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Category: Secret Recipe Club

Zucchini Sourdough Bread

Jun 17, 2013May 9, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 43 Comments

This post for my zucchini sourdough bread is in no way a reflection on Erin, my assigned blogger for the month, Debbi, the hostess for Group C, or April. May 21: Today is the day after our May reveal day, and I am browsing Making Memories With Your Kids, my Secret Recipe Club blog for June. … Continue reading Zucchini Sourdough Bread

Linguine Marinara Con Ricotta

May 20, 2013Apr 5, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 71 Comments

Time is not my friend most months as over and above work commitments I also have blogging commitments. This all has to fit in with going to gym, running a household, being a good wife and having a social life. Over and above that, house building is a priority most weekends. I try to schedule … Continue reading Linguine Marinara Con Ricotta

Broccoli And Crayfish Pasta

Apr 22, 2013Mar 14, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 66 Comments

Using seasonal produce and locally sourced shellfish, I made Broccoli And Crayfish Pasta for the Secret Recipe Club. This month, my assigned blogger for The Secret Recipe Club was Sara from Cook with Sara. Sara loves to cook and eat and thankfully for us, share her recipes. I love her mom's philosophy on cooking as it … Continue reading Broccoli And Crayfish Pasta

Coriander And Avocado Salad Dressing

Mar 18, 2013Feb 14, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 74 Comments

When avocados are in season make this Coriander And Avocado Salad Dressing. This month I was given Kate's Kitchen as my Secret Recipe Club blogger. Kate is a financial planner by profession, who lives to eat and has therefore learned to cook. Her love for food comes through very clearly on her blog. We have many things in common. … Continue reading Coriander And Avocado Salad Dressing

Banana Crumpets | The Secret Recipe Club

Feb 18, 2013Jan 24, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 60 Comments

I made banana crumpets as my choice for The Secret Recipe Club. At the end of January, two things happened which were serendipitous. The first was that when I went to get my daily banana out of the fruit bowl, I noticed that all of them were over ripe. Our summer days are very hot, … Continue reading Banana Crumpets | The Secret Recipe Club

Mixed Berry Jam With Ginger And Lime

Jan 31, 2013Jan 18, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 35 Comments

Belonging to The Secret Recipe Club means that once a month I get to read a whole lot of new blogs. Some of them then become regular places to visit and others I might not see again for a while. In May of 2012 I found a recipe for raspberry jam with ginger and chilli … Continue reading Mixed Berry Jam With Ginger And Lime

Orange Berry Muffins

Jan 21, 2013Dec 3, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 50 Comments

These orange berry muffins are the perfect snack for before you go to gym. Or after training. Or even just because you feel like it. This month for The Secret Recipe Club, I was assigned Christine’s Kitchen Chronicles.  Christine’s real life job is as an engineer and she comes from a family of cooks. Even … Continue reading Orange Berry Muffins

Berry Tart | Fresh Berry Tart For #SRC

Sep 17, 2012Aug 16, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 43 Comments

This berry tart was made as my submission for this months' Secret Recipe Club. This month, my SRC assignment arrived in my inbox during a very busy period. I had appointments with Doctors, Optometrists etc. for my annual check ups, and I left the email lurking until I had a few spare moments to peruse A Tale … Continue reading Berry Tart | Fresh Berry Tart For #SRC

Chicken Pot Pie | Secret Recipe Club

Aug 20, 2012Jul 19, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 56 Comments

I used black beans in this chicken pot pie recipe even though Dave is not really into them as they change the colour of the food. Debbi, our new hostess for The Secret Recipe Club is on the ball, and sent out our assignments the weekend after our reveal. This month I am getting to know … Continue reading Chicken Pot Pie | Secret Recipe Club

Parmesan Meatballs With Saffron Pasta

Jul 23, 2012Jun 21, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 42 Comments

