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This title offers 20 delectable recipes shown in 100 photographs. It is a delightful collection of pastries, from the wonderfully simple to the seriously indulgent. The recipes are inspired by many different cuisines and are divided into Little Tarts, Lunchtime Tarts and Fancy Tarts. Ideas include Onion and Mushroom Tartlets, Greek Feta Tart, Smoked Salmon Tart with Potato Pastry, Peach and Redcurrant Tartlets, and Apricot and Almond Tart. Straightforward instructions are accompanied by inspirational photographs to make every tart easily achievable and enjoyable to make. It includes a useful section of step-by-step techniques for making different types of pastry and fillings, with advice on using a food processor, rolling out and baking blind. Tips and variations are provided throughout, giving you a wealth of extra ideas. There are few things as irresistible as a freshly baked tart, whether it is filled with a simple custard or topped with golden, caramelized shallots. For those new to baking, the mysteries of light and crumbly pastry can seem a little daunting. This wonderful collection of recipes includes all the essential techniques you will need to ensure success every time.One of the most appealing aspects of tarts is their versatility, and this book contains delicious ideas for all sorts of occasions. There are ideas for mid-morning snacks, sweet tartlets to have with afternoon tea and elegant desserts for special suppers. Try Tomato, Feta and Olive Tartlets for a light lunch and serve Blueberry Frangipane Flan as the perfect finish for a dinner party. The useful techniques section provides all the guidance you will need to make perfect pastry, including basic recipes for shortcrust, rich shortcrust and pate sucree, and step-by-step techniques for rolling pastry out, lining tins and pans, and baking blind. This little book is a perfect addition to any kitchen shelf.

Fill your larder with flavorful condiments and jarred confections made in your own kitchen. This title features 140 delicious jams, jellies and relishes shown in 220 photographs. Every kind of preserve and pickle is covered in chapters on Jams and Conserves; Sweet Fruit Jellies; Marmalades; Curds, Butters and Cheeses; Sweet Fruit Preserves; Pickles; Chutneys; Relishes; Jellies; and Sauces and Mustards. It explains all the ingredients and techniques used, selecting the most suitable fruit and vegetables, and preserving them with salt, vinegar, sugar and alcohol. It features an amazing range of recipes from Papaya and Apricot Jam, Rosehip and Apple Jelly, and Fine Lime Shred Marmalade to Plum Butter, Hot Thai Pickled Shallots, and Honey Mustard. At-a-glance notes provide a complete nutritional breakdown for each recipe. Homemade preserves are delicious, easy to make and the perfect gift. This book will help you ensure that the shelves of your store cupboard will always be full of wonderfully tasty, fragrant condiments and confections made in your own kitchen. Whether you are tempted by Damson Jam, Spiced Cider and Apple Jelly, Lemon and Ginger Marmalade, Pear and Vanilla Butter, Tart Tomato Relish, or Tarragon and Champagne Mustard, this book will be a constant delight and inspiration.

Make the most of nature's bounty with this collection of 150 delicious preserves to stock your store-cupboard, from shredded marmalade to pickled shallots.

The ultimate healthy eating resource with delicious seasonal recipes, all packed with fruits and vegetables.,

Transform the everyday into a feast with all kinds of tempting sauces and tasty accompaniments.

This book brings together a superb collection of recipes for jams, jellies, marmalades, fruit curds, butters and cheeses, and sweet preserved fruits. There are all the classic preserves such as Blackcurrant Jam, Lemon Curd and Oxford Marmalade, as well as more unusual combinations such as Mulberry Jelly, Spiced Cherry Cheese and Damson and Vanilla Cheese. The practical introduction includes a useful guide to the equipment needed, as well as fully explaining the techniques, from testing pectin content to using a jelly bag. With over 50 preserves to choose from, shown in 240 step-by-step photographs, this a perfect book for novice chefs as well as more experienced cooks.

The introduction to this practical book offers an insight into the history of conserving and takes you through every technique from jam- and jellymaking to preserving with salt, vinegar, sugar and alcohol. There is also an informative guide to ingredients and equipment. The book then takes you through over 150 different jams, jellies, marmalades, fruit curds, butters and cheeses, preserved fruits, sweet and savoury pickles, chutneys, relishes, mustards and sauces. Each recipe is accompanied by beautiful photographs and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results every time. From classic conserves such as blackcurrant jam to more unusual combinations such as rhubarb and tangerine, this inspiring book is the perfect companion for successful preserving and is a must for every kitchen and every cook.

This title features deliciously tempting recipes for hot and fiery salsas, creamy dips, tasty relishes, spicy marinades, tangy mustards, classic dressings and sweet sauces. It provides all the necessary know-how and essential techniques for making basic stocks and marinades, whisking up quick-and-easy sauces, perfecting the art of preserving and pickling fruit and vegetables, and setting marmalades and jellies. It includes Bolognese sauce for spaghetti; onion and mustard sauce for pork; parsley sauce for smoked fish; tandoori-style marinade for chicken; peanut sauce for vegetable salad; and lime sabayon for ice cream. It is beautifully illustrated with more than 1000 step-by-step photographs with clear and accessible instructions for all the sauce-making techniques. You can make every meal memorable with this practical and accessible guide to sauces, salsas, relishes, chutneys, pickles, dips, mustards, marmalades, jellies and jams. Over 400 recipes show how to add an inspirational touch to every dish, whether you choose a simple onion gravy, a tangy orange sauce, a crunchy satay or a fancy party dip.A comprehensive reference section covers all the techniques, equipment and ingredients you will need. It shows how to make hot stocks, how to prevent egg custard from curdling, and how to blend chocolate and cream to create a dreamy dessert topping. The recipes are arranged in helpful categories for speedy reference, making this book all you will ever need to create the perfect sauce, pickle or preserve to suit any occasion.

Delicious easy-to-follow recipes for jams, jellies and sweet conserves, with 300 fabulous photographs.

This title includes over 90 mouthwatering fruit recipes using familiar and exotic fruits - everything from apples, oranges, grapes, bananas and cherries to pomegranates, tamarillos and figs. It also includes a wonderful selection of hot and cold desserts, pastries, pickles, and preserves, cakes and baked goods. Each finished recipe is beautifully photographed and accompanied by easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions to ensure the perfect result every time. This title features over 350 glorious colour photographs throughout, including how-to sequences. It offers a wonderful array of classic and innovastive ideas, including Iced Gin and Damson Souffles, Fig and Walnut Torte, Melon and Star Anise Jam, and Pear and Polenta Cake. "Fruit Desserts" is a wonderful collection of recipes designed to help you make the most of the abundant selection of fruits that is now available. With over 90 dishes that include all the familiar fruits such as apples, pears, and plums, as well as more unusual and exotic fruits such as star fruit, papaya, and tamarillos, there is a recipe for every occasion and every fruit. With six easy-to-follow chapters devoted to the specific families of fruit, it's easy to find the perfect recipe every time. Within each chapter there is a delicious choice of hot and cold desserts. Each finished recipe is beautifully photographed and the step-by-step instructions help you achieve the perfect result every time. With over 350 glorious colour photographs and wonderful recipes, this is the perfect book for every fruit lover.