Simple Apple Cake
A simple, rustic apple cake that anyone can make. Can be served as it is or with sabayon sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Goes down...
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Laura
Jan 23, 20222 min read
Madeleines with Lemon Curd and Raspberries
A recipe by Rachel Khoo. I tried a number of Madeleines recipes over the years, but for me this is the best. Best served warm, within an...
Laura
Jan 22, 20221 min read
Oven Grilled Seafood with Garlic Butter and Breadcrumbs
Perfect to serve as starter or main course, but make sure you spread a lot of napkins on the table, as this can be very messy, but...
Laura
Oct 6, 20211 min read
Butternut Squash and Truffle Risotto
A very satisfying and comforting vegetarian meal. Creamy and flavourful, will make a great side dish or main course on a cold Autumn or...
Laura
Jul 26, 20212 min read
BUTTERFLIED ROAST CHICKEN WITH POTATOES
This is my own way of maximising a whole chicken. I don't usually roast the breasts as I find them too dry, so I cut them out, freeze...
Laura
Jul 20, 20212 min read
THIN PISTACHIO BISCOTTI
I absolutely love these crispy, thin biscotti. They are so easy to make and keep for many days, if stored in a tight container. They can...
Laura
Jul 14, 20212 min read
SQUID INK LINGUINE WITH MUSSELS AND WHITE WINE
One of my favourite summer dishes. I absolutely love the dramatic colour contrast of the black squid ink pasta and the vibrant orange of...
Laura
Jul 12, 20211 min read
PANNA COTTA WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE
Another easy dessert that can be prepared in advance. Great with raspberries or strawberries and also with caramel. Ingredients (Serves...
Laura
Jul 9, 20211 min read
CREME PATISSIERE
So rich and creamy, can be used to fill so many cakes and desserts or just eaten as it is! Ingredients Whole milk 500g Half vanilla pod...
Laura
Jul 8, 20211 min read
BLACK RICE WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
A healthy and light lunch idea, approximately 370 Calories per portion. I absolutely love the nutty flavour and the chewy texture of...
Laura
Jul 5, 20211 min read
EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Such an easy an inexpensive, yet delicious recipe. Very easy to put together a few hours before your guests arrive (or just for yourself...
Laura
Jun 27, 20212 min read
PASTRY HORNS WITH CREME PATISSIERE
If you invite Italians for lunch or dinner, rest assured they'll love these creme patissiere pastry horns! Also this is another dessert...
Laura
Jun 23, 20211 min read
SPELT, AVOCADO AND TOMATO SALAD
This is such a simple, but great lunch idea, if you are trying to lose weight or just stay healthy. Ingredients Spelt, cooked, 50g Cherry...
Laura
Jun 18, 20211 min read
OCTOPUS AND POTATO SALAD
A perfect summer dish that can be served as a starter or as a main course. It pares beautifully with ice cold white or sparkling wine. A...
Laura
Jun 11, 20211 min read
HUMMUS
It's incredible how the humble chickpea has become so popular over the last few years! Part of the Mediterranean diet, Hummus is such a...
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