Oct 5, 2012

How to make Self-filled Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes: easy recipe

How to make Self-filled Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes: easy recipe
No piping bags required for these creamy peanut butter filled chocolate cupcakes; these easy cupcakes get done in under an hour and make perfect desserts or party platter!

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How to make Moussaka: video recipe

How to make Moussaka: video recipe
Tasty meat sauce layered with eggplant, cheese, topped with a creamy sauce and perfect crust; this famous Greek dish never fails to impress at the dinner table :)

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How to make Baklava from scratch: video recipe

How to make Baklava from scratch: video recipe

Make Baklava from scratch with homemade filo pastry; for a full tutorial on how to make filo pastry from scratch, see http://youtu.be/EPqZdHtWqnA

This is a recipe for basic Baklava - you may switch the fillings, or double the recipe for a taller Baklava.

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How to make Prawn/Shrimp Zucchini Pasta: Easy Italian Recipe

How to make Prawn/Shrimp Zucchini Pasta: Easy Italian Recipe
This healthy Italian pasta recipe takes less than an hour to whip up, and makes a great dinner dish! (This recipe serves 2)

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How to make Italian Flat Bread (Piadina Romagnola): easy video recipe

How to make Italian Flat Bread (Piadina Romagnola): easy video recipe

This famous Italian flat bread is crisp on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and hails from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The Emiliana version is thinner, while this recipe shows the Romagnola version which is slightly thicker and more crispy in texture.
Goes well with ham, salads, cheese, Italian sausages, and can be cut into triangles for dinner appetizers or party fingerfood.

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How to make Self-filled Cookie Dough Brownie Cupcakes: video recipe

How to make Self-filled Cookie Dough Brownie Cupcakes: video recipe

The cookie dough in these cupcakes contains no eggs (so you can worry less about salmonella), and who doesn't love brownie cupcakes? :)

The cookie dough recipe in this video fills roughly 20 cupcakes (we made extra to freeze for another time), while the brownie batter makes roughly 9 cupcakes; feel free to double or half the recipes as you need!

How to make Carbonara: easy Italian video recipe

How to make Carbonara: easy Italian video recipe
The original Carbonara recipe from Rome calls for Pecorino cheese and Guanciale (pig's jowl); these italian ingredients are however not always easy to get, and are often substituted by parmesan cheese and bacon instead. The original recipe also contains no cream :)

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Sep 13, 2012

How to make Ragu alla Bolognese (Italian Bolognese pasta sauce)

How to make Ragu alla Bolognese (Italian Bolognese pasta sauce)

Traditional Bolognese pasta sauce (italian meatsauce) made by a Bolognese. Great with homemade pasta, lasagne and casserole dishes!











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How to make Tuna Mayo sauce (Salsa Tonnata)

How to make Tuna Mayo Sauce (Salsa Tonnata)

This easy, creamy, versatile Tuna Mayo sauce is great for dinner appetizers like Vitello Tonnato, Toasts with smoked salmon and caviar, and salads.











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produced by Tom Cusack. The music is fully licensed 
for personal and commercial re-broadcasting use 
under an Attribution Creative Commons licence 
provided it is accredited correctly. Full details of the 
music can be found at the website: 
www.freemusicforvideos.com. Tom Cusack invites 
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this music in other peoples' videos

How to make Espresso at home with a Stovetop Moka Coffee Pot: video recipe

How to make Espresso at home with a Moka Coffee Pot

This video shows you how you can make your very own Espresso at home from scratch, from roasting your own coffee beans to grinding and using them in a Moka Coffee pot.

Learn some tips & tricks on how to make a better Espresso coffee at home; in this video we demonstrate coffee making with a stovetop Neapolitan Moka.






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The music used in this video was arranged and produced by Tom Cusack. The music is fully licensed 
for personal and commercial re-broadcasting use under an Attribution Creative Commons licence 
provided it is accredited correctly. Full details of the music can be found at the website: 
www.freemusicforvideos.com. Tom Cusack invites any YouTube member of staff to contact him directly 
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How to make Italian Meatball Pasta: Video Recipe


How to make authentic Italian Meatball Pasta sauce recipe
A popular pasta sauce recipe with soft, succulent meatballs in a rich flavourful tomato sauce.

Learn how you can make this authentic italian meatball recipe for family gatherings and dinner.













