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Cook’s Encyclopedia – S

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z sablée: a rich short biscuit similar to shortbread, that it delicate in texture. safflower oil: the vegetable oil that contains the highest proportion of polyunsaturated fats. saffron: available in …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – R

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z radicchio: burgundy-leaved lettuce with white ribs and slightly bitter flavour. ragout: a French term for stew made of meat, fish, or vegetables. raisin: dried sweet grape. raising agent: an …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – Q

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z quahog: the American Indian name for the East Coast hard shell clam. It is also used to describe the largest of these hard shell clams. Other names used are, …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – P

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z paella: a Spanish rice dish originating in the town of Valencia. There are hundreds of recipes for paella, all claiming to be authentic. The only ingredients that are necessary …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – N

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z naan: leavened Indian bread; traditionally baked by pressing it onto the inside wall of a heated tandoor (brick oven). nachos topping sauce: consists of pinto beans, tomato paste, onion, …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – M

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z macadamias: native to Australia, rich and buttery nut; store in refrigerator because of high oil content. macaire: a potato pancake made with seasoned potato puree. macaroon: a small round …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – J

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z jam: also known as preserve or conserve; most often made from fruit. jam rollettes: also known as sponge rollettes; sponge rolls filled with jam and cream; these are generally …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – F

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z falafel: a Middle Eastern speciality consisting of small, deep-fried croquettes or balls made of highly spiced, ground chickpeas. They’re generally tucked inside pita bread, sandwich style, but can also …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – E

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z egg noodles: are made of wheat flour and eggs, and are widely available both fresh and dried. The thin round variety are used in soups, stir-fries and for deep-frying, …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – D

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z dacquoise: a cake made of nut meringues layered with whipped cream or butter cream. The nut meringue disks are also referred to as dacquoise. daikon: daikon, or mooli, is …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – C

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z cabernet vinegar: aged red wine vinegar made from the must of cabernet sauvignon grapes. cachous: small, round, cake-decorating sweets available in silver, gold or various colours. Caesar salad dressing: …

Cook’s Encyclopedia – B

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z baba: a small cake made from enriched yeast dough, often flavoured with candied fruits, and soaked with a rum or Kirsch syrup after baking. This dough is also used …

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Mango Sorbet and Passionfruit Meringues

Mango Sorbet and Passionfruit Meringues Serves: Serves 6 85g packet passionfruit jelly 1 1/2 cups (375ml) boiling water 2 large (860g) mangoes 6 x 7cm round pavlova shells (meringue nests) 6 scoops mango sorbet 3 passionfruit 1. Dissolve jelly crystals in boiling water (disregard packet directions); cool to room temperature. Pour into a small dish; …

All Recipes Julie O’Malley Recipes with Photos Stuffing, Rubs, Marinades, Glazes, Batter, Crumbs Tried and Tested

Crispy Batter

Photo by Julie O’Malley Crispy Batter 175g SR flour, sifted pinch salt 1 tsp paprika 250ml cold water oil for deep frying Place flour, salt and paprika in a bowl. Add water gradually, using a whisk to mix until smooth (Should be the consistency of double cream). Heat oil in deep fryer/saucepan. When ready to …

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Banana Bread and Butter Pudding

Photo by Julie O’Malley Banana Bread and Butter Pudding Serves: 4-6 Ingredients: 4 slices white toast bread softened butter 1 large reasonably firm banana, peeled and sliced (or 2 medium sized ones) 450 ml milk 85g brown sugar plus extra for sprinkling a good pinch of ground cinnamon 2 large eggs 1 Tbsp cornflour thickened …

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Crispy Calamari

Photo by Julie O’Malley Crispy Calamari Calamari tubes 2 Tbsp SR flour Batter (coats 4 – 5 tubes): 175g SR flour, sifted pinch salt 1 tsp paprika 250ml cold water oil for deep frying 1. Place flour, salt and paprika in a bowl. Add water gradually, using a whisk to mix until smooth. Should be …

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Chocolate Pudding Bar

Chocolate Pudding Bar 250g packet malt biscuits 3 x 80g Crunchie bars, refrigerated 395g can sweetened condensed milk 600ml thickened cream drinking chocolate, to serve (optional) 1. Line a 3cm deep, 26cm x 16cm (base) lamington pan with non-stick baking paper. Layer malt biscuits over base of pan, cutting to fit if necessary, so base …