Results tagged 'basic'

  • Basic Bean PureeBasic Bean Puree

    Canned cannellini beans are a staple in my pantry, I love them with everything and I tend you use them more than any other bean variety, but any...

  • Basic Bean SaladBasic Bean Salad

    This salad is a combination of fresh and canned beans with a sweet dressing. It’s quick and easy and perfect with a barbecue or chopped finely can...

  • Basic Bean SalsaBasic Bean Salsa

    Beans are wonderful additions to almost any meal. Full of protein and nutrients as well as tasting fabulous. Use any dried or canned beans (you...

  • Basic Bechamel SauceBasic Bechamel Sauce

    This basic sauce can be made in four consistencies depending on its end use. The thickness of the sauce is achieved by increasing the butter and...

  • Basic BiscuitsBasic Biscuits

    There are many different types of cookies and biscuits. This basic recipe is for rolled biscuits. Rolled Cookies require rolling the dough out flat...

  • Basic BisqueBasic Bisque

    Bisque is a type of rich, thick, creamy soup which has been pureed so that it has an even texture. Traditionally, bisque includes seafood, wine or...

  • Basic Bread DoughBasic Bread Dough

    There's something quite ethereal about making bread, whether you do it all from scratch and wait the time for the dough to prove, or whether...

  • Basic BruschettaBasic Bruschetta

    As a starter or on the side, bruschetta is an ideal choice for outdoor entertaining: You can make it in minutes, eat it while mingling, and top it...

  • Basic Buerre Blanc SauceBasic Buerre Blanc Sauce

    Beurre blanc sauce is a rich French sauce made from an acidic reduction whisked together with chunks of fresh butter. The result is used on things...

  • Basic Cannelloni And VariationsBasic Cannelloni And Variations

    This dish is typical of regions with varied culinary tradition, such as Tuscany and Umbria, can be seasoned and stuffed with a variety of fillings...

  • Basic Caramel SauceBasic Caramel Sauce

    This sauce is very versatile and can be used to flavour milk drinks or smoothies, as a topping on fruit and ice cream, or just ice cream, as a...

  • Basic Chantilly CreamBasic Chantilly Cream

    Chantilly cream, or créme chantilly to use the French and impress your friends, is simply sweetened whipped cream flavoured with vanilla or...

  • Basic Cheesecake FillingBasic Cheesecake Filling

    I have listed here the filling commonly used for baked cheesecakes as it can be used for a number of other dishes as well, for example as a filling...

  • Basic Chocolate SauceBasic Chocolate Sauce

    This sauce is very simple yet delicious. It will keep in the fridge for several weeks. It will set firm when refrigerated and just needs to be...

  • Basic ChutneyBasic Chutney

    Making chutneys and relishes is a traditional way of preserving fruits and vegetables with sugar, spices and flavourings. Chutney and relish are...

  • Basic Citrus SauceBasic Citrus Sauce

    Citrus sauce can be used as a sauce over a steamed pudding, a cake or a topping over fruit and ice cream. It’s best made with freshly...

  • Basic ColeslawBasic Coleslaw

    If you plan to keep coleslaw, don't dress it until you need it, the mayonnaise dressing will wilt the vegetables and make them soggy.

  • Basic ConsommeBasic Consomme

    Consommé is a clear, strong broth often served as the first course of French meals. Consommé is made from stock but is clarified by straining the...

  • Basic Couscous and VariationsBasic Couscous and Variations

    This tiny North African pasta is quick to cook and adapts to a variety of recipes. Quick-cooking varieties require only a brief soaking in hot water.

  • Basic Cream Sauce and VariationsBasic Cream Sauce and Variations

    This very simple sauce constructed predominantly of cream with variation ingredients can be used to add flavour to a multitude of recipes. When...


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