There’s something about pies that’s so old school, so cozy and most of all so delicious. I always envied kids in old movies having a wholesome pie served for dinner at the table. So now and then, I love baking a good old-fashioned pie and the kids love this one in particular. Ingredients: 400 grams chicken breasts, cooked and cooled 200 grams chopped ham … Continue reading Chicken & Ham Pie
I am a huge artichokes fan, and this dish is one of my favourite of all times. I discovered this specialty in Rome, in a restaurant called ‘Piperno’ located in the old Roman quarter (also known as the Jewish quarter in Rome). I have such fond memories of this place, with the green walls, elegant waiters in their white jackets and the beauty of this … Continue reading Jewish style Artichokes (carciofi alla Giudia)
You will need a waffle iron – I’ve got a classic heart-shaped one that’s been working so well for years. Every week-end and Wednesdays (children don’t have school on Wednesdays in France), I make waffles. We all look forward to this ritual with such enthusiasm, it’s always so much fun to be together at the breakfast table and indulge. Served with nutella, jam and berries … Continue reading Perfect waffles
This recipe for Pilau rice is a hit every time I do it. It’s easy, wholesome and delicious. Here are the ingredients: 500 grams basmati rice 4 cloves 1 small cinnamon stick 1/2 teaspoon salt a good pinch of turmeric 60g Butter or Ghee 1 finely sliced onion 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 4 – 5 cardamom pods litre boiling water In a … Continue reading Pilau Rice
Takes 5 minutes to make! Half an onion finely chopped 1 and a half greek yogurt 1/2 cucumber chopped in small squares A bunch of chopped peppermint leaves 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon of salt Mix all the ingredients together and served chilled. Continue reading My raita with cucumber & peppermint
I simply love a good scotch egg. A fresh boiled egg wrapped in a golden breadcrumb and sausage wrapping. It’s the ultimate snack or meal for anytime of the day. Makes 8 8 organic farm eggs (to be boiled) 2 eggs (for the dipping) 8 sausages (remove the skin) 200 grams white breadcrumbs lemon zest of half a lemon 1 tablespoon mustard parsley (finely chopped) … Continue reading Scotch Eggs
For chestnut cream and chocolate lovers, this is the business! This cake, so popular with my family and friends, is rich in chocolate flavour with an underlying taste of chestnut vanilla cream. Pure satisfaction. Perfect for any occasions, I baked it for my husband’s birthday today! 435 grs tin sweetened chestnut purée (available in most supermarkets) 140 ml double cream or crème fraîche 50 grs … Continue reading Chocolate cake à la crème de marron (chestnut cream)
