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Hot gooey chocolate puddings

Hot gooey chocolate puddings...

Chocolate puddings Ever since I first saw Jamie Oliver make these little fellas it became an obsession to get them right and here they are folks, beautiful little chocolate puds with a runny chocolate center. If you are a chocoholic like me, these are definitely for you. (makes 6) What you need 230g 70% chocolate 4 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 egg yolks 6 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons...
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German bundt cake

German bundt cake...

Bundt cake This is a fantastic cake that has been slightly modified from the traditional to include a hint of orange. It is soft and moist with a simple glaze that will have you going back for more, again and again. There is a little cheat in it with the instant vanilla pud but it just cannot be left out. What you need 2 1/4 cups cake flour 1 box powdered instant vanilla pudding 1 tablespoon baking powder Generous pinch...
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Buttermilk pancakes

Buttermilk pancakes...

Buttermilk pancakes There are few things better than smell of freshly cooking pancakes in the morning and this buttermilk pancake recipe is just what the doctor ordered. The challenge is to get them to the plate without eating them yourself as soon as they are done. What you will find as that the kids will be waiting by your side, plate in hand to take them from you as soon as they are ready. (Makes 12 10cm pancakes.)...
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German baked cheesecake

German baked cheesecake...

German baked cheesecake This Cheesecake recipe is really good. It has a rich lively filling with a few raisins that make it something extraordinary. There is something so appealing about a beautifully browned baked cheesecake with its rich and creamy center you just have to try this. The pastry is part of it’s unique flavour so make the extra effort. (23cm springform cake tin) What you need Pastry 200g flour 100g cold...
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Strawberry cream cake

Strawberry cream cake...

Strawberry cream cake Strawberry cream cakes or Victoria sponge cakes are really quite simple to make. They are very light and can be filled with all sorts of great fillings. This one uses strawberries and whipped cream for a decadent and very impressive cake which is perfect as both a dessert or a tea cake. If you havn’t baked much, this is a great one to start with. You will need a scale for this recipe and 2 x 23cm...
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Blueberry cheesecake

Blueberry cheesecake...

There are few things as satisfying as watching people become silent as they savour something you have made and this blueberry cheesecake. Try this cheesecake recipe with the sweet blueberry topping to really impress. What you need 1 packet tennis biscuits 3 tablespoons melted butter 500g cream cheese 1 and 1/3 cups white sugar 5 eggs 250ml sour cream 1 cup flour 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 1 teaspoon lemon juice 400g...
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Portuguese custard tarts

Portuguese custard tarts...

These little beauties are in most bakeries and if you are a Vida fan you will probably have had them before and nowadays, with prepared pastry being freely available in the frozen food section of the supermarket you can whip up a batch in about 45 minutes.(makes 8 to 10) What you need 400g frozen puff pastry thawed Filling 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup water 2 cups milk 2 tablespoons maizena (corn flour) 2 egg yolks 1 teaspoon...
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Mothers day crepes

Mothers day crepes...

Every Mom should, at the very least be treated to a fabulous breakfast in bed or a lunch made by her loving children. Here are a few ideas that are really easy, can be used for both breakfast or lunch and your Mom will appreciate all the effort more than any gift you could buy her. The best part is they are so simple, you will have plenty of time to tell her how much you appreciate her. What you need Crepes 4 eggs 1/2...
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Easter cup cakes

Easter cup cakes...

I tried these little fellas from Nigella’s “How to be a domestic goddess” recipe book. They were really simple, tasted fantastic and are so great to have around the house during long weekends. Give them a try this weekend and celebrate easter with a kitchen full of tasty treats for the family. There are a coup[le of great biscuit recip[es following this one which take just minutes to make. (makes 12) What...
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Pineapple Carrot Cake

Pineapple Carrot Cake...

This has got to be one of the best carrot cake recipes I have ever come across and well worth the effort. It is very moist and you can use either the glaze type icing or the icing from the carrot cup cake recipe which makes it very rich and a perfect comfort food. What you need Step 1 ingredients 2 Cups sugar 1 Cup sunflower Oil 3 Eggs 1 Can pineapple crushed (420g) 2 Cups grated carrots 2 Cups sultanas 1 Teaspoon vanilla...
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Chocolate profiteroles

Chocolate profiteroles...

These have got to be the ultimate weakness of almost anyone. Choux pastry is not difficult to make, it just seems like it’s not working while you are mixing and then suddenly comes together. It’s important to follow the instructions exactly and weight/measure the ingredients. You will have no problem and  can tell you people will want them over and over again. This photo is of my youngest son some years ago...
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Cheesecake with a chocolate crust

Cheesecake with a chocolate crust...

Baked cheesecakes have been irresistible to me since I first had a slice in New York 24 years ago and this recipe, which has a chocolate biscuit base and creamy texture that includes condensed milk is just what the doctor ordered when you need a distraction. What you need 1 packet chocolate digestive biscuits 100g butter melted 3 cups cream cheese 2 tins condensed milk (Nestle) 125ml lemon juice (from a bottle is just...
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Strawberry swiss roll

Strawberry swiss roll...

These are probably the easiest to make of all cakes, the rolling can be a bit difficult but well worth it and you can add whatever you like to fill it, from jam to cream to chocolate.
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Christmas fruit cake

Christmas fruit cake...

Christmas cakes that contain alcohol should be made about a month ahead of time to allow the flavor to mature. Incredibly, fruit cakes containing alcohol can be stored for around 9 months if in an airtight container. What you need 500g raisins 500g currants 500g mixed candied citrus peel 375g flour Pinch of salt ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon allspice 375g soft butter 375g treacle sugar 6 eggs 50ml brandy The process Heat...
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