Delicate Wild Trout Terrine

Wild Trout Terrine with Lemon and Chilli

A smooth, elegant terrine showcasing the delicate flavor of wild trout.
Couverts6
Preparation 45 minutes
Preparation time:1 hour
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Equipment

  • Food processor, Loaf pan, Parchment paper, Steamer or large pot with rack, Mixing bowls

Ingredients

  • Cream heavy 120ml
  • Dill fresh 2 tbsp
  • Eggs 3
  • Lemon juice 2 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Smoked trout 150g
  • Wild trout fillets 500g

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • In a food processor, blend wild trout fillets until smooth.
  • Add eggs, cream, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Blend until well combined.
  • Fold in smoked trout pieces.
  • Pour mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Cover tightly with foil.
  • Place the loaf pan in a steamer or a large pot with a rack.
  • Add boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the loaf pan.
  • Steam or bake for 60 minutes, or until set.
  • Let the terrine cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Serve chilled with crusty bread and a squeeze of lemon.

Wine Advice:

A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a dry Riesling.

Nutrition values

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 18 g | Sugar: 1 g
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White Chocolate Raspberry Cloud Cake

White Chocolate Raspberry Cloud Cake

A light and airy sponge cake with sweet raspberries and creamy white chocolate
Couverts10
Preparation 30 minutes
Preparation time:35 minutes
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls, Electric mixer, Springform cake pan, Parchment paper, Spatula

Ingredients

  • Baking powder 2 tsp
  • Eggs 4
  • Flour 250g
  • Milk 120ml
  • Raspberries 200g
  • Sugar 200g
  • Vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • White chocolate 150g
  • Butter 150g

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Grease and line a springform cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  • Sift flour and baking powder, then fold into the mixture alternately with milk.
  • Gently fold in raspberries and white chocolate pieces.
  • Pour batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Dust with powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Wine Advice:

A sweet sparkling wine or a light dessert wine like Moscato

Nutrition values

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 20 g | Sugar: 30 g
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Cuisine; England
Diets; Vegetarian

Cinnamon Crunch Apple Chips

Crispy Cinnamon Apple Chips

Thinly sliced apples, baked to crispy perfection with a sweet cinnamon coating.
Couverts4
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:1 hour 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • Baking sheets, Mandoline or sharp knife, Mixing bowl, Parchment paper

Ingredients

  • Apples 4 medium
  • Cinnamon 2 tbsp
  • Sugar 2 tbsp

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 225°F (107°C).
  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Thinly slice apples using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  • In a bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar.
  • Dip each apple slice into the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Arrange apple slices in a single layer on baking sheets.
  • Bake for 1.
  • 5 hours, flipping halfway, until crispy.
  • Let cool completely before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Enjoy as a healthy snack or add to yogurt or cereal.

Wine Advice:

A sparkling cider or a sweet dessert wine

Nutrition values

Calories: 120 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 0.5 g | Sugar: 25 g
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Course; Fruit / Oven / Rustic Baking / Snack
Cuisine; American

Warm Spiced Beetroot & Red Onion Soup

Spiced Beetroot and Red Onion Soup

A vibrant and warming soup with earthy beetroot and sweet red onion, spiced to perfection.
Couverts4
Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:35 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large pot, Blender or immersion blender, Cutting board, Knife

Ingredients

  • Beetroot 500g
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
  • Red onions 2 medium
  • Vegetable broth 1L
  • Vinegar red wine 1 tbsp
  • Spices cumin, coriander 1 tsp each
  • Sugar 1 tsp
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Peel and chop the beetroot and red onions.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot.
  • Add chopped onions and cook until softened.
  • Add beetroot, spices, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in vegetable broth and red wine vinegar.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until beetroot is tender.
  • Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve hot.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or fresh herbs.

Wine Advice:

A dry rosé or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir.

Nutrition values

Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 7 g | Sugar: 10 g
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Cuisine; Russian

Red Currant Glazed Apple Almond Tart

Apple and Almond Tart with Red Currant Glaze

A sweet and nutty tart with a bright red currant glaze. Perfect for autumn gatherings.
Couverts8
Preparation 30 minutes
Preparation time:45 minutes
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Equipment

  • Baking paper, Mixing bowls, Rolling pin, Tart pan

Ingredients

  • Almond flour 150g
  • Apples 3 medium
  • Butter 100g
  • Eggs 2
  • Flour 150g
  • Red currants 200g
  • Sugar 150g

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Grease and line a tart pan with baking paper.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time.
  • Fold in flour and almond flour.
  • Pour batter into the prepared tart pan.
  • Peel, core, and slice apples.
  • Arrange apple slices over the batter.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden.
  • While the tart cools, prepare the glaze.
  • Heat red currants and a little sugar in a saucepan until they soften.
  • Strain the red currant mixture to remove seeds.
  • Brush the glaze over the cooled tart.
  • Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream.

