Special recipes

Special Chocolate Cake recipe

This scrumptious apple pie is great for special occasions, just make sure no one takes the name of your dessert serious.

Basil eggplant is a simple recipe, and this version substantially reduces the unnecessary oil that usually plagues eggplant dishes. The basil and chile pepper turn the basic eggplant into something exciting. Use either the long, thin Japanese eggplants or the big purple globe/Italian eggplants. We love this recipe – even without the chile peppers. And we always serve with Jasmine rice.

Make your cup of coffee feel special with these delicious cookies that are easy to make!

Add a new look to your dinners with this succulent dish that is perfect to serve when that special someone is coming over for dinner.

Fruit Cheeses are closely related to jams and jellies but have a firmer texture and are usually served moulded and cut into chunks as an accompaniment to roast or cold meats. Quince really makes the best cheese and is a wonderful rich amber colour. It is a particular speciality of Spain and is traditionally eaten as a sweet snack. This recipe will keep for 2 years and makes a wonderful and unusual gift.

This is one of those "ooooof!" cakes. Between the chocolate ganache and the chocolate mousse filling you might break out in some butter sweats, but it is very worth it. The cake is fluffy and moist, the mousse cool and airy, and the ganache smooth and creamy. A great show off cake for special occasions. Best of all, really easy to make!

Cobb Salad with French Dressing recipe

Make your ribs feel special with this tasty recipe that your family can enjoy!

Delicious cookies that are perfect after a special dinner. Try dipping them in coffee or wine!

A 3 layered family classic. A layer of peanut butter filling, then a layer of cream filling topped with meringue. Total yummo for special occasions.