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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 →

BRAISED RED CABBAGE

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • May 11, 2026
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Braised red cabbage goes with almost any winter dish. It takes minutes to prepare, then 3 hours of gentle cooking – you need do nothing except have a glass of … Continue Reading →

ORANGE PINK GRAPEFRUIT AND BAY JELLY

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • May 5, 2026
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You’re never too old for jelly, and I think we should all be eating more of it. Infusing the mixture with fresh bay leaves brings a grownup feel and gentle, … Continue Reading →

WHITE ASPARAGUS SOUP (Spargel)

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 27, 2026
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White asparagus, or spargel, is the most popular variety in Germany and this soup is a must during the spargel season, and  is one of the most surprisingly flavorful soups … Continue Reading →

KARIPAP PIE (curry puff pie)

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 27, 2026
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Karipap are a popular street snack traditionally filled with curried potatoes and sometimes meat. This pie version has the same comforting filling, but is simpler and quicker.   INGREIENTS Serves … Continue Reading →

SPANISH STYLE MIGAS

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 18, 2026
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Spanish migas are one of those humble dishes that perfectly capture the soul of traditional home cooking. Migas have countless regional variations across Spain. This version from the Basque Country, … Continue Reading →

GOCHUJANG BUTTER SALMON

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 13, 2026
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The classic combination of soy sauce and honey salmon works really well. but if you’re in need of a creamy, rich, slightly spicy  that can jazz up just about anything,  … Continue Reading →

TOMATO SOUP with JAMÓN and IDIAZÁBAL

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • April 2, 2026
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  Inspired by the tomato soup at one of his favourite tapas bars in San Sebastian, Spain. This roasted Tomato Soup recipe is from Jose Pizzaro’s new cookbook “Basque” It … Continue Reading →

BEETROOT PICKLED EGGS

  • By Sheila Wilton
  • March 30, 2026
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    Apparently a popular way to pickle eggs is in beetroot juice, so that the egg whites turn a pretty fuchsia pink. The longer you keep the eggs in … Continue Reading →

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