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.
Dinners for Two
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.
Steak Diane
Fancy a retro style steak Diane? This recipe will take you straight back to London cuisine of the 1960s.
Mediterranean Cod en Papillote
Cod en papillote simply means “in parchment”. This is a really easy style of cooking fish especially if you are not confident with fish in the kitchen.
Superb Fish Pie
I’ve tried many a fish pie recipe over the years and this one from Bryn Williams is, without doubt, the best.
Duck Ragu
Slow-cooked duck legs make for an indulgent ragu, and this recipe from Great British Chefs ensures you’ll end up with a rich pasta sauce, perfect with a punchy red wine, such as Merlot. If you have any leftover roast duck this could be shredded and would work equally well. In […]
Rack of Lamb with Port Sauce
This rack of lamb recipe from Gav’s Kitchen is really tasty and when served with a reduced port wine sauce is absolutely delicious! It is very easy to cook with minimal preparation so makes a good main course for two. Start with a good quality mini rack (4 bone) of […]
Duck Breast with Orange Sauce
Duck breast with orange sauce is quick, easy and delicious. Meat from game birds like duck or goose has a reputation for being fatty. Its a myth, properly cooked the fat keeps the meat moist during cooking and melts away by the time its ready. You can choose from hot […]