In France, different variations of choux pastry have specific names, such as choux à la crème, éclairs, gougères, profiteroles and chouquettes.

We used a natural Greek-style yoghurt. It's important to use a yoghurt containing live, active cultures (be sure to check the label) and we recommend using one without any added additives or stabilisers.

This pastry serves as a base for cakes, pastries, cream puffs and fruit tarts.

Adapt this recipe by using any leftover vegetables or herbs in your fridge. Use the same quantities as indicated in the recipe.

1 tsp homemade vanilla sugar is roughly equivalent to 3 tsp (15 g) shop-bought vanilla sugar.

To substitute butter with oil, omit step 1 and add 50 g oil along with all other ingredients in step 2. Use oil to grease the frying pan in step 4 and proceed as per recipe.

Before starting your yoghurt, be sure to clean your utensils thoroughly and sterilise jars to eliminate any unwanted bacteria.

Almond milk will last for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

If you are short on space or would like to roll your pizza bases out ahead of time, you can roll the dough out into rough circles, about 0.5 cm thick, and place them on slightly larger pieces of flour-dusted baking paper, then stack them, cover with plastic wrap and pop into the fridge.

If you don't have time to soak/activate your cashews, soak nuts in boiling water for 30 minutes, then drain and use as directed.

Bread color will vary based on type of flour used in the starter.

To ensure preservation, clean jars thoroughly in hot soapy water. Rinse by pouring boiling water over them. Prepare for filling by placing clean jars in a baking pan and heat in oven at 212°F until required. Pour yogurt mixture into jars while jars are still warm. Consume within the time given.

You can find pandan leaves at most Asian food stores.

A crumbly pastry, enriched with egg, this is a super simple and reliable Thermomix® recipe. Use for sweet pie cases or to make biscuits.

Be careful not to knead the dough unnecessarily with your hands, as this will make the cookies, pie shell or crust tough.

If the dough becomes warm and difficult to work with, place rolled out dough, still covered with sheets of baking paper or plastic wrap, into refrigerator until firm enough to handle.

To ensure preservation, clean jars thoroughly in hot soapy water. Rinse by pouring boiling water over them. Prepare for filling by placing clean jars in a baking pan and heat in oven at 212°F until required. Pour yogurt mixture into jars while jars are still warm. Consume within time given.

This recipe makes 1 quantity of pizza dough and a choice of three toppings. You can choose which of the toppings you would like to use.

It is often assumed that puff pastry is easier to buy...not anymore! This easy recipe allows you the satisfaction of knowing you’ve made it yourself, and makes a great base for pastries, cream puffs and fruit tarts.

1 tbsp stock powder is roughly equivalent to 1 shop-bought chicken stock cube.

Panfried gnocchi Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil and1 tbsp of butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once butter has nearly melted add gnocchi leaving enough room to turn in the pan and cook 2-3 minutes each side or until starting to brown (you may have to cook in batches). Transfer into bowl with sauce of choice and stir to coat. Finish with some grated parmesan or fresh herbs as desired.

You can find junket tablets at most major supermarkets and online. You can find non-iodised salt at most major supermarkets.

With a cheesy, umami flavour, nutritional yeast contains all nine essential amino acids, is a great source of B vitamins and is often fortified with vitamin B12 (important for those following a vegan diet). You can find nutritional yeast at health food stores or online.

Steamed Whole Chicken can be sliced and served immediately. Shred or slice leftovers and use as meal prep for other dishes. For recipe inspiration, search for our Chicken Meal Prep - 13 Tasty Ways collection on Cookidoo®.