You will love this recipe for Mediterranean Pulled Beef. The slow cooking method ensures that the beef is meltingly tender, and as it slowly cooks, the beef absorbs the Mediterranean flavours of garlic, onion, rosemary, oregano and tomatoes. A less expensive cut of meat is transformed into a flavour-filled dish, and as the cooking time […]
Creamy Zucchini Pasta
Creamy Zucchini Pasta is the recipe you need at the end of a busy day. We make a silky, creamy sauce, well flavoured with sautéed onion and garlic, as well as fresh thyme, cubed ham, lemon zest and Parmesan. When tossed through pasta, it makes a family friendly meal using simple ingredients that is so […]
Mediterranean Bean Salad
I am certain that you will love this flavour-filled, vibrantly coloured, Mediterranean Bean Salad. It contains three kinds of beans along with rocket/arugula, a variety of herbs, roasted red pepper, olives and feta. We combine the salad ingredients in a garlic infused extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice dressing. It is bright, […]
Gluten-Free Macadamia and White Chocolate Cookies
These Gluten-Free Macadamia and White Chocolate Cookies are certain to become a family favourite. This simple recipe contains just six ingredients and is one of the easiest cookies that you will ever make. The buttery flavour and creamy nature of macadamias makes them an ideal ingredient in these nutty, gently sweet cookies. I feel confident […]
Marinated White Beans
These Marinated White Beans are a quick, easy and flavour-filled dish that you will want to make on regular rotation. For speed and convenience, we use one of my store cupboard essentials, canned cannellini beans. We marinate the beans in a garlicky, extra virgin olive oil dressing with fresh lemon juice, dried chilli flakes, Kalamata […]
The Best Almond Flour Recipes
Featuring delicious cakes, cookies and more, this is our collection of The Best Almond Flour Recipes. We have a variety of recipes that are suitable for the whole family and many dietary requirements. If you love the great flavour of almond flour, you will love these wonderful recipes. Easy and Delicious Almond Flour Recipes We are […]
Sautéed Carrots
If you’re looking for an easily made side dish that the whole family will enjoy, look no further than my Sautéed Carrots with Gremolata. The carrots are cooked to the perfect degree of tenderness and then topped with a brightly flavoured, herbed gremolata that transforms the humble carrot into an elegant side dish. It is […]
Easy Nectarine Jam
I am certain that you will love this traditional recipe for Easy Nectarine Jam. It is the ultimate way to preserve this sweet, aromatic, stone fruit to enjoy throughout the cooler months ahead. With this recipe, I will show you, with step-by-step instructions, how easy it is to make your own jam. It contains just three ingredients, […]
Marinated Capsicums
These delicious Marinated Capsicums are simple to make and can be used in many ways. We begin with homemade Roasted Capsicums that we marinate in garlic, extra virgin olive oil, dried chilli flakes, dried oregano, capers, anchovies, Kalamata olives and fresh basil. The flavours of the capsicums are enhanced as they take on the bright […]
Crispy Baked Potato Wedges
With this recipe I will show you how easy it is to prepare your own homemade Crispy Baked Potato Wedges. These irresistible wedges are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and are certain to become a favourite side dish or snack. To begin we toss the prepared potatoes in extra virgin […]
Peanut Butter Bliss Balls
These Peanut Butter Bliss Balls are perfect for those moments when you need to satisfy your sweet cravings. They are a delicious combination of fresh dates, natural peanut butter, desiccated coconut and lightly sweetened by pure maple syrup. They are quick to prepare, great to keep on hand and freezer friendly. Why You'll Love This […]
Mediterranean Lentil Salad
I am certain that you will love the vibrant colours, refreshing flavours and contrasting textures in my Mediterranean Lentil Salad. We have a base of cooked brown lentils to which we add vegetables, feta, vibrant fresh herbs and a bright lemon dressing. It is flexible; you can vary the lentils or customise the salad with […]
The Best Chocolate Truffles Recipes
Decadent, delicious and simple to prepare, this is our collection of The Best Chocolate Truffles Recipes. We have a variety of recipes featuring different kinds of chocolates, flavours and fillings. These recipes are perfect for a sweet treat, dessert with a strong cup of coffee, or a homemade edible gift. Easy and Delicious Chocolate Truffles Recipes […]
Italian-Style Chicken and White Bean Soup
This Italian-Style Chicken and White Bean Soup is warming and satisfying. A flavour-filled broth contains shredded chicken breast, aromatic herbs and nourishing vegetables along with the additional protein of cannellini beans. To add a creaminess to the soup (without adding cream) we puree one of the cans of beans. It is cosy, comforting and certain […]
