Category Archives: RECIPES

Recipe: Prosciutto & Brie Frittata

Here’s something that’s easy to put together and is delicious eaten straight from the pan or served at room temperature, making it perfect for picnics, packed lunches, etc. I usually make one a week using whatever vegetables and cheese I … Continue reading

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Recipe: Chocolate Caramel Fudge Brownies (Gluten-Free)

Rich, dark, chewy, fudge-y, moist and utterly decadent – these brownies are made with ground almonds instead of flour and have an entire can of *boiled, caramelized condensed milk swirled into the batter just prior to baking. The only other … Continue reading

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Recipe: Asian Spiced Turkey Burgers

With the Fourth of July looming (looming in the US, that is), everyone here is already planning what to throw on the barbie/grill to celebrate their independence from us Brits. The usual beefburger fare is traditional and generally delicious, especially … Continue reading

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Recipe: Lemon, Almond & Elderflower Cake

Here’s an adaptation of the wonderful Sicilian clementine cake recipe I posted  back in February; this time it’s made with lemons and has a delightful tang. I used the same amount of sugar because the drizzle of elderflower syrup onto … Continue reading

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Recipe: Shrimp Basil Fried Rice with Garlic & Chili

Ever looked at a bowl of plain leftover rice and felt completely uninspired? Well here’s some inspiration for you; in less than 15 minutes and with very little effort, plain boiled rice can be transformed into a deliciously fragrant and … Continue reading

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Recipe: Roast Salmon with Asian Spices

This has to be one of the most delicious ways to serve a filleted side of salmon, assuming you like Vietnamese or Thai food. It’s very simple to prepare and positively bursting with lots of flavor. Marinate the salmon for … Continue reading

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Recipe – Sweet Potato Crisps

Barely a recipe, I’d been making these just as a treat for my dog until one day I decided to add a touch of pink Himalayan salt before baking them. They were so incredibly good that I now regularly make … Continue reading

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Recipe – Spiced Pear Tarte Tatin

Divinely decadent with buttery, caramelized pears oozing a rich fragrant sauce, this is a relatively simple dessert to make (especially if you use ready-rolled frozen puff pastry) – and it’s utterly drool-worthy. Adapted from a Gordon Ramsey recipe, I recommend … Continue reading

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Recipe: Asian Flatiron Steak Salad with a Lemongrass Dressing

Flatiron, or Butler’s steak as it’s known in the UK, is becoming increasingly popular in restaurants as an economical cut of meat with excellent flavor. I like to marinate it for 24 hours to allow the flavors to really penetrate … Continue reading

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Recipe: Praline Pudding Cake

Here’s another of those wonderful desserts that separates during baking to form a light delicate sponge on top with a luscious sauce underneath. This is a really lovely, nutty treat in the same pudding category as sticky toffee pudding but … Continue reading

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