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Lauraine Jacobs

Christmas Scallops with 2 toppings

Christmas Scallops with 2 toppings

Recipe by: Lauraine Jacobs

Scallops are always a treat for me. And the added bonus of this recipe is that the scallops can be prepared ahead, refrigerated and cooked on the barbecue or in a hot oven. If you’re serving Champagne to celebrate the festive season, these will be perfect.

 
Christmas Seafood Hors D'Oeuvres

Christmas Seafood Hors D'Oeuvres

Recipe by: Lauraine Jacobs

A selection of wonderful bites to start a Christmas Feast

Crayfish is always a luxury, so a little can go a long way in this refreshing appetizer.

Marinate the scallops with lime juice and wasabi and place on skewers to grill.

Baby paua are delicacies enjoyed in our export markets but recently have been available in selected fish distributors or can be ordered and delivered fresh or frozen. This is a perfect way to spoil the family at Christmas and a little goes a long way, as they say.

For as long as I can remember we have had fish marinated in lemon...

 
Chunky Pork and Chicken Terrine

Chunky Pork and Chicken Terrine

Recipe by: Lauraine Jacobs | Publication: The Confident Cook

A terrine is a marvellous staple for preparing when you are expecting guests. This recipe makes an attractive, moist terrine, perfect for a lunchtime dish served with a crisp salad and moist sourdough bread, or to have on hand if tons of people turn up for a drink. Slice into neat slices for serving.

 

 
Classic Bolognese Ragu with Tagliatelle

Classic Bolognese Ragu with Tagliatelle

Recipe by: Lauraine Jacobs | Publication: The Confident Cook

If you go to Italy and order this classic, rich, meaty Bolognese sauce, you will find it is intended to complement pasta: in true style the pasta rather than the sauce is the primary component. The ragu contains tomato, an essential part of the complex flavours that develop. Serve the sauce on the tagliatelle and always accompany the dish with red wine. 

 

 
Classic Hot Chocolate Soufflé with Rich Chocolate Cream Sauce

Classic Hot Chocolate Soufflé with Rich Chocolate Cream Sauce

Recipe by: Lauraine Jacobs | Publication: The Confident Cook

Another little individually served treat that will endear you to your guests. There’s something special about being served your own bowl, and not having to share or serve dollops at the table. Chocolate desserts are always popular, what’s more, these are very light yet rich, and very moreish even for non-chocoholics.

Make the simple chocolate cream sauce to serve on the side for a real chocolate fix. The hot chocolate sauce is also wonderful poured over ice...

 
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