Banana, Date and Oat Bran Muffins
The muffin cups will be full, but don't worry, they won't overflow. Toasting the oat bran brings out its earthy, warm, nutty flavour. For a twist on the original, try substituting dried figs for the dates.
The muffin cups will be full, but don't worry, they won't overflow. Toasting the oat bran brings out its earthy, warm, nutty flavour. For a twist on the original, try substituting dried figs for the dates.
These sweet and buttery cake-like cookies have slightly crisp outsides and perfectly tender centres. You'll find madeleine pans—the seashell-shaped moulds that give these French treats their signature shape—in specialty baking stores.
Try preparing this delicious meal ahead of time so all you’ll need to do on a busy weeknight is warm up the food—minimal effort required—and the rest of the evening is yours to savour.
These adorable Easter chicks are made out of coconut macaroons, and transformed into cute animals with the addition of a few candies. For added effect, plate the chicks next to dyed, cracked eggshells.
This vibrantly coloured salad is tangy and refreshing—the perfect pairing for mild crab.
These bites are the perfect mixture of flavours old and new: an aged Gorgonzola filling surrounded with slices of fresh grilled zucchini and brightened up with lemon zest.
Halwa is a traditional Indian sweet often made with carrots, but this butternut squash version is equally sweet and delicious. Serve the halwa in golden candy cups and top with bits of gold leaf, if desired, for an elegant look. To save time, shred the squash in your food processor.
This generous crumb topping bakes into the cake batter, melding into a sumptuous afternoon treat to enjoy with tea or coffee. It also makes a nice casual dessert.
