Soft fruit cupcakes
Since NT got into baking, we've been experimenting with bunging stuff in the mix, and soft fruits seem to do nicely. We've done both raspberries and blackberries so far, with the following recipe: 120g...
View ArticleWhat to do with parsnips
This is a good time of year for parsnips, but they don't keep as well as carrots and other root vegetables. If you have a good crop of parsnips, you may like to use some of them in these recipes from...
View ArticleRhubarb and vanilla jam
Jam doesn't have to be a summer commodity. This rhubarb and vanilla jam recipe will use a kilo of rhubarb, and will keep for around 6 months, until the summer soft fruits are ready. Any other ideas for...
View ArticleSpicy pickled beans
These are easy to make and you can keep them in the refrigerator for a long time without having to go through the process of canning or you can use canning jars and they keep longer (my method). I tend...
View ArticleSimple, Fun, Summertime treat!
This was a wonderful and simple Summertime treat my mom used to make for my siblings and me when I was a kid, and I made it for mine when they were little. It's super easy, healthy and kids just...
View ArticleMint cordial
A colleague was telling me about mint cordial, apparently popular in France but not often seen over here. So I looked up a recipe and made a little batch today:...
View ArticleBlackberry Soup over Biscuits!
This is one of my favorite desserts from when I was younger. My Mama called it "Poor Man's Dessert" because it was so simple and cheap. You will need fresh or frozen blackberries, water and a bit of...
View ArticlePickled Nasturtium Seeds
I've known for years that you can pickle nasturtium seeds, but never grew nasturtiums in enough quantity. Apparently, they end up like capers, peppery tasting, and can be used wherever capers would be...
View ArticleI've a weird craving...
For some reason all of a sudden, I've come over all a tizzy and I want to try making nettle soup or dandelion...wine I think? Wine doesn't sound quite right. There's some recipe involved dandelions...
View ArticlePlum wine
As it's the season for plums, and assuming other people have had a better crop than I have, I thought this might be of interest. Recipe for 1 gallon (4.5 litres) 4lbs (1.8kg) Ripe plums 3lbs (1.4kg)...
View Article101 Uses for a Spare Courgette
I'm sure many of us have the usual surfeit of courgettes, so how about some recipes that make use of them? Here's my contribution: Marinated courgettes In a medium-sized bowl mix a good glug of olive...
View ArticleTomatoes with melted cheese and herbs
Here is a great Summer recipe my hubby and just adore making for outdoor cook outs. You need some fresh off the vine, big, red tomatoes and some dried, or fresh, basil, minced garlic and parsley and...
View ArticleMake your own pumpkin wine
Now that it is harvesting time you may find you have more pumpkins than you know what to do with, while surfing I found this recipe for pumpkin wine, you may want to try this for your self....
View ArticleDrying Herbs and Chilis
There are a lot of dried herbs and chilis in supermarkets and grocery stores. Have you ever considered drying your own? How long does it take to dry herbs, like basil, for instance?
View ArticleChickpea patties
I wanted to try something different so I came up with this chickpea pattie, not bad. 1 can of chickpeas 1 egg season to taste with hamberger seasoning 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs Make a patty fry in...
View ArticleAnyone have a good recipe for Spiced Red Wine?
I love this spiced red wine that I can only get during the Autumn months called Witches Brew. It is a spiced red wine. I think it is a blend of red wines that have been spiced somehow. It is not a...
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Misto - instead of Pam
If you use Pam pan spray you maybe interested in meeting Misto. Misto® Olive Oil Sprayer in Brushed Aluminum Misto® is designed with the health-conscious cook in mind. It offers an easy way to add...
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Lots and lots of pumpkin !
I have an overload of pumpkin right now. Is there anyone that has a few delicious recipes they can share? I'm looking for anything that will help use my abundance of pumpkin. Thanks
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Coffee Cup Chocolate Cake
Here’s what you’ll need: 1/2 cup of flour 2 tbsp. cocoa powder 1/4 tsp. baking powder 2 tbsp. sugar 1/8 tsp. salt 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp. milk 2 tsp. vegetable oil 1 tbsp. Nutella 2 tbsp. Whipped Cream A...
View ArticleChutney recipes?
I am reaching out to see if anyone has any delicious chutney recipes that they would be willing to share. I recently had a pineapple chili chutney and it really got me interested. I make a lot of...
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Autumn piccalilli with pears
This unusual piccalilli recipe from the Good Food website will help you to use up your autumn cauliflowers and pears, and you can always substitute the courgettes with marrow from the garden. It makes...
View ArticleWinter radish coleslaw
This coleslaw has a slightly different slant, and you can use up your cabbage and winter radishes to make it. It's simple enough for the kids to help with, and it will go great with cold meats or...
View ArticleSwede recipes
January is a good time for swedes, and if you can't think of much to do with them other than mash them with potatoes, this feature will give you some good ideas. The swede and bacon pie looks pretty...
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Baked courgettes with spiced lamb and tomato sauce
Everybody seems to have a glut of courgettes this year, so you may find this recipe useful. It's a bit different from ratatouille, and it looks very tasty.
View ArticleLeek recipes
If you're wondering what to do with all those lovely leeks - apart from making loads of soup - here are some great recipe ideas from BBC Good Food. I love the look of the ham, leek and potato pie -...
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