Imperial Recipes

Ingredients: Dry Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons) Wet Ingredients: 2 large eggs 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1/4 cup milk 1 tablespoon lemon […]

Yields: About 1 ½ cups Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: 12 ounces (340g) raspberries (fresh or frozen) ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar ¼ cup (60ml) water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons cornstarch ⅛ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon (14g) butter, softened (optional, adds richness) Instructions: Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, […]

Ingredients: For the brownies: 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs 3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) For the fudge icing: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter […]

Ingredients: 2 cups granulated sugar 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds Equipment: Food processor or coffee grinder Large mixing bowl Whisk Airtight container for storage Instructions: Ensure Culinary Lavender: It’s essential to use culinary lavender (typically Lavandula angustifolia) for the best flavor and to avoid any bitter or soapy notes from ornamental varieties. Grind the […]

Ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar (200g) 1 tablespoon unsulfured molasses (light brown sugar) 2 tablespoons unsulfured molasses (dark brown sugar) Instructions: Measure your ingredients: Use measuring cups to accurately portion out 1 cup of granulated sugar. Depending on whether you want light or dark brown sugar, choose the corresponding amount of molasses: 1 tablespoon for […]

Yields: 6 servings Prep Time: 40 minutes (plus pastry chilling time) Cook Time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients For the Puff Pastry: 2 sheets store-bought all-butter puff pastry (or make your own rough puff pastry if feeling ambitious!) 1 tablespoon granulated sugar For the Crème Pâtissière (Pastry Cream): 2 cups (500ml) whole milk 1/2 vanilla bean, split […]

Ingredients 2-3 scoops of high-quality vanilla ice cream 12 ounces chilled Dr. Pepper Whipped cream (optional) Maraschino cherry (optional) Instructions Get your glass ready: Choose a tall, clear glass for the best visual effect. Add the ice cream: Place the scoops of vanilla ice cream into the bottom of your glass. Pour the Dr. Pepper: […]

Yields: About 1 cup Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 4-5 cloves garlic, minced (adjust to your taste) 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, but delicious) 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Instructions: Soften the butter: Ensure […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Ingredients: Bread: 1 baguette, preferably a rustic variety like sourdough or ciabatta Tomatoes: 4 large, ripe tomatoes (Roma or beefsteak tomatoes are ideal) Garlic: 1-2 cloves, minced (adjust to your taste) Olive Oil: 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Salt […]

Yields: Approximately 4 cups Ingredients: 2 cups (200g) sorghum flour: Provides structure and a neutral, slightly sweet flavor. 1 cup (100g) sweet rice flour (glutinous rice flour): Adds a light, slightly sticky texture, ideal for binding in gluten-free recipes. 1 cup (100g) tapioca starch (tapioca flour): Enhances texture, giving baked goods the right rise and […]