APPLE CROSTATA

A crostata is an Italian version of a free-form tart, it is called galette by the French. I had used apples as the filling but you can use any other fillings either sweet or savory.  The crust can be made using food processor or by hand.

It is not difficult to bake one. Here are the tips to make a perfect pie crust:

1. Butter  and water should be ice cold
2. Handle the dough as little as possible. Overworking the dough will make it tough. 
3. Gradually add  enough water to form into a  pliable dough. It must sticks together and not crumbly.
4. Refrigerate the dough before rolling out 
5. Prepare the filling 10 minutes  before removing the dough  from the refrigerator.

The following recipe produces a flaky and tender crust that is so easy to handle. It turns out perfectly every time!

VEGETABLE PASTA

This versatile Vegetable Pasta dish is so healthy and fun to make. It's quick to fix, delicious and always different. just choose the vegetables and any type of pasta (spaghetti, fusilli, fettuccine, penne) you have in stock. For non vegetarian version, you can include chicken, seafood or mince meat to the pasta.

The pleasing  Vegetable Pasta is a great accompaniment to most any lunch or dinner.

PEAS KACHORI

A popular crispy and spicy pastry found  in various parts of India and Pakistan.This snack is stuffed with  green peas and deep fried. Peas Kachori  consists of two parts, the dough and its filling.

There are other kachoris available which are filled with moong dhal, urad dhal. onion, potato and even minced meat. Kachoris are often served with a chutney made with tamarind, mint or coriander.

For perfect result, use medium heat when frying  and do not crowd the pan. They are great accompaniment to your cuppa and perfect snack on the go.

FRUITED PULL APART BREAD

Treat your family with this sweet treat  made from scratch. Bake  with sweet yeast  dough, coated with butter, brown sugar and chopped nuts that's certain to satisfy.

Oozing with warm caramel and nuts, this Fruited Pull Apart Bread makes a great breakfast or serve as a special treat for your family and friends.  The sticky and finger licking bread  is best eaten warm. It is well worth the bit of extra effort.

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DATES & CORNFLAKES COOKIES

These Dates and Cornflakes Cookies are healthy and low in fat. They  are wonderfully  tasty, crunchy and crisp.  It  can  be made easily and enjoyed with a cup of tea.

Made with dates and conflakes but  if you are not a fan of dates, feel free to swap with sultana or apricot.