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Mustard Tart
This recipe came from a lovely French family friend many years ago. It’s been floating around in our family for close to thirty years now with my mother making it for the family and now my sisters and I all make a version of it. There is much debate between us to the layering of […]
Finger Food
Jamon, Artichoke & Manchego Empanadas
When I started thinking about my recent Spanish Feast, I knew that Empanadas were required as part of the menu. There is something so moreish about them, with their crisp flaky pastry goodness. What’s better than a little bite or two of pastry filled with savoury goodness? Not much I reckon! I pondered quite a […]
Snapper and Crab Cakes
These Snapper and Crab Cakes make me think of my dad. He has been making the original Rick Stein Crab Cake version for as long as I can remember and they are always a favourite. This version is based off his original recipe with the main seafood coming from the snapper instead of crab. And […]
Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a delicious dip that is utilised in so many recipes. It is amazing on its own eaten with veggie sticks, pita bread or crackers. Or it can provide a lovely cooling balance to a rich roast lamb. And it provides a delicious sauce on a wrap with just about any filling. Plus it makes […]
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 […]