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Make the starter by adding the starter ingredients into a small saucepan, whisk to combine and remove all lumps. Heat the saucepan over low heat (include Induction level?) and whisk until thickened, approximately 3-4 minutes. Transfer the starter into a small bowl, cover and allow to cool. Combine all of the dough ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer and combine with a dough hook attachment for approximately 10 minutes on a low setting or until smooth and elastic. Transfer the dough into a greased mixing bowl and cover with a tea towel then place into the oven. Set the oven to Dough proving function at 30°C for 30 minutes. Grease and line a 26x13cm loaf. Portion the dough into 4 equal sized pieces and then roll into logs to fit across the 13cm side of the loaf pan. Line the dough up next to each other within the loaf pan then lightly grease the tops with canola oil spray and cover with plastic. Place the loaf tin back into the oven on dough proving function 30°C for 45 minutes or until doubled in size. Remove the loaf pan from the oven as well as the cling film and preheat the oven to 170°C CircoTherm® and activate the Steam Jet function to on. Once preheated activate the Steam Jet function by pressing the steam button, then place in your loaf pan on shelf level 2 and cook for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Grate your butter into a large mixing bowl being careful not to crush it. Put it in the freezer for at least 10 minutes. Make the starter by combining the milk, yeast and sugar together in a small bowl and allow to bloom. Dough Add the flour, sugar and salt to the grated butter and mix together with your fingertips. Try not to work in the butter too much as we want some chunks of butter through the dough. If the butter is starting to melt place the bowl into the fridge or freezer for 5 minutes. To the mixture add in the egg and milk and mix by hand until just combined, cover with plastic wrap and place back into the fridge to rest overnight. Custard To make the custard, in a small saucepan add half of the milk, vanilla essence and sugar, place over a low-medium heat, induction level 4. Place the remaining milk in a small bowl, mix together with the egg and cornflour and whisk until smooth. Once the milk is hot add in the cornflour slurry and whisk until the mixture becomes very thick. Transfer into a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap and leave it in the fridge for later. The next day remove your dough from the fridge and on a lightly floured benchtop shape the dough into a rough rectangle about 30cm x 45cm using a rolling pin with a height no greater than 10mm. Then fold the dough like a letter in thirds. Repeat this process another 3-4 times, as this will give us our layering. Cover the dough in plastic wrap after the final fold and allow it to rest at least an hour in the fridge. Give your dough the final roll on a lightly floured bench and shape it into a 30cm x 40cm rectangle. It is better to over roll the dough than under as you will need to cut the edges regardless. Using a ruler mark out a grid of 3 x 4 squares into your dough. Preheat your oven on CircoTherm to 190°C with the Steam Jet turned on. Shape your Danishes by folding the edges into the centre of the squares and pressing firmly into the centre. Using a tablespoon, make an indentation for your custard and fruit preserve. Transfer the Danishes onto two oven trays lined with baking paper, then fill the indentation with custard followed by the fruit preserve and lastly a berry of your choice. Combine the beaten egg and water together in a small bowl to make an egg wash. Brush the Danishes with the egg wash. Activate the Steam Jet function by pressing the steam symbol and place the two trays of Danishes on shelf levels 3 and 1. Cook for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and transfer onto cooling racks. Once cool drizzle with the sugar glaze by combining the icing sugar and water together in a small bowl. Serve on a large platter.

Mix all the ingredients for the poolish together in a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap and leave to prove overnight or ideally for 24 , on the kitchen bench. For the dough, mix together (either by hand or stand mixer) all of the ingredients together including the poolish that was made beforehand. This should take around 5 minutes on a stand mixer on a low speeds. The end result should leave a dough that is firm but slightly tacky. Transfer the dough into a greased mixing bowl, cover with a tea towel and place into your on Dough proving function at 30°C for 30 minutes. Once the time has elapse turn the dough over in the bowl and prove for a further 30 minutes. Remove the dough from the bowl, then turn out onto a lightly oiled bench and divide the dough into 3 equal sized pieces. Roll each piece of dough into a ball and then cover with greased plastic wrap and allow to rest for at least 15 minutes at room temperature. Flatten the dough pieces out and fold nearly in half, sealing the edges of the fold using the heel of your hand. Turn the dough around 180° and repeat this process, the dough should now be elongated. With the seam side of the dough down, cup your fingers over the dough and gently roll the dough into 40cm long logs. Taper the ends of the logs to give it that classic baguette look. Place the baguettes onto the universal pan lined with baking paper and sprinkle lightly with flour, cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow to prove at room temperature for 40 minutes or until they are slightly ‘puffy’. Preheat your oven on Bread Baking at 200°C and select the Steam Jet function to on. While the oven heats up score your baguettes using a very sharp knife to create 45 degree slits along each baguette, making 4 or 5 slits on each baguette. Just before placing the baguettes into the oven on shelf level 2, activate the Steam Jet function by pressing the steam symbol. Then cook the baguettes for 23-28 minutes or until they are a very deep golden brown. Allow the baguettes to cool in the oven while leaving the oven door ajar.