Apricot Chutney
You will be delighted to discover how easy it is to make your own Apricot Chutney. It is one of my favourite ways to preserve this sweet, aromatic fruit to enjoy after apricots are no longer in season. If you have not previously made chutney, I encourage you to try this easy-to-follow recipe. The chutney […]
Cucumber and Yoghurt Dip
With this recipe, I will show you how easy it is to make your own Cucumber and Yoghurt Dip. In fact, it is quicker, easier and more economical to make this dip than take a trip to the grocery store to buy one off the shelf! The flavours are light and refreshing, with strained Greek […]
Marinated Lamb Backstrap
My Marinated Lamb Backstrap is a crowd pleaser. Lamb backstrap is a small, boneless, premium cut of meat that comes from the back of the lamb. It is lean yet tender, cooks quickly and is full of flavour making it perfect for busy nights or when entertaining. The lamb is infused with traditional Mediterranean flavours […]
Sultana Scones
These Sultana Scones are a classic addition to morning or afternoon tea. Made with buttermilk and butter, they are flaky and tender on the inside and crisp on the outside. The addition of plump juicy sultanas adds a slightly chewy texture to the soft dough. Flavoured with lemon zest and spices, the aroma as they bake is […]
Creamy Orzo and Vegetable Soup
This Creamy Orzo and Vegetable Soup is hearty and nourishing and certain to be popular with the whole family. It contains a generous quantity of vegetables that provide colour, flavour and contrasting texture. Some orzo gives depth to the soup and a small amount of cream completes the dish. This is a recipe that you […]
The Best Lemon Recipes
From delicious desserts, snacks and comforting main courses, this is our collection of The Best Lemon Recipes. We have a variety of recipes that are suitable for the whole family and many dietary requirements. If you're a lemon lover, you will love these wonderful recipes that make the most of this beautiful citrus fruit. Easy and […]
Sautéed Asparagus
Sautéed Asparagus is an elegant side dish. It is quickly and easily prepared, making it ideal for busy weeknights but so good you will also want to serve it on special occasions. There is minimal effort involved with this very simple cooking method; just toss the asparagus in a hot pan until the stalks become […]
Easy Peach Jam
You will be delighted to discover how easy it is to make this classic recipe for Homemade Easy Peach Jam. It is the ultimate way to preserve this sweet, aromatic, stone fruit to enjoy throughout the cooler months ahead. To make this jam, you will use just three ingredients: fresh peaches, sugar and lemon juice. Made without […]
Creamy Garlic Chicken
My Creamy Garlic Chicken is ideal for busy weeknights, but so good you will also want to serve it on special occasions. The delicately flavoured chicken is cooked in a frying pan, then bathed in a creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce, flavoured with fresh thyme, parsley and Sicilian green olives. It is a delicious, comforting meal […]
Gluten-Free Walnut Cookies
These Italian Gluten-Free Walnut Cookies are one of the easiest cookies that you will ever make. They are nutty and gently sweet, chewy on the outside and tender on the inside and you can have them baked in about 40 minutes. They contain just five ingredients and as they do not contain butter and we use ground walnuts […]
Spicy Mushroom and Tomato Pasta
My Spicy Tomato and Mushroom Pasta is quick and easy, full of flavour, and so delicious. To obtain maximum flavour, our tomato-based sauce contains herbs, spices, pancetta and some reconstituted porcini mushrooms to accentuate the mushroom flavour. The pasta is coated in a richly flavoured sauce that is savoury and meaty and certain to be […]
Gluten-Free Blueberry Friands
My Gluten-Free Blueberry Friands will be a welcome addition to your baking recipes. This classic, almond based, French cake is the perfect accompaniment to your morning or afternoon tea. Although they have an elegant appearance, they are made from simple, everyday ingredients. With a delicious, slightly crisp exterior and moist, tender interior they have a […]
Mediterranean Chicken Noodle Soup
My homemade Mediterranean Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food. It is a soup that is one of my go-to recipes when I am craving something warming and satisfying. The soup features a base of flavourful chicken broth, traditional Mediterranean herbs and vegetables. Chicken breasts are cooked in the simmering broth, and shredded, with noodles added […]
Date and Lemon Scones
These Date and Lemon Scones will be a great addition to your baking repertoire. With the slight caramel flavour of naturally sweet dates, complemented by the vibrancy of lemon zest, they are soft on the inside, with a crisp exterior and a crunchy golden top. You will love their versatility. Serve them warm or cold, plain, just […]
The Best Dip Recipes
