These hearty steak-filled handheld pies became popular as a lunch food among the tin miners of Cornwall, England. Ingredients: (Makes 4) 1 recipe basic crust, dough divided into 4 discs 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced ½ small swede, peeled and diced 455 g (1 lb)…
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With peanut butter, chocolate pastry and smooth ganache, this dessert is not just for kids. Ingredients: (Makes 8) 1 recipe chocolate sweet crust 115 g (4 oz) smooth peanut butter 115 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 55 g (2 oz) granulated sugar ½ teaspoons vanilla essence 120 ml (4…
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Look for prepared onion chutney in specialty food stores. If you can’t find it, you can substitute your own favorite chutney. Ingredients: (Makes 18) 1 recipe basic crust 570 g (1¼ lb) prepared onion chutney 140 g (5 oz) stoned black olives, sliced 115 g (4 oz) grated Gruyere or other Swiss cheese Method: Preheat…
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These tiny boat-shaped pastries make beautiful appetizers. Ingredients: (Makes 24) 1 recipe basic crust 4 ripe avocados, mashed (keep covered until just before serving time) 235 ml (8 fl oz) mayonnaise 60 ml (4 tablespoons) fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 225 g (8 oz) cooked shrimps 4 tablespoon chopped…
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These little tarts delight the senses with their combination of flavors and textures – delicate fruit sitting atop a creamy filling, encased by a crunchy shell. Ingredients: (Makes 16) 1 recipe hazelnut sweet crust 1 recipe basic pastry cream 4-6 400-g/14-oz tins apricot halves in syrup, drained 55 g/2 oz apricot jelly or strained apricot…
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Like a creme brulee in pastry, these little tarts crackle with temptation. Burning the sugar into caramel is made easy with a chef’s blowtorch. Ingredients: (Makes 18) 1 recipe basic crust 55 g/2 oz granulated sugar 5 large egg yolks 285 ml/10 fl oz whipping cream 120 ml/4 fl oz whole milk 2 teaspoons vanilla…
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These little custard tarts have a long history in the Southern states, and can be flavored in a variety of ways. Ingredients: (Makes 18) 1 recipe basic crust 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 55 g/2 oz light brown sugar 55 g/2 oz granulated sugar Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons plain flour 2 large eggs 235…
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Reminiscent of pecan pie or treacle tart, these rich and irresistible treats will appeal to those with a real sweet tooth. Ingredients: (Makes 18) 1 recipe basic crust 2 large eggs 85 g/3 oz unsalted butter, softened 170 g/6 oz light brown sugar 60 ml/4 tablespoons single cream 1 teaspoon vanilla essence Method: Preheat the…
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