Combine all the dough ingredients into a stand mixer bowl and with a hook attachment, mix on a low speed until the dough is tight and smooth, roughly 10 minutes. Place the dough into a greased mixing bowl, cover with a tea towel and place into the . Select the Dough proving function and set the temperature to 35°C for 30 minutes. Make the Bi-Carb bath by combining the boiling water and bicarbonate of soda together in a small bowl and set aside for later, please note the bicarbonate may not fully dissolve. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased work surface, and divide it into eight equal pieces. Allow the pieces to rest, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Pour the bi-carb bath into a 22cm square pan or equivalent. Roll each piece of dough into a long, thin rope roughly 80cm long, and twist each rope into a pretzel shape. Working with half of the pretzels at a time, place them in the pan with the bi-carb water, spooning the water over the top of each pretzel, then leave them in the water for at least 2 minutes before placing them on 2 oven trays lined with baking paper. This bi-carb bath will give the pretzels a lovely golden-brown colour when baking in the oven. Sprinkle pretzels lightly with sea salt flakes. Allow them to rest, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Preheat the oven on Bread Baking function to220°C and turn on the Steam Jet function. Before placing the pretzels in the oven on shelf level 1 and 3, activate the Steam Jet function by pressing the steam symbol and then bake the pretzels for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Remove the pretzels from the oven, and brush them thoroughly with the melted butter. Repeat this process until all of the butter has been completely used. Serve while still warm.

In a large mixing bowl add the SR flour, baking powder and butter. Work the butter into the flour with fingertips until it resembles bread crumbs. In the same bowl add the salt, sugar, buttermilk and vanilla essence and using a spatula or butter knife, cut the flour mixture into the milk mixture until just combined. Then add in the white chocolate and blueberries and combine. When adding in the blueberries try to squish half of them, as this will add more flavour into the flour mixture. Preheat your oven on CircoTherm to 200°C and activate the Steam Jet function to on. On a flour dusted bench or large chopping board turn out your mixture. It will be quite wet so to make it easier to work with dust the top with more flour. Shape the scone mixture into a rough square approximately 4cm high, then with a floured knife cut the scones in a 4x4 square grid. Transfer the scones onto the universal pan lined with baking paper and brush with egg wash. Just before placing the scones into the oven on shelf level 2, activate the Steam Jet function by pressing the steam symbol. Cook for 10 minutes or until golden on top. Remove from oven to cool a cooling rack and serve immediately.

1. What's your renovation budget? Your budget is the first thing you need to think about before you can start making a renovation plan. You need to work out your target budget, which is how much you want to work within and everything from tradies to final fixtures. It's also a good idea to have an emergency buffer, just in case your renovation comes up against any unexpected costs. A good amount of buffer to have is around 10–20% of your main budget. There are some things you can splurge and save on, such as ovens and microwaves respectively. If you’re clever with what you save on, you can funnel those extra funds towards the larger purchases, like investing in a NEFF Slide & Hide® oven or a built-in coffee machine. 2. How can you show your personal style? Your kitchen’s style should reflect your personal tastes and be on display for all to see. And there are plenty of  ways you can embrace your unique flair. If you gravitate towards a minimalist style, then keeping things clean and clutter free is a must. Or if you want to cook and eat as if you were in Tuscany, then opt for earthy tones and different texture combinations. Did you know that you can even add a bit of personal flair to your oven? Our new Flex Design range allows you to choose one of four distinctive colours to add to the handles and side trims of your NEFF oven, cooktop, rangehood and coffee machine keeping its appearance consistent with the rest of your kitchen. Your kitchen style options are endless. But at the end of the day, your kitchen is yours to cook, eat and live in – embrace your personality however you want to. 3. What's your kitchen layout? Understanding what type of kitchen layout you want and can have is important. If you have a small space than a simple galley kitchen might be a good layout option. Or if you have more room, an L-shaped layout allows you to make the most of your kitchen without it feeling crammed or cluttered. Knowing how much space you have can help you look at space-saving appliance solutions if you need them, such as a compact oven or built-in microwave. 