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Veggie Stew and Chocolate Mousse
This wholesome hearty stew is a great winter warmer for those wanting to cut down their meat intake, for those wanting a gluten free, dairy free or low fat diet...
Veggie Stew and Chocolate Mousse
This wholesome hearty stew is a great winter warmer for those wanting to cut down their meat intake, for those wanting a gluten free, dairy free or low fat diet...
One Pot Puttanesca
All from scratch and on the table in 45 minutes. Penne or Fusilli pasta work really well for this “one pot” mid week family favourite. No separate cooking of pasta...
One Pot Puttanesca
All from scratch and on the table in 45 minutes. Penne or Fusilli pasta work really well for this “one pot” mid week family favourite. No separate cooking of pasta...
Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free Chilli
A recipe that manages to tick so many boxes and I love it. The secret to depth of flavour is good quality stock.
Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free Chilli
A recipe that manages to tick so many boxes and I love it. The secret to depth of flavour is good quality stock.
Red and Yellow Pepper Soup
If you grow your own peppers you may have a glut – alternatively when peppers are a good price it is worth buying half a dozen to make this tasty...
Red and Yellow Pepper Soup
If you grow your own peppers you may have a glut – alternatively when peppers are a good price it is worth buying half a dozen to make this tasty...
Bug Fix
I continue on my “green” journey – trying my very best to replace harmful and synthetic chemicals with natural alternatives. Being a keen gardener - composting, hand weeding, mulching and...
Bug Fix
I continue on my “green” journey – trying my very best to replace harmful and synthetic chemicals with natural alternatives. Being a keen gardener - composting, hand weeding, mulching and...
Natural Dyeing
Dyeing fabrics using natural dye works very well particularly on natural fabrics. Manmade fabrics can produce blotchy results – absolutely fine for tie dying projects but I wanted an even,...
Natural Dyeing
Dyeing fabrics using natural dye works very well particularly on natural fabrics. Manmade fabrics can produce blotchy results – absolutely fine for tie dying projects but I wanted an even,...
Lemon Infused Oil
Quite expensive to buy yet super easy to make. This recipe makes 250ml and I absolutely adore it. I use lemon oil in home made pesto, salad dressings and also...
Lemon Infused Oil
Quite expensive to buy yet super easy to make. This recipe makes 250ml and I absolutely adore it. I use lemon oil in home made pesto, salad dressings and also...
Apricot Jam
I used to grow apricots but living in the north of England the climate is not perfect for them. The fruits were often bruised and battered by the weather and...
Apricot Jam
I used to grow apricots but living in the north of England the climate is not perfect for them. The fruits were often bruised and battered by the weather and...
Cucumber Pickle
If you grow your own cucumbers then you may be facing a glut. If you haven’t had pickled cucumbers before then try my recipe – you will want to make...
Cucumber Pickle
If you grow your own cucumbers then you may be facing a glut. If you haven’t had pickled cucumbers before then try my recipe – you will want to make...
Fruit Ketchup
Summer brings an abundance of fruit and I have developed this delicious recipe for a ketchup which will keep for at least a year. It takes a few hours but...
Fruit Ketchup
Summer brings an abundance of fruit and I have developed this delicious recipe for a ketchup which will keep for at least a year. It takes a few hours but...
Home made thick cream
There are people who cannot get hold of single or double cream or cream that will whisk up to soft peaks for piping, topping off a trifle, mixing with curds...
Home made thick cream
There are people who cannot get hold of single or double cream or cream that will whisk up to soft peaks for piping, topping off a trifle, mixing with curds...
Asparagus Soup
I am reluctant to buy asparagus just to make into soup. It is too beautiful and expensive but hold onto those spear ends and you can turn them into this...
Asparagus Soup
I am reluctant to buy asparagus just to make into soup. It is too beautiful and expensive but hold onto those spear ends and you can turn them into this...
Spinach and Ricotta Lasagne
The whole family will love this and having one in the freezer is a perfect “go to” meal which can be popped into the oven and cooked from frozen.
Spinach and Ricotta Lasagne
The whole family will love this and having one in the freezer is a perfect “go to” meal which can be popped into the oven and cooked from frozen.
Pancakes
don’t think I know anyone that doesn’t love pancakes yet I tend to only make them once a year unlike the French whose crepes can be found on many a...
