Category Archives: Baking

Sourdough bread

I made a Sourdough starter following the instructions from the Sourdough Baker. The flour I used was a light spelt from Callington Mill at Outlands. The recipe for the bread was compliments of Chef Vinnie from Henry’s Restaurant. Thanks Chef, it worked … Continue reading

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Tarte Tatin

Ever since the first MasterChef Tarte Tatin challenge, I’ve been wanting to give one a go.  So I gave two a go, a pear (on the right) and an apple (on the left). Next time I’ll even have a go at the … Continue reading

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Monte Carlo Whoopie Pies

Another favourite of the DB is the good ol’ Monte Carlo biscuit. As I had been promising B1 more whoopie pies, I thought I’d aim to please everyone and create a Monte Carlo Whoopie Pie. I made a golden syrup … Continue reading

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Red Velvet Whoopie Pies with Marshmallow filling

A whoopie pie is a cross between a biscuit and a cake and I have been wanting to try making whoopie pies for awhile I was inspired on the weekend when I saw a You Tube video of them being made. … Continue reading

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Shepherd’s Pie

  You’ve got to love a good Ol’ Shepherd’s Pie on a cold winter night. This recipe takes a bit longer than some that I have seen, but the flavour is so much better for the extra simmer time. This … Continue reading

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