Can you stay for dinner?’s cinna minis (mini cinnamon rolls)

Standard · Posted by thebigfatnoodle on February 25, 2012 · 16 Comments 

Finding (food) love online – Can you stay for dinner? Guuuuuurrrrrgggghhhhhh….! If you don’t know what that sound is meant to be, it’s actually Homer Simpson drooling whenever he thinks about food. I have had exactly the same ‘guuurrggghh’ moment this weekend – I have found a new blog that I have fallen in love … Continue reading →

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Brandy-infused cranberries and a crumble-topped cranberry, walnut and banana cake

Standard · Posted by thebigfatnoodle on January 17, 2012 · 26 Comments 

On Saturday, I asked my husband if he would like me to make anything for his family as they were coming over for Sunday lunch the next day. Him: “Cake.” he said. Me: “That’s it? Just cake. Any particular cake?” Him: “No, just cake.” And then he wandered off back to his office. Only problem … Continue reading →

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Boozy chocolate mousse with a crusty sugar topping

Posted by thebigfatnoodle on November 22, 2011 · 12 Comments 

Mmmmmm, chocolate….. It’s been a while since I made this chocolate mousse for my husband. If you follow my blog, you’ll know that I’m not really that crazy about chocolate but I do love these chocolate mousse pots. The only thing is that mousse is a bit boring to eat; by that, I mean that … Continue reading →

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fresh fruit doesn’t have to be boring #3: poached pears in jasmine tea

Posted by thebigfatnoodle on September 7, 2011 · 3 Comments 

I’ve wanted to try poaching pears in tea for quite some time now as I’m a big fan of tea. I love the stuff, and where tea’s concerned, the stronger the cup, the better. There’s nothing like a proper mug of builder’s tea to get you going in the morning. I originally wanted to try … Continue reading →

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