THE MENUS IN MY PREMIUM AREA
If I were to host three dinner parties this autumn, these are the menus I’d choose…
Three opportunities to get together around a lovely table.
MENU No. 2 — A Thursday evening
What an idea! I’ve invited some friends round on Thursday evening for a proper dinner.
Crispy savoury puff pastry · Poultry with tarragon · Chocolate & orange
How about we finally took the time to entertain guests?
Pears, chanterelles & hazelnuts · Roast lamb · Autumn pavlova
MENU No. 15 — An evening with a difference
How about we do something a bit out of the ordinary tonight?
Autumn Cappuccino · Salmon in a golden coating · Chocolate & pear
For each menu: the recipes, the shopping list and my plan of action to organise everything in advance.
Your guests are seated.
You too.
Obatzda - Bavarian beer garden dip (traditional method & Thermomix)
Description
Obatzda is one of the must-try specialities served in Bavarian beer gardens (Biergärten) and at Munich's Oktoberfest. This creamy dip made with creamy cheeses, onions and spices is served with large pretzels (Brezn) or black bread. Savoury and spicy thanks to paprika and cumin, it's the perfect accompaniment to a nice cold beer. Easy to prepare, it can be made by hand or with the Thermomix. Tip: For an even more authentic taste, prepare Obatzda a few hours in advance to allow the flavours to develop fully.
Ingredients
Instructions
- TRADITIONAL METHOD
Preparation - Traditional method
1. Prepare the onion
- Peel the onion and chop finely with a knife or small chopper.
2. Mix the ingredients
- Place the Camembert, Brie, softened butter and crème fraîche in a large bowl.
- Add the chopped onion, salt, pepper, paprika and cumin.
- Pour in the beer.
- Mash with a fork or blend with a mixer on low speed until smooth and creamy.
3. Service
- Chill until ready to serve.
- Serve with pretzels or dark bread.
THERMOMIX® METHOD
Preparation - Thermomix
1. Cut the onion into pieces, place in the Thermomix bowl and blend for 3 seconds on speed 5. Scrape down the sides with a spatula.
2. Add the Camembert, Brie, butter, crème fraîche, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin and beer.
3. Blend for 5 sec / speed 5 until creamy.
4. Serve with pretzels or bread...
