Rhubarb and Frangipane Galette

This galette is the perfect dessert for this time of year, when the sunshine has you feeling fruity, until suddenly it starts snowing and you decide it's time to wrap yourself in a pastry blanket. Of course, you can substitute any fruit you like for the rhubarb. Later in the year try stone fruits, berries,… Continue reading Rhubarb and Frangipane Galette

Crème Caramel

Crème caramel is delicious, and you should make it. It has five (mostly very cheap) ingredients, that you honestly probably have at home right now. It does require a little care and patience, but is really not very tricky. Spend the afternoon filling your house with the smell of warm milk and friendliness, and then… Continue reading Crème Caramel

Linzer Torte

Sometimes, the best cookbooks start out blank. My mum has one that she got many years ago which has slowly filled up with recipes written by friends and family. Some were sent as letters, handwritten or by typewriter. Many had the book pressed into their hands after they cooked something for her she knew she… Continue reading Linzer Torte