A proper onion gravy is essential when it comes to certain comfort food. Sausage and mash, steaky pie, roast beef or toad in the hole just ain’t the same with a miserable jug of watery powdered Bisto. It takes a little longer to make but it’s so worth it. Invest a little time to slowly…
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What could be better on a cold and miserable January Sunday than a scrumptious, stodgetastic comfort dish? ok, so I wouldn’t include this in your new year detox but hey! we all need a treat now and again don’t we? So Toad in the Hole it is. But not just any old toad, oh no….
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Tags: batter, prosciutto, rosemary, sausage, toad in the hole
I decided to treat us to a special dinner today, a luxurious warming winter dish. I love game and chestnuts, the combination of the delicate rich meat with the sweet crunchy chestnuts is an absolute treat and a perfect indulgence for a cold winter day. Both of these ingredients have come back into the supermarkets…
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Tags: casserole, chesnut, christmas, duck, game, Marmite, mulled wine, partridge, pheasant, pigeon, venison, Winter
Low fat, hearty, warming and delicious. This tasty soup is perfect for these colder days. I like to make a big batch and take it to work to warm me up at lunchtime. You will need a hand blender to get the consistency right, it’s well worth having one. I got mine from Sainburys and…
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Tags: bean, chilli, lunch, soup, spicy chilli bean soup
I love fresh guacamole, it’s perfect with chilli con carne, fajitas and nachos or even just as a dip. My version is not very traditional but this is how I love it. It is delicious and so easy to make. Just bear in mind it doesn’t keep so only make enough for the meal. You will…
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Tags: avocado, coriander, guacamole, lemon juice, pestle and mortar
I’ve decided to go a little mexicano for ladies night this week. I’ve got a pack of wholemeal pittas, some chicken breasts and an avocado that need eating so I’m going to make some spicy chicken and roasted veg to stuff the pittas. Ill serve the pitta pockets with nachos, a crunchy carrot & coriander…
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Everyone loves proper home-made garlic bread. I make it for BBQs and parties and it never lasts for long. It is so quick and easy to make and it goes really well with pasta dishes, bolognese and chilli con carne. These quantities will make enough for 6-8 big portions (individual rolls) but if you’re making…
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Tags: butter, crusty loaves, garlic, garlic bread, hearbs
Recently we were given a pepper plant, the red peppers are small and sweet and lovely. The only problem is that it’s covered in greenfly, little buggers! We have tried cleaning the plant with mild soapy water but to no avail, they just come back. I’ve been on the hunt for a ladybird. They are…
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Tags: growing vegetables, Lady Ethel, laydbird, red, red pepper, sweet
Just thought I’d let you know that we cracked into our first batch of apple & walnut chutney on Sunday evening and I am pleased to confirm that it is delish! (even if I do say so myself) Spicy, sweet and sharp, it’s perfect with a nice cheese selection and a glass (or 3) of…
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Tags: apple, apple chutney, jars, walnut
makes 4 small pot pies or 2 big piggy pies you will need- small oven proof pots or one big oven proof pie dish a rolling pin a large saucepan a pastry brush ingredients- handful of fresh herbs – sage, thyme or lemon thyme 3/4 chicken legs or thighs (breast if you prefer) x1 large…
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Tags: black pepper, carrots, chicken, chicken pie, comfort food, cream, egg, garlic, herbs, leek, legs, lemon, pastry, pot pie, salt, white onions, white wine
