Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.
But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Tuesday 1 March 2011

Homemade Trifle Pots


Quick and easy, can be made in advance and chilled. A dessert everyone will love.




Ingredients:


1 Tin ambrosia custard or make your own custard (see below)
6 trifle sponges or slices of madeira cake (you will get this easily in your local supermarket)
500g mixed berries, I've used raspberries,strawberries & blackberries (You can any fruits of your choice)
1 packet of strawberry jelly ( follow the instructions on the pack and prepare)
150-200ml double cream




Method:


1. Place the sponges into the bowls or glasses , cut into shape if required.


2. Put the raspberries, strawberries, blackberries and any fruits of your choice.


3. Pour the jelly into each pot or bowl, just enough to cover the fruits. Cover with cling film and chill , until ready to serve.


4. Once ready to serve, pour the custard ( if you are using homemade custard you can chill in the fridge before serving) make sure you leave enough room for the cream.


5. Whisk the double cream until softly peaking and spread evenly.


6. Before serving , sprinkle sugar sticks, cherries or chopped nuts




How to make your own custard:


Mix 6 tablespoon custard, with 2 tablespoon sugar, 5 tablespoon milk into a smooth paste
Heat 200-250ml milk, until it boils, then add the custard mixture, and stir well. Heat until it thickens, remember to constantly stir.
Take off the heat and add few drops of vanilla essence. Stir well.




Tips:


You can make boozy trifles but adding liquer or brandy.

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