There’s no doubt the mercury has dropped here in the UK and I am making friends again with my slow-cooker, casserole dish and stew pot. I am also very pushed for time too – as I am sure most of you are when challenged with mid-week meals, day after day, and salads or[Read More]
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A WLS Supper with Subtle Sweetness: Succulent Chicken with Raisins
I have thoroughly enjoyed my sunny time away in the Italian Lakes (Lake Garda is more than beautiful) but now back home and suffering the dismal weather of heavy rain and blustery winds. This kind of weather calls for more warming food fare and this dish fits the bill perfectly. It is chicken (legs[Read More]
Tagine-Style Orange Chicken
Am I the only one to find this time of year tricky food wise? I don’t want to give up on lighter summery dishes but also feel the need for something a bit more comforting to cope with the cooler temperatures (especially in the evening or at sun down). I find the solution is[Read More]
Summer Chicken Stew – Super Simple Recipe 19
Stews aren’t just for the winter months but can be summery too and don’t have to be cooked for hours in the oven (which is welcome news in some parts of the world – and rumour has it, we, in the UK, have a heatwave coming next week). This one is cooked on the hob[Read More]
I Heart Pumpkin!
I simply love pumpkin! I love the versatility of this amazing food and the way that you can use it in so many different ways to make soups, stews, risottos, cakes, smoothies, pies …. and well you name it, and there seems to be a variation using it. I also adore that it looks wonderful[Read More]