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You may have realized I was working my way towards this recipe for Agnolotti Ripieni Di Ragù? I made so much of the pork neck ragu that it seemed the logical place to use half of the batch was in a filled pasta. And as I had promised to do so when I made the … Continue reading Agnolotti Ripieni Di Ragù
You need two days to make this pressed pork belly, even though it does not need much of your attention. Most of the time is taken up in the oven and the fridge. The result is truly restaurant worthy and will impress your dinner guests. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pressed Pork … Continue reading Pressed Pork Belly
I so enjoyed how the pork neck came out when I made melanzane that I decided to make a large batch of pork neck ragu. Some was enjoyed with hand cut pasta, and the rest was used to make agnolotti. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pork Neck Ragu ♥ When I booked … Continue reading Pork Neck Ragu
I love having a few bottles of Salsa Di Pomodoro in my fridge. It means when I don't have time I have pasta sauce ready to go. And it can be used for making casseroles or adding to a curry in a hurry. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Salsa Di Pomodoro ♥ … Continue reading Salsa Di Pomodoro
It is a bit strange to use a French cheese in an Italian dish. But it works so well that I really encourage you to make this brie and tomato pasta. It is simple to prepare and the only thing that takes time is marinating the tomatoes and cheese. Head straight on to the Recipe … Continue reading Brie And Tomato Pasta
Taramasalata is a Greek dip that one can expect to find on any meze platter. It is a firm favourite in our home and I have always wanted to make my own. Using the pressed cod roe I bought in England I created a perfect tarama. Next time I will make only what we need to … Continue reading Taramasalata
I can see many recipes like this tuna bowl coming out of my kitchen this summer. We are having a lot of very hot days, and the thought of cooking is far from my mind. I use sustainably fished tuna which is caught off the coast where we live. Head straight on to the Recipe … Continue reading Tuna Bowl
This was the first time that I made crispy bao buns. And after making these, it won't be the last time. You do not need a bamboo steamer for this recipe, just a large lidded pan. The method is similar to making crispy dumplings and the result is a really tasty meal. Head straight on … Continue reading Crispy Bao Buns
The concept of a vegan bowl is not new, nor unique. But it was a necessity for me to showcase the sunflower seed dressing I made. The great thing about these bowls is that they are extremely filling. And you can use seasonal ingredients. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Vegan Bowl ♥ … Continue reading Vegan Bowl
A friend wanted to make seafood paella for a birthday celebration. Wanting to be sure my recipe concept worked, I made it at home first. Not only was our meal delicious, but theirs was as well. That is a winner in my books! Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Seafood Paella ♥ During … Continue reading Seafood Paella
To make this creamy hummus you are going to have to peel your chickpeas.I know this sounds like quite a mission. But I did it by hand while I was watching TV. You can just rub them together between a dishtowel if that makes life easier for you. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Creamy Hummus
This salt and pepper hake recipe has elements that have become firm favourites. You will have to deep fry the fish and in doing so, I used as little oil as possible. We seldom use this cooking method and in times gone by I would have filtered the oil to use again. But now I … Continue reading Salt And Pepper Hake
Using the humble (and cheap) pork neck you can make this really scrumptious pork neck melanzane. This recipe uses traditional Sicilian flavours. But you could change it up by using peppers in place of the aubergines, tequila for the balsamic, and a Mexican cheese. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pork Neck Melanzane … Continue reading Pork Neck Melanzane
Serve this bacon relish on hot dogs to take them from ordinary to extraordinary. Or add it to a cheese platter to go with a perfectly ripe brie or camembert. I served it alongside pizza bianca as one of the many toppings for people to add. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Bacon … Continue reading Bacon Relish
This fragrant Indian potato and cauliflower curry takes no time to prepare. I served the aloo gobi as a meat free meal, with flatbreads on the side. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Aloo Gobi ♥ When someone entered my life in the way of friendship a few years ago, I was really … Continue reading Aloo Gobi
I like the idea of making calzone when it is just Dave and I for supper. I can fit two of them onto my pizza stone. And we can then choose our own fillings. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Calzone ♥ Last month Dave and I had a very traumatic week. It … Continue reading Calzone
I found a recipe for cauliflower soup that sounded delicious. After making it, the soup tasted nothing like cauliflower. In fact, it was more a coconut soup than anything else. But, I liked the use of the coconut cream so used that as a base to make my spiced cauliflower soup. Head straight on to … Continue reading Spiced Cauliflower Soup
I first made this onion gravy for a friend when we made livers and mash for him. He was iron deficient and this is a meal I love making as it is so simple. Then, a few weeks ago I was talking to a friend and I told her I was making bangers and mash. … Continue reading Onion Gravy
After using up all my speciality chutneys I went shopping for a new one. And the options were boring to say the least. So, I created this recipe for apple chutney which I think is amazing. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Apple Chutney ♥ Nearly a week after posting out tap sensor … Continue reading Apple Chutney
I love Asian flavours and the ingredients are always to be found in my fridge. I decided to use them to make these Asian style venison shanks. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Asian Style Venison Shanks ♥ South Africa has rolling blackouts as our Government run electricity supplier is defunct. In 1994 … Continue reading Asian Style Venison Shanks
