Spring Recipes

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Lauraine Jacob’s Whole Orange and Date Muffins

With juicy locally grown oranges at their peak now, it’s the perfect time to share a recipe its creator Lauraine Jacobs says is one of the most wonderful muffin recipes she’s ever baked. The whole orange is used in this muffin, with the skin adding a surprisingly fragrant flavour. If you don’t like dates, substitute sultanas or raisins.

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SPICED CHOCOLATE HOT CROSS BUNS

Nothing beats the aroma of baking Hot Cross Buns wafting through your home! Kathy Paterson’s Spiced Chocolate Hot Cross Buns are perfect served with Taste of the Alps, The Farmer’s Wife, Lemon Curd and bound to become a new family favourite.

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FREE FORM PLUM TART

A seasonal fresh fruit tart is hard-to-beat! Kathy Paterson’s pastry is a star in its own right and any simply prepared summer fruit is the perfect partner.

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GINGER BISCUIT ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

A play on the ginger kiss, these crisp biscuits with a short-texture that melts in your mouth are filled with creamy ice cream. They are guaranteed to wow ice cream lovers of all ages!

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DARK CARAMEL PUDDING

Created especially for Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards by Kathy Paterson who describes this as a good old cousin to the Bread and Butter Pudding with a SURPRISE - a dark caramel layer. Kathy suggests serving it warm with Little Lato Bespoke Gelato, and notes it’s just as good cold the next day - if there’s any left!

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