Hands down, they’re my favourite kind of biscuit, which begs the question…why do I only make them at Christmas?! I like to make one batch for the family and one to give as gifts, wrapped in a brown paper bag and tied with ribbon. I have experimented with a mixture of different nuts, but I […]
Christmas Cake
This recipe is a seriously good one…and I don’t even like Christmas cake! With December just a day away, it’s still not too late to make your own Christmas cake and this recipe is easy and foolproof. The earlier you make it – the better it tastes, but by pre soaking the fruit, you can […]
Ricotta Gnocchi
With Tomatoes & Chilli Gnocchi are a generally made with potatoes, wheat flour or semolina and eggs, but this version makes the Gnocchi super light and fresh and combined with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the heat from the chilli flakes is a perfect summer weeknight dinner. Ingredients 250g ricotta110g “00” flour plus extra […]
Feta & Orzo Salad
Fresh and summery, this salad is great made ahead of time for packed lunches, or served with a leafy salad for a relaxed weekend lunch in the sun. It’s also a perfect side accompaniment to a summer BBQ. The quantities listed serve two as a lunch, so you can increase or decrease amounts according to the number […]
No Bake Refrigerator Biscuit Cake
A quick and easy no-bake biscuit cake, which can be adapted to use what you have in the cupboard and include what you like or dislike most. It’s a great option for children to make (under supervision of course) as there’s no oven required. One of my earliest memories of food is of this refrigerator […]
Homemade Pizza Dough
In the recent most worrying times across the globe with the Covid-19 pandemic, I decided not to post anything as it didn’t quite feel right. The most important things in my life are my family and the health of my family and like most people, my instinct is to protect these at all costs. As […]
Caramelised Pineapple & Pecan Pancakes
Where do I start? I love pancakes and not just on Shrove Tuesday. Mostly just with lemon and sugar, but when I’m looking for something a bit special, this is my go-to. The sweet and sticky caramel sauce contrasts with the fruitiness of the pineapple and the crunch of pecan nuts – it is perfect […]
Bakewell Tart
Crisp, citrus-spiked buttery pastry, filled with sweet strawberry jam and soft frangipane, sprinkled with flaked almonds. A perfect option for dessert or afternoon tea and never fails to impress. In my humble opinion, it is worlds apart from the shop-bought versions with super sweet thick fondant icing topping. Ingredients For the pastry: 120g butter 40g […]
Chelsea Buns
Sweet, cinnamon spiked soft enriched bread dough, filled with plump raisins and drizzled with a tangy lemon drizzle. These are yet another family favourite…I like to eat mine sliced in half and buttered, whereas my husband and children eat them as they come. They will keep in an airtight container for 2-3 days, but are best eaten […]
Hollandaise Sauce
Turn the Ordinary into Something Special Hollandaise sauce is the perfect way to transform plain old eggs, ham and a muffin, into a really special breakfast, brunch or lunch. It’s also great with asparagus and poached eggs or salmon. It has a reputation for being temperamental, so if you should have a disaster and the […]