If any of you have attempted a last minute dash to the shops, as I did this afternoon, you might find that the shelves are empty! Not great news if you are on dessert duty this evening, which is why these two very quick recipes may well still be useful. I am very pleased to also introduce to you my friend, Michelle Wiggett, or rather, her guest photography, in this post. These photos were taken during a recent food styling workshop at my home, for a few local friends and bloggers. I’ll be writing more about the food styling morning itself soon. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy Michelle’s stunning photos and that you also enjoy the New Year celebrations ahead!
Lemon Curd and Blackberry Tartlets
All Photography copyright Michelle Wiggett Photography
Lemon Curd and Blackberry Tartlets
All you’ll need – some ready made tartlet cases, or use meringue nests, a few tablespoons of lemon curd, some double cream whipped with vanilla, some fresh blackberries and icing sugar. How to make them – spoon some lemon curd into the tart cases, pipe or spoon in some whipped double cream, sprinkle a few blackberries over the top, dust with icing sugar. Add a sprig of mint if you have it.
Drunken Panettone Cocktail Glass Trifles
All you’ll need – some leftover panettone (I used one called a Drunken Panettone, pre-soaked in alcohol) some pears poached in mulled syrup, some ready made custard and double cream whipped up with Ndalli vanilla. I like to use a selection of different cocktail glasses. Chop the panettone (or sponge or cake) into small cubes and chop the fruit. Add both to the glasses. Pour over some of the syrup or some alcohol of your choice, pour over some custard. Pop them into the fridge and when you’re ready to serve them, whip up some double cream and spoon over the top. Dust with icing sugar.
Drunken Panettone Cocktail Glass Trifles –
All Photography copyright Michelle Wiggett Photography
I’m sure you’ll all agree that Michelle’s photographs are stunning. Michelle asked to come along to try out her new lens, as she usually shoots babies and people, but I think she’s definitely uncovered a new skill here for food photography! Thank you to Michelle for all your tips and advice during the food styling morning.
I’m looking forward to lots more creative collaborations in 2013. I’m also looking forward to sharing lots more recipes and news as well as continuing to enjoy developing my blog and being part of the growing food blogging community here in the UK.
Thank you all so much for your support during 2012 – every post has been a pleasure to write and every comment a joy to read.