Finding Calm & Joy in Simple Things | Slow Living on Cold Days

Finding Calm & Joy in Simple Things | Slow Living on Cold Days

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Semolina Cream with Honey, Vanilla & Cinnamon Apples with Walnuts

Servings: 2
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10–15 minutes

Ingredients for the Semolina Cream

500 ml milk

50 g fine semolina

40–50 g honey, to taste

1 tsp vanilla extract or 1 sachet of vanilla powder

A small pinch of salt (optional)

A small knob of butter

For the Apple & Walnut Topping

1 medium apple, cut into small cubes

1 tsp butter

1 tsp honey

¼ tsp ground cinnamon

2 tbsp roughly chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Prepare the semolina cream

Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat without bringing it to a vigorous boil.

Gradually add the semolina in a thin stream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

Continue stirring for 5–8 minutes, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth and creamy.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey, vanilla, salt, if using, and butter until everything is well combined.

2. Prepare the cinnamon apples

Melt the butter in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the diced apple and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring gently, until slightly softened but still holding their shape.

Add the cinnamon and honey and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until the apples are lightly coated in a glossy glaze.

Stir in the chopped walnuts and cook for a few seconds more. Remove from the heat.

3. Serve

Divide the warm semolina cream between two bowls. Spoon the cinnamon apples and walnuts over the top, drizzling with any remaining honey syrup from the pan.

Sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon, if desired.

Tip: If the cream becomes too thick, add a splash of warm milk and stir until it reaches your desired consistency.

Enjoy!

Special Sauce for Smash Burgers

Makes: Enough for 3–4 burgers
Prep time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

4 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp ketchup

1 tsp mustard

1 tbsp finely chopped dill pickles

1 tsp pickle juice

¼ tsp sweet paprika

¼ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup and mustard.

Add the finely chopped pickles and pickle juice.

Stir in the paprika and garlic powder until everything is well combined and the sauce is smooth.

Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavours to develop.

Tips:

Add a few extra drops of pickle juice for a tangier flavour.

Add a little more mustard if you prefer a bolder taste.

For the best flavour, let the sauce chill before serving.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container.

Enjoy your homemade smash burgers!

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