Wine Advice:

A sweet Riesling or a Moscato d’Asti.

Nutrition values

Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 18 g | Sugar: 25 g
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Cuisine; French
Diets; Vegetarian

Smoky Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip

Blue Cheese and Walnut Mini Tarts

A vibrant, smoky dip with roasted peppers and crunchy walnuts.
Couverts6
Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:40 minutes
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Equipment

  • Baking sheet, Blender or food processor, Measuring spoons, Measuring cups, Oven

Ingredients

  • 2 Red bell peppers
  • 100 g Walnuts
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Pita bread or vegetables for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  • Place red peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 40 minutes, turning occasionally, until skin is charred.
  • Remove peppers and let cool.
  • Peel, seed, and chop them.
  • Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 5 minutes, until fragrant.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine roasted peppers, walnuts, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Blend until smooth or slightly chunky.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve with pita bread or vegetables.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Garnish with chopped walnuts and a drizzle of olive oil.

Wine Advice:

A dry rosé or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc.

Nutrition values

Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 18 g | Sugar: 4 g
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Cuisine; Spain

Spiced Baked Apples with Dried Fruit

Baked Apples with Mixed Dried Fruit and Cinnamon Sugar

Warm, tender baked apples filled with sweet dried fruit and cinnamon.
Couverts4
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:45 minutes
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Equipment

  • Baking dish, Apple corer, Measuring spoons, Measuring cups, Oven

Ingredients

  • 4 Apples e.g. Braeburn, Honeycrisp
  • 100 g Mixed dried fruit raisins, cranberries, apricots, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp Butter melted
  • 1/4 cup Apple juice or cider
  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
  • In a bowl, mix dried fruit, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Fill the apple cavities with the fruit mixture.
  • Place the apples in a baking dish.
  • Drizzle melted butter over the apples.
  • Pour apple juice or cider into the bottom of the dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until apples are tender.
  • Serve warm, with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Wine Advice:

A sweet Riesling or a spiced apple wine.

Nutrition values

Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 7 g | Sugar: 35 g
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Cuisine; Germany

Festive Christmas Fruit Cake

Festive Christmas Fruit Cake

A rich, spiced fruit cake perfect for Christmas celebrations.
Couverts12
Preparation 30 minutes
Preparation time:2 hours 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl, Electric mixer, 9-inch round cake tin, Parchment paper, Measuring spoons, Measuring cups, Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 225 g Butter softened
  • 225 g Brown sugar
  • 4 Eggs
  • 225 g All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Mixed spice
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 450 g Mixed dried fruit raisins, currants, sultanas, candied peel
  • 50 ml Brandy or orange juice optional
  • Almonds for decoration optional
  • Icing sugar for dusting optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F).
  • Grease and line a 9-inch round cake tin with parchment paper.
  • Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time.
  • Sift flour, mixed spice, cinnamon, and nutmeg into the mixture.
  • Fold in the dried fruit.
  • Stir in brandy or orange juice if using.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin.
  • Bake for 2 hours 30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack.
  • Decorate with almonds and dust with icing sugar if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Serve slices of the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or custard.

Wine Advice:

A sweet dessert wine like a Pedro Ximénez sherry or a rich Madeira.

Nutrition values

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 15 g | Sugar: 35 g
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Cuisine; England
Diets; Vegetarian

Roasted Pumpkin & Rosemary Velvety Soup

Roasted Pumpkin & Rosemary Velvety Soup

A warm, comforting soup with roasted pumpkin and aromatic rosemary.
Couverts4
Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:45 minutes
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Equipment

  • Baking sheet, Blender or immersion blender, Large pot, Measuring spoons, Measuring cups, Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Pumpkin cubed
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Rosemary fresh or dried
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  • Toss pumpkin, onion, and garlic with olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary on a baking sheet.
  • Roast for 40-45 minutes, or until pumpkin is tender.
  • Transfer roasted vegetables to a large pot.
  • Add vegetable broth.
  • Use a blender or immersion blender to puree until smooth.
  • Heat the soup over medium heat until warm.
  • Adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve hot.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Wine Advice:

A dry Pinot Grigio or a light-bodied Chardonnay.

Nutrition values

Calories: 210 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 7 g | Sugar: 10 g
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Cuisine; Italian