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I'm obsessed with Ginger Cake...

Posted by gem, 22nd June 2010
Now that I have started, I can't get enough of ginger love.

This recipe is more like a loaf, like gingerbread. It is yummy with a few lashings of butter for breakfast (naughty), or a wee afternoon snack. It would even be nice with a cup of chopped up pecans or walnuts baked in mmmmmm. It is from 'Second Helping' the sequel to 'Ladies, a Plate' from Alexa Johnston. They are beautiful cookbooks full of... Read more
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Upside down Pear and Ginger Cake

Posted by gem, 12th June 2010
I think I have finally nailed the upside down cake.

Now, I know there a lot of people out there who are a little pessimistic about ginger related things, but Pears and Ginger should get married. They are perfect together. I fed some of these 'ginger-haters' with this cake last night, and they L O V E loved it. Don't be a ginger-hater, it is spice-ism.

This cake uses Crystallized Ginger which is ginger simmered in... Read more
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Make, bake and eat this delicious cake

Posted by mo, 24th May 2010
This White Chocolate Caramel Oat Cake is a truly delectable delight. I recently tried it while holidaying in Timaru....highlight indeed. Anywho! Make it, try it and share it with your fav friends;

 

1 1/2 cups wholemeal flour 3/4 cup white flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 3/4 cup desiccated coconut1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1 1/2 cups brown sugar

250g butter melted ... Read more
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