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Choc Orange Olive Oil Mousse
Chocolate mousse and olive oil. Now that is a combination that until recently I never would’ve considered possible. I saw a Nigella variation of this olive oil mousse not that long ago on television one night. I was intrigued. Chocolate mousse is an absolute favourite of mine and I have used the same recipe for […]
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 […]
Spanish Tortilla
Gosh I love a piece of tortilla. It’s the perfect simple dish with so few ingredients but packed full of flavour. It’s amazing as part of a Spanish Feast, served warm or cold with a selection of other delicious delights. Or just as wonderful on its own with a fresh green salad to accompany. And […]
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 […]
Gnocchi with Pesto, Bacon and Tomatoes
This pesto gnocchi dish is a recurring favourite for Friday or Sunday night dinner in our house. For me it really is a dish made from fridge and pantry staples. I always have a packet or two of gnocchi in the cupboard, bacon in the fridge and tomatoes on the bench. And more often than […]
Roast Mushrooms with Eye Fillet and Zucchini
Large roast mushrooms really say it’s wintertime don’t you think? I do and when I was grocery shopping and saw these gorgeous giant mushrooms I knew I needed to roast some up to have with our steaks for dinner that night. It was a cold day and I was seeking something comforting to eat and […]
Simple Rocket Pesto
A delicious pesto recipe can be such a saviour in the kitchen. They’re quick to make, so full of flavour and can be used in so very many dishes. I do love a traditional pesto, full of basil, toasted pine nuts and Parmesan goodness. However, I find myself experimenting with other herbs and nuts for […]
Super Breakfast Smoothie
I love a good breakfast smoothie. Who doesn’t? They are quick to make and tasty to start the day with. And there are soooo many options! Berries, mangoes, bananas, green things or a combination? Milk, a bit of juice or coconut water? Ice? Yoghurt? Any other additions like protein powders or something sweet? The smoothie […]
Barramundi with Ginger Broth and Green Veg
I can tell that the weather has cooled lately just by the food I have been cooking and dreaming about. Gone are the salads and stir frys of warmer weather and in have come soups, stews and warming comfort food. There’s nothing better than tucking into a bowl of tasty goodness that warms from the […]
Broccolini Soup
I was out tidying the vegetable garden yesterday after neglecting it for a week. There was an armful of tomatoes, a few zucchini and more broccolini than I could’ve imagined! The broccolini was ready to flower so needed to be picked and used. Given the cooler weather at the moment, a Broccolini Soup seemed the […]