Baking4.9Rich Chocolate Layer Cake
Fudgy, tender chocolate cake with silky ganache frosting.
1h 15m Medium
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Vegan4.7Golden Vegetable Curry
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Desserts5Classic Malva Pudding
Sticky, caramelised South African pudding soaked in cream sauce.
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Breakfast4.8Bakery-Style Blueberry Muffins
Tall, tender muffins bursting with juicy blueberries and vanilla.
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Silky tomato-cream sauce with basil, garlic and blistered tomatoes.
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