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The music used in this video was arranged and produced by Tom Cusack. The music is fully licensed 
for personal and commercial re-broadcasting use under an Attribution Creative Commons licence 
provided it is accredited correctly. Full details of the music can be found at the website: 
www.freemusicforvideos.com. Tom Cusack invites any YouTube member of staff to contact him directly 
in the case of any queries arising from the use of this music in other peoples' videos

Sep 7, 2012

How to make an easy Filo Pastry (Phyllo Dough) from scratch at home video recipe: fast method less rolling

How to make an easy Filo Pastry (Phyllo Dough) from scratch at home video recipe: fast method less rolling

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Learn how to make an easy Filo Pastry (Phyllo) with this video demonstration tutorial.

I learnt this recipe from my Italian in-laws - a quick and easy home method for a flaky filo pastry - stretching the dough with your hands instead of rolling it like crazy! For anyone who wants to make your filo sheets from scratch - without nasty hidden chemicals and preservatives from store-bought ones.
This versatile filo dough can also be used for other non-pie dishes and pastries (eg. Salmon en croute, rolls, etc) Stay tuned to this channel to see how!

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Sep 4, 2012

How to make Tuna Pasta Sauce: Italian pasta sauce recipe

How to make Tuna Pasta Sauce: Italian pasta sauce recipe
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A quick guide to making a healthy, delicious tuna pasta sauce - great recipe for dinner with family. Tip: the longer the sauce cooks, the more tasty it gets!

Tuna Pasta Sauce (serves approx. 6 plates of pasta)
3 cans of whole peeled tomatoes (400g each)
3 cans of tuna (180g each)
2 strips of chilli
1/4 cup capers
150g olives
2 onions
100g dried tomatoes (optional)
Fish sauce (optional)
Tomato concentrate (optional)
Salt, pepper and olive oil



How to make Tempura Flakes 天ぷら with normal flour (eggless recipe)

How to make Tempura Flakes 天ぷら with normal flour (eggless recipe)
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Don't have tempura flour? Here's a quick and easy method to make tempura flakes using just normal flour and water. This batter does not contain eggs.

For a second version with eggs included, see this video.

These crunchy tempura flakes can be used in sushi rolls, eaten with rice or salads.
Pastella per tempura senza uova, cucina giapponese ricetta


How to make the original Eggplant Parmesan (Italian Eggplant Parmigiana/ Parmigiana di Melanzane) video recipe

How to make the original Eggplant Parmesan (Italian Eggplant Parmigiana/ Parmigiana di Melanzane)
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This video shows the authentic Italian recipe for the classic hot favourite of eggplant, aubergine, melanzane fans. Formed by layers of eggplant, tomato gravy, parmesan and other italian cheeses in a tasty caserole, this is an easy crowd-pleaser at dinner parties, even for those who don't usually like eggplant. Some refer to this as 'eggplant lasagna' - vegetarian friendly. Note that this recipe is the original Italian version of parmigiana which does not contain eggs nor breadcrumbs.

Easy One Pot Fried Rice 炒饭 (without pre-cooked rice/ no rice cooker needed)

Easy One Pot Fried Rice 炒饭 (without pre-cooked rice/ no rice cooker needed)
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See how this traditional Asian recipe can be done with a short cut.

Save the trouble of pre-cooking/boiling rice before frying; you won't even need a rice cooker for this recipe! Try it with different variations of ingredients - chicken, shrimp, prawns, pork, beef, or just vegetables. This recipe serves 4 and gets done in 30 minutes.
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Ricetta riso alla cantonese cinese veloce, facile, senza precottura di riso




How to make Chocolate Yogurt Cake - Quick, Easy and Healthy Video Recipe

How to make Chocolate Yogurt Cake - Quick, Easy and Healthy Recipe
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This recipe was inspired by a rich, moist, chocolate cake I tasted in Greece; no butter is used here. The yogurt gives a soft, velvet texture to the cake while giving the recipe a healthier spin!
If calories aren't of concern then go ahead and top it off with a coat of chocolate ganache!

Video Ricetta: Torta allo yogurt e cioccolato

1 cup plain flour
3/4 cup dutch cocoa
2 tsp baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup plain yogurt
3 eggs

How to make Spinach Lasagne: easy video recipe

How to make Spinach Lasagne: easy video recipe
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Creamy, cheese-filled layers of lasagne with spinach - a healthy and vegetarian friendly recipe.

