The festive season inevitably brings us cheese. Lots, and lots of cheese. This is a good thing. In preparation, I like to make a few accompaniments to enhance the experience. Membrillo (Quince Paste/Cheese), Pickled Onions, Piccalilli, Chutney and glorious Relishes. I happened to have a glut of apples and a requirement for some lovely gifts … Continue reading Spiced Apple Relish
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Aubergines Going Spare
I'll admit that I didn't think this one would turn out anything like as well as it did. Thankfully it was well worth the gamble. Spare aubergine that I bought for no other reason other than it looked shiny - tick. Block of puff pastry in the freezer - always. This is a spin on … Continue reading Aubergines Going Spare
Holiday Traditions
November challenge #3 for Jamie Oliver's Food Revolutionaries: 'Holiday Traditions'. I instantly imagined this as a bit of a montage as I'm completely smitten with all things Christmas. So, holiday traditions and food for your family gatherings... Easy. I'm not going to pretend that I don't have a 'Christmas Book' and start planning a couple of … Continue reading Holiday Traditions
Short Rib of Beef
November Challenge time for Jamie's Food Revolution Ambassadors. "Slow Cooking! We live in a fast food world, but this month we’re asking you to slow things down, try out and share your slow cooked food recipes with us." I'm forever searching out great cuts that lend themselves to slow cooking. Not only is there something … Continue reading Short Rib of Beef
My Favourite Time Of Year
Many people will say that it's a little early, but I like to extend the Christmas period as far as possible. If the shops are going to stock it, I'm going to embrace it. I sometimes think I could live in a little 'Christmas world'. Perhaps we'll move Scandinavia.
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