Pear Tarte Tatin
Nov 5, 2024
The variety of seeds, nuts, dried fruit and chocolate pleases everybody. Chock-full of flavour, these are ideal for any cookie exchange.
These buttery little sponge cakes are feather-light and eaten as a cookie. Instead of the glaze, you can dip them halfway into melted bittersweet chocolate or dust them with icing sugar. You will need a special madeleine pan, available at most kitchen supply stores.
This sweet granola is so addictive that you'll want it for snacking on anytime, not just for breakfast. The recipe is good for people who want to avoid gluten but can still tolerate oats. Look for “gluten-free” or “wheat free” labelling to ensure no cross-contamination.
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.
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.
Whether grilled, pan-fried or roasted, leftover chicken makes a fantastic, protein-rich salad starter. Fresh peaches add a nice touch of sweetness to this dish, but you can omit them if they aren't in season.
Also known as pearl couscous, Israeli couscous is much larger than the more common North African variety, making it better suited to hearty salads. Look for it in the international section of grocery stores or substitute with barley or quinoa.
