Super easy, golden, fluffy, and ready the same day — these focaccia muffins are a total game changer. Golden and crunchy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside, they deliver all the classic Italian focaccia flavours without the need for an overnight rise. Perfect if you’re craving homemade bread but don’t want to wait hours! This same-day focaccia recipe only requires about 15 minutes of hands-on time — the yeast does the rest. And instead of baking one big loaf, I baked them as little focaccia muffins. Not only are they adorable, but they’re also great for snacking,…
Baking & Pastries
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Continue ReadingFor the past few years, I’ve baked an apple pie for my father-in-law’s birthday based on his mother’s recipe—with a few of my own tweaks. Nothing beats the smell and taste of warm apple pie fresh from the oven, I mean… come on! Think buttery pastry, sweet apples, cinnamon, rum-soaked…
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Continue ReadingCourgette flowers are such a summery delight! While they’re fantastic battered and deep-fried, they don’t last long after being picked. If you’ve kept them in the fridge for a few days and they’ve shriveled up a bit, don’t worry—this Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette Flowers is the perfect…
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Continue ReadingA classic combo, a timeless dish. This Asparagus, Goat’s Cheese and Dill Quiche is everything you want from a late spring or early summer lunch—fresh, light, and packed with flavour. The asparagus brings a gentle bite, the goat’s cheese adds tangy creaminess, and the dill? Dill is the queen of…
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Continue ReadingChicken Pot Pie – The Ultimate Comfort Food (Born from Procrastination). Over the past few months, I’ve been saving chicken bones and vegetable scraps in freezer bags, waiting for the perfect moment to make homemade chicken stock. And when the freezer drawers were overflowing, I knew it was time. But,…
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Continue ReadingA perfect autumnal dessert (or lunch, in my case!). This Spiced Pear Galette is everything you want in a cosy, seasonal bake—flaky, buttery pastry, tender caramelised pears, and warm, fragrant spices. Best of all? It’s incredibly easy to make. Since I already had pie crust in my freezer, all I…
