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Potato Gratin

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24
Oct

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Potato Gratin

by ToTT

How will you serve your potatoes this Christmas? If rich and creamy is your thing, try this indulgent gratin – you’ll be left wanting more! #QuickBites

Cuisine : European Course : Appetzer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 20 mins Cook : 60 mins Ready in : 80 mins Serves : 6-8 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1kg Potatoes, peeled and sliced into 3mm slices
  • 3 tbsp All Purpose Flor
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 1/2 cups Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tbsb Fresh Thyme
  • Few Leaves of Sage
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • Pinch of Grated Nutmeg
  • 1 1/4 cups of Gruyere Cheese, grated

DIRECTIONS 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200C, grease a baking dish with some butter and set aside.
  2. Place half of your potato slices evenly in your buttered baking dish and set aside.
  3. Melt butter over medium heat in a saucepan, then add the flour and stir together for about until combined.
  4. Add the milk, cream, thyme, sage and garlic, bring to a simmer and cook until thickened. Season with some salt, pepper and nutmeg. Using a sieve, remove the garlic and herbs once the sauce is done.
  5. Pour half of the cream sauce over the potatoes, repeat with the last layer of potatoes and cream, cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  6. Remove foil, scatter the cheese all over the top and finish baking the potatoes for 15 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
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Delicious Pretzel Dips

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23
Oct

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Delicious Pretzel Dips

by Julie Yee

Dip your favourite pretzel into either a savoury Sour Cream and Onion dip or a sweet Caramel dip for the ultimate treat!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 20 mins Cook : 5 mins Ready in : 25 mins Serves : 2-4 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • Sour Cream and Onion Dip
    • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
    • 1 Yellow Onion
    • 100g Sour cream
    • 100g Mayonnaise
    • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
    • 2 tbsp Spring Onion
    • ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
    • A pinch of Salt
  • Caramel Dip
    • 230g Fine Sugar
    • 1 tbsp Corn Syrup
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • ¼ cup Water
    • 180g Whipping Cream

DIRECTIONS FOR SOUR CREAM AND ONION DIP

  1. Saute the chopped onions with the Olive Oil till caramelized.
  2. Set aside till really cool.
  3. Mix all the other ingredients and stir in the onion.

DIRECTIONS FOR CARAMEL DIP

  1. Boil sugar, corn syrup, water and salt till caramelized.
  2. Off the fire, add in whipping cream and stir till smooth.
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German Laugen Soft Pretzel

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23
Oct

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German Laugen Soft Pretzel

by Julie Yee

Make your own authentic German Soft Pretzels at home with Chef Julie’s recipe. Crispy on the outside and soft in the middle, dip them in your favourite dip for the perfect snack!

Cuisine : Baking Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 95 mins Cook : 30 mins Ready in : 125 mins Serves : 2 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • 600g Plain Glour
  • 5gm Malt Powder
  • 5tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 80g Full Cream UHT Milk
  • 300g Warm Water
  • 7gm Yeast (1 Packet)
  • 60g Room Temp Butter
  • 5L Butter

DIRECTIONS 

  1. Mix the dry ingredients together.
  2. Add in all the other ingredients except the butter.
  3. Knead for 10 minutes before putting in the butter cubes.
  4.  Knead till the dough does not stick to the bowl.
  5. Let it ferment for 45 minutes & punch down.  Cover & rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Scale into desired shapes for pretzels and loaf.  Proof for 15 minutes for pretzels.
  7. Boil 2.5l water with baking soda in a huge pot till boil (be careful will bubbly a lot)
  8. Boil pretzels for 30 seconds each. Remove and place on oiled parchment paper.
  9. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt or brush with honey.
  10. Bake at 230C for the pretzels for 15mins and 200C for the loaf.
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Moules Mariniere (Mussels)

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28
Sep

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Moules Mariniere (Mussels)

by Michele Ow

With fresh succulent mussels and a delightful garlic and white wine base, it complements the flavours nicely leave you wanting more!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 5 mins Cook : 10 mins Ready in : 15 mins Serves : 2-4 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • ½ kg Mussels
  • 4 cloves Garlic, roughly chopped
  • Handful of Chopped Parsley
  • 50ml White Wine
  • Butter, Olive Oil
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Chili Flakes – optional

DIRECTIONS 

  1. Heat butter and olive oil and fry garlic and chili flakes for a few minutes.
  2. Add white wine, letting it bubble for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add mussels and toss.
  4. Stir in parsley, season to taste.
  5. Serve with fresh parsley as garnish.
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Stuffed Bell Peppers

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28
Sep

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Stuffed Bell Peppers

by ToTT

Perfect comfort food! Bell peppers stuffed with minced chicken, vegetables, rice and cheese. A delicious, relatively easy weeknight dinner. Switch up the protein and use your favourite veggies to customise it!

