Chicken Bolognese
Some people may consider it an insult to an Italian classic. However, Chicken Bolognese is a simple variation that is full of flavour and offer...
Category : Vegetables
A Vegetable is part of a plants that is consumed as part of a savoury meal. Everybody knows about carrots, potatoes, onions but there are far more that are not so well known but just as tasty.
We have a wide selection of recipes for you to enjoy and share with your friends.
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Vegetables are so versatile that you can bake them, roast them, fry them, deep fry them and boil them!! They can be covered with honey for a sweet dish, spices for a hot dish and plain for a simple dish. They can be chopped, diced, sliced and mashed, whole, halved, hot or cold. Finally many can be eaten cooked or raw.
Simple Roast Turkey
A Simple Roast Turkey is an essential during business holiday periods. this recipe is one of my favourite as it takes a slightly different route...
Vegetable Stew – Guiso de Verduras
Vegetable Stew – Guiso de Verduras is a superb Italian recipe for those cold evenings. The warmth of the stew comes from the red, green...
Nectarine Barbecue Sauce
Nectarine Barbecue Sauce is a lovely sweet fruity sauce that is ideal for chicken and pork on BBQs. The fruit flavour is not overwhelming but...
Vegetable Chilli
Vegetable Chilli is a lovely variation of a traditional chilli. Using onions, red pepper, courgettes, mushrooms and carrots for body, texture and amazing flavour. I...
Refried Beans – Frijoles Refritos
This simple recipe makes the shop purchased ones look second rate at best. This is a works every time. Refried Beans – Frijoles Refritos is...
Baked Rainbow Trout
Baked Rainbow Trout is a lovely recipe that even I can do correctly. The ingredients are simple, the instructions are easy but the result is...
Shrimp Remoulade
Shrimp Remoulade is simply amazing dish that blends mayonnaise with herbs, capers, spices and pickles. This is a New Orleans version as I love to include...
Lamb Coconut Curry
Lamb Coconut Curry is a recipe I normally have once a month after I have cooked roast lamb. Lamb holds the flavour of the coconut...
Vietnamese Style Chicken Stock
Vietnamese Style Chicken Stock is a lovely simple variation on the western chicken stock. While this dish starts with chicken broth/stock it is further flavoured...
Mexican Rice – Arroz a la Mexicana
Mexican Rice – Arroz a la Mexicana is a true favourite of mine. Its a meal on its own and with the rice being cooked...
Okra Masala
Exploring the Exotic: Okra Masala Step into the world of Indian cuisine, where spices dance on your palate and every dish has a story of...
Ham and Pasta Leftovers
Ham and Pasta Leftovers is a simple and flavourful recipe to use up leftover ham. Heating it up in water and then cooking the pasta...
Chicken Leftover Soup
Chicken Leftover Soup is one of my favourite soup recipes. Using leftover chicken pieces including the carcass adds so much flavour that you don’t get...
Scotch Eggs
Scotch eggs are a traditional British dish consisting of soft or hard-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage meat. Then coated in breadcrumbs, and then deep-fried or...
Herbed Sweet Potato Skins
Sweet potatoes are renowned for their natural sweetness and versatility and this dish is a savory twist on a classic favorite. While many enjoy them...
Mini Marmalade & Poppy Seed Loaves
Mini Marmalade & Poppy Seed Loaves are a delicate little snack that everybody loves. These are ideal for breakfast/brunch, in a snack, picnic or lunchboxes....
Chayote Salad – Ensalada de Chayote
Chayote Salad – Ensalada de Chayote is a lovely Mexican dish that is overlooked in much of the world. Chayote is an edible plant belonging...
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...
Oatcakes and Scrambled Eggs
Oatcakes and Scrambled Eggs is a beautiful dish start the day. Homemade oatcakes and soft delicate scrambled eggs topped with chives creates an amazing dish....
Shrimp and Corn Chowder
A simple one pot wonder. Shrimp and Corn Chowder is a delight and ready within 20 minutes. The ingredients work so well together that this...
Hot Avocado Dip
Hot Avocado Dip is a simple yet wonderful dish. Combining the fresh ripe avocado with the finely chopped onion and celery gives so much body...
Shrimp Paste
Shrimp Paste is an old recipe that always hits the spot. Served with toast normally at breakfast for a healthy start to the day or...
Zesty Honey Sauce
Zesty Honey Sauce is a delightful extra to put on the table. The hit of chilli sauce with the Worcestershire Sauce gives it a buzz that...
Braised Pork with Mushrooms and Butterbeans
A lovely warming welcoming dish that is easy to produce and so full of flavour. Braised Pork with Mushrooms and Butterbeans is a lovely main...
Zucchini Salad – Ensalada de Calabacitas
Zucchini Salad – Ensalada de Calabacitas is a very tasty Mexican salad made from cooked zucchini/courgette. The flavour and texture compliments the scallions/spring onions and...
Borracho Beans – Frijoles Borrachos
Borracho Beans – Frijoles Borrachos is a warming Mexican side dish with jalapenos and onion and garlic. The Pinto Beans add such a lovely body...
Gooey Lamb Chops
Gooey Lamb Chops are fast, sticky and tasty. What more do you want!!!! This lamb easy recipe is fail safe and even I can do...
Roast Tomato Rubbed Toast
Roast Tomato Rubbed Toast – This is a lovely change to the normal breakfast. The addition is mushroom and spinach add an entirely new twist and...
Tortilla-Ball Soup – Sopa de Bolitas de Tortilla
Tortilla-Ball Soup – Sopa de Bolitas de Tortilla is a delicate soup using tortillas as a base. The garlic, sweetcorn and onions create a lovely...
Noodle Soup – Sopa de Fideos
Noodle Soup – Sopa de Fideos is a simple dish that packs a delightful flavours all year round. Shops in Mexico sell packages of dried...
The Breakfast Stack
For a tasty low calorie weekend breakfast, try this hot breakfast option – easy to make and even easier to enjoy! The Breakfast Stack makes...
Onion Rings
Onion Rings go best with one thing Steak. The crispy coating with a soft onion inside is a pleasure to dunk and east with a...
Philippine Stuffed Eggplant – Rellenong Talong
Philippine Stuffed Eggplant Rellenong Talong is also known as eggplant omelette. It is a Philippine recipe made by pan-frying boiled eggplants dipped in an egg...
Mexican Soup – Sopa a la Mexicana
Mexican Soup – Sopa a la Mexicana is what I call a real chicken soup. It is full of flavour, chicken breasts, prime vegetables such...
Taco Salad
A Taco Salad is a wonderfully simple dish that is full of flavour, visually appealing and fun to eat. I often turn the recipe upside...