Red cabbage is a much maligned vegetable and, like beetroot, is not a favorite with many. Is it the colour or that they both have a somewhat strong smell and flavour? Personally I am a fan of both and love their versatility and enjoy creating some new ideas with them. Choose the best red...
Traditionally made with pigeon or quail, Bastille is a lovely combination of spicy, nutty and sweet chicken pie having an unusual filling made with the hot stock and eggs creating a thick sauce, and all encased in crispy filo pastry. A layer of almond sugar adds to the flavour.
Thai-Spiced Vegetable Curry in a Rich Coconut Sauce
30th March 2018
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A spicy, vegetable curry which is nutritious and packed with flavour. It is also great for using up a load of spices which just sit in the cupboard. I make up a jar of the spices and keep them in the cupboard ready to use- saves time and ensures you have them all there ready.
Green Pepper and Tomato Chutney with Indian Spices
5th June 2017
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I don’t know about you, but I really don’t like green peppers! It’s annoying when you buy an assorted bag and realise you don’t want to use the green pepper. Even roasted I find they still have that bitter taste. So, what to do with them? ….. An easy to make yet...
Although there are a variety of spices and seeds in this recipe, it is worthwhile to get the rich but not overpowering spiciness so that the fish still retains its flavour. King prawns can be added instead of the fish or for a vegetarian alternative, use tofu.
There are many different versions of a Dorset Dough Cake using different ingredients and different methods. They all use a soft, yeasted dough as a base which is then spiced and sweetened. Dried fruit such as sultanas, currants, mixed peel or a mixture of all three can be added and the top...