Pear and frangipane tart of my dreams! This was so easy to make and even easier to eat. Loved this recipe by @gordongram: it was straight to the point, perfectly balanced and resulted in such an impressive yet rustic dessert. Recipe below and step by step tutorial highlighted in my stories.Frangipane and pear tartGordon Ramsey
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Continue ReadingAs promised, here is the mushroom and thyme tart recipe. It is based on the recipe by the king @gordongram Step by step in my highlightsWild mushroom tart with parmesan and nut pastry.
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Continue ReadingCreamy risotto with brussel sprouts and artichoke! Made this creamy risotto as part of a competition by @butterstories.me were I had to cook out of a mystery box using delicious French butter! Use this recipe for any risotto, using 2 cups of rice for 6-7 cups of stock. The secret is to only add the next cup of liquid when the previous one has been fully absorbed! NB: do not attempt to do a risotto without #frenchbutter
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Continue ReadingChocolate buttermilk cake. This delicious cake is so simple and a guaranteed crowd pleasure. Super moist and not to sweet, it’s a keeper. The recipe consists of the cake and the frosting. Let me know if you make it! Adapted from @magnoliabakery
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Continue ReadingSummer rolls are a favorite dish at home! They’re so easy to make, so colorful, crunchy and bursting with flavors!
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Continue ReadingThe one thing that I learnt from my food journey is the importance of having a passion. As adults, we focus on jobs, responsibilities, kids, etc and we tend to loose ourselves in the meantime. A hobby or a passion will keep you grounded. It will save you. What is your hobby/passion? BY YASMINE IDRISS
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Continue ReadingThis recipe is one of the best cheesecakes I have ever had. Ever! It’s adapted from a recipe by @elleetvirepro_arabia. I topped it with a layer of caramelized sugar similar to those of crème brûlée. Chef @karim.bourgi taught me this technique. I hope you try it, it’s beautiful, delicious and a crowd pleaser.
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Continue ReadingA Ramadan inspired tahini skillet cookie, made with white chocolate chips, crunchy pistachios and rose water. I baked it and served it warm straight from my beautiful @lecreuset skillet, topped with pistachio ice cream and sprinkled with edible rose petals. This dessert is brought to you by @williamssonomadubai.
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Continue ReadingDuring the holy month of Ramadan, days are slow and energy is lowww! And while iftar meals are the highlight of the day, I try to be creative as to what to whip up for the family that will make them happy and won’t require hours and hours over the stove top. This delicious recipe is made possible thanks to a slow cooker I got from @mumzworld! You just put everything in, switch it on and wait for the magic to happen! I use this slow cooker for curries, soups, pasta sauces- and leave them simmer slowly and gently until iftar…
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Continue ReadingRamadan hack: how to preserve your cake leftovers! As many of you know, I really love preserving and reusing leftovers to avoid food waste as much as possible. We can individually start with small tips and tricks, and together we can make a difference. Ramadan Kareem to all, Yasmine xx