by Nikki | Oct 23, 2016 | AUTUMN-WINTER, RECIPES
Although dried figs are available throughout the year, there is nothing like the taste, sweetness and texture of a fresh fig. The smooth plump purple skin, crunchy seeds and chewy flesh make this a rare delight to be savoured each year. Figs are a great source of...
by Nikki | Oct 16, 2016 | AUTUMN-WINTER, RECIPES
Ok, ok, l hear you say MORE plums – well we have so many in the trees and l don’t believe in waste so lm throwing you another recipe whether you like it or not. This is a crumble in a crisp pastry case and it can be made the day before serving. Ingredients...
by Nikki | Oct 9, 2016 | AUTUMN-WINTER, RECIPES
I was walking around the village this afternoon with Milo and l slipped on 100’s of plums, SO many plums are bringing the branches down (and me). There are only so many jars of jam l can make, so what to do? This recipe is fast and easy and very tasty, a great...
by Nikki | Sep 25, 2016 | RECIPES
This is an eggless recipe, l used a home made apple puree to replace the 2 eggs. It’s rich, delicious, the beetroot keeps it moist and it stores well in an air tight container for up to a week. Now the kids have gone back to school, this is a good lunch box...
by Nikki | Aug 23, 2016 | RECIPES
Do you ever get home from work and wonder what you are going to cook? Well, keep this little 5 minute wonder in your back pocket for one of “those ” days. This is a vegetarian recipe, but its just as nice if you add some crispy bacon or chorizo. Serves 4....
by Nikki | Aug 14, 2016 | RECIPES
I can’t even write this recipe without having the taste sensation of the light, fluffy potato dumplings in my mouth, coated with the rich tomato sauce and strong smell of basil floating in the air. Belissimo! A great Italian classic that l have been cooking for...
