Anchovy bites
During the festivities I always keep jarred goodies in my larder & fridge as these are excellent ingredients for quick snacks and nibbles when someone pops around for a drink. ...
During the festivities I always keep jarred goodies in my larder & fridge as these are excellent ingredients for quick snacks and nibbles when someone pops around for a drink. ...
Christmas dinner is not complete without braised red cabbage. It can be cooked in advance and reheated while the turkey/goose/duck/pork is resting. This apple and ginger braised red cabbage is ...
This simple apple and radish salad is a perfect condiment to good with the cheese board! It goes particularly well with strong blue cheeses such as Stilton and Roquefort. It's ...
Arati Puvvu Pesarapappu curry is a popular dish in southern India. Arati puvvu is Banana flower and this curry is a combination of split yellow lentils. It's very delicious and easy ...
This artichoke and spinach pasta is perfect when you’re too busy or lazy to cook a meal. The tomato sauce can be your own home-made, or shop-bought, ready-to-use version. I ...
Steamed or grilled asparagus dipped in egg yolk is a classic combo. In this version the asparagus is served with chopped hard-boiled egg, so it’s ideal for those who don’t ...
This Mediterranean-style aubergine and bell pepper frittata is perfect for brunch/lunch with a Greek salad, or it can be served as nibbles with a glass of Prosecco at garden party ...
On my vegan/vegetarian days I find curries to be the most filling and satisfying meals. So much so that I could easily become a vegan, given that the variations/ layers ...
This aubergine and chickpea tagine is an easy, healthy dish that’s perfect for midweek suppers or laid-back weekend meals. If you have some preserved lemon in your fridge, do add ...
This Aubergine and samosa bhaji (fritter) recipe uses leftover samosas with aubergine, which gives it a very distinctive taste. If there are some leftover samosas, you can refrigerate them and use ...
This aubergine and sardine spread is a Mediterranean-inspired paté that’s perfect for toast, crackers, or as a light lunch option. It’s rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, protein and calcium, making ...
Aubergine cooked in peanut gravy (Bhagara Baingan) is a very majestic dish which is very famous in Hyderabad, India. It is a must in any grand occasions like marriage or ...
I bought a bowl of six large Aubergines (eggplants) in the market last week. This week I found I still had two and various other leftover vegetables so I decided ...
If you’re after some truly delicious and authentic falafels try this aubergine falafel recipe. I used leftover baked aubergine, but you can just put an aubergine into the oven for ...
If you like the cocktail, Bloody Mary, you'll love this warm version, which will help you survive the winter months! You can serve it with or without vodka - either ...
Meatballs are very popular, with adults & kids alike, particularly in tomato sauce. These zesty pork meatballs in mushroom sauce are very tasty and very easy to make - a ...
This pasta with red cabbage and walnuts is a perfect dish for busy or lazy days - it's ready in just 15 minutes. If you use brown rice or some wholesome pasta, ...
During the winter months we need to strengthen our immune system so it's particularly important to eat nutrient-rich food. This roasted beetroot, broccoli and lentil salad fits this requirement, and ...
This fennel and tomato soup with prawns is a delicate dish which is super easy to make and is very healthy too! Prawns and shrimps (like most seafood) are low-calorie ...
This roasted peppers and carrot soup is really easy to make, yet it's full of goodies! To be honest I wouldn't roast peppers just for this dish, so I normally ...
If you like red cabbage on your Christmas dining table, you might be interested in this recipe. This braised red cabbage with pear is a bit more special than the ...
Ivy gourd or tindora is a common vegetable in India. They can easily be bought from most Indian stores. It is a healthy vegetable, an antioxidant and helps control blood sugar levels. It ...
Brussels sprouts are so much a part of a traditional Christmas dinner - yet so many people seem to detest them. They really can be very tasty if you combine them ...
Braised cabbage is very much part of the classic Christmas menu. This braised red cabbage with port is especially suitable for a festive dinner party - and it can be ...
This mulled wine braised red cabbage is absolutely perfect for a Christmas menu - it goes really well with any roast poultry, particularly duck and goose. It is very easy to ...
These are yummy, no-cook nibbles that are perfect for winter parties, or as an appetizer with a glass of Prosecco at a dinner party. It's best to make the filling ...