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Made some bao buns today or as my son likes to call them talking buns. I guess they remind him of a mouth. The recipe called for bread flour and unfortunately I couldn't find any. I subbed in all-purpose and overall they were ok. Best when they came out of the steamer. These little buns were stuffed with strips of pork belly that were marinated in hoisin, garlic, and gochujang. The green stuff were cucumbers green onions and cilantro.

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This is my second attempt making profitroles with the craquelin on top. First time was a fail however quite tasty on its own.

The pastry cream inside is salted caramel flavour. I think next time i will up the salt a little but more and the caramel flavour.
These are going to be shared with some friends tonight.
What are you baking these days?

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Last night we tried something new. We gathered with some good friends and had a #virtualdinnerparty. Each family was in charge of 1 course and given the task of using a recipe from @ottolenghi and making enough for each family. We then went to one central home exchanged all the food went back to respective homes and meet on Zoom. We all had fun and had a great dinner and conversation. Here was my contribution. #salmon with #roastedpepperhazelnutsalsa and #kosheri a rice dish with lentils, caramelized onions, vermicelli spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg.

We were so busy eating anf chating that i forgot to take pictures.

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I know we haven't had lunch yet but here is a little dinner inspiration.
Spaghetti and meatballs are very popular here.
Meatballs are another dish that are great for the kids to help out in. Mixing the meat and forming the meatballs keep little hands busy and gives the younger kids a sense of accomplishment with a task that they can do.

Here are a couple of tips that make our meatballs tender and flavourful.
1. Puree the onions, garlic, egg and bread together.
2. Using a mixture of meats will help with the fat content to make. Any of the meats can be modified but make effect the texture and flavour.

What are your tips for making meatballs?

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When you have a collection of silicone moulds in various themes, some gelatin and some frozen berries you make gummies. I will remove the raspberry seed next time.

Here is the recipe
2.5 cups of fruit fresh or frozen
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 tbsp honey or agave
1/2 cup gelatin
Cook fruit with lemon juice and honey until the fruit is soft.
Puree the fruit and then add gelatin. Mix well to dissolve and avoid clumps
Pour into moulds or into a shallow container.
Put in fridge for a few hours. Until firm.

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Calling all dumpling enthusiasts
We are launching our online #cookingclasses on May 15th.
Join us from the comfort and safety of your kitchen. We will to make 3 different dumplings
Link in bio for more details.
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Covid baking continues. Who wants a chewy ginger molasses cookie.

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Cream filled profiteroles for Gung Gung (grandpa in Chinese) Thanks again @eatlivtravwrite for the great choux pastry recipe. Almost 20 years after culinary and i think i have got the hang of this pastry technique.

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Fish and chips for dinner tonight. Thanks @seafoodcrate for the delivery today. Love the cod.
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Our first online cooking class today for the Armstrong family.
Thanks @campainters for organizing your family on both sides of the border.

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Sometimes you just want to bake by yourself.

These #chouquettes are addictive. Kids love them. Thanks @eatlivtravwrite for this great recipe.

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Since she could eat solids Olivia has loved soup. So no surprise that she wanted to make soup today.
We decided for this turn in chillier weather we deserved a caramelly hearthy buttery root vegetable bisque.
This is a great way to use up bits and ends of vegetables in the fridge.
Olivia did a great job chopping the carrots and celery and she learned how to strip thyme leaves from the stem and minced them.
For this soup we browned the vegetables in butter and olive oil. As the carrots and sweet potato began the brown a sweet caramel aroma was released.
We didnt have any stock so we used water. Soup was then pureed in the blender for a smooth veloute consistency.
She loved it!!
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Instagram post 2287316989561405497_39750955 $Banana Bread who hasn't made at least 3 batches of something with bananas with them in it. A great way to clear up space in your freezer. I actually prefer making by banana bread or muffin recipe with frozen bananas. You get a much sweeter banana and a smoother banana puree. This baking session turned into an impromtu fractions lesson for my son. They were starting this subject in school before the schools shut down. Muffin tins are a great way to demonstrate 1/3 1/2 1/4 2/12. And of course the measuring cups and spoons have fractions written on them. #mathinthekitchen #kidsbaking #cookingfromscratch #cookingtogether #aphroditecooks #bakingfromscratch #bananas #bananabread #frozenbananas$

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We made doughnuts today!
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My son wanted to make cookies with the "granola" in it, meaning oatmeal raisin cookies.

I like these cookies but not this recipe. I will be looking for another one that is softer in texture and chewier.
The kids try to cook together but as always there is bickering. My daughter is very gracious in letting her little brother have his turn.

If you have that recipe please dm me.

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