Billie Zeelen
Pavlova is a delicious dessert originating in Australia and New Zealand. It is a meringue base filled with fresh fruit and whipped cream. If you want, you can add sorbet or ice cream as well. It is the perfect end to a dinner party meal. The question is; however, can you make it ahead of time and freeze it so … Read More
Camembert is a popular French cheese. It has a furry white rind speckled with beige and a creamy pale interior which turns yellow as it matures. It is delicious served on a cheese board, it can be breaded and deep fried, or it can be baked so that you can dip fresh bread in it. Add it to fondu, a … Read More
Gazpacho is a delicious and refreshing cold soup from the Andalusian region of Spain. It was originally made with stale bread, olive oil, garlic, vinegar, water, salad vegetables, and nuts. Now, however, the base is usually tomato and other vegetables are added, such as cucumber, pepper, onion, and celery. Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce are often added to give a hint … Read More
Baklava is a dessert originating in the Middle East and Greece. It is a layered pastry dessert made of filo pastry, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with honey or syrup. It has now become popular all over the world. However, can you make a big batch of baklava and freeze some of it to eat at a later date? … Read More
Trifle is a delicious British dessert. First, there is a layer of sponge, then Jell-O, sometimes with fruit, then custard, and finally whipped cream. Quite often, the sponge is soaked in sherry. It is a great ending to a dinner party menu. However, it does take some time to assemble so can you prepare it in advance and freeze it … Read More
Cream cakes are delicious and indulgent. They make the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee mid-afternoon when the hunger pangs set in. However, what if the bakery has them on sale or you have made too many to eat before they spoil? Is it possible to freeze them? The answer is yes, and in this article, we … Read More
Moussaka is a delicious Greek dish composed of layers of minced lamb, potatoes, eggplant, tomatoes, and a bechamel sauce on top. You can, of course, use other meats such as minced beef, turkey, or pork if you don’t like lamb and you can even make a vegan or vegetarian moussaka. Moussaka takes some time to prepare, so can you make … Read More
Fennel is anise-like with notes of licorice and citrus. After you have cooked it, it takes on a less intense taste and can even be liked by licorice haters. There are many recipes you can use fennel in. You can simply roast or braise it as a side dish. Make a fennel gratin, pasta with creamy fennel sauce, a white … Read More
Tenderstem broccoli is a healthy, nutritious, and versatile vegetable. You can use it in a Chinese stir-fry or serve it with a traditional roast dinner. Add it to a pasta dish, make a tenderstem broccoli and seafood pie or add it to couscous or burritos. It goes well with a salmon dish and is delicious with flavored butter such as … Read More
Breaded chicken is delicious and versatile. You can have it as it is with fries and peas, or you can use it in a recipe. Try it in a bun with salad, dolcelatte cheese, and coleslaw. Spoon over pesto and then melt mozzarella on top and serve with a rocket salad. Add it to a salad or rice bowl. For … Read More
