Apple tarts are a reminder of Sunday’s growing up – after dinner served with whipped cream and ice cream. Still my dad’s favourite dessert. I prefer these galettes – even easier to make as no crimping required. I especially like doing the mini ones – more elegant and you just need 1 or 2 per person. If you aren’t a fan of making pastry, there … Continue reading Mini Apple and Blueberry Galettes
I’m a fan of a slow cooked dinner, seasoning, brining and into the oven for most of the day but the lack of practicality for an evening meal is not lost on me so I tend to try and have my recipes done and dusted in under 30 minutes….. This one is even quicker and takes about 15 minutes to prepare and being able … Continue reading Salmon in Coconut& Turmeric Sauce
February temperatures, hail sleet and morning frosts. It can only be April! Get some heat in with this delicious spicy beef with Nam Jim and pickled veg. These pickles work well with any hot Thai dish and will keep well in the fridge for a couple of weeks. The Nam Jim is great with lots of meat not just the beef as well as over … Continue reading Thai beef with Nam Jim & pickled vegetables
I still remember the surprise and joy on one of my first holidays abroad, when a plate of tomatoes covered in oregano was served up to me and I properly tasted a tomato for the first time – properly by which I mean the sweet and juicy flavour of a tomato what has grown on a vine smothered in sunshine as it develops. I love … Continue reading Homemade Spicy Tomato Sauce
It has become a habit for Monday to be meat free, a day of eating lighter and today was no exception and actually really welcome after what was a busy weekend of eating and drinking. (If you saw the lump of beef we shared yesterday I think you’d understand 🙂 ) Chickpeas are a staple in our house – I usually make a lot of … Continue reading Chickpea Curry with Spinach & Cashew Cream
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