4. How can you maximise space in the kitchen? You can free up precious bench space through clever shelving and vertical space– two of just many kitchen storage ideas you can implement during your renovation that will pay off in the long-term. You should also consider whether you want to include a kitchen island. As the heart of the home becomes a multi-purpose space, a kitchen island can be a meal preparation, cooking, studying, working and socialising space. Depending on who lives in the home and how you intend to use it, the material of your island and the appliances you install – like a NEFF induction cooktop – must be considered also. Of course, you can forgo bench-hogging appliances in favour of one that has various functions. A NEFF oven with Full Steam can be used as a steamer, oven or both, which means you can get rid of a bench-top steamer or cooktop steamer. 5. What appliances are best for you? Buying shiny new appliances is a fun part of a home renovation, but it can be hard to know where to begin. To start with, think about the type of cooking you do and your needs. Do you do a lot of baking and need multiple ovens? Or do you need a cooktop that’s easy to clean? The NEFF Slide & Hide® oven is a great option for those who want to make their cooking more convenient with the disappearing door. Meanwhile, the compact oven is great to stack with a full-sized oven to save space, time or combine certain features that you need for cooking. Want an oven that uses steam for baking and cooking? Then a NEFF oven with Full Steam, Added Steam or the all-new Steam Inject is the way to go – hello perfectly baked bread and hands-free risotto. When it comes to cooktops, the induction variety have become popular due to their sleek look and ability to be cleaned with a simple wipe of a cloth. They’re also faster to heat up and cool down, which makes cooking meals a breeze. Lastly, a dishwasher is a non-negotiable appliance in the kitchen. NEFF have three different types of dishwashers for you to choose from the complement your style – built-under, semi-integrated and fully integrated. If you want to discover what appliances are a must-have in your new kitchen, then book a free demonstration with a NEFF cooking expert, who can help you discover which appliance is right for you. About NEFF  NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen. Discover more

Upgrade your appliances Now that you’ve saved some money by completing some DIY work, upgrading your appliances can add a finishing touch to your kitchen. NEFF’s extensive range of appliances can help complete your transformation. Our Slide & Hide® oven range is a fantastic choice for those who want to enhance their cooking experience with a fully-disappearing door. And if you cook with steam frequently, or want to try out this cooking method, then a NEFF oven with Full Steam or Added Steam can take your home cooking to the next level. The new NEFF Flex Design range is a great way to showcase your personal style with our quality appliances. Choose from one of four unique colours to add a touch of class in the kitchen. The best part? You can change the colours of your appliance handles and trims anytime you want, allow you to experiment with endless design possibilities. Want to see these products in person? Then book in a free NEFF demonstration. Our NEFF kitchen experts will show you how these products can bring your dream kitchen to life. Update your cabinetry Are your cupboards and kitchen cabinetry looking a bit tired? Then it’s time to give them a revamp! Whether it’s creating a bold contrast or simply giving them a touch up, a lick of paint can give your dated cupboards a new look. When choosing a colour, make sure you plan ahead – the last thing you want is to paint your cupboards a colour that doesn’t match the rest of your kitchen. When painting, proper prep is key. Make sure you apply painter’s tape, so you don’t get unwanted splatters on any surfaces (or on your appliances!). Another fast and easy DIY kitchen upgrade you can do is change your kitchen cupboard handles. From shiny copper to deep black, they can make your kitchen feel fresh and modern with a simple turn of the screw. Want to take this further and have a cohesive kitchen style? Then our Flex Design range allows you to pick one of four colours for the trim and handles of your NEFF oven, rangehood, coffee machine and cooktop. This means you can perfectly match your appliances with your DIY work. Switch up your splashback A splashback can make or break a kitchen – it’s a feature and a function all in one. So, if your splashback is dated or broken, it might be time for an update. There are a range of styles to choose from when looking to add a bit of sparkle to your kitchen, such as tiles or glass. Using tiles makes it easy to clean after you’ve cooked up a feast, while a stone surface will ensure your splashback will be stain and scratch resistant. Make sure you’re comfortable using silicone to apply the material to get the best possible results. Hang up your pots and pans If your kitchen drawers are overflowing, then try hanging up your pots and pans. This can help free up valuable space in your kitchen, while also creating an eye-catching feature above your head. Choose a hanger that matches the style of your kitchen, such as rustic or industrial, and ensure it’s securely fastened to the wall by