Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are a superb side dish especially when you have leftover meat or poultry. The soft slow cooked potatoes with a creamy cheddar
Brandy Butter
Brandy Butter is normally served with Christmas pudding. However serving it with other hot puddings works just as well. Why wait another 12 months? Try
Marinated Beef – Carne Cruda
Marinated Beef – Carne Cruda is a simple Italian recipe based partly on the classic French steak Tartare. The beef is allowed to marinate to
Lemon and Lime Sponge
A Lemon and Lime Sponge has to be one of my favourite cakes. Soft, fresh so refreshing and so easy to bake. The flavours of
Honey and Orange Carrots
Honey and Orange Carrots are a favourite with my children. They are soft and slightly sweet and have an amazing aroma. I cook these in
Caramel Peaches
Caramel Peaches are a lovely French dish to finish a meal. They are sticky with a slight heat from the cinnamon. They are slow cooked
Garlic and Goat Cheese – Crema Formaggio all’Olio
Garlic and Goat Cheese – Crema Formaggio all’Olio is a dish that once you’ve tried, you will go back to again. Ideal as a side
Jalapeño Grits
These Jalapeño Grits are an example of simple ingredients put in the correct quantities and treated properly create amazing dishes. Add jalapeño chillies to the
Flemish Beef Stew
Flemish Beef Stew is called the national dish of Belgium. It is best made in advance so ideal for busy people or those that want
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
Gremolata
Gremolata, a vibrant and aromatic condiment hailing from Italy, extends a warm invitation to elevate dishes with its bright flavours and fragrant charm. This delightful
Corned Beef
Homemade Corned Beef is a perfect example of how easy recipes can be. I adapt this recipe every time adding a chilli or scallions for
Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken Fried Steak without the chicken. Don’t worry this confused me as well. The name arose as you do the same procedure when deep frying
Carrot and Orange Bisque
Carrot and Orange Bisque is a simple soup that combines the flavours of vegetables and fruit. The result is a warming welcoming dish. It can
Lasagna Florentine
Lasagna Florentine is a lovely variation on the traditional Lasagna. This is a vegetarian recipe that uses delicious ingredients such as Ricotta and parmesan. Mixed
Indonesian Fried Noodles – Mie Goreng
Indonesian Fried Noodles – Mie Goreng is a firm favourite of a surf and turf with noodles. The soft pork with the shrimp surrounded but
Meatloaf Burgers
Meatloaf Burgers are a simple American recipe that produces a burger that is tasty, succulent and filling. Why buy fast food when you can prepare
Beef Goulash Soup
Beef Goulash Soup is not actually a soup as such. It’s so much more. Imagine a soup with chunks of beef and vegetables and this
Greek Style Flank Steak
Greek Style Flank Steak is two things. A marinade and the steak. The marinade is amazingly simple Greek Style Flank Steak is a simple yet
Lobster Newburg
Lobster Newburg is a variation on the delightful lobster dishes. Whether it be Thermidor or Americaine, Newburg adds to the impressive lobster recipe. This recipe
It’s Chili Time
It’s Chili Time is one of those recipes that everybody has a different take. However, the flavour is perfect, the heat is just right and
Vegetarian Chili – Slow Cooked
A vegetarian chili – slow cooked makes a lovely change to a normal chilli. The flavours are amazing and the meat is not missed at
Linguini with Squid and Garlic
Linguini with Squid and Garlic is a fast pasta dish that hits the spot every time anytime. The simple ingredients work so well together that
Three Alarm Chilli
Jalapenos, hot chilli powder and hot sausage ingredients that make this a Three Alarm Chili. This amazing slow cooked recipe packs a punch but is
Crab au Gratin
Crab au Gratin is a simple taste of the Carolinas. Furthermore, they are often served in scallop shells and both look and taste amazing. This
She Crab Soup
She Crab Soup is one of those warming soups that hits the spot every time. The combination of crab meat and sherry with the cream,
Mexican Pot Roast
A Mexican Pot Roast is the type of recipe I love. Everything is cooked in one pot or slow cooker and I can do what
Beef Braised in Coffee
Beef Braised in Coffee is not a combination that many people will think of. However it really works well. I use espresso coffee as it
Seafood Gumbo
Seafood Gumbo is usually identified by its dark roux, cooked until it is a colour “a few shades from burning”. The roux is used with
Braised Lettuce with Peas and Lemon
Braised Lettuce with Peas and Lemon is a recipe I would never have looked at until a friend served it. The ingredients are simple but
Greek Beef Stew – Stifado
Greek Beef Stew – Stifado is a Greek stew dish. The word comes from “stufado,” a dish brought to Greece by the Venetians in the
Chicken Polynesian
This is a refreshingly flavoured and simple recipe that includes two perfect companions. Pineapple pieces and Chicken thighs combine to make Chicken Polynesian its worth.
Lobster Americaine
Lobster Americaine is an excellent recipe using Cognac with Madiera Wine or Sherry. The flavours and vibrant colours are amazing. The deep colour from the
Teriyaki Chicken Wings
Teriyaki Chicken Wings for dinner were always a little treat but this time I surprised the family with this recipe. This was the first time
Fried Onion Flakes
Whether these are served as a side dish with steak and chips or fried chicken, they are superb. Fried Onion Flakes are a superb way