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• Chelsea Buns

  

  Normally at the weekend, I like to do some baking that takes a bit more effort than what I usually get up to during the week. I'm not a really big fan of yeast... Read more

  Posted on 01 February 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Caramel Glazed Toffee Loaf

  

  I'm not sure what it is about the flavours of Toffee, Caramel and Butterscotch that makes me go weak at the knees, but I know I am not alone in this. Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sweet Wholemeal Bannock

  

  Well, January is certainly going out with a big bang! We have had probably one of the mildest winter's on record (according to the weather people, it's still... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Cheesy Tuna Bake

  

  The Toddster is always after me to cook using things that we have in our store cupboard. He is always complaining about how much we have stored. Read more

  Posted on 29 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Easy Steak and Peppers

  

  I was lucky enough to get some Flank Steak last Saturday, a nice four pieces of it and all four pieces a really good size. You don't often see Flank Steak here. Read more

  Posted on 28 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sage Roasted Bangers with Mash and Onion Gravy

  

  I think Bangers (sausages) and Mash has to be the Toddsters favourite meal of all that I cook for him. He loves a good meaty sausage. He love a nice pile of... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Celebrat Italian Food Day with Two Delicious Italian Dishes!

  

  February 13th is Italian Food Day and you don't have to be an Italian Mama or in a fancy Italian Restaurant in order to experience some delicious Italian... Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Deb's Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

  

  It must be about twenty years ago now, but it seems like just yesterday, I lived across from a lovely lady caled Debbie. We shared a mutual love of crafts and... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Chicken and Pasta in a Garlic and Tomato Cream Sauce

  

  I know what you are thinking. She tortured the old man with pasta, yet again. What can I say? Guilty as charged. But you know what? I actually think he is... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Cindy's Portugese Gumdrop Cake

  

  I spent all day at the Temple today so I really haven't done any cooking at home. I do have this gumdrop cake recipe to share with you however that I cooked ove... Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Oven Baked Thai Chicken and Rice

  

  This is a recipe I had bookmarked a long time ago in a little cookery book I have from the BBC Good Food people, entitled 101 Storecupboard Suppers. I love the... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Chicken & Artichoke Casserole

  

  We have a very much beloved Cocker Spaniel in our house. She has a rather ticky tummy, so I don't give her dog food anymore, it always upsets her stomach. Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Lentil and Chorizo Stew

  

  I was recently sent some Spanish meats to try out from a company called Jamonprivé. Jamonprivé is an online site which works with suppliers of the best Iberian... Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Hearty Tomato and Orzo Soup

  

  When we got up this morning it was -7*C (which is about 19*F) so below freezing. That's pretty cold, especially in our house where we don't have forced air... Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Turkey Burgers with Cheddar and Spinach

  

  I really love turkey burgers. I love the fact that they are supposed to be healthier for you than regular burgers and I love that they are made from turkey. I... Read more

  Posted on 19 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Elizabeth's Date and Nut Loaf

  

  I was feeling very nostalgic today and so I made a Date Nut loaf. I just love Date Nut loaf, and so does Todd. My mother always made a beautiful one. Read more

  Posted on 18 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Queen of Pudding Cakes

  

  I kind of like to pull the stops out at the weekend and bake something special. These little Queen of Pudding Cakes I am showing you here today are certainly... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Mushroom Sauced Burgers

  

  The one thing I hated most that my mother cooked when I was growing up was beef burger patties. I loved most of the things she cooked, but when she cooked... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Spiced Butternut Soup

  

  Brrr.... I think today must have been the coldest day so far this winter. I just can't seem to get warm. This calls for a nice hot pot of soup! A delicious... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Stifado . . . a Delicious Greek Lamb Stew

  

  This is a delicious dish I made a while back and am only getting around to showing you now. It's a delicious Greek Stew made with lamb shoulder, tomatoes, wine... Read more

  Posted on 14 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES