Short Rib Bourguignon
Short ribs (because I found some in the freezer) with all the flavours of a bourguignom. Cooked long and slow for 3 hours as outlined in the recipe or 1 hour in a pressure cooker (see video) in plenty of…
Fondant Potatoes
Don’t waste the butter in which you cook the potatoes. Pour all the cooking liquid into a small container, place in the fridge and when the butter solidifies, scrape out leaving any liquid at the bottom. Use with baked potatoes,…
Chicken & Mushroom Pastry Slice
I use Old Bay Seasoning which I first discovered in American. It has paprika celery salt, red pepper, black pepper and paprika. I have noticed that it is now available in UK supermarkets. Roast a couple of chicken quarters for…
Potato, Pumpkin & Egg Curry
Created to use up jars and veg that I had in the fridge. Using a shop bought curry paste is a great midweek short cut. In theory, you could make this with any leftover vegetables – get creative.
Pumpkin Gnocchi
Easy to make and delicious. Pumpkins aren’t just for halloween
Pumpkin Tortellini
This will feed 6 as a starter, 4 as a main course. Alternatively, they freeze really well. To cook from frozen, plunge into plenty of salted boiling water and cook until they float (usually 4-6 minutes). I have made this…
Baked Baby Potatoes with Chorizo & Cheese
Requires very few ingredients and quick to make. Enjoy with some crusty bread and salad leaves
Spiced Chicken & Pumpkin
I suggest marinating the chicken but it’s fine if you don’t have time. Nothing better than a one pan dish.
Beef Cheek Coconut Curry
Inspired by a Malaysian Rendang I have added roasted spice mix and tomatoes. When tasting at the end you are looking for a combination of sweet, sour and salty so use the lime and fish sauce to adjust the seasoning…
Asian Style Matzo Ball Chicken Broth
Ramen is traditionally made with pork bone broth and egg noodles. Chicken soup is made with matzo balls (kneidlach). I love both dishes and have mixed the two together by spicing up my chicken soup and adding spiced matzos balls…