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 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.
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 Fresh Egg Pasta, Smooth and Elastic
Homemade fresh egg pasta with flour and eggs: smooth, elastic, and easy to roll. The base for tagliatelle, lasagne, and ravioli.
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.
Classic Italian Sponge Cake, Tall and Fluffy
Classic Italian sponge cake (pan di Spagna) with eggs, sugar, and flour, no baking powder: tall, fluffy, and perfect to fill. The base for layer cakes and trifles.
3-ingredient Nutella cookies
Easy Nutella cookies made with just 3 ingredients, quick to bake and perfect for a fast homemade treat.
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.
Fruit tartlets like a pastry shop
Fruit tartlets with crisp pastry, smooth custard and fresh fruit, perfect for parties, afternoon treats and elegant tables.
Homemade chicken cordon bleu, crisp and melty
Homemade chicken cordon bleu with a crisp coating, cooked ham and melty mozzarella, ideal for a satisfying dinner.
Homemade Savoury Shortcrust Pastry for Quiches and Tarts
Homemade savoury shortcrust pastry (pâte brisée) with flour, butter, and water: crumbly and neutral, egg-free. The perfect base for quiches and savory tarts.