Skip to content
Ooh La Loire

Ooh La Loire

MONKVALLEY: Food, memories and life in the Loire Valley: France

Primary menu

  • CONTACT US
  • Home
  • FOOD GLOROUS FOOD
  • HISTORY
  • LOIRE VALLEY
  • THE “TEAM”
  • ASIAN DISHES
  • ENGLISH
  • FRENCH DISHES
  • INDIAN CUISINE
  • ITALIAN FOOD
  • MIDDLE EASTERN
  • FOOD SOME THOUGHTS
  • MAINS
  • MONKVALLEY MEMORIES
  • DESSERT
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 →

COCONUT PRAWNS

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 17, 2023
  • No Comments

  This coconut curry is one of Rick Stein  most iconic dishes and always a popular choice when we think India. The combination of lightly spiced curry with glorious prawns, … Continue Reading →

MAKHANI SAUCE

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 12, 2023
  • No Comments

  A perfect sauce to serve with the MUSTARD BROCCOLI. and as suggested in the Gunpowder book it would be a lovely accompaniment for any grilled meat, especially Lamb. INGREDIENTS … Continue Reading →

TERIYAKI SALMON

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 9, 2023
  • No Comments

This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon. Perfect for a different Good Friday. INGREDIENTS 2 … Continue Reading →

PANEER, ONION, CHILLI AND GARLIC NAAN PIZZA

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 8, 2023
  • No Comments

Paneer Naan Pizza is and Indian inspired vegetarian pizza with paneer and spices A fun and easy pizza to make. Enjoy a super speedy pizza, making them a tasty vegetarian … Continue Reading →

MUSTARDY CHICKEN SCHNITZEL with BRAISED PEAS and PEA SALSA

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 3, 2023
  • No Comments

Here, semolina makes a light and crisp crust for a comforting schnitzel. This crispy chicken schnitzel  with peas is a winning combo of warm, crispy skin, and a spicy tasty … Continue Reading →

SRI LANKAN PORK CURRY

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 3, 2023
  • No Comments

  If you’re looking for an easy, no fuss curry, you’ve got to give this Sri Lankan curry a try! The pork meat is cooked from raw in the mildly … Continue Reading →

SPICY ORANGE AND HARISSA GLAZED COD

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • March 27, 2023
  • No Comments

A super easy mid week dish and a great one to make for friends. Cod smothered in a spicy harissa paste and pan fried. We Served it with STUFFED TOMATO … Continue Reading →

STUFFED TOMATO DOLMAS

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • March 27, 2023
  • No Comments

  TOMATO DOLMAS A traditional Turkish dish – tomatoes stuffed with Balsamic rice. This easy recipe pairs ripe tomatoes with rice. Serve the stuffed tomatoes as a starter or double … Continue Reading →

Posts pagination

Previous Page 1 … Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 … Page 99 Next

"Never miss a recipe from the Loire Valley — join the Ooh La Loire family for new dishes, stories, and a taste of life in France, straight to your inbox."

* = required field

Recent Posts

  • SPANISH CHICKPEA STEW September 21, 2026
  • PEACH JAM August 31, 2026
  • PORN STAR MARTINI August 24, 2026
  • TACOS: COCHINITA PIBIL August 24, 2026
  • AUBERGINE PARMIGIANA August 10, 2026
  • ROAST RED PEPPER AND FETA DIP August 9, 2026
  • MELON SALAD August 9, 2026
  • HALLOUMI WITH LEMON LENTILS, CHICKPEAS, AND BEETROOT August 3, 2026

Pages

  • CONTACT US
  • FOOD GLOROUS FOOD
  • HISTORY
  • LOIRE VALLEY
  • LOIRE VALLEY RECOMMENDATIONS
  • THE “TEAM”
  • Menu
Ooh La Loire Copyright © 2026 Ooh La Loire . All Rights Reserved.
Powered by: WordPress | Theme: Simple Catch