Tiramisu might be a misnomer for this dessert but as it’s made with some of the same ingredients and methods as a traditional tiramisu, I’m sticking with it. I’m also being a bit liberal with the mojito label as a mojito is generally made with lime and not lemon juice. It’s a great combination of…… Continue reading mojito tiramisu
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walnut lemon and cardamom cake
I spied this recipe in Moro The Cookbook by Sam and Sam Clark. The focus of the cookbook is Spanish and Muslim Mediterranean food, or food of the Moors. They describe this cake perfectly – moist and a little crumbly. The cake is also gluten free as long as you use gluten free baking powder.…… Continue reading walnut lemon and cardamom cake
lemon panna cotta with oranges in syrup
This zingy lemon panna cotta pairs beautifully with the sweetness of orange segments in a honey and cardamom syrup. It’s an impressive dessert that can be made ahead of time. To make the panna cotta, first place 3 sheets of gelatine (15g or .53 oz) in some cold water for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, place 300ml…… Continue reading lemon panna cotta with oranges in syrup
pistachio and lemon bundt cake
This lovely moist cake is full of of flavour and good-looking to boot! Preheat your oven to 180ºC (350ºF) and generously grease a bundt pan. In a bowl combine 3 cups of flour with ½ a teaspoon of kosher salt. In a food processor pulse 2 cups of shelled and roasted pistachios until they are…… Continue reading pistachio and lemon bundt cake
lemon and blueberry polenta cake
A lovely lemony cake with pockets of moist blueberry and no wheat. This recipe makes one small 15cm (6″) cake. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350ºF) and grease and line your cake tin with baking paper. Cream 100g of unsalted butter with 100g of caster sugar until soft and pale. Beat in 2 eggs, one at…… Continue reading lemon and blueberry polenta cake
lamb shanks with rice and lemon
These Greek-style Lamb shanks, one of Yotam Ottolenghi’s one-pot-wonders-recipes, are packed with flavour. If you can get the lamb shanks to stand up they look pretty amazing too. Heat some olive oil in a large casserole over medium heat and fry 200g of peeled and halved shallots for three to four minutes until well browned. Remove them…… Continue reading lamb shanks with rice and lemon
lemon and mixed berry cake
This cake, baked with my sister Eve, made an impressive and festive Christmas dessert. From SWEET by Yotam Ottolenghi and Helen Goh, the light and fluffy lemon sponge and berry buttercream are assembled into a sort of swiss roll on it’s side. Preheat your oven to 205ºC (400ºF) and line a shallow 30 x 40cm (12…… Continue reading lemon and mixed berry cake
greek lemon chicken and potatoes
Looking for a simple meal that’s enticing and delicious? Here is a wonderful version of this Greek classic from Chef John at Food Wishes. Preheat your oven to 220ºC (425ºF). Cut a chicken into 6-8 pieces (I left the breasts whole as they cook more quickly) and place them in a large bowl. Season well…… Continue reading greek lemon chicken and potatoes
poppy seed cake with lemon icing
One of the latest additions to my groaning shelves of cookbooks is Honey & Co The Baking Book by Sarit Packer & Itmar Srulovich. Poppy seed cakes are one of my favourites and this is a good one. Moist and not too heavy with a lovely tart icing. Preheat your oven to 190ºC (375ºF). In a…… Continue reading poppy seed cake with lemon icing
ricotta doughnuts
Who doesn’t love a fresh hot doughnut? Here the taste of ricotta shines through and a drizzle of tangy lemon syrup is just perfect. Make the lemon syrup by heating ½ a cup each of lemon juice and sugar until the sugar is dissolved and the syrup thickens a little. Depending on your lemons you may need…… Continue reading ricotta doughnuts
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