ELDERFLOWER CORDIAL

by in Recipes July 2, 2020

Using the pink Elderflowers from my garden I made this beautiful pink Elderflower cordial.  I just love the color.  It is delicious with sparkling water or as an addition to a glass of Prosecco.  I so enjoy using things from my garden to make delicious things to eat and drink.       Dissolve the […]

FRUIT AND NUT CHEESE ROLL

by in Recipes June 25, 2020

A lovely Summery addition to a Cheese Platter, or great to take on a Picnic!!!  Very easy to make, just takes a little time to soak the fruit and then let it firm up in the fridge before eating.  You can use any combination of fruit you like really, and either add nuts or not […]

ROASTED VEGETABLE CURRY

by in Recipes June 1, 2020

Made this very tasty Roasted Vegetable Curry and it got the thumbs up from all the family.  It has Chickpeas in it which are a good source of protein.  It is Dairy Free, Gluten Free and Vegan, so ticks lots of boxes !!! I served this with Brown Rice and Fresh Coriander. I based this […]

BAKED CHEESECAKE

by in Recipes May 28, 2020

My husband is not really a dessert eater, but he loves this cheesecake, so for his birthday I just had to make it for him. It is small but rich so you only need a small portion, but it is delicious.  This will easily serve 8 people with leftovers if no one has seconds!!!! Preheat […]

ROASTED GARLIC AND NETTLE SOUP

by in Recipes April 22, 2020

I have cultivated a patch of Nettles in my veggie garden and a few Sunday’s ago I  saw a recipe in the Independent by Susan Jane White for Nettle Soup so decided to make it and finally use up some of my fast growing Nettles. I did manage to sting my leg with them, but […]

MISO COD

by in Recipes April 21, 2020

I love Miso Cod when I am eating out in a Japanese Restaurant, so wanted to make it at home.  For my first attempt I was pretty pleased with it, it was extremely tasty!!! It does take a few days marinating so you have to plan it in advance!! Combine the Mirin and Gin (or […]

    Cart