Spinach Lasagne
750g cooked spinach
500g ricotta cheese
1 litre bechamel sauce
250g grated parmesan
Pasta for lasagne
Salt and pepper

Recipe serves 4-6


How to make Chocolate Truffles without getting your hands all sticky

How to make Chocolate Truffles
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Try this recipe and method to make chocolate truffles without gooey chocolate all over your hands - you can coat them with crushed nuts, coconut flakes, crushed cookies, etc. For added flavour add a tablespoon of your favourite liquor or orange.lemon zest!
Perfect for chocolate gift baskets.
Tartufi al cioccolato ricetta

How to make Pasta Tortellini Bolognesi: video recipe

How to make Pasta Tortellini Bolognesi: video recipe
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A quick and simple guide to making this famous italian pasta.
For a guide on making fresh pasta, watch 'How to make Fresh Pasta':

How to make Smoked Salmon Sashimi Rolls with Mayonnaise & Roe video recipe

How to make Smoked Salmon Sashimi Rolls with Mayonnaise & Roe
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A quick and easy appetizer/fingerfood that gets done in minutes! Great for small dinners, gatherings and parties. Watch this channel for more healthy recipes.
Ricetta sashimi cucina giapponese veloce

How to make Pesto Genovese: original Italian recipe for Pasta Sauce video recipe

How to make Pesto Genovese: original Italian recipe for Pasta Sauce

Another classic Italian favourite that's vegetarian friendly: Pesto Genovese - a simple, delicious creamy paste ground from basil leaves, parmesan cheese, pine nuts and garlic, originating from Liguria, Italy. A great recipe for healthy living!
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Grinding the pesto with a pestle and mortar is not merely traditional but also crucial - this brings out the real pulp and intense flavours of the basil leaves while retaining texture, something that an electric blender cannot achieve. Just ask any Italian granny! :)

As a pasta sauce this recipe serves up to 4 plates of pasta.

Did you know: The smell of basil acts as an anti-depressant, while eating fresh basil helps build your immunity system and defends your body against common cold and flu?

Beef / Lamb Stew with Yogurt Marinade : Easy Dinner Cooking Healthy Recipe

Beef / Lamb Stew with Yogurt Marinade : Easy Dinner Cooking Healthy Recipe

Stew with a twist - a yogurt marinade, garam masala, plus a tip for an extra creamy texture. This recipe combines the best of a basic stew and Tikka Masala (Tikka requires many more spices though). You may add more spices if you like it spicy - perfect for dinner on cold days!
Recipe serves 2 to 3.

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How to make Oreo Cookies & Cream gelato ice-cream without an ice cream maker (Low fat version)

How to make Oreo Cookies & Cream gelato ice-cream without an ice cream maker (Low fat version)
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This low fat spin of the oreo classic doesn't use cream, a slightly lighter version of the original recipe. You can make this without a machine or ice-cream maker from scratch.

Molten Chocolate Lava Cupcake Quick & Easy video recipe

Molten Chocolate Lava Cupcake Quick & Easy video recipe


A second recipe that gets everything done in one bowl, under 30 minutes.
Soft, moist chocolate cupcakes with a molten chocolate center that your family and friends will love!
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How to make Chocolate Ice Cream Gelato without ice-cream maker machine & without cream (Low Fat)

How to make Chocolate Ice Cream Gelato without ice-cream maker machine & without cream (Low Fat)

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You don't need an ice cream maker/machine to make real creamy smooth gelato from milk. This low fat recipe contains no cream, custard or artificial thickeners - only milk, eggs and sugar (and chocolate!) To make it even healthier you can half the sugar and chocolate amount :)
Make your own ice cream at home - use it for an ice cream sandwich! Gelato al cioccolato cremoso senza gelatiera, fatto in casa.

How to make Self filled Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes: video recipe


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These fuss-free cupcakes don't require filling or piping bags - they're self-filled with soft creamy cheese! Recipe bakes in two ways: one with a molten chocolate-cheese filling, the other with a creamy cheese center. If you're a fan of self saucing pudding or cupcakes you'll like this one!

For tips on how to bake a molten chocolate lava cupcake, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1wSdemoLRc

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How to make White Chocolate Nutella gelato ice cream without ice cream maker at home: video recipe


How to make White Chocolate Nutella gelato ice cream without ice cream maker at home: recipe
You can make this gelato at home without an ice cream maker, without cream. Creamy white chocolate laced with streams of nutella - delicious!

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How to make an easy Filo Pastry (Phyllo Dough) from scratch at home: fast method less rolling

How to make an easy Filo Pastry (Phyllo Dough) from scratch at home: fast method less rolling
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Learn how to make an easy Filo Pastry (Phyllo) with this video demonstration tutorial.

I learnt this recipe from my Italian in-laws - a quick and easy home method for a flaky filo pastry - stretching the dough with your hands instead of rolling it like crazy! For anyone who wants to make your filo sheets from scratch - without nasty hidden chemicals and preservatives from store-bought ones.
This versatile filo dough can also be used for other non-pie dishes and pastries (eg. Salmon en croute, rolls, etc) Stay tuned to this channel to see how!

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