Category Archives: Holidays

Moroccan Mushrooms with Chickpeas

Posted on 5 August 2010 by Heather

1 onion sliced 2 tsp olive oil 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cumin pinch flaked red chilli 8oz mushrooms quartered 1 can chopped tomatoes 1 can chickpeas drained 1 tsp clear honey Fry the onion in  the oil … Continue reading →

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Crispy topped Chicken Bake

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

FOR FOUR 2 tbsps olive oil 1lb chicken thigh skinless diced 1 large leek sliced 4oz button mushrooms halved 2oz pancetta lardons 300ml carbonara sauce from chill cabinet or in a jar 2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs chopped parsley Heat … Continue reading →

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Italian Beef and Macaroni bake

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

Basically I make this by putting a layer of bolognese sauce in a shallow dish. Cover with a layer of macaroni cheese. Cover this with a layer of grated cheese. This can then be kept until ready to serve when … Continue reading →

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Fusion Starter Salad

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

For two people 1 ripe avocado 2-4 tasty tomatoes depending on size half a small red onion finely sliced 4 slices of parma or serrano ham 1 lime parmesan shaved from a piece salt pepper olive oil to drizzle 1 … Continue reading →

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Auld Grannies Chicken Soup

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

3 Medium Carrots Chopped 1 Large Leek Chopped – Include the Green 2 Long Stalks of Celery Chopped 1/2 New Turnip Chopped 2 Medium Potatoes Chopped 1 Medium Onion Chopped 1 Medium Carrot Grated 2 x Chicken Leg Quarters Small … Continue reading →

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Beef mince and bean hotpot

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

For eight portions 2 onions 10oz carrots 2lb small potatoes 1lb lean minced beef 2 beef stock cubes plus one oxo cube 2 x400gm cans baked beans splash of worcestershire sauce Chopped parsley to garnish Roughly chop up vegheat a … Continue reading →

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Pork Steaks with Cheese Crust

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

4 ready sliced pork escalopes, about 125g/4oz each Ground black pepper 11/2 slices white bread, processed into breadcrumbs 50g/2oz strong, tasty, hard cheese, mature cheddar or Gruyere coarsly grated 25g/1oz butter, melted 75g/3oz soft goat’s cheese, such as Chavroux Slice … Continue reading →

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Italian Meatballs

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

1 small aubergine 450g/1lb minced lean pork 1 level tsp fennel seeds, crushed 1/4 level tsp chilli flakes, or to taste 3 garlic cloves, crushed 4 level tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley 3 tbsp red wine Oregano leaves to garnish Preparation … Continue reading →

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Aubergines with Goat’s Cheese and Cherry Tomatoes

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

2 large aubergines, about 225g/8oz each 2-3tbsp olive oil 1 red pepper, halved, seeded and chopped 3 shallots, chopped 175g/6oz cherry tomatoes 175g/6oz firm goat’s cheese, sliced 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme Seasoning 1. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. … Continue reading →

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Coriander Chicken & Cucumber Salad & Rice Salad

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

Coriander Chicken 6 x Chicken Legs 1 x Lrg Bunch Coriander 2 tsp Black Peppercorns 2 Tsp Sea Salt 3 Cloved Garlic 2 Tbsp Lime Juice 1 Tsp Cumin Powder 1/2 Strong Red Chilli Deseeded Veg Oil Limes Cucumber Salad … Continue reading →

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St Agur, Avocado & Pecan Salad

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

Chopped assorted salad leaves-I used baby spinach, rocket and little gem. Tomatoes-about two small for each person finely sliced red onion-only a very small amount Half an avocado per person Six pecan halves per person- roughly chopped a few thin … Continue reading →

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Chicken with cannellini beans

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

1 small onion chopped 4oz bacon chopped 230gm tin chopped tomatoes 400gm tin cannellini beans drained 150ml white wine 2 tbsp chopped parsley 200gm cooked chicken serves two Heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan.Add the onion … Continue reading →

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Italian Fish Stew (serves 2 )

