That's right folks, clementine vodka liqueur - the perfect Christmas tipple for gifting or supping by the fire. Ingredients 10 unwaxed clementines, washed 1 litre vodka (only ever the good stuff) 2 cinnamon sticks 2 vanilla pods 4 star anise 625g caster sugar Method Zest the clementines (avoiding the pith) and place in a sterilised … Continue reading Clemencello
Festive
Christmas Cake
Here's a classic fruit cake which I reluctantly refer to as a Christmas Cake, as it seems a shame to restrict beautiful food to a particular time of year, religion and belief :o) Festive Cake? Albeit an incredibly delicious cake, the joy of this is all in the making for me; the family can all get involved … Continue reading Christmas Cake
French Onion Soup
For this year's Food Revolution Day, Jamie Oliver shared '10 recipes to save your life' - learn how to master these dishes and you can successfully cook nutritious food for yourself and your family for the rest of your life. As Ambassadors for the revolution, we're all about inspiring others, sharing skills and knowledge, and … Continue reading French Onion Soup
Omelette Twist
As Jamie launches his ‘10 recipes to save your life’ for this year’s Food Revolution, here’s my twist on the basic omelette for you: Baked Mini Omelettes! Super-simple fayre, these little treats are a fun take on the humble and nutritious egg, and can be served hot or cold. The fillings are up to you – … Continue reading Omelette Twist
Mulled Wine Jelly Sweets
As Christmas culinary activities were somewhat postponed for me, I'm finally getting round to making festive treats for friends and family. On a positive note, this is a good January, as the house is still full of nice ingredients and treats. You could say that the 'Christmas Cupboard' is well stocked. During my pre-Christmas planning … Continue reading Mulled Wine Jelly Sweets