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Millefeuille means “thousand leaves” and, while this cheat’s version only has one layer of pastry, the multiple layers within a good-quality puff pastry still give a layered texture.
This simple noodle soup looks labour intensive, but it’s ready in less than half an hour – and if you use pre-made stock you can cut that time in half.
Make extra sauce, freeze it, and you can have this family favourite on the table in no time flat.
Turmeric and coconut are a fabulous flavour combination found across south-east Asia. Here, they’re combined in a simple Balinese-ish pork bake that would be perfect with some steamed rice.
Kokoda is one of the more popular dishes in Fiji. As with a ceviche, the fish is dressed in vinegar or citrus juice but the acidity is balanced by the creaminess of coconut.
The thickened cream includes gelatin and the icing sugar mixture contains cornstarch, both of which help to set this easy cheesecake.
Honestly, it doesn’t get much easier than this. A bit of chicken in a pan plus a few seasonings equals a delicious meal with very little fuss.
Stale bread is processed into breadcrumbs and given a second run at the dinner table in the form of a deceptively simple pudding.
Use this recipe as a base to turn just about any leftovers that aren’t enough for a full meal into something filling and delicious.
These onion and chickpea flour fritters are delicious by themselves. Combine them with a fresh mint chutney and they are truly sublime.