Pancakes
don’t think I know anyone that doesn’t love pancakes yet I tend to only make them once a year unlike the French whose crepes can be found on many a...
Seville Orange Marmalade
Allow four hours for marmalade making. The first time I made it I started early evening and then couldn’t go to bed because I was waiting for it to reach...
Seville Orange Marmalade
Allow four hours for marmalade making. The first time I made it I started early evening and then couldn’t go to bed because I was waiting for it to reach...
Hasselback Squash
If you want a quick, simple and tasty option for butternut squash then this is a real winner. No peeling necessary.
Hasselback Squash
If you want a quick, simple and tasty option for butternut squash then this is a real winner. No peeling necessary.
A Fabulous Celebration Stuffing
I make this stuffing at Christmas and Easter and usually form it into balls before roasting in the oven for 25 -35 minutes until golden brown.
A Fabulous Celebration Stuffing
I make this stuffing at Christmas and Easter and usually form it into balls before roasting in the oven for 25 -35 minutes until golden brown.
Cranberry Crusted Veggie Roast
A good roast for Christmas for your vegetarian friends (or vegan if you leave out the egg and cheese). Packed with flavour and served with my vegetarian gravy – great...
Cranberry Crusted Veggie Roast
A good roast for Christmas for your vegetarian friends (or vegan if you leave out the egg and cheese). Packed with flavour and served with my vegetarian gravy – great...
Treacle Toffee and Spiced Fudge
A great Christmas present idea and easy to make. I adore old fashioned treacle toffee and have lightly spiced my creamy fudge recipe but you could add vanilla or lemon...
Treacle Toffee and Spiced Fudge
A great Christmas present idea and easy to make. I adore old fashioned treacle toffee and have lightly spiced my creamy fudge recipe but you could add vanilla or lemon...
Pickled Beetroot
HOW TO VIDEO LINK : https://youtu.be/s4dS2OuFecg Easy to make and a must if you grow your own! I grew standard ruby red beetroots this year and also golden beetroot and...
Pickled Beetroot
HOW TO VIDEO LINK : https://youtu.be/s4dS2OuFecg Easy to make and a must if you grow your own! I grew standard ruby red beetroots this year and also golden beetroot and...
Pickled Cucumbers
I have been making this little pickle for many years - it is sweet and delicious. If you grow your own cucumbers and find yourself with a glut then this...
Pickled Cucumbers
I have been making this little pickle for many years - it is sweet and delicious. If you grow your own cucumbers and find yourself with a glut then this...
Pickled Peppers
If you grow your own peppers then here is an option. Great served with cold meats at Christmas.
Pickled Peppers
If you grow your own peppers then here is an option. Great served with cold meats at Christmas.
Pea and Bean Risotto
A very tasty dish – easily converts to vegetarian and vegan. If you have fresh peas or beans in their pods all the better !
Pea and Bean Risotto
A very tasty dish – easily converts to vegetarian and vegan. If you have fresh peas or beans in their pods all the better !
Strawberry Jam
Strawberry jam home made is more than delicious ! It is afternoon tea, cream tea, Victoria sandwich cake, fresh bread - fabulous. Making a delicious jam is not difficult...
Strawberry Jam
Strawberry jam home made is more than delicious ! It is afternoon tea, cream tea, Victoria sandwich cake, fresh bread - fabulous. Making a delicious jam is not difficult...
Mushroom Risotto
You must try this. Whether you are vegetarian, vegan or a meat eater like me that is trying to reduce red meat then you are going to be impressed by...
Mushroom Risotto
You must try this. Whether you are vegetarian, vegan or a meat eater like me that is trying to reduce red meat then you are going to be impressed by...
Braised Red Cabbage
This September I had a marvellous crop of red cabbages. I pickled some, made mayonnaise with one and made this delicious braised red cabbage which freezes well and will be...
Braised Red Cabbage
This September I had a marvellous crop of red cabbages. I pickled some, made mayonnaise with one and made this delicious braised red cabbage which freezes well and will be...
Boulangere Potatoes
This is one of my favourite potato recipes. Lighter than dauphinoise and in my opinion even more tasty. The advantage of this recipe is that it can serve one, two...
