A delicious simple way to use Nectarines which focuses on the beauty of the fruit and little else is needed. This is a perfect easy dessert for all the family which works just as well with peaches. Both of these fruit provide vitamins, minerals and health promoting anti oxidants. A big batch of these served with some almond crackle for crunch would make a lovely … Continue reading Baked Nectarines
Once upon a time I thought I did not like lamb, for a start I thought that anything that played chasing and jumped off rocks (true story, I saw it with my own eyes)was too cute to eat. A personal investment in a full time cooking course with no option but to cook it soon changed my mind and now it is one of my … Continue reading Butterflied Leg of Lamb
The Irish weather is amazing right now so it’s time to move the kitchen out into the garden and clean the barbq if you haven’t done it already. We spend yesterday in the garden till almost dark and it really is such a joy to be outside with the heat of the day on your bones. This is a really simple dipping and marinade for … Continue reading Chicken with Cashew Nut Sauce
A bright sunny day again and it brings out the best in us as a family, time outside in the garden, Eva on the scooter up and down the road reminding me of when I was learning to skate and used to bomb up and down the road in front of our house. It’s been catch up on posting some of my photos from our … Continue reading Polenta Cake with Greek Yoghurt Ice Cream and Almond Crackle
Add a little middle eastern magic with a couscous laced with Sumac complimented by chicken baked with a garlic and lemon marinade, accompanied by celeriac chips- perfect for an easy weekend supper. Marinade the chicken in the morning to save time and add flavour. If you only have boneless chicken then make up skewers and throw them on the barbie or griddle pan instead. Perfect … Continue reading Roast Chicken with Baked Celeriac Chips and Sumac Couscous
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