Creamy and nutty chocolate sponge cake: dark chocolate taste with a soft foamy texture created by the whipped egg whites. The perfect base for a cake covered with chocolate icing and topped with fruity raspberries to complete. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] What is a sponge cake A sponge cake is a cake without any raising agent like baking powder or yeast. It is made soft by whisking the egg whites, and usually, it has no butter. It is, ...
Soft and buttery inside, crunchy and gooey outside, they are our special Christmas Cinnamon Buns morning treat. Make the dough in the bread machine. Prepare them the night before and bake them at dawn. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] Easy to make cinnamon buns with a bread machine These are very easy to make as I make the dough…
These brownies are devilishly delicious, and unhealthy. With plenty of eggs and butter, they are so chocolaty and gooey. So don’t indulge, if you can resist them! [cmtoc_table_of_contents] What are American brownies? Brownies are halfway between a small chocolate cake and a cookie, they are square thin gooey chocolate cakes you can eat in 2…
This stuffed pork tenderloin has nice contrasting flavours with the fruity cranberries and lemon zest, and the nuttiness of the chestnuts mixed with a glass of cognac give a nice finishing touch to the flavours. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] Stuffing that combines well with pork The pork tenderloin is very lean and dense, therefore it can be too…
Yorkshire pudding is practically crepes cooked in a very hot oven and because of the intense heat, they pup up. That is why they are also called popovers. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] How to serve Yorkshire Pudding They are usually served as a side dish with a roast or stew and the meat gravy poured into the hole…
This risotto recipe is completely versatile, once you master this technique you can make any risotto you like. Here are the steps you need to follow and any tips you need to know. For a fancy dinner party, serve it in a Parmesan bowl to make your table even more festive! [cmtoc_table_of_contents] What is risotto…
This beef sausage hand pie recipe is a complete meal perfect for picnics as you can eat it at room temperature with your hands and without any mess. The filling is made with half beef and half pork mixed with diced carrot, celery, and onion and flavoured with a touch of Cognac. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] What are…
Salmon Tartare is a fresh and light starter, ideal to serve at the beginning of a seafood dinner. Fresh, light and citrusy, it is so easy to make. Serve it in small cups with a slice of baguette, it is also perfect for a standing buffet party. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] What does “tartare” means “A la Tartare”…
This seafood chowder recipe is a reproduction of the chowder I discovered on my first trip to Ireland, creamy and packed with large chunks of seafood. Mussels, cod and salmon chowder to eat in a bread bowl or with a nice slice of Irish brown bread. [cmtoc_table_of_contents] Chowder and Irish seafood Chowder is a common…
This Chayote squash recipe is great for seafood and gluten-free (no carbs) dinner parties, it can be served cold or warm. The creamy texture of the chayote creates a smooth mousse which is flavoured with seafood and its sweetness contrasted by the bitterness of the Cime di Rapa. This recipe is from my uncle Nicola…
This is a nice fresh tomato soup you can make when you have too many tomatoes and want to use them with zero effort. Salmorejo is very similar to Gazpacho but made only with tomatoes. It is served cold topped with ham and hardboiled eggs. To add a festive touch I decorated it with some edible…
