I may have mentioned to you earlier this year that I was undertaking a Commercial Cookery course. Recently I have had to change my culinary school and now find myself in a new school and doing the course full time which includes a practical class on Sundays. This class starts at 8 am and finishes… Continue reading Chef Skills – Poultry
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Winter Greens
A dish of winter greens can only be described as splendid. A healthy selection of fresh crispy leaves, blanched and lightly tossed in olive oil, garlic and seasoning will evoke lovely flavours, textures, colours from these home grown beauties picked from my garden. In late Autumn I planted Swiss Chard (Silver beet), Kale and Tatsoi.… Continue reading Winter Greens
Cottage Pie (Shepherd’s Pie)
During the cold winter months a good Cottage Pie or Shepherd’s Pie is a dish of pure comfort, heartiness and simplicity. With it’s meaty base, added diced vegetables, thick tomato sauce or a thick rich gravy and a topping of mashed potato, sweet potato, makes a delicious meal. Traditionally mashed potato was lovingly used in… Continue reading Cottage Pie (Shepherd’s Pie)
Russian Salad
I would like to re-share this wonderful salad recipe for all who are enjoying the height of summer. If you are planning a BBQ, a family gathering or having some friends over this coming weekend for a meal, you will not regret trying this recipe and impress your guests. The salad is loved amongst our… Continue reading Russian Salad
Smoky Bacon, Pepper, Courgette & Spring Onion Clafoutis
Originally a classical French sweet pudding made with black cherries, prunes or other suitable fruits in season. This pudding, originally a sweet treat, has conveniently been converted into a savoury dish. Why not, it works. It can easily be made into a complete vegetarian course by adding cheese instead of the smoky bacon. No matter… Continue reading Smoky Bacon, Pepper, Courgette & Spring Onion Clafoutis
Grilled Steak with Mashed Potato, Asparagus & Peppers in Mustard Sauce
A cold Saturday night with no plans, just keeping warm, a dinner for two of a lovely grilled eye fillet and a few vegetable dishes and a fabulous glass of red. After dinner a relax on the couch and a movie. After a busy week, I wouldn’t want to do anything else. Cheers to those… Continue reading Grilled Steak with Mashed Potato, Asparagus & Peppers in Mustard Sauce
Lemon Curd
Freshly picked lemons from my Meyer Lemon tree. This small tree is always abundant and provides us with fruit during the cold winter months. On this occasion I will be making home made Lemon Curd. There are many wonderful ways to make use of this freshly made spread. Cakes, pastries, tarts, pancakes are just a… Continue reading Lemon Curd
Rustic Beef, Onion & Mushroom Pies
Making pies, whether they be savoury or sweet, can be a lovely time spent in the kitchen during the cold months. For many of us who are in the midst of winter and may I say, not liking it. There are a number of ways to pass the cold winter months. If you take pleasure… Continue reading Rustic Beef, Onion & Mushroom Pies
Pork with Plum Sauce & Choy Sum
A few weeks ago, my assignment for the course was to put together a recipe, create a sequence/plan, complete the dish within 40 minutes and serve. The chef then tasted the dish and gave advice on how to improve it if we were to serve it as a dish in a cafe or restaurant. This… Continue reading Pork with Plum Sauce & Choy Sum
Lamb Koftas with Grilled Vegetables
Home cooked meals need not take hours in the kitchen. This quick Lamb Kofta recipe is effortless, delicious and full of wonderful exotic spices. When they are sizzling on the griddle, the kitchen is filled with wonderful middle eastern aromas. Ingredients 1 kg Lamb Mince 2 Spring Onions (finely sliced) 2 tablespoons of Coriander (chopped)… Continue reading Lamb Koftas with Grilled Vegetables
