I adapted the recipe for pico de gallo by cooking down the onions. This is by no means traditional, but it was the only way Dave would eat this fresh salsa. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pico De Gallo ♥ What is Pico De Gallo? Pico de gallo is a fresh tomato … Continue reading Pico De Gallo
Category: Side Dishes
Broccoli Fritters
This recipe for broccoli fritters is extremely versatile. Don't have broccoli? Use cauliflower instead. Not a fan of rice? Replace it with barley, quinoa or couscous. I cooked my spring onions before adding them to the rest of the ingredients. But you don't have to. The recipe will work just as well with them left … Continue reading Broccoli Fritters
Tartiflette
Close your eyes and imagine taking a bite of cooked potatoes topped with melted cheese. Add to that lardons, white wine and cream and you have the best version of Tartiflette. A meal all in itself, or a great side dish to serve with a hearty red wine such as Nebbiolo. Head straight on to … Continue reading Tartiflette
Frandura Di Montalto
Frandura Di Montalto is a simple peasant dish to be enjoyed warm straight from the oven. Or possible served cold on a picnic. I can well imagine it being taken into the hills of the region to serve as a decent and hearty lunch time meal. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Frandura … Continue reading Frandura Di Montalto
Mint Labneh
Mint labneh This mint labneh is made from strained yoghurt to which fresh mint has been added. The result is a thick and creamy dip, which is perfect for lamb chops. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Mint Labneh ♥ What is labneh? Labneh is a strained yoghurt common to the Arabian Peninsula. … Continue reading Mint Labneh
Ajvar
Traditionally, Ajvar is made from sweet bell peppers and eggplants. This sweet relish stems from the former Yugoslavia and can now be found throughout Southeast Europe. The recipe can be adapted by adding chillies to make it more piquant. I have used Ben's recipe as inspiration. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Ajvar ♥ … Continue reading Ajvar
Aubergine Caviar
This aubergine caviar is going to be my go to addition to a meze platter or brunch. It has the perfect texture and can be served with latkes like I did here, or with a flat bread. In fact, I think it will make the perfect topping on rye bread or pasta. It really is … Continue reading Aubergine Caviar
Latkes
For our joint Passover and Easter brunch, Carli asked me to make latkes. I was surprised how much Dave enjoyed them. And as I hadn't photographed them I made a second batch to enjoy with aubergine caviar. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Latkes ♥ After our paperwork went in to the City … Continue reading Latkes
Tattie Scones
For Burns Night I try and make one traditional Scottish recipe. This year it was tattie scones. Made with potatoes, my Glaswegian friend told me that they were as good as the ones her Mum made. Now, that is high praise indeed. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Tattie Scones ♥ Load shedding … Continue reading Tattie Scones
Roast Carrot Salad
This roast carrot salad has a great concentration of flavour from the cooking, and the dressing. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Roast Carrot Salad ♥ I have a very good friend who sits on the opposite side of the fence from me. I am pro choice, believing everyone should have a right … Continue reading Roast Carrot Salad
Whole Beetroots
Nothing compares to roasted beets in my opinion. But I am always up for something new. These whole beetroots are boiled and served with a yoghurt sauce. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Whole Beetroots ♥ On Monday I had to go to a specific shop to purchase a particular item. While … Continue reading Whole Beetroots
Cauliflower Hummus
This cauliflower hummus is low carb and according to Jax, packed with veggie power. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cauliflower Hummus ♥ Because the holes in my ears start closing as soon as I take my earrings out, I wear sleeper's. These round rings are really plain, and I like to add … Continue reading Cauliflower Hummus
Pickled Red Cabbage
There is never a good time to discover that your backup has failed. I lost photographs for 16 recipes, which is really sad. But thankfully I can get some off instagram and others off my phone. And for my pickled red cabbage I could just head to the fridge and take new ones. Head straight … Continue reading Pickled Red Cabbage
Colcannon Topped With Brown Butter
I am not sure why I have not made colcannon before. It has to be one of the easiest side dishes I have ever made. And it is so tasty. This brown butter version from Nigella Lawson is going to be a regular feature whenever we eat mashed potatoes. Head straight on to the Recipe … Continue reading Colcannon Topped With Brown Butter
Cauliflower Gratin | Fancy Cauliflower Cheese
Just add cheese and it will be better! Here I have taken ordinary cauliflower cheese and added my trusty bacon condiment, to make the tastiest Cauliflower Gratin. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cauliflower Gratin ♥ I spoke on Friday about love, and today, that theme continues. Over twenty years ago I arrived … Continue reading Cauliflower Gratin | Fancy Cauliflower Cheese
Spicy Roast Potatoes
If you need a little bit of change in the way you cook potatoes, then this spicy roast potatoes recipe from Flavour is what you are looking for. The dressing is optional, but I found it perfectly complemented this side dish. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Spicy Roast Potatoes ♥ My Tuesday gym … Continue reading Spicy Roast Potatoes
Curried Carrot Mash As A Side Dish
Yotam suggests serving this curried carrot mash alongside some grilled tofu, haloumi or chicken. I decided to get two recipes on one plate and topped it with beef barbacoa. This recipe was a little effort for great flavour reward. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Curried Carrot Mash ♥ Do you have a … Continue reading Curried Carrot Mash As A Side Dish
Bombay Potatoes
I met Chantelle through this blog in September 2009. She has become an amazing friend, and an even better editor, alerting me to grammar or typo errors on my blog. When she told me she would love a recipe for Bombay potatoes I set out to create one for her. There was a little bit … Continue reading Bombay Potatoes
Potatoes Boulangère | Bakers Potatoes
This recipe for potatoes boulangère comes from my all time favourite chef, Tom Kitchin. He recommends that you use a stock based on the meal you are preparing. So for lamb, use lamb stock, and chicken, chicken stock. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Potatoes Boulangère ♥ It is abundantly obvious that we … Continue reading Potatoes Boulangère | Bakers Potatoes
Avocado Hollandaise For Steamed Asparagus
Whole avocados are so expensive, whether in season or not. It makes buying them prohibitive. But thankfully I can get avocado pulp for a reasonable price and this is what I have used to make my avocado hollandaise. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Avocado Hollandaise ♥ I do not have the patience … Continue reading Avocado Hollandaise For Steamed Asparagus