Velouté Sauce, the Silky French Mother Sauce
Homemade velouté sauce: a pale blond roux loosened with hot stock for a smooth, silky base, perfect for veloutés, gratins, and mains in sauce.
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Classic Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon
Homemade béarnaise sauce: an emulsion of egg yolks and butter scented with shallots, vinegar, and tarragon, the French sauce that's perfect for meat and steak.
Creamy Hollandaise Sauce, Smooth and Foolproof
Homemade hollandaise sauce with egg yolks, butter, and lemon: velvety and stable, the classic base for eggs Benedict, asparagus, and fish.
Classic Italian Crostata with Jam and Crumbly Shortcrust
The classic Italian crostata with crumbly shortcrust pastry and jam: the traditional breakfast bake, simple to make and always perfect.
Creamy Mushroom Risotto, Perfectly Mantecato
Creamy mushroom risotto with Carnaroli rice, sautéed mixed mushrooms, and a final stir of butter and parmesan: a comforting first course.
Classic Shortcrust Pastry, Crumbly and Easy to Roll
Classic Italian shortcrust pastry (pasta frolla) with flour, butter, sugar, and eggs: crumbly, fragrant, and easy to roll. The base for tarts, cookies, and tartlets.
Homemade Béchamel Sauce, Creamy and Lump-Free
Homemade béchamel sauce with milk, butter, and flour: creamy, smooth, and lump-free in minutes. The base for lasagne, baked pasta, and gratins.
Homemade Choux Pastry for Cream Puffs and Éclairs
Homemade choux pastry with water, milk, butter, flour, and eggs: light and hollow inside. The base for cream puffs, éclairs, profiteroles, and savory gougères.
Chocolate and corn flakes cheesecake, creamy and crunchy
A chocolate and corn flakes cheesecake with a crunchy base and creamy filling, easy to make and great for preparing ahead.
Chocolate and strawberry cake, soft and striking
A soft chocolate and strawberry cake with an intense flavour and a bright fresh finish, perfect for special occasions.
Cocoa biscuit cheesecake with chocolate cream
A chilled cheesecake with cocoa biscuits and chocolate cream, rich but balanced and easy to prepare ahead.
Fruit tartlets like a pastry shop
Fruit tartlets with crisp pastry, smooth custard and fresh fruit, perfect for parties, afternoon treats and elegant tables.