Eggs Benedict – Old School
Eggs Benedict is a traditional American breakfast or brunch dish that consists of two halves of an English muffin each of which is topped with...
Category : Herbs
Herbs are one of the most important elements in cooking. Without them, meal would be bland with far less flavour and visual appeal. We have a directory of the commonly used ones in our Herb Directory. The herbs themselves have no nutritional value the real success comes in the flavour and aromas they impart into dishes.
Chimichurri Marinade
Chimichurri Marinade is a popular green or red sauce that is believed to have originated in Argentina and Uruguay. It is used as a marinade...
Fruit Salsa
Fruit Salsa is a deliciously refreshing combination of fruit and salad vegetables. The crunch of the cucumber, freshness of the tomatoes and the sweetness of...
Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup
Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup is a superb example of the food of Vietnam. The ingredients and techniques are simple but produce the maximum flavour...
Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet Potato Wedges have replaced normal fries in my house. These delights are simple to make, hold a lot of flavour, quick to cook and...
Tomato Sauce
Homemade Tomato Sauce is a fundamental recipe that every cook should know. This recipe can be added to Quick Meatballs, Oriental Meatballs and a large number of...
Beef Pho
Beef Pho is called the national dish of Vietnam. When you have tasted it, you can understand. The amazing flavours of the noodles in fish...
Tequila Shrimp
Tequila Shrimp is a stunning recipe that brings out the full flavour of the shrimp. The tequila is actually cooked out so thy are not...
Cold Split Pea Soup with Mint
Cold Split Pea Soup with Mint is a superb vegetarian soup that is as full of flavour as its colour. The soups flavour is taken...
Parsley Tomatoes
Parsley Tomatoes are a simple side dish that is refreshing and tasty and goes with most dishes. Serve as a side dish or a starter,...
Herbed Goat Cheese Spread
Herbed Goat Cheese Spread is very easy to produce but looks good and tastes even better. Serve as part of a cheese board, as a...
Osso Buco with Gremolata
Osso Buco with Gremolata is one of my favourite dishes. i always used to order this at restaurants but then discovered this recipe. Now I...
Balsamic Eggplant
Balsamic Eggplant is an amazing flavoursome vegetarian dish. I first tried this at a friends house and was hooked. The marinade transforms a delicious vegetable...
Eggs Poached in Wine
Eggs Poached in Wine is a totally different method to poach an egg. However reduce the sauce and the recipe becomes alive. Using red wine...
Chicken Mediterranean
Chicken Mediterranean is a lovely combination of classic ingredients. The moist chicken breasts, potatoes and garlic with lemon juice, olives and rosemary makes a dish...
Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan is a scrumptious vegetarian of the Italian classic chicken parmesan. Using eggplant or aubergine coated in herbed breadcrumbs creates a lovely texture which...
Tarragon Chicken and Mushroom Casserole
Tarragon Chicken and Mushroom Casserole is one of my mothers favourite dishes. I haven’t eaten it in years until I moved back to my home...
Indian Curried Potatoes and Peas (Alu Mattar)
Indian Curried Potatoes and Peas (Alu Mattar) is one of my favourite Indian side dishes. The potatoes are lovely and soft and have a spice...