Eggless pistachio Apricot thumbprint cookies

Posted on October 28, 2011 by meggamoma

The visual impression of the cookies is just beautiful.The soft green from the pistachios imbedded in the cookies peeps out from the sugar rolled cookies,then filled with the pale orange of the apricot jam. I used a little almond extract and ginger to flavor these cookies plus light brown sugar for a slightly chewier cookie [...]

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Almond Orange flower water cookies

Posted on September 7, 2011 by meggamoma

Almonds are my most beloved nut ever,I would add it to everything if my family allowed. I love it in salads and pasta and of course couscous,to name a few,but,as often as possible in my desserts. Perhaps it is the Maltese upbringing where all the best cookies and cakes contain almonds or thanks to my aunt [...]

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Eggless Pasta Frolla with almond filling

Posted on August 8, 2011 by meggamoma

Having just returned from Malta has left me salivating for many of the local foods and confections of the beautiful island. While visiting I often dine al fresco in Cafe Cordina,one of the premier cafe in the capital,Valletta. They serve some of the finest pastries I have tasted. Malta is famous for pastry and cookies containing ground [...]

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Eggless raspberry squares

Posted on August 3, 2011 by meggamoma

Raspberry squares are an amazingly delicious cookie for so many reasons.The buttery crust doubles up as the crumble topping with a raspberry preserve sandwiched in the middle. The crust has oats and nuts,giving it a fantastic crunch. The white and dark sugar combine to lend a complex flavor. i often have to double the recipe [...]

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Eggless Saffron cake with pistachio crust

Posted on June 15, 2011 by meggamoma

This cake is simply the most sensational butter cake I have created. Everytime anyone gets a taste its an instant hit. The richness of the Pistachios coupled with the delicate saffron just melts in your mouth. I added a few gratings of freshly grated nutmeg to up the flavor ante, as a result…just trying being around [...]

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Fresh Mango ice cream

Posted on June 1, 2011 by meggamoma

This year I went Mango crazy,the aroma wafting from them everywhere fresh fruit is sold is intoxicating,so I bought and bought some more…sweet heaven!!! we have had fresh eggless mango mousse,yummy! followed by fresh eggless mango cheesecake and now, inspired by Show me the curry, Mango ice cream. As always, I felt the need to use the [...]

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Eggless fresh mango cheesecake

Posted on May 25, 2011 by meggamoma

I was inspired for this desert by Dazzling Kitchen ,but felt it needed some tweaking to suit our family taste. I loved the idea of using Agar Agar as a binder and thickened yogurt instead of sour cream, it offered a very good contrast to the sweetness of the fresh,sweet mango puree. The original glaze was made of [...]

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Eggless classic creme caramel

Posted on May 11, 2011 by meggamoma

Recently a member of my prayer group was yearning for creme caramel.He too is a lacto vegetarian,meaning no animal products including eggs and gelatin . I created this for him and decided to put up the recipe so he can make it any time he is in the mood . 3 cup flan dish Photograph [...]

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Shakkar Parray

Posted on May 8, 2011 by meggamoma

These little square-shaped pieces of dough are fried then coated in sugar .As a child,my mom used to make loads for all my siblings and cousins,unfortunately that secret recipe was lost . Then ,with sheer luck,I stumbled upon this recipe from Raina Zohab,and I simply cannot thank her enough. They are perfect. Crisp on the outside [...]

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Fresh mango eggless Mousse

Posted on May 5, 2011 by meggamoma

The spring is here, the sun is shining and the best produce abounds. This is the right time to take advantage of all the seasonal fruits,especially mango,sweet, juicy , ripe and delicious. This recipe takes advantage of using the ripest mangoes, so please do not use hard,not fully ripened mangoes as the mousse will reflect [...]

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