From pantry staple recipes using a can of beans or tuna, to roasted vegetable or delicious cheese based options, this is our collection of The Best Dip Recipes. We have a variety of recipes that are suitable for the whole family and many dietary requirements. These recipes are both a pleasure to make and eat, with some […]
Nectarine Chutney
My homemade Nectarine Chutney is a condiment that you will use often. It is sweet, tangy and gently spiced with a depth of flavour that will enhance the foods you serve with it. When nectarines are in season, I like to enjoy them in as many ways as possible and this is one of my favourite […]
Chocolate Raspberry Porridge (Stovetop Oatmeal)
This simple recipe for richly flavoured Chocolate Raspberry Porridge (Stovetop Oatmeal) is certain to become your new family favourite breakfast. It is smooth, creamy, and deliciously chocolatey. We use whole grain, old-fashioned rolled oats as a base and top the porridge with fresh raspberries, raspberry jam, yoghurt and flaked almonds. It is warm and comforting, […]
Herb and Panko Crusted Salmon
With this Herb and Panko Crusted Salmon, you have a quickly prepared weeknight family meal, or a meal that is so elegant that it is worthy of a special occasion. A flavoursome, herbed breadcrumb crust is pressed onto the top of the salmon, then baked in the oven until the crumbs are tantalisingly crisp and golden. To complement […]
Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
My Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are certain to become a family favourite. These cookies are wheat free and made with just seven simple ingredients. They are flavoured with orange zest and vanilla and the delicious addition of chocolate chips. Why You'll Love This Recipe: Recipe Inspiration: my Italian Almond Cookies and Amaretti are reader favourite recipes, […]
Sautéed Peppers and Onions
My Sautéed Peppers and Onions are the side dish that will become your go-to when time is short. Sautéing is one of my favourite methods of cooking vegetables. It is quick, easy and produces vegetables that maintain their colour and flavour, whilst becoming lightly caramelised and the perfect degree of tender. Peppers and onions are […]
Cherry Jam
You will love this recipe for homemade Cherry Jam. It contains just three ingredients: fresh cherries, lemon juice and sugar, and is made in the classic manner, without the addition of pectin. This is a must-try jam that captures the flavour of cherries. As they have a very short season, this is a great way to make […]
Mediterranean Orzo Soup
This Mediterranean Orzo Soup is certain to become a family favourite. The soup is packed with a generous quantity of vegetables in a full flavoured broth, infused with the flavours of traditional Mediterranean herbs. In the culinary world, there are few things more cosy and soothing than a saucepan of soup bubbling away on the stove, and […]
The Best Comfort Food Recipes
From pasta dishes, soups, stews and slow roasted meats, this is our collection of The Best Comfort Food Recipes. We have a variety of recipes that are suitable for the whole family and many dietary requirements. These recipes are both a pleasure to make and eat, and will fill your homes with wonderful aromas. Easy […]
Chocolate Chip Scones
These Chocolate Chip Scones are certain to become a family favourite. Made with butter as well as buttermilk, and filled with chocolate chips, they are soft and tender on the inside with just the right amount of flaky crispness on the outside. They are so quickly and easily made that you can have a batch on the […]
Mediterranean Marinated Chicken Breast
This recipe for Mediterranean Marinated Chicken Breast will be a great addition to your weeknight meal plans. We use a Mediterranean inspired marinade to tenderise and flavour the chicken breasts, and have kept the ingredients in the marinade simple, to complement the chicken but not overpower it. This is a quickly and easily made dish […]
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder
If you love a meltingly tender, easily made roast, I am certain that you will love this Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder. The slow cooking method produces meat that is fork tender and melts in the mouth. As it slowly cooks it takes up the flavours of garlic, rosemary, oregano, onion and fennel seeds. Served with an easily made […]
Tomato Chutney
I am delighted to share our family recipe for Tomato Chutney. This condiment is a great way to make use of fresh, in-season produce. There is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, slightly spicy flavours and I am certain that you will enjoy it as much as we do. With so many ways to serve […]
Gluten-Free Pistachio Cookies
I am delighted to share with you this recipe for Italian Gluten-Free Pistachio Cookies. If you love pistachios, I am certain that you will love these cookies. The gentle pistachio flavour is complex. It is rich, nutty and slightly sweet whilst the cookies have a chewy exterior and a soft interior. I feel confident that […]