HappyPearEats

Sorry for MIA for a long while. Where have I been? I have been busy with the new born and now Pear H is not a new born anymore. Ever since she was born, I have no interest to cook... when I have time, I do prefer to lie down and rest... haha

Anyway, not long ago, it was Pear H's first birthday. I don't know what we were thinking, we decided to cook all the food ourselves! Very brave! I KNOW! And I don't think it will ever happen again. These gummies were one of the goodies in the favour box. This is super easy to make, though this is not the recipes I would want to do at first, but lacking of time, I have to find something that is easy to make otherwise, there will be no favours for the guests.

This gummy is only made of three simple ingredients: water, unflavoured gelatin and flavoured gelatin. The best thing is it only takes less than 15 mins to set.

This recipe is also kids friendly! Next time, when you run out of activity idea, this could be your life saver! :)

I did not have the gummy bear mold. However, I am so happy that I can use my newly bought multipurpose molds for making this! Do you think they are just so cute? hehe :)

This is one of the best fried chickens that I really don't mind to cook at home. Simple yet tasty! Mr. Pear and I like to order this when we eat out in the Japanese restaurant.

Chicken karaage is best serve with beer. I am not saying that I am an alcoholic or trying to promote alcohol, but deep fried chicken of course is nicer to eat with beer and friends, especially at a game night or party of some sort.

Forget about the alcohol. This is sure a big hit on the dinner table for most of the kids! Com'on, who doesn't like deep fried food! If deep fried Mars bar can be a hit, why can't chicken karaage? It is sure healthier than the Mars bar. At least, I think so. :P

I can confirm you that the taste is excellent. However, you may ask if it is hard to make. The answer is NO! Unless you truly hate deep frying at home, otherwise, there is no reason for you not to give it a go. Enjoy!

I have heard madeleine for a long long time. It is a shame to tell you now... Actually, I have never had one before! Yes, please don't laugh at me... This little elegant looking cake is the best to have in any high tea gathering with friends.

I bought a madeleine tin for over a year, but I have yet to bake any until I saw this recipe from Better Homes and Gardens magazine. This is not difficult to make (only 4 steps!) and the smell of the orange is so attractive and addictive!

My first attempt was quite successful and I was surprised I got order straight away after I posted the pictures on my facebook page!

The pictures that shows in this post are the quantity for 4 batches of madeleines, but the measurement in the ingredient section is for 1 batch which is 12 madeleines. Therefore, please do not compare the amount in the pictures to the one that you make if you are using the quantity in the ingredient section.

I am pretty sure you won't disagree if I say sausage rolls are one of the most popular finger food in Australia. From what i observe, sausage rolls are always quick to run out if not the first.

What makes sausage rolls so popular? Umm... honestly, I have no idea... ha! I am not a big fan, but if I do like sausage rolls, I think I like the flakiness of the pastry, easy to eat and I can dip into a pool of tomato sauce (any kind actually... doesn't really matter to me).

This is a healthier version from Louise Fulton Keats featured in taste.com.au magazine. I promise you will enjoy this classic dish in a healthier way :D But I think I just make it not as healthy as it supposed to be... You will know when you read the ingredients I used.

Happy New Year everyone!!! How was your new year eve like? Mine was a quiet and relaxing one with Mr. Pear. He prepared a beautiful dinner and we shared a glass of champagne. It was wonderful :D

I am sorry for the lack of post for such a long time. I was meant to post this before Christmas. However, my computer was playing up, so I needed to get Mr. Pear to fix it... and now it is up and running again! Yay!

Not long ago Two months ago, my dear friend Jade referred her friend to me as her friend wanted to have some macarons for her wedding. To be honest, I was really happy on one hand, coz someone trusted me and recommended me to their friends. How cool is that~

But on the other hand, I was a bit freaking out, as I haven't baked macs since 2010 after Jade's wedding. A good three year without making any, and now I have to bake for someone's wedding again?! How can I not freak out?!

So, the macaron madness begins...

I know I may shock you a bit if I tell you I am actually not a macaron fan but what makes me so fascinated about macaron is the unlimited combinations you can have with the shell flavours and the fillings.

If you follow my facebook page, you sure know how often I bake macs for the past few a couple of weeks. It has been an ups-and-downs journey. And it was so good to see the macs getting beta each time.

Of cause, every now and then accident happened, especially when trying new stuff.... haha...Yes, please do not expect to get it right at the first time. This recipe is a guide line for you to practise and the key steps are mostly followed from Adriano Zumbo's book, Zumbo with a little modification according to my personal experience and preference. However, please be aware that the outcome may vary due to different circumstances which will also be shown as we go through the process. It is gonna be a long post, but it records all I have come across these few weeks, so you know what to expect and what may happen :)

Once you have got the idea of how to make it and it is just a matter of time before you nailed it :) So, "Never Give Up" is the first and the main ingredient that you must have.

So, are you ready?