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Cabbage, Bean and Crispy Kale Soup

May 23, 2012

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Kale is so en vogue right now. Why not try it in this wholesome cabbage soup, it's super tasty and easy to make.

Beetroot and Basil Pesto Insalata Caprese

May 21, 2012

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A wintry take on the classic Caprese salad served with pickled beetroot slices and basil pesto. Only 5 ingredients.

Meatless Monday: Fried Egg, Chilli and Tomato Spaghetti

May 14, 2012

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Fried Egg, Chilli and Tomato Spaghetti is simple fare but equally as delightful.

Garlic, chilli and tomato mussels

March 21, 2012

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The mussels are divine. With added flavour and veg from Anathoth's Tomato Relish. Together they worked a real treat!

Soup a la Straciatella, with gluten and dairy free option

February 8, 2012

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A quick 15 minute chicken, vegetable and egg soup that's satisfying and perfect as a comfort food on those colder days.

Design your own self-saucing pizza toasties

February 1, 2012

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Our pizza toasties are healthier than you think and don't require hours of waiting or fancy equipment. And because of the generous amount of vegetables our pizza toasties are pretty much self-saucing.

Twice cooked potato gnocchi with chorizo Bolognese

January 23, 2012

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With only 3 basic ingredients, the gnocchi are easy to make and taste delicious with this deep-flavoured meaty Bolognese.

Herbed cottage cheese caprese-style salad

November 2, 2011

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This mouthwatering spring salad has to be one of my all-time favourites, because it tastes so refreshing and is very quick to make.

{Day 8} Beetroot and pine nut risotto with Chevre dressing

October 8, 2011

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You can't go wrong with the classic combination of beetroot and goat's cheese in this stunning risotto!

Pasta-less vegetable and beef lasagna

September 19, 2011

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This pasta-less lasagna is a lighter option for spring and summer, as it is filled with extra serves of veggies and lots of flavour. Gluten free of course.

Alio’s rosemary and sea salt focaccia

August 17, 2011

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For something as basic as bread, the aroma that fills the house when the focaccia is placed in the oven is indescribably amzing. As is the result: crusty, fluffy and wonderfully moreish.

Philly cheesesteak pizza my way on Bakers Delight new pizza base

July 18, 2011

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Celebrating the release of Bakers Delight new pizza bases I'm making cheesesteak pizza. Read and vote to help me win the best pizza maker title + should I win the prize money I will donate at least half to a charity or community organisation in need!

Insalata di polpo [marinated octopus salad]

March 14, 2011

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The secret to a well cooked octopus lies in the cooking time itself. It either has to be flash fried for literally a minute or two, or poached for at least an hour in order to achieve a soft, non-rubbery texture. The effect? Juicy, soft octopus perfectly matched with a crunchy vegetable salad. Bellissimo!

Home-made pizza dough and healthy toppings

February 10, 2011

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It is great fun to have a make your own pizza night where everyone, kids and grown ups alike, can customise their toppings to what they like. One rule though, make sure that there is at least 2 vegetable ingredients on the pizza. Wholesome and additive free base, sauce and toppings. Top that!

Quick and tasty spaghetti carbonara

January 27, 2011

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Spaghetti is one of those meals that even the most hesitant cooks can master as their speciality. So, when it comes to making the carbonara, it is a pretty simple recipe that takes only minutes to cook - a perfect midweek meal. The recipe does not overcater either and the dish feels light yet so deliciously creamy.

Lemon prawn and crab meat spaghettini

December 21, 2010

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This 5 minute lemon prawn and crab spaghettini is one of my favorite summer meals. Not only is it quick, it's also tasty, fresh and light. It is great for using up any left over seafood (think Christmas time) and it can be easily adjusted to feed one or many.

Etched in my memory: Pumpkin and burnt spinach lasagne with hazelnuts, pecorino and sage

September 30, 2010

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A friend recently asked me where I get my food inspiration from. I never really thought about this… I like to experiment with food combinations I already know by using them in novel ways and frequently come up with new ones as I cook. But come to think of it, I actually take pleasure in eating out… [Read more…]

One pot wonder: spaghetti meatballs in soupy tomato sauce

August 10, 2010

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If you love your spaghetti and meatballs, but hate washing up all the pots and pans afterwards, this meal is for you. All you need to cook this 1 pot wonder is a saucepan!