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Quick Welsh Rarebit
Wednesday, Hump Day, Pet Day! Sitting on the sofa with my furry friends craving Welsh Rarebit. Andrew’s at work, Charlotte’s out and Emma’s at university so it’s just me for lunch and it needs to be quick.…
Chicken Tikka
Warmly spiced with the flavours of cumin, coriander, cardamom, chilli and garam masala, these melt in the mouth chunks of tender chicken are cooked to perfection, on the barbecue or in the oven. I like to serve…
Chicken Risotto with Crispy Sage and Prosciutto
Creamy, buttery, and loaded with chicken, sage and salty prosciutto, this delicious risotto is simple and quick to make, packs a huge flavour punch and will convince your guests you are a genius in the kitchen! I…
- Breakfast and Brunch, Muffins and Loaves, Recipes, Savoury Breakfast and Brunch, Vegetarian Starters and Lunch
Red Leicester and Feta Cheese Muffins with Semi-dried Tomatoes and Olives
Light as a feather but bursting with the flavours of sweet and slightly nutty Red Leicester cheese, salty, creamy feta cheese, the intense and deep flavours of semi-dried tomatoes, sweet basil and Kalamata olives, these vegetarian muffins…
Hot Smoked Salmon and Brown Rice Japanese Salad with Edamame Beans and Sesame
Delicious, flavourful, nutritious Japanese Brown Rice and Salmon Salad bursting with flavour and texture. Beloved by everybody in our family (although I do scoop some of the marinated rice and salmon out for Andrew before I add…
- Fish and Shellfish, Fish and Shellfish, Main Courses, Pasta Dishes, Recipes, Rice, Pasta, Grains and Sides, Starters and Lunch
Crab Pasta with Tomatoes, Garlic, Chilli and Lemon
Sweet white crab with tomatoes, garlic, lemon, wine and chilli, loaded with fresh herbs. Serve with linguine, spaghetti or fettuccine, and perhaps a crisp salad and some ciabatta or fresh/garlic bread on the side. Fresh and zesty…
- Grains and Pulses, Main Courses, Recipes, Rice, Pasta, Grains and Sides, Starters and Lunch, Vegetarian Main Courses, Vegetarian Starters and Lunch
Middle Eastern Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Stew with Red Lentils, Spinach, Coconut and Mint
A delicious, silky Middle Eastern inspired stew loaded with chick peas, red lentils, spinach, butternut squash and sweet potatoes finished with creamy coconut and handfuls of fresh herbs. Serve with cous cous or rice and garnish with…
- Breakfast and Brunch, Fish and Shellfish, Recipes, Rice Dishes, Rice, Pasta, Grains and Sides, Savoury Breakfast and Brunch, Starters and Lunch
Onigiri with Honey Garlic Salmon and Toasted Seaweed
Onigiri are balls of rice, often wrapped in seaweed and usually with some filling which can be meat, fish or vegetable. Great for food on the run, they are sold in Japan in supermarkets, small takeaway shops…
Honey Garlic Salmon Fillets with Soy, Chilli and Lime
Sweet honey, salty soy, tangy lime and a kick of chilli – a delicious sticky moreish sauce coating skinned fillets of sweet salmon. Serve with rice or noodles to absorb all these delightful flavours and dress up…
- Breakfast and Brunch, Family and Pets, Fish and Shellfish, Recipes, Sandwiches and Rolls, Savoury Breakfast and Brunch, Starters and Lunch
White Crab on Sour Dough Toast
Simple name, simple food, exceptionally divine lunch! What can I say? Sometimes the simplest food made from the best ingredients can create the most delicious meals. The sweet and delicate flavoured crab is mixed with some mayonnaise…