finding the studs in your walls (especially if you’ve got an extensive collection of pots and pans). Change your benchtop  Changing your benchtop can completely revolutionise your kitchen. Different materials suit different purposes – quartz benchtops are easy to clean, while timber benchtops can be crafted as one-off, environmentally friendly pieces. Precision is everything when it comes to installing a benchtop, so make sure you accurately measure the length and width. If you’re looking to go the extra mile, then why not add a NEFF Integrated Cooktop to give your benchtop a sleek look. Want to match your cooktop with the rest of the kitchen? The NEFF Flex Design is a versatile accessory you can add to your cooktop for a seamless kitchen design. About NEFF  NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen. Discover more

Your kitchen has played host to some almighty feasts and momentous occasions over the years. But now it’s time to sell and move on. And to get the most from your sale, you can renovate to sell. We share our top eight kitchen renovation tips so you can give your kitchen a makeover and make a profit on auction day. 1. A fresh coat of paint Whether you’re just repainting a feature wall, or revamping your cabinets, it’s incredible the difference some paint and a little bit of DIY know-how can make. Want a cool and light aesthetic? Blend greys and smoky blues for an airy modern kitchen. After something more unique? Bold, dark colours can provide different modern alternatives to greys and blacks – think deep blues and green, maybe even a touch of burgundy. If your kitchen is already using an eclectic palette, it might be time to neutralise. Whites and creams can give your kitchen an open, airy feel and lends itself perfectly to a modern Scandinavian feel. 2. Upgrading cabinetry hardware Updating your cabinetry’s hardware is an easy way to maximise your kitchen’s look and value when renovating to sell. Why not try replacing old handles with something modern? Circular brass pulls are an elegant way to uniformly make your kitchen stand out. Likewise matte or satin black finishes can make dark kitchens look spectacular. And all achievable with just a few smart choices and a power drill. Sometimes, tying a kitchen together is about simplicity. You could try a simple tubular bar handle pull in chrome, so as not to distract from your kitchen’s existing accents. 3. Swap out your kitchen tap Nowadays, there are many modern tap options to choose from – think sleek chrome and beautiful bronze. For functionality and a touch of vintage prestige, try a pull-down style commercial kitchen faucet for maximum function. Or for the truly modern, there are many elegant choices in chrome, with plenty of affordable options. Want to stay understated? Then consider a simple design with a dual-lever handle. If you want to tie your whole kitchen together seamlessly, taps and all, then make sure you add the new NEFF Flex Design range. You can match the colour of your taps to your appliance’s handles and trimmings – how wonderful. 4. The ‘working triangle’ Reorient your kitchen so that the main appliances are optimally spaced in a ‘working triangle’, which is commonly featured in U-shaped kitchen layouts. Buyers don’t want the oven too far away from the sink, and they’re especially vigilant when it comes to ensuring the fridge or oven door doesn’t obstruct the flow of movement through their new kitchen. 5. Flexible layout It’s a major move, but if your kitchen doesn’t serve your house and will lower the sale price of your home, then it’s time to give your kitchen layout an overhaul. Open plan kitchens are popular for a reason. They’re incredibly functional and great for entertaining, as they allow the host to effortlessly move through the space to top up drinks and mingle with guests. If you have boxy or closed-in kitchen layouts, you may want to consider removing walls to open up the space if budget allows. 6. Integrated appliances Kitchen design trends come and go, which is why it pays to stick to classic appliances and finishes when renovating to sell. A NEFF Slide & Hide® oven is a timeless appliance that can serve a multitude of functions. For instance, if you invest in a NEFF oven with Full Steam or Added Steam, then you have an oven that can also function as a steamer. Home appraisers have long held that consistency between appliances is incredibly important in communicating the tone of your kitchen and home, ensuring that they are of the same brand, finish and age. If your home has a specific aesthetic, then why not have it match with your NEFF appliances? Our Flex Design range allows you to choose appliance trimmings and handles in four different colours: brushed bronze, anthracite grey, metallic silver and deep black. With these colour options, your design choices are truly endless. Additionally, you can choose from endless options with our seamless combination trims. 