Archive for the ‘Desserts’ Category

Cherry Chocolate Pavlova Veg

On Thursday, April 26th, 2012
cherry_chocolate_pavlova Chocolate and cherry go together perfectly in this delicious pavlova recipe. Less than 30 mins preparation time 30 mins to 1 hour cooking time Serves 4-6 Ingredients For the meringue 3 free-range egg whites 175g/6oz caster sugar 25g/1oz dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa solids), grated 2 tsp cocoa powder 1 tsp sherry vinegar For the ...

Autumn Pudding

On Thursday, April 26th, 2012
autumn_pudding_30736_16x9 This autumnal version of summer pudding is a great way of making the most of Autumnal fruit. Serve with a drizzle of double cream. Overnight preparation time 1 to 2 hours cooking time Serves 6 Ingredients 400g/14oz English pears (such as Conference), peeled and cut into quarters 300g/10oz cooking apples (such as Bramley), peeled and ...

Mulled Wine Trifle

On Friday, March 30th, 2012
mulledwinetrifle This indulgent trifle would make an impressive Christmas dessert. Overnight preparation time 10 to 30 mins cooking time Serves 12 Ingredients 1 orange, peel only, white pith removed 1 lemon, peel only, white pith removed 1 tbsp grated ginger 1 cinnamon stick 2 cloves 100ml/3½fl oz vanilla vodka 6 cardamom pods 200ml/7fl oz port 750ml/1pint ...

Summer Berry Tartlets Veg

On Monday, March 19th, 2012
summer_berry_tartlets Use a medley of blue and red berries to make this tart stand out – blueberries, strawberries and raspberries work well. 30 mins to 1 hour preparation time 10 to 30 mins cooking time Serves 4-6 Ingredients For the pastry 3 tbsp ground almonds 100g/3½oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting 1 tbsp caster sugar ...

Brandy Snaps with Hazelnut Cream Veg

On Thursday, March 15th, 2012
brandy_snaps Have fun in the kitchen by making homemade brandy snaps with a moreish hazelnut cream. Less than 30 mins preparation time No cooking required cooking time Serves 10-12 Ingredients For the brandy snaps 115g/4oz butter 115g/4oz caster sugar 4 tbsp golden syrup 2 tbsp brandy 115g/4oz plain flour 1 tsp ground ginger For the hazelnut ...

Crown Layered Pavlova Veg

On Monday, March 12th, 2012
crown_layered_pavlova A stunning centrepiece for any party. Fill with your favourite fruit: raspberries, kiwi, mango or passion fruit. Less than 30 mins preparation time Over 2 hours cooking time Serves 8-10 Ingredients 6 free-range egg whites pinch salt 350g/12oz caster sugar 2 tsp cornflour 1 tsp white wine vinegar For the filling 600ml/20fl oz double cream, ...

Liquorice Poached Pears with Praline and Honey Ice Cream Veg

On Thursday, January 19th, 2012
liquorice_poached_pears Equipment and preparation: For this recipe you’ll need an ice cream machine. Less than 30 mins preparation time Over 2 hours cooking time Serves 4 Ingredients For the milk and honey ice cream 600ml/20fl oz whole milk 2 tbsp honey 1½ tsp glucose syrup 75g/2½oz condensed milk 60ml/2fl oz double cream For the liquorice poached ...

Queen of Puddings Veg

On Thursday, January 19th, 2012
queen_of_puddings Queen of puddings is a satisfying raspberry jam recipe. Rise to the occasion with this traditional, meringue-topped British dessert. Equipment and preparation: You’ll need eight ramekin dishes. Less than 30 mins preparation time 30 mins to 1 hour cooking time Serves 4 Ingredients 500ml/18fl oz milk 250ml/9fl oz single cream 1 vanilla pod, split 6 ...

Wet Nelly Veg

On Wednesday, January 18th, 2012
wet_nelly Try a solid bread pudding recipe hailing from the north of England – tastes best at the family dinner table. Less than 30 mins preparation time 30 mins to 1 hour cooking time Serves 6-8 Ingredients 400g/14½oz ready-made sweet shortcrust pastry 125g/4oz leftover cake, blended into crumbs 100g/3½oz breadcrumbs 100g/3½oz golden raisins, soaked overnight in ...

Rhubarb Pie Veg

On Wednesday, January 18th, 2012
cullohillrhubarbpie 1-2 hours preparation time 30 mins to 1 hour cooking time Serves 8-12 Ingredients For the pastry 225g/8oz butter 55g/2oz caster sugar 2 eggs, preferably free range 340g/12oz white flour, preferably unbleached For the filling 750g/1½lb red rhubarb, sliced about 1cm/½in thick 250g/9oz – 400g/14oz sugar To serve caster sugar for sprinkling softly whipped cream ...