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August 2016

cove cake design

Blueberry Swirl Marshmallow Recipe by Cove Cake Design

I have recently discovered the delights of homemade marshmallow. Far removed from the somewhat chewy shop-bought variety, these melt-in-your-mouth little pillows of sweetness carry a childhood nostalgia and sense of fun. The flavour possibilities are endless, from fruity concoctions to more adult alcoholic delights. My favourite are these blueberry swirl marshmallows, with the contrast of […]

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Mini Coconut and Cherry Tarts Recipe by Fearne Cotton

Mini Coconut and Cherry Tarts Recipe by Fearne Cotton

These would be my desert island dessert essential. They look divine, taste so naughty but are pure goodness, and are fun to make too. They make the perfect tea party centrepiece, and your friends won’t believe they are good for you! Makes 6 Mini Tarts Ingredients: For the base – 100g raw unsalted almonds – 90g plain oatcakes – 90g dried dates, pitted

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Coconut Rice Porridge with Quick Chia Jam Recipe by Roz Purcell

Coconut Rice Porridge with Quick Chia Jam Recipe by Roz Purcell

A porridge recipe doesn’t always have to mean oats! If you’re fond of rice pudding, you’ll love this breakfast option, which is made just like regular oats. This rice porridge reminds me of my granny’s creamy rice pudding and is the perfect fuel if you have a long day ahead. Serves 1 Ingredients: For the rice porridge

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Colourful Prawn and Vegetable Noodle Salad Recipe by Roz Purcell

Colourful Prawn and Vegetable Noodle Salad Recipe by Roz Purcell

This colourful noodle salad will awaken your taste buds. Prawns are perfect for a fast meal because they cook so quickly. The trick to making stir-fries is to have all the ingredients prepped and ready to go before you start cooking. Serves 2 Ingredients: – 25g raw peanuts and/or raw cashews – 225g mung bean noodles – 1 stalk of fresh lemongrass

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Panacotta

Pandan and Coconut Panna Cotta Recipe by Ping Coombes

Panna cotta is a classic Italian dessert, and this recipe infuses it with classic Malaysian fruit flavours. Served in kilner jars here you can also use bowls or dariole moulds. Adding the cream and coconut milk in stages makes this pandan and coconut panna cotta recipe lighter and fresher. Serves 4 Ingredients: – 3 fresh

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White Chocolate Vanilla Protein Bars Recipe by Peachy Palate

I seriously love coming up with new ways to create protein rich snacks and meals that satisfy, delight and support my quest to build more muscle. This protein bars recipe is one of my favourite to date. I’m a chocolate girl through and through so when it comes to protein bars I find it hard to

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Dark Chocolate Mousse with Black Cherries and Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe by Chef Aoife Noonan

Dark Chocolate Mousse with Black Cherries and Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe by Chef Aoife Noonan

This decadent marriage of cherries and dark chocolate makes an indulgent and spectacular dessert, perfect for entertaining. Layers of airy chocolate sponge are combined with Kirsch soaked cherries and chocolate mousse before being topped with various pistachio elements to add an array of interesting textures. A smooth and silky pistachio ice cream recipe finishes the

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Sea bass recipe by Derval O'Rourke

Sea Bass with Tomato & Chorizo Recipe by Derval O’Rourke

This Sea Bass with Tomato & Chorizo recipe sounds really cheffy but it’s very quick and easy. It’s a great one to make when you have friends over and you want a dinner that has nutritional value but also feels like special occasion food. Serves 2 Ingredients: – Olive oil – 12 cherry tomatoes, halved – 6 wafer-thin

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Grilled Lamb Cutlets Recipe by Chef John Torode with Wine Pairing by Neil McGuigan

Grilled Lamb Cutlets Recipe by Chef John Torode with Wine Pairing by Neil McGuigan

This grilled lamb cutlets recipe served with gremolata, radishes, fresh mint and ricotta was created by leading Australian Chef and Masterchef judge John Torode to pair with the McGuigan Wines Founder Series Shiraz. Serves 4 Ingredients: – 12 good size lamb cutlets, well-trimmed – 20ml of vegetable oil – Salt and black pepper – 100g butter – 16 sage leaves

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Mini Bailey's Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe by Karyn Ryan

Mini Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe by Karyn Ryan

This decadent mini Bailey’s chocolate cheesecake recipe from Irish Baking Adventure’s Karyn makes cupcake sized treats which are impossible to resist! 10-12 servings Ingredients: Biscuit base – 200g bourbon biscuit broke into crumbs – 4 tbsp. melted butter Cheesecake filling – 360g cream cheese – 2 tbsp. cocoa – 200g caster sugar – 200g melted

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Picchiapo Tasting Rome Cookbook

Italian Picchiapò Simmered Beef Recipe from the Tasting Rome Cookbook

Traditionally speaking, picchiapò, simmered beef with tomato and onion, is a dish that emerged to make the most of leftover cooked meat. As such, recipes vary from cook to cook, and even from day to day. Ours is inspired by Sergio and Mara Esposito’s version at Mordi e Vai, a stall in the Testaccio Market.

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Southern Fried Chicken Recipe by Chef Gearóid Lynch

Gluten Free Southern Fried Chicken Recipe by Chef Gearóid Lynch

This southern fried chicken recipe is of those dishes that anybody who is on a gluten-free diet truly misses, but it’s actually quite simple to put together – it’s just a matter of having the right ingredients at hand. Serves 6 Ingredients: – 12 chicken pieces, such as thighs, drumsticks, wings and breast, cut in half – 600ml buttermilk –

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Coconut Prawn Curry Recipe by The Wonky Spatula

Coconut Prawn Curry Recipe by The Wonky Spatula

My mum made a delicious prawn curry for dinner recently and I just couldn’t wait to try one out myself afterwards! This Coconut Prawn Curry is so light and full of flavour, perfect for a summer supper! This curry recipe is gluten free, dairy free, paleo and Whole 30 approved. Ingredients: – 280g of raw king prawns – 3

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Courgette and Goat’s Cheese Filo Pie Recipe from Blazing Salads

Courgette and Goat’s Cheese Filo Pie Recipe from Blazing Salads

This Courgette and Goat’s Cheese Filo Pie Recipe a lovely light pie with subtle flavours. Serve as a starter or main course. serves 6-8 Ingredients: – Extra virgin olive oil – 2 onions – 1 clove of garlic, minced – 3 courgettes, 700g – Sea salt – Coarsely ground black pepper – 4 free range eggs – 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped

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tiger prawns with green tea noodles

Chargrilled Tiger Prawns Recipe from Saba Restaurant

This Chargrilled Tiger Prawns Recipe was created by Saba executive chef Tao to celebrate 10 years of Saba on Clarendon Street. First marinated, chargrilled prawns are served on a bed of green tea noodles with a side of mango salad that has all the flavours of South East Asia #SabaTen. Ingredients: – 5 whole tiger prawn

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