The Secret Recipe Club is a monthly challenge that I really love participating in! I have been taking part since August 2011 and each month I am get to meet a new blogger! This month I got to visit with SteakNPotatoesKindaGurl - Desi is a psych major (I am too) and has just listed her 30x30 - 30 … Continue reading Parmesan Meatballs With Saffron Pasta

Pasta With Roasted Tomatoes

Jun 18, 2012May 20, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 68 Comments

I love it when The Secret Recipe Club challenge arrives in my inbox! Even when I am very busy and think I might not have time to get it all done for the month. This month I was assigned Melissa's Cuisine and I spent a morning reading through her blog. Melissa's husband Mike is certainly very lucky … Continue reading Pasta With Roasted Tomatoes

Lemon Garlic Linguine With Prawns

May 21, 2012Apr 16, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 56 Comments

I am submitting this recipe for Lemon Garlic Linguine With Prawns to Presto Pasta Nights, which is being hosted this week by Rachel, The Crispy Cook The Secret Recipe Club challenge is a great way to meet new bloggers. This month, I got to read more about Carrie who blogs over at Carrie's Sweet Life. Carrie has … Continue reading Lemon Garlic Linguine With Prawns

Pak Choi And Carrot Meatballs

Apr 23, 2012Mar 19, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 48 Comments

I made Pak Choi And Carrot Meatballs for the Secret Recipe Club. This month, I have been assigned Lick The Spoon for The Secret Recipe Club challenge. The name of the blog conjures up images of cake baking and offering the spoon to Dave - something he loves to do. It also reminds me of my … Continue reading Pak Choi And Carrot Meatballs

Fettucine With Ground Beef And Alfredo Sauce

Mar 19, 2012Feb 18, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 56 Comments

I am submitting this for recipe for Fettucine With Ground Beef And Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce to Presto Pasta Nights, which is being hosted this week by Juli of Pictures of All My Princesses When I joined The Secret Recipe Club, my first post was a slight let down, as the person I was assigned did … Continue reading Fettucine With Ground Beef And Alfredo Sauce

Three Cheese Chicken Alfredo Bake

Feb 20, 2012Feb 10, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 82 Comments

This month I have been assigned Plain Chicken for The Secret Recipe Club. I am in a new group as I wanted a later posting date, and so I am about to meet a whole lot of new bloggers, Steph being the first. Steph is from Alabama - a place I remember well from my trip to … Continue reading Three Cheese Chicken Alfredo Bake

Creamy Pasta With Beef And Sundried Tomatoes

Dec 12, 2011Nov 18, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 72 Comments

I am loving being in The Secret Recipe Club, as I have met so many bloggers! The time difference is the only thing that does not work well for me - the afternoon's for me are busy, and so I only get to the posts the day after they are published. This month my assigned … Continue reading Creamy Pasta With Beef And Sundried Tomatoes

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Nov 14, 2011Jun 26, 2019 ~ Tandy ~ 70 Comments

Today is reveal day for The Secret Recipe Club! I wonder who got my blog? This month I was assigned Nestlé Kitchens. This is a collaborative blog about good food, and good life. Three bloggers currently contribute to this blog and I had no idea where to even start looking for something to create for … Continue reading Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Meatloaf | Secret Recipe Club

Oct 17, 2011Sep 5, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 66 Comments

Last month for The Secret Recipe Club, my blog assignment was *jam hands*, and Ali (plus the post) made me feel so much better about being a part of this group.  This month I have been assigned Crumbs and Chaos. These four sisters feed 10 children and one of the things I love about this blog … Continue reading Meatloaf | Secret Recipe Club

Herb Crusted Pork Belly

Aug 22, 2011Jul 21, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 53 Comments

Looking for the perfect Sunday roast? Then look no further than this recipe. I made Herb Crusted Pork Belly for The Secret Recipe Club, as an adaption of a recipe that called for untrimmed pork loin. I just loved the idea of The Secret Recipe Club when I saw it and I have joined up. Each … Continue reading Herb Crusted Pork Belly

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