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London Fog Flan
Earl Grey tea brings this classic flan to a new level. The best part is flan that it can must be made a day in advance. This means that you will be calm and relaxed the day you serve this, and your guests will get to see you for the kitchen rockstar that you are!…
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Sweet Potatoes Anna with Parmesan and Thyme
This recipe is inspired by potatoes Anna, a classic dish where layers of potatoes and butter bring out the best in each other. This time, sweet potatoes get their chance to shine in a bath of herbs, sharp cheese and, of course, butter! Get ready for soft and creamy sweet potatoes with ruffly, crispy edges…
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Pumpkin Pie Flan
I’m probably late to the party here, but have you tried flan? I had always passed it by in favour of other desserts with flashy decorations or tempting pastries, but not anymore! Making flan is a bit of a trust exercise. You cannot peak at what is happening below the surface, you just have to…
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Surprisingly Healthy Chocolate Almond “Truffles”
This recipe is dedicated to my friend who is forced to live her life without the benefit of gluten or dairy. I don’t know how she does it, but she definitely deserves a treat! These little chocolate morsels are not a substitute for “real truffles”, they are delicious in their own right. They are soft…
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Chicken and Herb Stew with White Beans
It isn’t very often that I roast a chicken, and a big part of that is the issue of leftovers. This recipe solves that problem! This stew is packed with protein and the beans also add bonus fiber. Ok, enough boring stuff, let’s talk about the important things. This is warm and comforting and perfect…
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Chai and Spice Pumpkin Bread
There are a lot of classic pumpkin bread recipes which call for water. I’m always a bit suspicious of water in recipes – it has its place, but it can be a missed opportunity for another layer of flavour. In this cake chai takes the place of water, adding a subtle and welcome earthy richness.…
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Roasted Pumpkin Puree
There are few things sadder than a jack-o-lantern after Halloween. The eyes slowly close, the mouth caves in, and eventually the whole thing starts to look unsettlingly like your grandparents when they forgot to wear their dentures. Rather than watching your pumpkin gradually melt away, you could use it for soup, spiced bread, and even…
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Pumpkin Gut Dog Cookies
Are you carving your jack-o-lantern today and wondering what to do with the stringy mess that somehow ended up in the middle of your nice pumpkin? It is tempting to throw them away, but don’t! Dogs love these (in small doses), but giving them to the dog directly can result in a (huge, sticky) mess!…
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Blueberry Pie
Classic blueberry pie is both delicious and beautiful. The dark purple of the blueberries contrasts perfectly with the bright crust, so you can really show off your pastry skills. The ribcage theme I used here is optional… Directions: Step 1: Pie Filling Step 2: Pie Crust Step 3: Assemble and Bake Notes:
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Pear and Feta Muffins with Rosemary
Sweet pears? Yes! Briny feta? Yes! Gingery rosemary? Yes! This may not be the most traditional of mixtures, but these muffins work! If you are a lover of sweet and savoury flavour combos, you need to get in on these. Ingredients: Directions: Notes:
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