Home made pies can make simple ingredients like spinach taste a little bit more special. The only downside to making a traditional spinach pie is that it can be time consuming, as there are a squillion leaves to wash and … Continue reading
Ratatouillle, an all vegetable stew made with aubergines, courgettes and tomatoes, has all the hallmarks of great Mediterranean cooking as it is easy to make, deliciously wholesome and, best of all, very versatile. It makes perfect bowl food, eaten on … Continue reading
This delicious soup is a healthy, low calorie option for a quick lunch as it is simple to prepare and only needs a short cooking time. The fennel gives this soup a delicious anise flavour, while the potatoes and celeriac … Continue reading
If you have never tried salt cod before, this recipe is a perfect place to start. I associate this salad with Easter because we always had it on Good Friday, when I was a child and it remains one of … Continue reading
Chestnut mushrooms have a deep, earthy flavour and are high in protein, phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals. They are one of my favourite ingredients as they are very versatile. I love them on toast for a quick lunch, pan fried in … Continue reading
This is a delicious salad which is very popular in Spain where it is often served as a tapa. Continue reading
Easy, healthy and delicious This is one of those easy, store-cupboard recipes that is great to have up your sleeve, especially at times like these, when you can’t simply pop out to the supermarket to restock supplies. All you need … Continue reading
r UPDATE: FURTHER ENDORSEMENT OF CHICKEN SOUP’S HEALING PROPERTIES : On BBC Radio 5 this morning, Dr Clare Gerada described chicken soup as “God’s penicillin” and said that it was the only thing that made her feel better when she … Continue reading
What better way to woo the love of your life than with this quirky Italian pasta recipe? Not only is it guaranteed to create some “Ah’s” and “Oo’s” as it appears from the oven but the combination of melted cheese … Continue reading
This is a Moroccan inspired recipe for chicken which is a delicious alternative to roasting, especially if you like olives as this dish uses a mixture of green and black ones. A traditional Moroccan tagine is the best dish to … Continue reading