Category Archives: Desserts

Recipe: Baked Fig, Almond & Raspberry Pudding

This is one of those desserts that when you serve it, people say ‘What is it?’ – You can’t tell from the warm golden crust because all the juicy fruit you placed on top of the almond batter before baking … Continue reading

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Recipe – ‘Affogato al Caffe’ – or – Vanilla Ice Cream with Hot Espresso

Hot espresso poured over vanilla ice cream;  so simple that it’s barely worthy of the title ‘recipe’ – however, as desserts go, it’s one of the nicest ways to end a meal. You’ll need an espresso machine that makes the … Continue reading

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Recipe: Cardamom Spiced Peaches (with ice cream)

Peaches are at their very best right now and we’re especially lucky in Colorado, as the peaches grown on our Western Slopes are some of the best I’ve ever tasted. You might think that eating a big ripe peach in … Continue reading

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Recipe: Barbecued Bananas with Orange, Cinnamon, Vanilla & Mint

Having just returned from my UK trip armed with tales of gathering elderflowers at dawn (well not exactly dawn; sunrise is at 4am over there at the moment); salade nicoise draped with fresh anchovies; spectacular fish and chips – and … Continue reading

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Recipe: Toffee Bananas (or Berries) with Toasted Almonds

Ever wondered what dessert you could quickly whip up with almost no effort that generates a big ‘Yum!’ response? Here’s something I’ve been making since the 1980’s when crème fraîche first became trendy in the UK and this recipe is … Continue reading

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Recipe – Almond & Elderflower Cake

This is a lovely moist cake that would be perfect as an afternoon tea treat; the combination of ground almonds and elderflower syrup means you’ll almost need a spoon to eat it. Elderflower syrup (or cordial) isn’t as widely available … Continue reading

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Recipe – Sticky Spiced Blood Oranges

Wandering around my local supermarket the other day I spied a bag of glorious little blood oranges and as they’re only in season occasionally, I had to grab them. The fragrance and deep ruby color of their juice is absolutely … Continue reading

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Recipe: Lime Tart

Unlike traditional Key Lime Pie which is delicious but heavily loaded with calories, this light and luscious version substitutes ricotta and fat-free condensed milk for the usual full-fat stuff. I used the larger Persian limes here which is why ‘Key … Continue reading

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Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Cake

Easy to assemble, this scrumptious crowd-pleaser is as rich as any traditional cheesecake. On a positive note, it serves up to 18 people because you’ll only be able to eat a teeny tiny slice (or three) – but trust me, … Continue reading

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Recipe: Chocolate Chestnut Cake (Le Turinois)

I suppose I should have posted this recipe before the end of 2012 as I suspect many of you will be drinking blended kale, spirulina and spinach cleansing drinks this month. I made it for New Year’s Eve and Le … Continue reading

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