Watercress and Mushroom Risotto

The name Rissotto comes from “rissot”, the old Milanese word for “hotchpotch” and it sums up this recipe perfectly. My risottos are often based on whichever suitable ingredients are readily to hand which this week happened to include a punnet … Continue reading

Watercress and Hazlenut Pesto

This more unusual pesto recipe is surprisingly easy to make and is delicious stirred into plain pasta, with risotto or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken. RECIPE Ingredients 50g shelled hazlenuts, roasted and peeled, chopped roughly 50g grated … Continue reading

Dairy Free, French Style Pizza with Red Onion and Mushroom

This meat and dairy free, French style pizza is easy to make and tastes good either hot or cold. If you’re in a hurry, use a ready-made pizza base and pre-sliced onions and mushrooms. It will taste much better than … Continue reading

“Some Like It Hot” Salmon Skewers

Wake up your tastebuds with this spicy salmon recipe which takes only minutes to prepare and is perfect for casual summer dining outdoors. The fish is marinated in a spicy mixture using ground ginger, honey and the “hot” variety of … Continue reading

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

This pasta salad can be prepared in minutes, is full of healthy ingredients and has a Mediterranean lemon and olive oil dressing, so tastes wonderfully fresh and light. The small, rice shaped pasta only takes around 8 to 10 minutes … Continue reading