“This is one of those leave ’em and love ’em meals. For all the ease of express-style food, there is a lot to be said for simply stashing something in the oven for an hour or two when stuck in too-tired-to-cook mode. True, one needs a little patience, which might […]
Dinners for Two
Thai-style Duck Stir-fry with Lime
One of my favourite duck recipes, this Thai stir-fry with lime is ready in just 20 minutes. Replace with chicken, if you prefer.
Spanish Fish Parcels
I’m always on the lookout for simple but inspiring recipes for fish. I recently found this recipe for bream cooked in a parcel with a selection of Spanish style ingredients by Angela Boggiano, it’s simple, low calorie but very tasty and I highly recommend it.
Poulet à la Forestière
Poulet à la Forestière, that’s chicken in mushroom sauce to the non-French-speaking world is a classic autumn dish in French kitchens.
Paprika Chicken Thighs with Alioli and Rosemary Roasties
This easy, one-pan chicken dinner with potatoes is packed with Spanish flavours like sweet red peppers, rosemary and smoky paprika.
Ribeye Steak Tacos with Corn Salsa
These ribeye steak tacos are low in calories but with all the flavour so you can enjoy and lose weight at the same time.
Spaghetti with Spinach, Chilli and Anchovies
If like me you enjoy the intense fishy saltiness of anchovies then you will love this slant on one of Nigella’s recipes from her book Cook, Eat, Repeat. My version uses spinach instead of the original chard so this recipe is for spaghetti with spinach, chilli and anchovies.
Catalan Fish Stew
The Catalunya region in the northeast of Spain is famous for its romesco sauce and this Catalan fish stew is definitely one that you will want to make time and again.
Cuban Mojo Prawns with Pasta
Cuba Meets the Canaries Cuba meets the Canary Islands in this fusion of prawns in a deliciously citrus Cuban mojo sauce with tomato and asparagus served with al dente linguine. Mojo (pronounced “moh ho”) sauces originated in the Canary Islands with a base of garlic, chilli and paprika or coriander […]
Dolmio Carbonara Plus
My Dolmio Carbonara Plus is a really easy mid-week cheat boosting the flavours in the white pasta sauce.