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

11/2 tbsp olive oil 10oz potatoes-peeled and cut into chunks 1 clove garlic peeled and chopped 1 400gm tin chopped tomatoes 100ml chicken stock made with a cube 60ml white wine 1/2 teaspoon dried chilli flakes 1 teaspoon grated ginger … Continue reading →

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Lentil and Avocado Salsa

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

For Two as a side dish 1 cup puy lentils diced cucumber diced avocado diced red onion chopped coriander chopped flat leaf parsley finely diced red chilli olive oil juice of a lime Cook lentils in boiling water until tender. … Continue reading →

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Spinach and Lentil Curry

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

2 tbsp oil 2 onions, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1-2 green chillies, deseeded and finely chopped 2 tsp ground cumin 4 cardamom pods, crushed 1 tsp ground turmeric 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds, crushed (optional) 4 tomatoes, chopped 425ml/3/4 … Continue reading →

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Kidneys Turbigo

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

5 lambs kidneys 2 onions chopped 50g/2oz butter 112g/1/4lb button mushrooms, quartered 1 dessertspoon plain flour 1 tsp tomato puree 1 tbsp sherry 71/2 fl oz brown stock 1 bayleaf salt and pepper 2 slices of stale bread oil parsley, … Continue reading →

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Bean & Mint Salad

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

420g/1 tin butter beans 175g feta cheese Large bunch of mint 175g baby plum tomatoes, halved 1 red onion, sliced 3 tbsp olive oil 75g pecan nuts, chopped Juice of 1 lemon Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Preparation … Continue reading →

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Bobotie

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

1lb mince 1 large onion, chopped 1tbsp oil 2 large slices brown bread Water or stock to cover 1 tbsp curry powder Juice of 1 lemon 2 tsp mixed herbs Salt and pepper 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 pint milk 3 … Continue reading →

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Spiced Rice with Chicken

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

1.4kg/3lb oven ready chicken 75ml/5tbsp vegetable oil 175g/6oz onion, skinned and sliced 15ml/3 level tsp ground coriander 1.25ml/1/4 level tsp chilli powder 2.5ml/1/2 level tsp ground turmeric 2 141g/5oz carotns natural yoghurt About 350ml/12fl oz chicken stock Salt and milled … Continue reading →

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Honeyed Chicken

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

4 chicken breasts 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 tbsp runny honey 1 tsp dried rosemary Grated rind 1 lemon 1 large glass white wine 6 anchovy fillets rinsed Salt and pepper 1. Preheat oven to 170C/325F/Gas3. Season … Continue reading →

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Spicy Bean & Cucumber Salad

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

2 cups cooked chopped green beans, about 11oz 1 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber, about 1 medium cucumber 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/2 medium onion 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves 2 tbsp red wine vinegar or cider … Continue reading →

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Beef Chasseur

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

2lb porterhouse steak or skirt, cut in one piece 3 shallots or 1 small onion 1 clove of garlic 2 tbsp oil 11/2 oz butter 1 tbsp plain flour 1/2-3/4 pint of jellied brown stock Salt and pepper 1/2lb button … Continue reading →

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Balti Prawns

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

1 onion, quartered 2 garlic cloves, peeled 2.5cm/1in piece fresh ginger Rind and juice of 2 limes 15ml/1tbsp coriander seeds, crushed 5ml/1tsp fenugreek seeds 30ml/2tbsp vegetable oil 5 large, ripe tomatoes, cut into small pieces 700g/11/2lb large,cooked prawns or cubed … Continue reading →

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Onion Soup

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

1350g/3lbs onions Coarse salt 3 large tbsp beef dripping 4-5 heaped tbsp plain flour 4 pints stock Tomato puree Pesto Fresh parmesan to serve 1. Slice onions and place in a pan with coarse salt and beef dripping. Cook in … Continue reading →

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Avocado and Rocket Salad

Posted on 5 July 2010 by Heather

2 Large or 3 Small Ripe Avocados 1 Bag of Rocket (wild is more peppery) 1 Pack of Lardons 1/4 Cup of Pine Nuts 3 Slices of white bread or rolls. Good Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Frying. Prepare a … Continue reading →

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