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Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff would have to be one of the ultimate comfort foods around. Rich and creamy, full of hearty mushrooms and beef it is one of those delightfully comforting dishes. I find that I seem to crave a big bowl of strog when the weather starts to get cold and it will usually make several […]
Finger Food
Lamb & Eggplant Meatballs
Lamb and eggplant – you are a match made in Mediterranean heaven! Seriously, it is one of those combinations that just work together no matter how you pair them. When cooked together lamb and eggplant a roast, salad or pasta dish are all divine. So when I was looking to create something for an afternoon […]
Easy Lemon Curd Tartlets
These Easy Lemon Curd Tartlets make for the perfect entertaining dessert. They are quick and easy to make yet taste decadent and delicious. And the fact that they can be made entirely from store bought ingredients makes them even more appealing! No one would ever know they took less than ten minutes to put together. […]
Spanish Meatballs
Meatballs are a food that is found all over the world. So many countries have their own version and more often than not they are little balls of goodness. From Kofta to Polpette, Bitterballen to Tsukune meatballs form part of most cultures cuisine. Spain is no different with Spanish meatballs or Albondigas as they are […]
Soups, Salads & Sides
Haloumi and Greens Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette
I’m starting to think that this Haloumi and Greens Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette might just be my new favourite thing. It’s one of those dishes that is fantastic in its simplicity. It combines so many of my favourite things to eat – haloumi, pesto, macadamias and broccolini. It’s quick and easy to make. And it’s […]
Healthy Beef Chow Mein
Who knew there was such a thing as a Healthy Beef Chow Mein? I certainly didn’t! I think of loads of slippery noodles in a rich and slightly sweet sauce. Something a little bit naughty. But when I was asked to come up with a lighter version, I saw it as a bit of a […]
Thai Beef Salad
I think this Thai Beef Salad might just be my new favourite salad! I was in the mood for something light and healthy, quick and easy to make and packed full of flavour. The weather was warm and a salad of sorts was really all I felt like eating. It had been a while since […]
Mexican Chicken Soup
You may have noticed I’m rather fond of simple Mexican flavours. Be it my Healthy Taco Bowl, my Chicken Fajitas or my Taco Bowl Soup I really love the flavours from that part of the world. And this Mexican Chicken Soup is a treasure to go into that category! There is so much to love […]
Quick Chicken and Corn Soup
Gosh I love discovering recipes like this quick Chicken and Corn Soup. Creating something delicious out of not much is one of my favourite ways to cook! It came about when I was trying to eat down the fridge without shopping prior to going on holidays. The fridge was looking pretty bleak by this stage. […]
Roast Pumpkin and Sage Soup
Now I have to admit something. I don’t like pumpkin. I really don’t It’s one of those vegetables that I find too sweet, especially when roasted. So it rarely makes an appearance in our house, even though hubby just loves it. However I do make a mean pumpkin soup and my Roast Pumpkin and Sage […]