| Lemon Glaze Bundt Cake |
A simple yet delicious lemon tea cake with a crunchy glaze, made ... |
baking, bundt cake, dessert, lemon, Mary Berry |
{"title":"Lemon Glaze Bundt Cake","description":"A simple yet delicious lemon tea cake with a crunchy glaze, made famous by Mary Berry. Perfect for any occasion.","full_ingredient_list":["1 1\/8 cup sugar","rind of 2 small or 1 large lemon","1 cup unsalted butter","4 extra large eggs","4 Tbsp milk","2 tsp baking powder","2 1\/4 cups self rising flour","juice of 2 lemons","1 cup granulated sugar"],"components":[{"name":"Cake","ingredients":[{"name":"sugar","quantity":"1 1\/8 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"rind of 2 small or 1 large lemon","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"peeled with a vegetable peeler, yellow part only","substitutions":[]},{"name":"unsalted butter","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"at room temperature","substitutions":[]},{"name":"extra large eggs","quantity":"4","preparation_notes":"at room temperature","substitutions":[]},{"name":"milk","quantity":"4 Tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"baking powder","quantity":"2 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"self rising flour","quantity":"2 1\/4 cups","preparation_notes":"See instructions for making your own","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["standard bundt pan","food processor","stand mixer","hand mixer","cooling rack"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Preheat your oven to 350F.","tips":""},{"step_number":2,"description":"Grease and flour a standard 9 or 10 cup bundt pan.","tips":"Ensure all corners and edges are well coated."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Combine the sugar and lemon peel in a food processor and blend until the zest is fully mixed in, creating a lemon sugar.","tips":"If no food processor is available, grate lemon zest and mix with sugar by hand."},{"step_number":4,"description":"In a stand mixer, cream the lemon sugar and butter together until pale and fluffy\u2014around 4 to 5 minutes\u2014then add eggs one at a time.","tips":"Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Mix in the milk, followed by the baking powder, and finally fold in the flour.","tips":"Do not over-mix; ensure ingredients are just combined."},{"step_number":6,"description":"Transfer the batter to the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly.","tips":"Smooth the top with a spatula."},{"step_number":7,"description":"Bake for 35 minutes until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.","tips":"The top should spring back when touched lightly."},{"step_number":8,"description":"Cool the cake for 12 minutes, then use a knife to loosen the edges before inverting onto a cooling rack.","tips":"Be gentle to avoid breaking the cake."}]},{"name":"Crunchy Lemon Glaze","ingredients":[{"name":"granulated sugar","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"juice of 2 lemons","quantity":"","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":[],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Mix the granulated sugar with the lemon juice to form a loose paste, similar to the consistency of runny honey.","tips":"Ensure a smooth consistency with no lumps."},{"step_number":2,"description":"While the cake is still warm, brush the glaze generously over the entire cake surface, applying multiple coats to ensure coverage.","tips":"Allow the glaze to dry before slicing the cake."}]}],"prep_time":"15 minutes","cook_time":"35 minutes","total_time":"50 minutes","servings":"16 servings","tags":["baking","bundt cake","dessert","lemon","Mary Berry"],"notes":"To make your own self-rising flour, mix 1 cup flour, 1 1\/2 tsp baking powder, and 1\/4 tsp salt."} |
| Classic Greek Avgolemono Sauce |
This versatile Greek sauce, made with eggs and lemon, can enhance... |
Greek, sauce, lemon, egg, Mediterranean, easy, quick, soup enhancer |
{"title":"Classic Greek Avgolemono Sauce","description":"This versatile Greek sauce, made with eggs and lemon, can enhance a variety of dishes including soups, meats, dolmades, and fish. Its creamy texture and vibrant lemon flavor make it a staple in Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.","short_description":"Versatile Greek egg and lemon sauce for enhancing soups and meats.","full_ingredient_list":["3 eggs","2 lemons, juiced","1 cup hot broth from your cooking dish","1 teaspoon flour (optional)","Salt and pepper to taste"],"components":[{"name":"Avgolemono Sauce","ingredients":[{"name":"eggs","quantity":"3","preparation_notes":"cracked and whisked until frothy","substitutions":[]},{"name":"lemons, juiced","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"hot broth from your cooking dish","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"flour","quantity":"1 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"optional","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"pepper","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["whisk","bowl","ladle"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk until frothy.","tips":"Ensure the eggs are well-whisked to prevent curdling."},{"step_number":2,"description":"If using, add 1 teaspoon of flour and continue beating.","tips":"Flour can help thicken the sauce, but is optional."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Stop beating and add in the lemon juice.","tips":"Incorporate the lemon juice gradually for even mixing."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Ladle two portions of hot broth from your dish slowly into the egg mixture while stirring continuously to temper the eggs.","tips":"This is crucial to avoid curdling."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Return the Avgolemono mixture to the main dish and stir well.","tips":"Ensure the mixture is well incorporated to thicken the dish naturally."}]}],"prep_time":"10 minutes","cook_time":"N\/A","total_time":"10 minutes","servings":"Varies","tags":["Greek","sauce","lemon","egg","Mediterranean","easy","quick","soup enhancer"],"notes":"Avgolemono sauce must be integrated with a dish that contains enough hot liquid for tempering the eggs.","background":"Avgolemono is a traditional Greek sauce known for its tart and creamy attributes, used widely across Mediterranean cuisine.","dietary_info":["contains eggs"],"flavor_profile":{"sweet":1,"savory":3,"sour":7,"bitter":1,"umami":2},"geographic_region":"Greek","occasion":"Everyday","skill_level":"Beginner","cost_estimate":3,"recommended_pairings":["Dolmathes","Chicken Soup","Fish Dishes"]} |