Boulangere Potatoes
This is one of my favourite potato recipes. Lighter than dauphinoise and in my opinion even more tasty. The advantage of this recipe is that it can serve one, two...
Rhubarb and Orange and Ginger Jam
I make this jam every year usually at the start of the rhubarb season in early spring when the stalks are still bright pink and not too thick.
Rhubarb and Orange and Ginger Jam
I make this jam every year usually at the start of the rhubarb season in early spring when the stalks are still bright pink and not too thick.
Tuscan Bean Soup
This is a hearty bowl of soup made simply from left overs. Left over cooked chicken including the carcass then chopped vegetables, tomatoes and cannellini beans – so tasty !
Tuscan Bean Soup
This is a hearty bowl of soup made simply from left overs. Left over cooked chicken including the carcass then chopped vegetables, tomatoes and cannellini beans – so tasty !
Vegetable Lasagne
This has been a favourite in my family for years. My grandchildren when they were tiny babies used to have this blitzed into a puree. Children love it – it...
Vegetable Lasagne
This has been a favourite in my family for years. My grandchildren when they were tiny babies used to have this blitzed into a puree. Children love it – it...
Yorkshire Puddings
I am asked over and over again about how to make a good Yorkshire Pudding. A good pudding is light, very well risen with a crisp yet soft texture. A...
Yorkshire Puddings
I am asked over and over again about how to make a good Yorkshire Pudding. A good pudding is light, very well risen with a crisp yet soft texture. A...
Macarons
Macarons, naturally gluten free are a real treat and once mastered you will really enjoy making them. Flavour combinations are endless, they keep well and make great gifts.
Macarons
Macarons, naturally gluten free are a real treat and once mastered you will really enjoy making them. Flavour combinations are endless, they keep well and make great gifts.
Cranberry Sauce and Puddings
Don't buy it - this is the easiest and tastiest ! Any leftovers - make the easiest Cranberry and Orange Puddings.
Cranberry Sauce and Puddings
Don't buy it - this is the easiest and tastiest ! Any leftovers - make the easiest Cranberry and Orange Puddings.
Marzipan Egg Free
If you want to make your own marzipan because you want an egg free version or you are not wanting to eat raw egg then this is a great recipe....
Marzipan Egg Free
If you want to make your own marzipan because you want an egg free version or you are not wanting to eat raw egg then this is a great recipe....
Home made Mincemeat
This is a simple to make mincemeat without beef or vegetable suet. It is naturally vegetarian and can easily be adapted for vegans.
Home made Mincemeat
This is a simple to make mincemeat without beef or vegetable suet. It is naturally vegetarian and can easily be adapted for vegans.
Gravy
Making a tasty gravy from scratch with no stock or meat juices can be a challenge and maybe that’s why there are so many “instant” gravy solutions on the market....
Gravy
Making a tasty gravy from scratch with no stock or meat juices can be a challenge and maybe that’s why there are so many “instant” gravy solutions on the market....
End of Season Chutney
I actually call this my end of season chutney. It makes excellent use of all of my leftover tomatoes, green, red and yellow at different stages of ripeness. I have...
End of Season Chutney
I actually call this my end of season chutney. It makes excellent use of all of my leftover tomatoes, green, red and yellow at different stages of ripeness. I have...
Sloe Gin
Sloe gin made at home from just sloe berries, sugar and gin is a beautiful dark red, almost purple liqueur and can also make stunning cocktails, an aperitif and I...
Sloe Gin
Sloe gin made at home from just sloe berries, sugar and gin is a beautiful dark red, almost purple liqueur and can also make stunning cocktails, an aperitif and I...
Bottled Fruits
I have always considered the bottling of fruits to be a bit old fashioned and that following the advent of freezers bottling became a little redundant. Then, on holiday in...
Bottled Fruits
I have always considered the bottling of fruits to be a bit old fashioned and that following the advent of freezers bottling became a little redundant. Then, on holiday in...
Pickled Runner Beans
This recipe will ensure you will continue to enjoy your runner beans right through the winter. I love this pickle particularly with pork pie and cold meats at Christmas.
Pickled Runner Beans
This recipe will ensure you will continue to enjoy your runner beans right through the winter. I love this pickle particularly with pork pie and cold meats at Christmas.