Cushing uses this unusual “no hands” method of making a kind of rough puff pastry, which works very well.
Since honey is the star of this silky cream, use a flavourful variety such as clover, orange blossom or wildflower. Thyme may seem like an unusual addition, but floral honey and grassy thyme are perfect partners. This dessert has the consistency of a soft pudding. Serve with crushed amaretti cookies or toasted almonds.
Cashew trees grow abundantly in much of India, and the nuts are used many ways, here as the thickening as well as flavouring agent in a rich, creamy sauce typical of the delicately flavoured cooking of northern India. This type of mild sauce thickened with nuts is known as korma.
Ground almonds thicken this Spanish zarzuela sauce, traditionally used with seafood. If you like potatoes, boil up a few, cut into chunks and add to the casserole before heating through.
For the mango purée, blend 4 cups of frozen cubed mango, thawed, (or 2 to 3 peeled and pitted ripe mangoes) in a food processor until smooth. Press the purée through a fine-mesh sieve for a silky, smooth texture.
Want a healthier burger option? Look no further than this piquant Mediterranean version. Lean meat, lots of vegetables and plenty of robust taste make these hearty and filling.
Saag paneer literally means “spinach cheese.” This classic northern Indian dish has become so popular that it's sold here in the frozen food section, but, as always, homemade is best. You can use other fresh cheeses if paneer is unavailable; Mexican- or Spanish-style fresh cheese is especially good.