Caramel And Orange Blossom Rice Cakes

Like many of the recipes in this book, rice puddings and cakes were part of my staple diet as a child. They are the ideal pick-me-up for kids (or adults for that matter) on the run. Serves 10 note : Start this recipe a day ahead. INGREDIENTS 20 g (3/4 oz) fine salt 180 g (61/4 oz) arborio rice 500 ml…

ByThe Carousel22/09/20220Comments

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How to Prepare Your Own Birthday Sweet Table

When throwing a birthday party, desserts are arguably the most important aspect, particularly the unavoidable birthday cake that’s a staple part of the celebration. However, when you’re caught up in planning, decorating and entertaining, it can be difficult to find time to bake a selection of desserts, and then constantly offer and hand them out…

BySophia Smith23/02/20220Comments

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Gluten & Refined-sugar Free Baked Lemon Cheesecake

Serves 10–12 INGREDIENTS 1 quantity Almond pastry crust (recipe below) 100 g (3½ oz) fresh (medjool) dates, pitted and roughly chopped 350 g (12½ oz) fresh firm ricotta cheese 350 g (12½ oz) cream cheese, softened 3 eggs, separated 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus extra shredded zest to serve 60 ml (2 fl oz/¼ cup) freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 vanilla bean,…

ByThe Carousel07/02/20220Comments

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Lyndey Milan’s Gorgeous Naked Cake

Serves 20+ Preparation time 30 minutes Cooking time 25 minutes INGREDIENTS Butter cakes 375 g unsalted butter, softened 1½ (330 g) cups caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 6 eggs, lightly beaten 3 cups (450 g) self-raising flour Butter cream 375 g unsalted butter 4 ½ cups (720 g) icing sugar mixture 1-2 tablespoons milk, if needed To decorate Icing sugar mixture, sifted Fresh flowers and leaves METHOD 1 Preheat oven to moderate,…

ByLyndey Milan07/01/20210Comments

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MKR Winners’ Heartfelt Daffodil Day Dedication

Will and Steve have hopped on board the Daffodil Day train as this year's ambassadors for the Cancer Council event, which celebrates its 30th year in 2016. This year's theme, 'For Someone I Know', hits close to home for the aspiring chef and home cook. Steve will be remembering his grand-parents and Will, is dedicating the day to…

ByWill & Steve22/08/20160Comments

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Refined-sugar Free Almond, Rosewater & Chocolate Donut Cakes

If rosewater is not your thing, leave it out and add a little more vanilla extract. Rosewater can vary in strength, so add it to taste, with some caution. Makes 12 INGREDIENTS melted butter, for greasing 4 eggs 115 g (4 oz/¹⁄³ cup) rice malt syrup 240 g (8½ oz/2 cups) almond meal 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract about 1…

ByThe Carousel05/07/20160Comments

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7 Recipes To Keep Kids Busy In The Kitchen These School Holidays

More like boohoo... It's 10am and you have already exhausted every possible activity to keep your children busy. You've got one kid on each arm begging for your attention and you're trying to avoid plonking them in front of the TV to watch Frozen for the 64th time. Here's where cooking comes in! Pop an apron on…

ByMillie Constable04/07/20160Comments

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Grilled Trout On Potato Cakes With Creme Fraiche

Makes 6 You can eat this dish at any time of the day. A potato ricer for the mashing and small rösti pans for the cooking will give that special presentation, but you can make the cakes any size you like. If you can’t get fresh trout, this dish also works well using smoked fish. INGREDIENTS 2 trout…

ByThe Carousel19/01/20160Comments