Our local farm shop had a box of flat mushrooms (1.8kg) for £2.99 this week, so I’ve been inspired to use them in several recipes and this has been one of the favourites! The truffle oil sounds a bit extravagant but it was already in the cupboard and just adds an extra dimension of flavour… Continue reading Mushroom & Thyme Tagliatelle
Our local farm shop had a box of flat mushrooms (1.8kg) for £2.99 this week, so I’ve been inspired to use them in several recipes and this has been one of the favourites! The truffle oil sounds a bit extravagant but it was already in the cupboard and just adds an extra dimension of flavour… Continue reading Mushroom & Thyme Tagliatelle
With Shrove Tuesday looming, I’ve been trying to think of some different pancake recipes to try. The kids love the sweet versions so I thought maybe a savoury recipe would go down well, especially if there’s enough batter left to make some extras for dessert or a breakfast treat the following morning! It’s also a… Continue reading Pork and Apple Cheesy Pancakes
Up until fairly recently, I had never cooked quinoa. I saw it as something served in posh health clubs, at an extortionate cost because it was deemed ‘healthy’ and would therefore probably taste awful! It’s actually quite tasty, a great alternative to rice and pasta, it’s naturally gluten free and is a great source of… Continue reading Halloumi & Soya Bean Quinoa
Up until fairly recently, I had never cooked quinoa. I saw it as something served in posh health clubs, at an extortionate cost because it was deemed ‘healthy’ and would therefore probably taste awful! It’s actually quite tasty, a great alternative to rice and pasta, it’s naturally gluten free and is a great source of… Continue reading Halloumi & Soya Bean Quinoa
If you’ve still got loads of turkey to use up, this recipe is super–quick, easy and transforms left-over meat into a winner with the kids! Satay sounds complicated but it really isn’t, I promise. You can knock up this sauce in a matter of minutes, with the chopping taking the majority of the time! Any… Continue reading Super-Quick Satay Sauce
So, we’ve all eaten too much rich food over Christmas! The kids have consumed enough chocolate to sink a battle ship and just the thought of another rich meal is enough to turn your stomach! It’s time for something virtuous, with not a drop of cream or butter in sight! This recipe is not only… Continue reading Virtuous Thai Turkey Broth
A baked ham is great for Christmas, it is fabulous served hot or cold and the ultimate leftover meat! We bake ham all year round and have experimented with various cooking methods, times and glazes to finally come up with this- The Ultimate Baked Ham Recipe! Though this recipe takes a while to cook, the preparation time… Continue reading The Ultimate Baked Ham Recipe
This is a really quick and easy leek and potato soup recipe that makes a truly warming and hearty meal in the winter months. It’s quick because everything is blended at the end so there’s no need for careful chopping. The thinly sliced potatoes, mean that they cook really quickly and it’s all done in less… Continue reading Quick Leek and Potato Soup with Parmesan Crackers
Flapjacks are so easy to make with relatively few ingredients. They are a great healthy, energy boosting snack, ideal for a quick pick-me-up, sugar craving or even breakfast when you are in a hurry! Though they do contain sugar, if you make them yourself, you control how much goes in and any other ingredients added.… Continue reading Healthy in a Hurry- The Humble Flapjack
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