“Brutti ma buoni”, also known as Mandorlati di San Clemente and Brutti ma buoni, is a type of chocolate almond-flavored biscuit made in Prato, central Italy. The name translates to “ugly but good”, damm good ! Good is an understatement, these bite size treats simply melt in the mouth and leave you hanging for more … Continue reading
Suzie was looking for inspiration for tomorrows ladies morning tea she is hosting. Chocolate for some reason was out of the question and so next best thing, Mums pineapple upside down cake. Knowing Suzy, there would be plenty, I did still insist she “doubled” the recipe 🙂 The following is a single recipe. Melt 3 … Continue reading
Love your chocolate mousse – well this ones a cracker ! Ingredients 6 eggs, separated 200g good quality dark chocolate 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon Cognac or similar 1 cup thickened cream 50g icing sugar Directions  Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water.  When all melted remove and set aside for … Continue reading
No dinner party is complete without sweets. Chocolate roulade with cream and strawberries, Thanks to the Lowry’s Custard stuffed cannoli, thanks to the Moroni’s Continue reading
Mum used to make this for us years, ago.  It was fab then and it’s still fab now.  Typically……I added more chocolate to the recipe, coz you can never have too much chocoloate 🙂  I know is says meringue, but trust me it’s sooo easy to make. Hazelnut Meringue Cake INGREDIENTS 5 egg whites 250g … Continue reading
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