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Cherry Chocolate Amaretto ClafoutisMy version of a classic, rustic, French crêpe batter dessert. Can also be made with 6 x (1 cup / 250ml) ramekins. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2017/07/cocktail-by-cherry-chocolate-amaretto.html |
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CREME CARAMEL flan - Paris Bistro styleCreamy luscious custard flan reveals its jiggly personality. A syrupy, sweet, dark amber character lulls the smooth culinary classic to bed. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2017/05/paris-bistro-style-creme-caramel-flan.html |
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Mocha Amaretto crème brûlée Almond crunchVoila, a satisfying, crunchy crust to top a sublime crème custard. Blowtorch be gone, all I need is a little burnt brittle. Note: The recipe for the brittle will yield enough for as many as 8 custards. For a dedicated post on the accompanying crème brûlée...refer here:… |
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CARAMEL - COFFEE custard pastry creamThis smooth custard pastry cream loves to be layered within a chocolate cake ;o) Tip: If short on time...use your favourite (cooked) pudding mix (i.e.: butterscotch caramel, chocolate or other). This recipe is featured in this dedicated post on the Christmas 'Yule' Log cake:… |
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Crème CHANTILLY creamA classic’ whipped FRENCH cream. Often used in combination with Italian custard cream in order to create a 'Diplomatic cream'. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2011/11/dessert-custard-cream-repertoire.html |
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PASTRY CREAM custardItalian 'Crema Pasticcera'...or as the French call ‘la Crème pâtissière’ The use of WHOLE eggs and starch is required in order to achieve a thicker cream. NOTE: It’s always best to prepare this cream the day before. This version was initiated by my Mom and I’ve pushed the recipe a little further with time ;o) For a dedicated… |
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basic CUSTARD...aka crème anglaise (Vanilla custard)A custard that develops into a thinner, velvety, smooth cream. It can stand alone as a classic spooned (cold/warm) dessert or used to accentuate one. This cream needs only egg yolks and starch is not required. Adapted from the book: ‘Larousse- Best Desserts ever’ For a dedicated post...refer to:… |
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custard CREAM with RICOTTA and Maple SyrupTaking the Italian custard to a new level of texture and creaminess not equalled by any other. Perfect for filling cakes, cream puffs or ‘Zeppole di San Giuseppe’. Let your imagination ride. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2011/04/puff-choux-pastry-ricotta-cream-zeppole.html |
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