Prawn and spinach-stuffed salmon en croute

This weekend I felt like doing something a bit more involved and trying something new. I’d done a James Martin salmon en croute a few years ago and that was delicious, but I decided to go it […]
This weekend I felt like doing something a bit more involved and trying something new. I’d done a James Martin salmon en croute a few years ago and that was delicious, but I decided to go it […]
Puy lentils are high in protein and cholesterol-reducing fibre. They are virtually fat free, and low GI. They’re also very good for heart health. They’re a winner. I added garlic and vitamin C, and more […]
I had a huge craving for Greek yoghurt yesterday so I had this for lunch. I topped the yoghurt with a Braeburn apple, taken from the fridge and chopped into cubes. Then I added some […]
There is nothing very difficult or unusual about this, but I was excited to find my crumpet rings made the perfect-sized eggs. It’s the small things… What to use – serves 2 2 muffins 6 […]
Coq d’Argent, No.1 Poultry, London EC2R 8EJ http://www.coqdargent.co.uk This was only the second time I’d visited this restaurant which is a shame really as it’s only around the corner from where I have worked for the past […]
I’ve made this now for pretty much everyone I know because it’s easy. I am not good at puddings a) because I don’t generally eat them, b) because I can’t generally make them, and c), […]
I’ve pondered making my own pasta for years but thought it would be too much of a mission. I took the plunge recently and bought a pasta roller and have made ravioli twice now. While I’ve […]
This was another Saturday lunchtime creation which involved pulling together some of my favourite things: the subtle sweetness of a firm young courgette, plump mushrooms, toasted nuts, pungent garlic, fresh lemon juice and a big pile of […]
This week is all about low-carb food after the excess of Easter. This salad combines quinoa which is a high protein grain favoured by the Incas, and personally I try not to eat anything that wasn’t […]
I saw her make this on tv on Saturday morning and thought I’d give it a go. It was really very tasty indeed. If I did it again I think I’d lighten it and make […]