Here are a few recipes with, not surprisingly, oranges and lemons! First up, my favourite cake, tried and tested and a flourless recipe – i...

… I hope you enjoy this variation of the original recipe – some might say “if it ain't broke don't fix it” - in the interests of tho...

… Nasi Goreng is Indonesian and began life as a breakfast dish using up leftover rice from the previous evening but has evolved into a popu...

Before I move on to other stuff, here's the next level in fish pie, zhuzing with a mornay sauce - simple and delicious, especially if y...

… a fishcake is a fishcake – boring! It's not true, try this recipe and you will change your mind when you discover how scrumptious the...

… Kedgeree with a twist Here's my version of that old favourite Kedgeree – together with a Rendang curry sauce. It's not compulsor...

… a marinade and a stir fry If, like lots of people you're not fond of fish my answer is zhuzh it! Give this recipe a go, you never...

… and Parmesan Dumplings Use a combination of roasted veggies as a base for this dish – parsnips, carrots, potatoes – whatever your favour...

Traditionally goulash was served with rice or, spatzle (a soft egg noodle). I'm a retro kinda gal - in the 70s, it was with new potat...

  Parmesan Dumplings In a large bowl, mix together 100g (4oz) self raising flour 50g (2oz) vegetarian suet pinch of salt 15g gr...

In my humble opinion dumplings are the food of the Gods – the ultimate accompaniment to any casserole, soup or stew. Before we begin … a co...

The Chowder originates from long journeys by ship – they used ingredients that would survive and the soup was thickened with hardtack. Hard...

This time the core ingredients for this soup are all raw – leeks, celery and onion. The previous recipe produced a soup with texture - now ...

Do you always finish up with leftover veggies – cooked or raw? Here are a couple of ideas for “something out of nothing” Instead of throwi...

Whether it's bread for the soup or for the sandwiches it's perfect for a winter day! What could be more inviting for lunch than home...

… i t's my take on a “takeaway” chicken idea for the weekend. Slow cooking a whole chicken doesn't take a great deal of effort, n...

You could push the boat out and cook a chicken this way – it's easy peasy and economical too. Alternatively as I said, you could use th...

What could be better in this weather than a steaming bowl of your choice. My first offering is chicken soup for the soul – it makes you fee...

The last time I wrote this version of Tarte Tatin was in June 2019 – how time flies! Here it is : Toffee Apple Tarte Tatin 6-8 larg...

This is a very popular pudding with everyone who likes chocolate and the hot and cold combination – I've known those who purport not to ...