7. Extra storage Well-used kitchen storage will always attract buyers, which is why you should include a range of storage solutions when renovating to sell. Sliding shelves can be whipped out a moment’s notice and closed with the nudge of a knee, while maximising vertical storage with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry frees up coveted bench space. Our ultimate storage tip when designing a kitchen to sell? Incorporating custom inbuilt cabinetry – from corner cupboards that utilise awkward space to pop-up shelves and hidden drawers. Finally, floating shelves don’t just look great: this smart storage idea invites buyers to dream about how they might personalise the space (antique Japanese tea set, anyone?). Before you know it, the offers will be flying in. 8. Lighting upgrades When it comes to resale value, the little things can make all the difference, like kitchen lighting. Something as simple as upgrading the pendant (hanging) lights in your kitchen can change the entire feel. Changing the material (glass. Copper, rattan) can give either an immaculate, austere feel to your kitchen (especially in the case of copper and other metals) or something warmer and eclectic (think glass, rattan and exposed globes). Shape also plays a role – a flattened, unobtrusive deksel (lid) shape creates a subtle finish, and lets a kitchen breathe. Whereas more ornate shapes such as Belmont or teardrop lights can become striking features if you need a little more from your kitchen. About NEFF  NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen. Discover more

Sound the (chocolate-coated) trumpets, it’s Easter time once again! A holiday beloved by the young and young at heart, Easter is the perfect time to show off your cooking and baking skills to your loved ones. And with six mouth-watering decadent Easter dessert recipes, you’ll be serving up a showstopper and wowing your guests in no time. 1. Easter egg lava cake With a universally-adored Cadbury Cream Egg at their gooey centre, these individual Easter egg lava cakes will win over chocolate lovers in no time. Their fluffy texture requires the ingredients to be well incorporated, so whip out the paddle attachment on your stand mixture and get beating. Better yet, these luscious cakes have a baking time of just 15 minutes with the Circo Therm® setting – perfect for home cooks who want to make the most of their time with loved ones. 2. Pastiera (rice and ricotta Easter pie) What could be tastier than a pastiera? This gently spiced Italian ricotta and rice cake can easily become the centrepiece of your Easter feast. Best made the day before serving to allow the flavours to infuse, this luscious dessert will free you up to enjoy a festive Easter egg hunt with the little ones. Using the Circo Therm® function on your NEFF oven guarantees that you’ll bake the pastiera to perfection. Allow the pie to cool before dusting with icing sugar, then serve Italian-style with a round of bracing espressos. 3. Easter egg cupcakes Nothing says Easter quite like fluffy iced cupcakes topped with a trio of candied Easter eggs. Whip up the lemon zest-spiked cake batter with your electric mixer, then get the little ones involved to ice and decorate. Baking at 160ºC on Circo Therm® for 15-20 minutes ensures a deliciously light texture. Need to check on the cupcakes while they’re baking? Using a NEFF Slide & Hide® oven for baking these cupcakes allows you to easily do a skewer test without awkwardly bending over an oven door. While the cupcakes are baking away, toss the shredded coconut with green food colouring to form a festive base for those scrummy Easter egg toppers. 4. Easter egg mille feuille This simple mille feuille recipe elevates the classic French pastry into a stunning Easter dessert. Our secret? Cutting the ready-rolled puff pastry into Easter egg shapes before baking. Another secret is using the Bread Baking and Added Steam functions when baking the pastry – the result of golden, flaky pastry that isn’t dried out. We replace the traditional crème patisserie filling with layers of thick double cream and sliced fresh strawberries for ease, then top the lot with a mixture of dark and white chocolate. Kids will love decorating this final iced pastry layer, ensuring this decadent Easter dessert recipe is one the whole family will enjoy. 5. Hot Cross Bun Bread and Butter Pudding Got some leftover hot cross buns? Then it’s time to transform into an indulgent and delectable hot cross bun bread and butter pudding. This family-friendly Easter recipe will have the whole family running into the kitchen on Easter Sunday (or whenever you bake this tasty dessert!). Baking this Easter-themed bread and butter pudding with the Circo Therm® setting ensures the buns keep their shape while being incredibly soft and scrumptious. 6. Crème Egg Tart We’ve taken a beloved Creme Egg and transformed it into a magnificent Easter dessert – an eye-catching and delightful Creme Egg tart. Don’t let the photo scare you away – this dessert is actually quite easy to make. And no need to worry about any crumbling pastry – the Circo Therm® function on your NEFF oven creates a golden pastry that will be strong enough to hold that delicious custard centre and those gooey crème eggs. Trust us when we say, this one is not for the faint-hearted. So go forth and create these decadent Easter dessert recipes now! Your nearest and dearest will be forever grateful. About NEFF  NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen. Discover more