With a shortbread-like crust, cheesecake-like filling and apple-almond topping, this classic torte truly has something to offer everybody. Ingredients: (Serves 6) 1 recipe icing sugar sweet crust 225 g/8 oz cream cheese, softened 28 g/1 oz icing sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 85 g/3 oz caster sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg…
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The jalousie takes its name from a type of French window shutter made with horizontal slats. Using shop-bought puff pastry and raspberry jam makes this sophisticated pastry easy to make at home. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) 200 g/7 oz frozen puff pastry, thawed 455 g/1 lb good-quality raspberry jam 28 g/1 oz flaked almonds, toasted and…
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The combination of pears and almonds creates a luxurious, velvety texture in this classic French tart, this tart is delicious served with cafe au lait. Ingredients: (Serves 6) 1 recipe almond sweet crust variation 115 g/4 oz ground almonds 2 tablespoons plain flour 115 g/4 oz caster sugar 85 g/3 oz unsalted butter, softened 1…
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This wickedly sticky strudel will have everyone asking for seconds. Ingredients: (Serves 6) 3 eggs 85 g/3 oz caster sugar 115 g/4 oz ground almonds ½ teaspoon almond extract 115 g/4 oz flaked almonds or chopped mixed nuts 6 large sheets of filo pastry 115 g/4 oz unsalted butter, melted 115 g/4 oz plain chocolate…
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This super shortcrust pastry melts in the mouth. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 175 g/6 oz plain flour, sifted 28 g/1 oz cocoa powder 140 g/5 oz unsalted butter, cubed 40 g/1½ oz ground almonds 40 g/1½ oz icing sugar 1 egg yolk 2-3 tablespoons cold water 900 g/2 lb ripe peaches 55 g/2 oz caster sugar…
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This cake slices beautifully making it ideal to serve as part of a celebratory meal. Ingredients: (Serves 12) 85 g/3 oz ground almonds 115 g/4 oz caster sugar 8 eggs 60 g/2½ oz self-raising flour 55 g/2 oz granulated sugar 60 ml/2 fl oz water 235 ml/8 fl oz single cream 255 g/9 oz unsalted…
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The name of this cookie that is log-shaped is usually translated as nougat, but this is a reference to its nutty flavor rather than its texture. Serve this Italian specialty in thin slices. The mixture can be shaped into a simple round roll instead of the triangular shape, if you prefer. Ingredients: (Makes 20) 115…
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Moist and buttery with the unmistakable sharp tang of apricots, this torte makes a wonderful dessert cake served either warm or cold with a generous dollop or two of creme fraiche. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 2 large eggs 170 g/6 oz ground almonds 85…
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