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This grape leather was made using seedless red grapes as soon as they came into season. Spices have been added for flavouring and cornflour used to thicken the fruit leather. I did not add any sugar to this recipe which made it perfect for me. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Grape Leather … Continue reading Grape Leather
This bakewell mug cake takes 5 minutes to make, and it is the perfect treat for when you feel like something sweet, and don't feel like baking something that takes ages in the oven. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Bakewell Mug Cake ♥ Bakewell puddings and tarts I can clearly remember the … Continue reading Bakewell Mug Cake
This onion chilli relish is super spicy. It is the perfect condiment to keep in your fridge to add zing to any dish. In Onwards, Karen calls this walnut chilli 'crisp' but I have renamed it as the walnuts to me are a side note. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Onion Chilli … Continue reading Onion Chilli Relish
Stufato Di Melanzane is an eggplant stew using what I would consider traditional Sicilian ingredients. I would usually steer away from recipes that have cooked sulatanas in them but I love using aubergines in different ways. This made a generous portion which was used not only for lunch, but with pasta for supper. Head straight … Continue reading Stufato Di Melanzane
I had some lamb mince which I used to make meatballs, and served them with this mint hummus in pita breads, for lunch. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Mint Hummus ♥ I don't think we ever go overseas without some crisis happening in the days before we leave. One year a truck … Continue reading Mint Hummus
Ginger forms part of my daily diet as I have a generous slice of it in my morning smoothie. I love the depth of flavour this spice adds to savoury dishes, and adore it in desserts. So, when Sherry posted her recipe for a double ginger cake, I printed it out straight away. And made … Continue reading Double Ginger Cake
This honey and almond sponge is a must bake cake. It was super tasty, and extremely moist. And it lasted 4 days despite the fact I could have eaten the entire loaf in one day. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Honey And Almond Sponge ♥ I am an avid listener of podcasts, and … Continue reading Honey And Almond Sponge
Sheree made these last October and as soon as I saw her recipe I knew I had to make them. I adapted the recipe slightly, and the result is a bitter chocolate fudge that is really good. Especially if you do not like your treats too sweet. If you prefer a sweeter fudge I would … Continue reading Bitter Chocolate Fudge
Ajo is the Spanish word for garlic, which is the base of the white soup, ajoblanco. The base is made from almonds and water and is thickened with bread. Served cold, the acidity is derived from a good Spanish vinegar and olive oil is used to balance the flavours. This recipe is my take on … Continue reading Ajoblanco
These savoury roasted nuts make for a great snack. I keep some in the pantry so I can grab handfuls when I am in the mood. Plus they are great to keep in your car, or in your handbag for when you are craving something salty. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Savoury … Continue reading Savoury Roasted Nuts
This yoghurt bundt cake has a delightful nutty layer using pecan nuts and cinnamon. The cake was so good that I made it twice. And it lasts a week which is great if there are only two of you enjoying it. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ ♥ Last month I got an … Continue reading Yoghurt Bundt Cake
Dave does not like the texture of peanut butter despite liking peanuts. This means I could have enjoyed the entire batch of peanut butter fudge. But being a sharing and caring person I gifted half of what I made to a friend. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Peanut Butter Fudge ♥ I … Continue reading Peanut Butter Fudge
This high protein quinoa granola is gluten free, and is a perfectly great tasty way to start your day. I love my version that uses oats, so in future I am going to combine the two by using the spices and the flaked coconut. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Quinoa Granola ♥ … Continue reading Quinoa Granola
I went to a local dried fruit and nut supplier to get pecans for this recipe for pecan nut cake. As I picked up a packet of whole nuts, she told me they had broken up ones on special. What a perfect saving as I was going to break them up in any case. It … Continue reading Pecan Nut Cake
I can highly recommend that you make these salted caramel pots de creme for your next dinner party. They really will impress, and they are absolutely amazing. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Salted Caramel Pots De Creme ♥ Since June I have been meaning to write about tissue salts. I have been … Continue reading Salted Caramel Pots De Creme
The day Inger shared her recipe for carrot cake cupcakes I printed it out. And I made them that very weekend. These were so good, and received thumbs up from all the taste testers. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Carrot Cake Cupcakes ♥ I have a UK Sim Card which we have … Continue reading Carrot Cake Cupcakes
I love the method that Ellie Goulding has used for her Orange And Almond Cake. An entire orange is cooked until soft, and then used, peel and all. Zero wastage for a healthy sweet treat! Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Orange And Almond Cake ♥ About 15 years ago, my Doctor prescribed … Continue reading Orange And Almond Cake
This pistachio remoulade is the perfect accompaniment to game fish such as cob and yellow tail or shellfish as in prawns or langoustines. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pistachio Remoulade ♥ My visit to the Department of Home Affairs proved to be an exercise in patience. The Somerset West office has a … Continue reading Pistachio Remoulade
I was not sure what to call this recipe. It is a failed brownie but not quite a pudding. I finally settled on baked chocolate mousse. It is rich and decadent and made for the perfect dessert when served warm. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Baked Chocolate Mousse ♥ Last year, Jim … Continue reading Baked Chocolate Mousse
According to Heal, this ginger and lime granola is high in fibre. I can attest that it is packed with flavour. We all loved the ginger, and I particularly enjoyed the crunch when added to yoghurt. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Ginger And Lime Granola ♥ It took me five weeks to finally … Continue reading Ginger And Lime Granola