Pickled chillies are tangy, sweet, and spicy; perfect for topping a salty pizza or chopping into a creamy coleslaw to add brightness. The leftover chilli-infused brine can also be used as a base for a spicy vinaigrette, so nothing goes to waste!
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How To Pickle Beetroot
Famed – and occasionally feared – for its antioxidant-rich deep purple hue – this versatile root veg has long been a British favourite, with its sweet and earthy flavour a staple of many a childhood dinner. Long-lasting, fantastic for leftovers and offering a ton of health benefits, in recent times […]
Sweet Chilli Jam
I have had an abundant crop of chillies this year so I’m making sweet chilli jam. It’s a great addition to any plate of cold meats and if I make my own I can add plenty of chilli because I like the heat!
How To Sauté Leeks
This recipe for sautéed leeks is quick and easy and makes a lovely, tender buttery side dish to accompany your meal.
Easy Homemade Tomato Passata
I have had a good crop of tomatoes on my allotment, far more than I can use in salads so I am going to make tomato passata and store it for future use.
How To Pickle Gherkins
Sweet and crunchy home-pickled gherkins. You can’t eat fish and chips without one!
How To Cook Runner Beans
I prefer my beans cooked fairly quickly in boiling water for 5-8 minutes but alternatively, you can steam them for 15-20 minutes or stir-fry them for 3-5 minutes
Easy Corn on the Cob
If you are looking for a really easy corn on the cob recipe then you cannot get any easier than this one.