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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Take advantage of fresh wild blueberries abundant in late summer to make this delicious pie. You can also use frozen wild blueberries from your supermarket. Ingredients: (Serves 6-8) 1 recipe cinnamon crust variation 115 g/4 oz light brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon cinnamon 28 g/1 oz plain flour 600 g/1 lb 5…
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This French-Canadian classic is traditionally prepared in early spring or ‘sugaring-off time’. This pie is even better the following day, so try to prepare it in advance. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 2/3 recipe basic crust 400 g/14 oz maple sugar (sometimes sold as maple flakes) or light brown sugar 235 ml/8 fl oz double cream 150…
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This classic tart originated in England, where it is enjoyed as a dessert or a teatime treat. Ingredients: ½ recipe sweet crust 280 g/10 oz unsalted butter, softened 225 g/9 oz ground almonds 225 g/8 oz caster sugar 3 large eggs 85 g/3 oz strawberry jam 28 g/1 oz flaked almonds Method: Preheat the oven…
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This American classic has been popular since it first appeared in The Fannie Farmer Cookbook. Ingredients: (Serves 8) ½ recipe basic crust 2 tablespoons plain flour 170 g/6 oz light brown sugar 3 large eggs 340 g/12 oz golden syrup 28 g/1 oz unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 teaspoons vanilla essence Pinch of salt…
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Nothing says summer like the cherry pie. A must try recipe. Ingredients: (Serves 6-8) 1 recipe basic crust 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 2 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca or cornstarch (cornflour) Zest and juice of 1 lemon 680 g/1½ lb stoned fresh or frozen sweet cherries Method: Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas mark 6. Mix the…
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This classic tart can be found in French patisseries around the world. Prepare your tart shell and pastry cream ahead of time and you can assemble this tart in minutes. Ingredients: (Serves 6) 1 recipe basic sweet crust 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 recipe basic pastry cream 680 g (1½ lb) assorted fresh fruits,…
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This useful pastry cream can be made up to 1 day ahead. Ingredients: 115 g/4 oz sugar 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons cornstarch (cornflour) 235 ml/8 fl oz whole milk 120 ml/4 fl oz whipping cream 2 teaspoon vanilla essence Method: Combine the sugar, eggs, egg yolk…
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