The name means “Flame Pastry” also known as Flammekueche, it’s not really flambee but named that due to being cooked in a woodfired oven surrounded by flames.  It’s a popular Alsatian
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By Joel Mielle

How to make ricotta cheese at home, it’s simple! It’s basically creamy milk with a little salt and vinegar. Why would you buy it when it has so many additives.
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By Joel Mielle

A very simple meal to make using canned sardines. The ones in brine are preferable, they create a seafood stock flavour which once cooked, tastes amazing! I use a dry
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By Joel Mielle

Rich Lamb ragu has to be the ultimate comfort food.  When I think of Italian Nonnas, this is what I imagine. This version is made using  Fusilli al Ferretto pasta, but you
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By Joel Mielle

This version of chicken Picatta is made with juicy chicken thighs covered in a Parmesan crust.  It’s a higher level lemon chicken.  The word Piccata means “larded”, although an Italian
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By Joel Mielle

A rustic goat cheese quiche that makes a great meal anytime of day.  It’s made with few basic ingredients.  You can use ready made store puff pastry or make your
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By Joel Mielle

Far Breton, a French Custard Prune Cake that’s traditional  in the region of Brittany.  It’s similar to a flan or clafoutis and very popular in that part of France. It’s
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By Joel Mielle

Shrimp with pasta, flavoured with a lemon and pepper butter sauce.  An amazing combination of flavours.  You can use any pasta you like, usually linguini works well with seafood, but
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By Joel Mielle

Malfatti, a light and fluffy yet cheesy rich dumplings.  These little pillows from heaven are truly amazing.  Similar to gnocchi with an Italian rustic charm.  Simple to make and you
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By Joel Mielle

Only 3 ingredients for perfect Cacio e pepe.  Cacio e pepe pasta is for lovers of Mac n Cheese.  It’s a simple dish but it delivers amazing flavours.  Who would think
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By Joel Mielle

How to make croissants at home and make your house smell like a French bakery.  That’s not a joke, the smell alone is well worth the effort of this recipe. 
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By Joel Mielle

This Tortellini Alla Panna is made using fresh tortellini making it a fast and amazing recipe. It’s made with bacon, mushroom, cheese and a herb white wine cream sauce. If
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By Joel Mielle