Mussels – you either love them, or you hate them – not many people feel ambivalent about them. Like oysters they have an acquired texture and taste but if you have only ever experienced the shop bought frozen kind I urge you to think again and head down to your local fishmonger. This is one…
Category: Simple Meals
Creamy Avocado, Basil & Lemon Pasta
Avocado’s are just incredible! We associate them with good fats (which is correct) but they are also a good source of pantothenic acid (VERY important B5), dietary fibre, vitamin K (blood clotting), copper, folate, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin E, and vitamin C… SJOE! They are basically nutrient powerhouses and its has been said (don’t you…
Piquant Chimichurri
I remember the first time I heard the name of this delicious tangy Argentinian relish I thought I was being teased as it sounded totally made up. Pronounced “chee-mee-CHOO-ree” the name’s origin is unclear although I prefer the suggestion that it is derived from Basque’s tximitxurri which is taken to mean ‘a mix of several things in no…
Spinach, Herb & Feta Triangles
I guess I could have called these Spanakopita as they really are a variation on those wonderful spinach filled Greek pies. However the change in flavours that the fresh coriander and mint contribute really puts them in a league of their own. I love adding fresh herbs to my dishes wherever I can and the…
Tandoori Spiced Chicken with a Crunchy Raw Slaw
As always I aim for simplicity in my kitchen, and the best things often are! This dish is simple enough for a mid-week lunch or supper, and even perfect for a picnic or as part of a barbecue feast. This marinade is exceptional in the way it flavours the chicken and also tenderises the meat,…