This rich yeast dough has become a timeless classic, baked and enjoyed all over the world! The plait at the top has a custard filling and the plait at the bottom has an apple filling. They are equally delicious!
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Rancher’s Eggs
Huevos rancheros, also known as “rancher’s eggs” is a popular breakfast dish comprising eggs served Mexican-style, i.e. fried eggs are served on lightly fried corn tortillas topped with a meat sauce, refried beans and slices of avocado or gaucamole. It is a great dish to prepare with leftovers the morning after a Mexican fiesta ! mei
Mexican Flan
Flan, also known as Crème Caramel, is a traditional Mexican dessert. It is creamy custard topped with caramel sauce, dates back to the Roman empire and was often made to use up extra milk and eggs. Flan can be made in individual serving dishes, or in one large dish and then sliced it into the desired portionsContinue reading “Mexican Flan”
Italian Omelette
Also know as Fritatta, an Italian omelette is basically an open omelette. It can be served for breakfast, brunch or a light dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftovers!
French Toast
French toast is the champion of brunch. Nothing says “weekend” like tucking into crispy triangles of bread dripping with syrup or honey. In France, French toast is referred to as “pain perdu”. It is referred to as “lost bread” because it is a way to reclaim stale or otherwise “lost” bread. The hard bread is softened byContinue reading “French Toast”
Marvelous Meringues
Meringue, also known as “forgotten cookies” due to the fact that it is baked at a very low heat for a long time, is a type of dessert associated with French, Swiss and Italian cuisine. It is made from whipped egg whites and sugar as well as some form of acid, such as lemon, vinegar or creamContinue reading “Marvelous Meringues”
Cloud Nine aka Rolled Meringue Roulade
An exquisite light and soft meringue filled and rolled with cream. A perfect choice to serve after a filling meal. Decorative colourful fruit compliments the dessert.
Wheat-free Egg Pancake With Fresh Berries
This is a quick and easy recipe and a fantastic way to get all the goodness of egg without flour.
Spanish Omelette
Also known as tortilla, a Spanish omelette should not be confused with a flour tortilla, which is a type of flat bread. One of the best things to do with leftover cooked potato is to make tortilla for breakfast!
Eggs Benedict
Although Hollandaise sauce is probably most known as an accompaniment with Eggs Benedict, it can also be served with asparagus or artichokes, or with any kind of grilled or poached fish.
Broccoli Souffle
This popular French recipe can be served for breakfast, brunch or a light dinner. Also try my Beetroot Souffle.
Baked Apple French Toast
Apple and bread turned into a beautiful baked breakfast or brunch dish, popular with young and old and good enough to serve as a dessert with cream. 2 large or 3 smaller apples such as Granny Smith or Bramley 60 ml water few drops lemon juice (optional) 30 ml sugar 8 large eggs 500 mlContinue reading “Baked Apple French Toast”
Quick Creamy Curried Eggs
The humble boiled egg is elevated to an irresistible treat with this delicious sauce. The sauce can also be served with cooked chicken or vegetables. 8 large eggs Quick Creamy Curried Sauce 375 ml milk 30 ml cornflour (Maizena) 25 ml medium curry powder 10 ml sugar 15 ml white wine vinegar 2 ml saltContinue reading “Quick Creamy Curried Eggs”
Low Carb Oopsies
Oopsie bread or Oopsies is all the rage these days due to the fact that it is low in carbs. Nothing more than an improved version of the Atkins Revolution Roll, Oopsie bread provides a gluten-free alternative to bread and even to some types of cakes! The texture is similar to choux pastry and theContinue reading “Low Carb Oopsies”
Cauliflower Fried “Rice”
If you want to cut down on carbs, why don’t you opt for cauliflower rice instead of the usual starch options? Just add your favourite stir-fry ingredients!
Low Carb Tuna Roulade
This recipe is made by using the basic recipe for Low Carb Oopsies. It is a great low carb substitute for the traditional roulade base which is usually made from a thick white sauce containing butter, flour, eggs and flavourings. Be sure to also try the Low Carb Raspberry & Cream Roulade.
Low Carb Raspberry & Cream Roulade
This recipe is a sweet variation based on the basic recipe for Low Carb Oopsies and is a great substitute for the traditional sponge cake base used when making a sweet roulade. Be sure to also try the Low Carb Tuna Roulade.
Phyllo Fantasies
The components for this dessert are “fused” into breathtaking fantasies! Make it a day or two in advance and assemble shortly before serving.