IRIS BIGGS CHRISTMAS PUDDING
This Christmas pudding Recipe was given to Sheila by Iris in 1982 and we have used every year since. 42 years. It uses the usual fruits, but, the … Continue Reading →
MONKVALLEY: Memories and thoughts about food and a life lived in the Loire Valley, France
This Christmas pudding Recipe was given to Sheila by Iris in 1982 and we have used every year since. 42 years. It uses the usual fruits, but, the … Continue Reading →
Sheila’s Bread sauce is a legend in the families. Packed full of flavour from the cloves, bay; and peppercorns. it is a must on any Christmas dinner table wherever in … Continue Reading →
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 →
Serves 8-10 Ingredients 2.5kg bone-in Pork Shoulder Sea Salt and Black Pepper 2 tablespoons Lard (for a truly Mexican feel lard is the fat of choice) 1 medium Onion, … Continue Reading →
A delicious and simple way of using all your surplus courgettes. INGREDIENTS 1 kg Courgette 2 onions For the pickling Liquid 400g white sugar 250ml white wine vinegar 1 … Continue Reading →
I love the infusion of the herbs egg, and parmesan, it makes for an interesting soup, full of flavour; INGREDIENTS 2 Tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion finely chopped 5 … Continue Reading →
This is one of our favourite soups in Monkvalley. Delicious and simple. The last minute addition of the mint and parsley give the soup a sharp, fresh flavour. Serve … Continue Reading →
My favourite tart recipe. A change from the ubiquitous French Quiche and perfect to take on summer picnics. INGREDIENTS For the Pastry 225 plain flour salt 140g unsalted butter 1 … Continue Reading →