Category : Spice
Without Spice food would be boring and comparatively tasteless. We have created a library of spices and a library of recipes that use them to enhance the flavour. The range of spices is vast and covers the entire world. Every continent has its own spice which has helped to improve the taste and texture of our recipes.
Where would we be without Curry Powder or Turmeric or one of the best known spices Garlic. Imagine having Moules Mariniere without Garlic or Tarka Dal without Turmeric? Many people don’t appreciate how much added flavour Spices give to a recipe. Without them, the food would be boring and bland.
Chicken Satay Skewers
Chicken Satay Skewers is a dish that I grill during the cooler months and BBQ in the warmer months. This Thai recipe is easy to...
Clare’s Butter Chicken
Clare’s Butter Chicken is a silky smooth Indian curry dish full of flavours that is hard not to love. This has become a favourite in...
Shrimp with Chorizo Rice
Shrimp with Chorizo Rice is a lovely South American main dish that has warmth, texture and flavour in harmony. I add chorizo for the extra...
Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs
Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs is a firm favourite nowadays. The marinade is a pleasure to eat and takes chicken thighs to a new level. Served...
Quick Apple Turnovers
Quick Apple Turnovers are a delicious surprise that is hard to beat. They are very easy snacks for family and friends and always make the...
Mustard and Honey Glazed Ham
Mustard and Honey Glazed Ham is one of my essential Christmas recipes that is full of flavour. Served as a main dish or as a...
Fast Curry Dip
Fast Curry Dip is a lovely change from the normal thousand island dressing and the boring shop brought dips. It packs a warming punch and...
Salmon and Shrimp
Salmon and Shrimp is a simple recipe that is so full of flavour and texture. Whether you use a large side of salmon or pre...
Homemade Pumpkin Pie
Homemade Pumpkin Pie is a cinch to bake and very very tasty. Ideal for traditional festivities such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. However it can be...
Quick Chicken Fajitas
Quick Chicken Fajitas recipe is an excellent dish that is ready from start to finish in only 25 minutes. Full of exciting ingredients such a...
Easy Beef Burrito
This Easy Beef Burrito recipes is a game changer. The beef sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for a couple...
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese is a simple but so tasty adaptation of the old Mac and Cheese. Adding Cauliflower as an additional element boosts the...
Sambar Vegetable Curry
Sambar Vegetable Curry is a lentil based vegetarian curry that is really full of flavour with a lovely warmth. I have served this as a...
Roasted Pork Belly with Apple
Roasted Pork Belly with Apple is a lovely sticky recipe that is easy to produce. The apples and shallots melt into a glorious softness. In...
Tandoori Marinade
Tandoori Marinade is such a simple recipe that you will use it again and again. I make this marinade a day in advance to make...
Thai Red Curry
Most people have tried and enjoyed a Thai Green Curry but not its hotter relative. A Thai Red Curry has more chillies cooked in it,...
Beef Samosa
I have always loved a Beef Samosa. Whether it be as a side dish or snack it doesn’t matter. They are small enough not to...
Broiled Pineapple Rings
Broiled Pineapple Rings are a superb dessert on their own or as a side dish to a bowl of ice cream. Either way, they are...
Chimichangas
Chimichangas are a Mexican–American fusion large burrito prepared with a choice of meat, vegetables and spices. They can be deep-fried or baked to perfection. These...
Slow Cooked Chicken in Honey Mustard Sauce
This is a very easy recipe to follow and for the slow cooker to do all of the work. Slow Cooked Chicken in Honey Mustard Sauce...
Red Pepper Sauce
Red Pepper Sauce is a thing of beauty. The American sauce contains Tabasco Sauce, Cayenne Pepper and Red Pepper Flakes give this sauce the colour...
Spicy Marinated Mushrooms
Spicy Marinated Mushrooms are a heavenly starter and side dish for any meal. The kick of jalapenos gives a warming hit whilst the soft delicate...
Spiced Peach Muffins
Spiced Peach Muffins are a thing of beauty. The sweetness of the peaches combined with the allspice, nutmeg and cinnamon makes this a perfect snack....
Cajun Style Shrimp
Cajun Style Shrimp is a simple recipe that packs so much flavour. The marinade that you can use for so many other dishes. The result...
Tarka Dal
Tarka Dal, a cherished dish in South Asian cuisine, warmly invites diners into a world of rich flavours and cultural traditions. This humble yet heart...
Apple Glazed Chicken Drumsticks
This has to be a favourite with us. When you have had the same old takeaway time after time try this recipe. The Apple glazed...
Pear & Cinnamon Bircher Muesli
It’s not often that hospital food becomes gourmet. Bircher Muesli was originally invented by Swiss physician Maximillian Bircher-Benner for his hospital patients over a century...