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Split Pea Soup
Split pea soup is a comforting and nourishing dish that has been cherished for generations. The particular recipe hails once again from my Grandmothers time. Made from dried split peas, this hearty soup offers a satisfying flavour that warms the soul, making it perfect for chilly days or cozy evenings. With its humble ingredients and simple preparation, […]
Bakewell tart
Bakewell Tart is renowned for its delicate balance of textures and flavours. At its heart lies a crisp and buttery shortcrust pastry base, providing the perfect foundation for the layers to come. The tart is then generously filled with a layer of raspberry jam, adding a sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the richness of the […]
Tuna stewed rice
This recipe is the ever popular “go to” when you don’t know what to make, and there are only staple ingredients in the cupboards as you haven’t had time to go food shopping. It’s an easy recipe to follow, and if you bake the rice as opposed to stewing it on the hob, it becomes foolproof. […]
Chicken in beer and orange sauce
This is one of my favourite chicken recipes. Easy to make and so so tasty. Unless you really like the taste of beer, use a blonde or light beer so that there is no bitter aftertaste. The orange juice will sweeten the sauce and balance the flavours perfectly. This dish can be served with mashed potatoes, […]
Chicken Pepitoria
This recipe is one of the first dishes in my grandmother’s notebook. I remember eating this very often as it was one of my grandfather’s favourites. The nice thing about this dish, is that you get to soak up the remaining sauce with your bread after all the food has been consumed, which in my […]
Lentil Stew
This Spanish-style lentil stew is easy to make with very simple ingredients. Once again my grandmother’s recipe comes to the rescue, and although she added Chorizo and Morcilla ( blood pudding) to hers, I more often than not omit them and proceed to make up the vegetarian option. It never ceases to amaze me how […]