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CHICKEN WITH CREME FRAICHE & VERMOUTH
CHICKEN WITH CREME FRAICHE & VERMOUTH:   This recipe is taken from Diana Henry’s fabulous cookbook “From oven to the Table”. We just love her books, and her chicken recipe are “to die for” and this … Continue Reading →
TUNA PASTA
TUNA PASTA: This tasty Tuna Pasta can be rustled up from tins and packets in the store cupboard. Quick and simple….and fairly healthy. I cooked it after we’d had friends round for an … Continue Reading →
CHICKPEA AND CHORIZO SALAD
CHICKPEA AND CHORIZO SALAD: This easy salad is packed full of strong flavours from the spicy hot peppery chorizo, and the red onions. With the chickpeas served on a bed of rocket. It makes … Continue Reading →
7 HOUR LAMB
7 HOUR LAMB: This slow-cooked lamb is succulent, juicy and the most delicious gravy. Serve leg of lamb with roast potatoes and a selection of vegetables, loads of bread to mop up the … Continue Reading →
ROASTED NEW GARLIC WITH CREAMED GOAT’S CHEESE
ROASTED NEW GARLIC WITH CREAMED GOAT’S CHEESE: Roast new Garlic with creamed Goats Cheese  A fabulous way of enjoying the first garlic of the year. So very tasty, just add bread. If you find some, do try … Continue Reading →
BAKED WHOLE VACHERIN MONT DOR WITH CORNICHIONS
BAKED WHOLE VACHERIN MONT DOR WITH CORNICHIONS: Called “the holy grail of raw milk cheeses”, Mont d’Or (also called Vacherin Mont d’Or, and Vacherin Haut-Doubs) is truly a spectacular cheese. This economical recipe is a delight for … Continue Reading →
MASALA FISH CAKES
MASALA FISH CAKES: This delicious Fish Cake is another recipe taken from  GUNPOWDER.  We served it with Burani Raita  which is a perfect accompaniment  and the crispy fried garlic is a perfect foil … Continue Reading →
VEGETABLE SAMOSAS
VEGETABLE SAMOSAS: Samosas make an excellent appetizer. Serve with a spicy mango pickle, a mint cucumber dip, or spicy carrot salad Tasty so very tasty Makes 16 Samosas INGREDIENTS for the pastry … Continue Reading →
GIGOT D’AGNEAU BOULANGERE
GIGOT D’AGNEAU BOULANGERE: A classic Sunday lunch, with no fuss and masses of flavour – perfect for Easter INGREDIENTS 2 kg leg of lamb 1 bulb of garlic bunch of fresh rosemary 1.5 kg … Continue Reading →
TUSCAN FRIES
TUSCAN FRIES:   I was interested to read recently a Nigella Lawson way of cooking chips. To begin with I was horrified to learn that she placed the prepared potatoes directly into … Continue Reading →
THAI CHICKEN THIGHS WITH COCONUT RICE
THAI CHICKEN THIGHS WITH COCONUT RICE:   Chicken thighs marinated in coconut milk, lime juice, and fish sauce give this one-pan meal plenty of umami. Layering the pan with cabbage wedges allows them to catch every … Continue Reading →
ROASTED COD WITH PARMA HAM
ROASTED COD WITH PARMA HAM:   This roasted cod recipe couldn’t be easier to prepare and tastes really special. A lovely simple way to cook cod. Plenty of flavour from the sweet roasted veg and … Continue Reading →
PETITS POIS A LA FRANCAISE (Peas with lardons and onions)
PETITS POIS A LA FRANCAISE (Peas with lardons and onions):   This is a delicious recipe for peas done in the French style. Lovely and buttery. Peas brought to a new level. INGREDIENTS. Serves 4 60 g butter 1 head … Continue Reading →
MEATLOAF WITH PICKLED ONION RINGS
MEATLOAF WITH PICKLED ONION RINGS: INGREDIENTS Serves 6 600g minced beef6 600g minced Pork 100g minced bacon 3 Garlic cloves crushed 1 tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 2 teaspoons chilli flakes 50g butter 3 … Continue Reading →
SALMON EN CROÙTE
SALMON EN CROÙTE:   Take salmon en croûte to chef standard. Succulent salmon, cream cheese and dill are encased in puff pastry. Lightly crispy on the outside. Buttery on the inside. Indulgent. Almost … Continue Reading →

MUSSEL WITH APPLES

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • September 28, 2026
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  Mussels might not be the first thought that comes into your head when you think  of Sweden, but there is a long coast line. The Apples and the tarragon … Continue Reading →

SPANISH CHICKPEA STEW

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • September 21, 2026
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  A cosy vegetarian meal of vegetables, olives and an almond picada topping. Full of bold flavours, this is a vibrant, super-comforting meal. It’s finished with what the Spanish call … Continue Reading →

PEACH JAM

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • August 31, 2026
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  This easy peasy, peach jam recipe is sweet, fruity, and full of fresh peach flavor. It’s perfect for spooning on toast, over biscuits, or add a dollop to yogurt, … Continue Reading →

PORN STAR MARTINI

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • August 24, 2026
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  The Porn Star Martini is a famous, sweet, and tropical cocktail made with vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur, and served with a side shot of champagne, or as we … Continue Reading →

TACOS: COCHINITA PIBIL

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • August 24, 2026
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These easy peasy Beef Tacos are our new midweek mince treat.  This is a quick and delicious meal, made in minutes. INGREDIENTS  Serves 4 500g minced beef 1 Large onion … Continue Reading →

AUBERGINE PARMIGIANA

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • August 10, 2026
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[wprm-recipe-print] This Aubergine Parmigiana recipe is a lighter take on the classic Italian comfort food, made by roasting the Aubergines instead of frying them. It’s rich, cheesy, and packed with … Continue Reading →

ROAST RED PEPPER AND FETA DIP

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • August 9, 2026
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  Inspired by the more traditional htipiti, this smoky, tangy dip is simple to make but full of complexity. With a deep, mellow base, thanks to the sweet roasted peppers, … Continue Reading →

MELON SALAD

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • August 9, 2026
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This Melon salad is the essence of summer. The refreshing combination of sweet and cool melons, and salty feta with a splash of fresh basil means this melon feta salad … Continue Reading →

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