There is only one recipe in this post, but with a number of variations. So we're going to have a go at the Classic British pancake (most often used for Shrove Tuesday), the Savoury pancake and the American pancake. Though once you have mastered the batter making and cooking technique for one type of pancake, you will be able to tackle all the variations with ease.

I thought I would include this gorgeous tart in the Seasonal Celebration Skills section, because it not only is a totally delicious Summer dessert, but it also uses the same custard making skills as were covered in both the ice cream and trifle posts, so you are already a pro. And also, I get to talk about my favourite food once again, its a win-win for all of us.

I always think that a trifle has a little treat for everyone. Whether you like sponge cake, fresh fruit, whipped cream or thick custard, it really is a pudding that covers most bases. Plus it can be served on special occasions all year round (see, I told you I would sneak a bit of Christmas in, but don't tell Chahna)

The trick to producing a creamy smooth ice cream is to create very small ice crystals. This ensures that, as it hardens in the freezer, it retains the proper creamy texture we all know and love.

So for now, it's back to Summer. I thought I would write about some desserts that would suit an alfresco dining menu. Even if you don't have any garden furniture, you can take a table and chairs outside and hang some fairy lights on the fence or trees, chill some wine, beer or soft drinks, and then enjoy a long, languid meal.

I just had to show you all the birthday cake that Chef Chahna brought up yesterday. Its a massive cheese and onion savoury scone.

So many professional chefs and home cooks rave about the benefits of using a Stand mixer. So I am just going to have to knuckle down and learn how to use one. We have even got an old one belonging to Chef Chahna here at home, so actually I have no excuses any more.

I hope that you have fully recovered from the first "Baking Equipment Overload" and are ready to deal with the last few remaining items that I have found to be indispensable in a home kitchen. Obviously the list could be endless, but as your skill and savvy levels grow, you will get to know the items that suit you needs best. And it is quite exciting to research and source that perfect kitchen accessory, have fun.

If you are new to baking, then please don't feel that you have to rush out and buy all the equipment I'm going to talk about. Just build it up slowly as you need it.

Here is another bake that nearly everyone loves. It is a great treat to take to any morning tea or school bake sale, but it is also a very welcome after school snack for hungry children or a filler for a weekend family day at home. Lets kick off with a plain scone recipe and I will add a cheese scone recipe after this one.

This quick and easy brownie recipe is absolutely delicious in every way possible. Give it a try at home.

This is such an easy crowd pleaser for adults and children alike. My mother used to make it for all of our family birthdays or celebrations and that tradition has continued amongst my sisters and myself, and will most likely carry on into future generations. It can be made in 15 minutes and is set and ready to eat in an hour. I am not sure where Mum found this recipe, but our neighbours were Polish, so that may have been the source. Don't you sometimes wish that you had aske

I have been looking forward to this post for a while, which is strange because I don't like chocolate in anyway or form ( see earlier post ) . Maybe it was because chocolate mousse has always seemed to be beyond the capabilites of mere mortals like us, exclusive to the elite professionals only.

There is a cheesecake for every sweet craving you can think of. Once you have learnt a basic cheesecake recipe, you can customize it to fit you own cheesecake fantasy, ( as long as it is not too weird ). And another plus for cheesecake is that it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, so it is one less thing to think about when you have friends or family for dinner. I am going to give you two basic blueprint recipes for cheesecake. The first is the common, clas