Spread the lovePesto is a really versatile sauce and not just good for pasta. You can use pesto to jazz up some simple steamed or roasted vegetables or add a spoonful into a bowl of soup to add an extra level of flavour. The combination of the aromatic herbs and the umami tanginess of parmesan…
Spread the loveInspired by all the baking going on in Bake Off, I really wanted to get baking again, specifically to make some choux pastry swans which is also sometimes called cream puff swans. I’ve only made choux pastry a couple of times before, just to make eclairs and cream puffs. The last time, I…
Spread the loveChakala is a sweet and spicy vegetable relish that is really popular in South Africa. Sometimes called Soweto chilli as it originates from the townships there. Originally, it was made as a quick meal to go with pap. Today, it is eaten with barbecue meats at a Brai or just as a side…
Spread the loveThis recipe is sponsored by Tesco Nothing says spring like the arrival of Jersey Royal new potatoes and other fabulous seasonal vegetables like asparagus. With all the abundance of the land available in the shops now, its a great time to dish up some delicious salad dishes. This Tesco Jersey Royal new potato…
Spread the loveIf you have been on the tube recently, you probably would have seen ads for the new recipe box service, Mindful Chef. I was sent a box to roadtest recently as I was keen to see what recipes they suggest that can be done in 15 minutes. I like the idea of recipe…
