Armagnac Truffles
My father in law’s favourite. Actually I can never tell if it’s the chocolate he likes or the alcohol that’s in it. Either way whenever I visit him I always bring with me a bag of these little nuggets. If…
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Mushroom Porridge (9m+)
I wanted to make Peanut mushroom risotto, but then decided that risotto rice was too heavy for Peanut’s tiny belly, not to mention it would have taken 3 times longer to cook. So instead I used porridge. It was delicious,…
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Pear + Red Currant Porridge (6m+)
Peanut has been swimming since he was 3 months old! At the beginning he was only really floating in water with a Swimava neck ring, but now he is a fully fledge water baby! -Recipe Makes 600ml- – THE INGREDIENTS…
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Kale + Beef + Aubergines + Potatoes (9m+)
I read with Peanut everyday. Not for longer, because a boy’s concentration span is only so long, but I do my best in getting him interested in books. As active as he is, this is the only time he would…
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Cannelloni
Ok you don’t have to go making your own cheese, but living in Oman, Ricotta is not always available so I resorted to making my own. To my surprise, it’s actually very easy to make! I am by no means…
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Caramel Croissant Pudding
My husband’s family’s favourite. I made it for them once, and they’ve been chasing me for the recipe since, so here you go! Like all bread puddings, it’s best to use stale croissants, because it soaks up the custard in…
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Osso Bucco
I don’t often get the chance to cook for my Dad, but every time I’m in Hong Kong, I try my best. This dish is one of his favourites, he doesn’t often have Osso Bucco because he’s worried about cholesterol,…
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Strawberry Tartlettes
I’m not sure this recipe needs much introduction. After all, everyone loves a good tart! -Recipe Serves 6-8- – THE INGREDIENTS (CRÈME PÂTISSIÈRE) – – THE RECIPE – – THE INGREDIENTS (SHORT CRUST PASTRY) – It is essential to use…
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Peanut’s First Birthday
This has been the longest year. Let me tell you how Peanut’s life started. One night I started having stomach pains after having a cheeky glass of red wine and my favourite Arrabiata Pasta. I didn’t think anything of it…
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Beetroot + Carrots + Chicken (9m+)
This week was a total laundry nightmare. Peanut has had reflux since he was two months old. On top of our current Everest of milk stains, we now have beet stains as well. I don’t know about your baby, but…
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