Carrot and Dill Bisque
Carrot and Dill Bisque is a recipe that combines ingredients that work so well together. The chicken broth adds its unique flavour to the carrot,
Uruguayan Potato Salad – Ensalada Rusa
Uruguayan Potato Salad – Ensalada Rusa is lovely recipe that is delicate yet filling as a side dish. This recipe is different as Carrots and
Penne with Asparagus and Salmon – Penne agli Asparagi e Salmone
Penne with Asparagus and Salmon – Penne agli Asparagi e Salmone is one of my favourite Italian pasta recipes. The mix of salmon and asparagus
Pasta with Walnut Sauce
Pasta with Walnut Sauce is a simple Italian recipe combining clean ingredients to create the perfect sauce. The blended combination of the ricotta with the
Pasta with Fennel Pesto
Pasta with Fennel Pesto is a fast tasty recipe ready within 20 minutes. The penne is cooked al dente. While the amazing parmesan and basil
Stuffed Onions – Cipolle Ripiene
Stuffed Onions – Cipolle Ripiene is a superbly tasting side dish from the lovely Italians. These go so well with meat main dishes that they
Sauteed Broccoli
Sautéed Broccoli or Broccoli Saltati is a divine side dish may takes minutes but is a wealth of flavours. The inclusion of anchovies adds a
Chicken and Spinach Burritos
Chicken and Spinach Burritos is a superb Mexican recipe that is very popular in my home. It is a simple mix of chicken, spinach, other
Cold Basil Soup
With the summer coming soon, Cold Basil Soup will keep you cool. This vegetarian soup may sound strange but is so full of flavour. Not
Penne Nicoise
If you are looking for a quick family dinner then a Penne Nicoise is the answer. A simple Italian dish that takes a bland tuna
Pasta with Amatrice Sauce
Pasta with Amatrice Sauce is a simple meat free dish ideal for vegetarians. The sauce mixed with pasta for a refreshing healthy meal made from
Pasta with Broccoli Raab and Olives
When you ask what are we having for dinner and you hear “Pasta with Broccoli Raab and Olives” it may sound dull. However, this vegetarian
Vinaigrette Dressing
A salad is not a salad without a dressing. A Vinaigrette Dressing is one of the simplest to produce but packs a smooth tasty additional
Spinach Casserole
A Spinach Casserole is a wonderful vegetarian dish that is full of flavour and texture. Adding little extra like nutmeg and water chestnuts takes this
Pasta e Fagioli
Pasta e fagioli, meaning “pasta and beans”, is a traditional Italian dish. The simplicity of the recipe produces amazing flavours and a warmth that is
Pasta with Bleu Cheese
Pasta with Bleu cheese is an easy 15 minute meal that always go down so well. It is simple but when cooked properly is hard
Orange and Olive Salad
Orange and Olive Salad is so simple yet so full of flavour. The combination of freshly sliced oranges and olives make this a gorgeously refreshing
Italian Tomato and Bread Salad – Panzanella
Italian Tomato and Bread Salad – Panzanella is such a simple Italian dish but he main instruction is to let it sit at room temperature
Italian Bologna Style Meat Sauce – Ragu Bolognese
When most people think of Italian cuisine, they think of two dishes; Spaghetti Bolognese and Lasagna. This sauce, Italian Bologna Style Meat Sauce – Ragu Bolognese
Vietnamese Beef Soup – Pho
Vietnamese Beef Soup – Pho is a recipe that is worth the wait. This soup is a meal in its own right with fall apart
Gujarati Carrot Salad
Gujarati Carrot Salad is an easy recipe that creates a spicy Indian hit to a lovely side dish. Using only a few ingredients creates a
Spaghetti with Olives and Capers – Spaghetti alla Vesuviana
Spaghetti with Olives and Capers – Spaghetti alla Vesuviana is an old Neapolitan recipe that is a lovely main dish but also a side dish.
Grilled Vegetable Salad
Grilled Vegetable Salad is a lovely change from the normal salad. Using aubergine, courgette and fennel instead of lettuce etc is brilliant. The flavours grilling
Green Goddess Salad
A Green Goddess Salad is a simple salad that has an amazing dressing that brings everything together. The addition of anchovies into the dressing adds
Greek Country Salad – Horiatiki
A Greek Country Salad – Horiatiki is a beautiful salad made with simple ingredients but a big flavour. It’s made with pieces of tomatoes, sliced
Barley Vegetable Soup
Barley Vegetable Soup is a simply delicious recipe that fills the house with welcoming aromas and makes your mouth water. This vegetarian soup is a
Swedish Beef Hash – Pytt i Panna
Pytt i Panna is a traditional Swedish dish that brings comfort and simplicity to the table. This hearty beef hash, topped with a perfectly fried
German Leek Salad – Lauchsalat
A superb way of using up any left over leeks. This German salad is simple to prepare but the kick of mustard, cider vinegar and
Cornbread
A lovely change from the normal bread mix. The use of cornmeal has made this a staple recipe that is both tasty and filling in
Old Fashioned Baked Beans
The use of molasses and mustard in this recipe make this recipe stand above the others. Old Fashioned baked Beans means you will never buy
Olive Salad – Insalata di Olive
A tasteful quick Italian side salad that is always more popular than you would anticipate. Serve with a fish dish for a perfect accompaniment. An