Cuisine : European Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 15 mins Cook : 60 mins Ready in : 75 mins Serves : 6 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • 6 Whole Bell Peppers
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 8 ounces, weight Lean Ground Chicken/ Beef
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • 1 whole Medium Onion, Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1 whole Large Zucchini, Diced
  • 4 whole Roma Tomatoes, Diced
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice
  • 2 cups Pepper Jack Cheese

DIRECTIONS 

  1. Cut the tops off the pepper. Remove and discard the stems, then finely shop the tops; set aside. Scoop out the seeds and as much of the membrane as you can. Place in a plastic bag.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the garlic. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook until the meat is cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Add the onions, chopped peppers and zucchini. Add the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until everything is heated through, then add in the rice. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese. Allow the mixture to cool and store it in a fridge container. Store the extra cheese in a small container. ( All ingredients can stay in the fridge for up to 3 days)
  4. When you’re ready to make dinner, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  5. Place the peppers cut-side up in a baking dish just large enough to hold them upright. Fill the peppers with the rice mixture and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Serve piping hot!
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Char Siew Pork

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21
Sep

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Char Siew Pork

by Michele Ow

Marinated with simple flavours, this Char Siew Pork is easy-to-make and deliciously sticky and sweet! It tastes perfect on its own or paired with noodle or rice.

Cuisine : Asian Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 510 mins Cook : 30 mins Ready in : 540 mins Serves : 2 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

  • ½ kg Pork Belly (without skin), marinated overnight
  • 3 tbsp Sugar
  • ½ tbsp. Light Soya
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • A little Dark Soya

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Pour whole bowl of marinate with pork in fry pan until marinate thickens, then transfer to baking tray to grill until caramelised (15-30 minutes).
  2. Allow to rest for 20 minutes before cutting and serving.
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Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread

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10
Aug

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Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread

by ToTT

Here’s how to make gooey, cheesy, garlicky pull-apart bread, one step at a time! Addictively buttery and cheesy with each piece and bursting with fresh herb and garlic flavours!

Cuisine : Baking Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 10 mins Cook : 20 mins Ready in : 30 mins Serves : 6

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 large loaf of French/Italian/Sourdough Bread)
  • ½ cup Butter, melted
  • 120g Cream Cheese, softened
  • 4 tsp Garlic, minced
  • 225g Cheddar Cheese
  • 225 Swiss Cheese
  • 10 slices Bacon (cooked and diced)

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Stir garlic salt melted butter.
  2. Combine all cheeses and bacon till well combined.
  3. Using a bread knife/serrated knife, make diagonal cuts through the bread (be careful not to cut all the way through!)
  4. Spread garlic mixture through-out the loaf.
  5. Stuff dollops of cream cheese mixture into all of the cracks in the loaf.
  6. Wrap loaf in aluminium foil and bake at 180°C for 20 minutes.
  7. Serve hot!
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Thai Style Chicken Drumlets

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04
Aug

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Thai Style Chicken Drumlets

by ToTT

Enjoy the flavours of Thailand with this sweet and spicy Thai Style Chicken Drumlet recipe for the ultimate appetizer! 

Cuisine : Asian Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 15 mins Cook : 35 mins Ready in : 50 mins Serves : 2-4

INGREDIENTS:

  • 5 pds / 1.13 kg chicken wings
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup lite canned coconut milk
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced
  • 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tsp-sized knob of ginger, grated
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 4 green onions, sliced

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Season chicken wings with salt & pepper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine chili sauce, vinegar, coconut milk, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, peanut butter, soy sauce and lemon juice. Mix well with a fork.
  3. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken wings, ~4-5 minutes on each side till brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add in sauce mixture and bring to simmer, whisking constantly.
  5. Add chicken wings back into skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
  6. Bake in pre-heated oven at 190<C for 25 – 30 minutes, until fully cooked.
  7. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped peanuts and green onions.
  8. Enjoy!
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Cheesy Potato Pancake

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04
Aug

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Cheesy Potato Pancake

by ToTT

This is some serious comfort food we’re talking about – cheesy mashed potatoes with ham, all made in one skillet! Perfect to finish up your leftover mashed potatoes! #QuickBites

Cuisine : American Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 15 mins Cook : 20 mins Ready in : 35 mins Serves : 4

INGREDIENTS:

  • 500g Mashed Potatoes
  • 1 Cup Plain Flour
  • 1 Egg
  • 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Cooked Ham
  • 1/2 Cup Cheddar & Mozzarella Cheese
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Add egg, salt & pepper to mashed potatoes and mix well.
  2. Add in flour and continue mixing dough is smooth and even.
  3. Grease your pan with olive oil.
  4. Spread half of your dough onto the pan evenly.
  5. Add the cheese & ham.
  6. Spread the remaining dough over your ingredients evenly.
  7. Cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes on each side.
  8. Cut and serve while warm!
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Air Fried Seaweed Chips

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03
Aug

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Air Fried Seaweed Chips

by ToTT

Learn to make these deliciously healthy Air Fried Seaweed Chips and snack on it throughout this Chinese New Year without having to worry about the calories!

Cuisine : Asian Course : Appetizer Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 10 mins Cook : 5 mins Ready in : 15 mins Serves : 1 tub

INGREDIENTS:

  • 12 pieces Spring Roll Pastry
  • 12 pieces Seasoned Seaweed
  • 1 Egg White
  • 2 tbsp Oil for Brushing

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat the air fryer at 180 degree Celcius.
  2. Brush the seasoned seaweed with egg white and stick the seaweed to the spring roll pastry.
  3. Brush the back and front of the seaweed popiah with oil.
  4. Cut each pieces into smaller cubes.
  5. Layer into the basket (do not overlay and overcrowd) – divide into batches for frying.
  6. Air fry for 3 minutes and repeat until all are fried.
  7. Cool and store in air tight container.
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