By admin on July 17, 2009
Moussaka is a bit like a Greek version of lasagne but instead of pasta layers and beef mince, you use aubergine layers and lamb mince. I had always imagined that moussaka was really difficult to make and had been putting off doing it for quite some time. But after looking through various different recipes I [...]
Posted in Autumn, Bake, Course, Cuisine, Fry, Low Sugar, Mains, Mediterranean, Method, Nut-Free, Season, Shellfish-Free, Simmer, Special Considerations, Spring, Summer, Winter
| Tagged Allspice, Aubergines, Brown Onion, Butter, Cinnamon, Egg, Feta Cheese, Garlic, Lamb Mince, Milk, Oil, Olive Oil, Onion, Passata, Plain Flour, Tinned Tomatoes
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By admin on June 22, 2009
Scotch beef steak with goat’s cheese butter from the Scotch Beef and Lamb website – I picked up this recipe from the Taste of Edinburgh Festival whilst learning about local produce North of the border. Scotch beef has a brilliant reputation and I’ll be trying out this recipe with some sirloin steak from the local butcher’s this week.
Cooking [...]
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| Tagged Basil, Beef Sirloin Steaks, Goat's Cheese, Parsley, Unsalted Butter
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By admin on May 11, 2009
Risotto is relatively easy to make, but it does involve a long time spent stirring to stop the rice sticking. However, it is filling, tasty and a great alternative once the usual old recipe get boring.
Ingredients
Arborio rice
Stock (I just used a stock cube)
Handful of chopped mushrooms (any sort will do)
Seasoning
Method
Following the instructions on the packet, fry the rice in [...]
Posted in Autumn, Boil, Course, Cuisine, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Low Fat, Low Sugar, Mains, Mediterranean, Method, Nut-Free, Season, Shellfish-Free, Simmer, Special Considerations, Spring, Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter
| Tagged Arborio rice, Butternut Squash, Chicken, Mange Tout, Mediterranean Vegetables, Mushrooms, Peppers, Seafood, Seasoning, Stock, Sweetcorn, Wild Mushrooms
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By admin on April 18, 2009
This is one of the most basic pizza base recipes I could find. It doesn’t contain yeast, which can be fiddly – especially when helping children to cook. I haven’t tried it out yet, but will do so soon and let you know how I get on.
Ingredients
200g Self Raising Flour
50g Block Margarine
1/4 Pint Milk
Pizza Topping
Method
1. Preheat oven to Gas 6 or 200°c [...]
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| Tagged Flour, Margarine, Milk, Self-Raising Flour
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By admin on March 20, 2009
Here’s a recipe for Potato salad which is great for warm days (if we get one!) – a recipe handed to me by an Aussie friend.
Posted in Autumn, Boil, Fry, Light Meals & Snacks, Low Sugar, Mix, Nut-Free, Shellfish-Free, Spring, Summer, UK
| Tagged Bacon, Eggs, Lardons, mayonnaise, New Potatoes, Onion, Potatoes, White Potatoes
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By admin on March 19, 2009
Tangy Pork Loin with Spring/Summer Veg – Coleslaw – Great for outdoor parties and Barbecues on a warm evening.
Posted in Advance, Autumn, Barbecue, Grill, Light Meals & Snacks, Low Sugar, Mains, Mix, No cook, Nut-Free, Shellfish-Free, Spring, Summer, UK, relishes and pickles
| Tagged Carrots, chilli, Lemon, Lime, mayonnaise, Olive Oil, Onions, Pepper, Pork Loin, Salt, White Cabbage, wholegrain mustard
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By admin on March 13, 2009
Potato mash is one of the most basic ways of serving potatoes and provides real comfort food. It goes well with pie and gravy, or can even be used for baby food. Left over mash can be used in other recipes such as fishcakes and French croquettes.
Ingredients
Potatoes, peeled and quartered
Milk
Margarine, butter or olive oil
Method
Boil the potatoes for about [...]
Posted in Autumn, Boil, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Light Meals & Snacks, Low Fat, Low Salt, Low Sugar, Nut-Free, Shellfish-Free, Spring, Summer, UK, Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter
| Tagged Butter, Milk, Oil, Olive Oil, Potatoes
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By admin on March 10, 2009
Baked camembert is a really tasty starter with a creamy warm melted interior and a firm outer crust. Perfect when served with cranberry sauce.
Ingredients
140g/5oz camembert
1 garlic clove, sliced
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1 tsp paprika
Method
Preheat the oven to 20C/425F/Gas mark 7
Place the cheese in an oven-proof dish.
Stud the cheese with the garlic slices and thyme sprigs.
Sprinkle the cheese with paprika.
Place in the oven and bake for [...]
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| Tagged camembert, Garlic, Paprika, Thyme
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By admin on March 8, 2009
Caesar salad has become immensely popular over the last few years, though most people no longer include the anchovies and prefer to include chicken and bacon. If you have the time, it can be interesting to try making the dressing for yourself instead of off the supermarket shelves.
Ingredients
1 fat garlic clove
1 anchovy fillet
1 egg yolk
1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice
100ml [...]
Posted in Autumn, Gluten-Free, Light Meals & Snacks, Low Sugar, Marinade, Mediterranean, Mix, Nut-Free, Spring, Starters and Nibbles, Summer, Vegetarian, Winter
| Tagged Anchovy, Cream, Dijon Mustard, Egg, Garlic, Lemon, Olive Oil, Parmesan
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By admin on March 7, 2009
Ingredients
450g (1lb) Potatoes
110g (4oz) Plain Flour
50g (2oz) Butter
1 tsp Salt
Pinch Pepper
Butter or Bacon Fat (Optional)
Method
Wash and scrub the potatoes, but don’t peel.
Boil in lightly salted boiling water until tender.
Drain and set aside in the hot saucepan to “dry in their steam”.
Allow to cool slightly, peel the potatoes.
Mash the potatoes to a smooth consistency, ensuring that there are no lumps.
Season with salt and freshly ground pepper and [...]
Posted in Autumn, Bake, Baking, Egg-Free, Fry, Light Meals & Snacks, Low Sugar, Nut-Free, Shellfish-Free, Simmer, Spring, Starters and Nibbles, Summer, UK, Vegetarian, Winter
| Tagged Bacon Fat, Butter, Pepper, Plain Flour, Potatoes, Salt
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