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About edibletcetera

I'm passionate about food; I cook, photograph, eat...then writes about it in that order. I'm also an occasional restaurant critic and caterer; a former newspaper columnist; author; social media/marketing communications; world traveler; dog lover; skier...and wit, (according to those who know me).

Recipe – Almond & Elderflower Cake

This is a lovely moist cake that would be perfect as an afternoon tea treat; the combination of ground almonds and elderflower syrup means you’ll almost need a spoon to eat it. Elderflower syrup (or cordial) isn’t as widely available … Continue reading

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Recipe – Truffled Mac ‘n Cheese with Wild Mushrooms & Artichoke Hearts

I recently bought a cookbook that aimed to include highly nutritious ‘superfoods’ in each recipe – the book contained some interesting ideas and one in particular caught my eye; this one in fact. Unfortunately, the recipe in question contained errors … Continue reading

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Recipe – Sticky Spiced Blood Oranges

Wandering around my local supermarket the other day I spied a bag of glorious little blood oranges and as they’re only in season occasionally, I had to grab them. The fragrance and deep ruby color of their juice is absolutely … Continue reading

Posted in Desserts, Gluten Free Desserts, Made in Under 30 mins, Vegan | 9 Comments

Recipe: Tuscan Kale & White Bean Soup with Sausage

Kale is referred to as a ‘superfood’ these days. I’ve always thought it was super and have been adding it to soups for as long as I can remember. This is my version of a classic Tuscan recipe – drop … Continue reading

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Recipe – Gratin of Spinach, Leeks and Roasted Peppers

Can’t get your team to eat enough vegetables? Try this gratin of fresh spinach, leeks and roasted red peppers that’s baked with just the right amount of cheese to make it more tempting than the usual pile of unadorned greens. … Continue reading

Posted in Vegetables / Vegetarian | 2 Comments

Recipe: Grilled Chicken with Chili, Lemon, Mint & Saffron

Here’s another very easy recipe for those days when you look at the packet of boneless, skinless chicken pieces in your fridge and have no idea what to do with them. The marinade creates some welcome heat and spice on … Continue reading

Posted in Indian & Asian Cuisine, Poultry | 4 Comments

Recipe – Sauteed Mushrooms with Garlic & Melted Stilton

If you like the idea of hot, buttery, garlicky mushrooms smothered in gooey melted cheese then you’ll love this wickedly good appetizer. English Stilton cheese is mouthwateringly tangy but you could use any good blue cheese such as Gorgonzola or … Continue reading

Posted in Made in Under 30 mins, Salads & Appetizers, Vegetables / Vegetarian | 10 Comments

Recipe: Lime Tart

Unlike traditional Key Lime Pie which is delicious but heavily loaded with calories, this light and luscious version substitutes ricotta and fat-free condensed milk for the usual full-fat stuff. I used the larger Persian limes here which is why ‘Key … Continue reading

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Recipe: Baked Eggplant with Smoked Cheese, Anchovies & Tomato

Not strictly a vegetarian recipe as it has anchovies but this substantial appetizer will delight the occasional fish eater who considers themselves ‘almost vegetarian’ – and those of you who simply crave good, rustic food bursting with Mediterranean flavors, will … Continue reading

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Recipe: Mushroom Pulao

Here’s one of those authentic Asian Indian rice dishes to add to your repertoire of Indian recipes that’s versatile enough to serve with any grilled fish or meat; in fact whenever you’re thinking of serving rice on the side, try … Continue reading

Posted in Indian & Asian Cuisine, Vegan, Vegetables / Vegetarian | 2 Comments