cooking up a storm at the edge of the world
This courgette and poppy seed muffin recipe is not too sweet and almost savoury. It’s made with grated courgette, lemon-infused olive oil, and poppy seeds. It’s ideal with a morning coffee! Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Difficulty: Easy Courgettes are reproducing at pace in my vegetable crisper. Seriously. Every year, the same …
Enjoy the taste of summer with our Mediterranean couscous salad. Packed with fresh ingredients, it’s the perfect dish for barbecues. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Difficulty: Easy The sun came out yesterday! For the fourth time this summer, I felt the warmth of the summer sun on my face. It was gloriously wonderful! …
Discover the flavours of Sardinia with culurgiones: a traditional Sardinian pasta filled with delicious ingredients. Prep Time: 1.5 hours Cooking Time: 35 minutes Difficulty: Moderate A holiday in Sardinia Many, many years ago, I had the privilege of visiting the island of Sardinia on an all-expenses-paid whirlwind weekend trip. It was the car launch for …
Use leftover mashed potatoes in these light and moist herbed potato bannocks, which are ideal for summer picnics. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Difficulty: Easy They say that familiarity breeds contempt. I’ve called Shetland home for over 17 years. Shetland, in case you don’t know, is a little island archipelago in the …
Try our delicious lovage soup recipe, featuring fresh peas and the unique flavour of the lovage herb. It’s a perfect dish for a cool day! Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy It’s the time of year when our diet is largely dictated by what appears in our weekly organic CSA veg …
These generous-sized banana blueberry streusel muffins (we all like a big breakfast muffin, right?) are incredibly soft and moist, with little bursts of blueberry throughout. The cinnamon-scented streusel topping adds a lovely crunch texture and appetite-stimulating aroma to the muffin. It’s a delicious way to use those over-ripe bananas; perfect for breakfast with a coffee! …
Experience the tastiest potato canapes with bacon and asparagus! Learn how to make these mouthwatering bites, perfect for any occasion. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Difficulty: Easy Mayonnaise, for more than just sandwiches I confess when I was growing up in Canada, mayonnaise was not one of those things that regularly appeared …
Beets, red wine, and juniper join venison, onions, beans, and sun-dried tomatoes to make a rich, satisfying stew. The recipe is reproduced, with permission, from Outlander Kitchen—the Official Outlander Companion Cookbook. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 1.5 hours Difficulty: Easy The Outlander book series Hands up, who else sobbed their way through the Outlander Series …
Boulets à la Liégeoise are a traditional Belgium meatball recipe made with a mixture of pork and beef mince cooked in a delicious sauce. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Difficulty: Moderate A Belgian holiday It feels like an absolute age since I have cooked anything properly. It’s been nearly a month since …
This is the easiest, soft-baked M&M cookie recipe with a soft and chewy centre, made according to my grandmother’s traditional recipe. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 12 minutes Difficulty: Easy A brief history of the M&M M&M’s were inspired by the sugar-coated chocolate treats given to British soldiers during the Spanish Civil War. Forrest …
. Get ready for your next barbecue with our classic family favourite potato salad recipe. Perfect for sharing with friends and family. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Difficulty: Easy There’s something intensely satisfying about a table filled with food, a table so full that there’s no room to sit – you all …
Get ready to make your taste buds dance with this classic fruit and nut chocolate fudge recipe. This treat combines the rich, smooth texture of chocolate with the sweet tang of dried fruits and the satisfying crunch of nuts. Whether it’s the chewiness of raisins or the crunch of almonds, each bite delivers a perfect …
Elevate your grilling game with our homemade five-spice BBQ sauce. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, savoury, and spicy. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 5 minutes Difficulty: Easy Regular readers will know that I am currently training for an epic 250 mile mountain bike cycle through the highlands of Scotland this summer (note – …
. Jerk marinade, one of the Caribbean’s most popular flavours, combines delicious herbs and spices with the prominent flavour of allspice berries. The heat of the spice mixture, the succulence of the slow-cooked pulled pork, and the salty watermelon cubes of this jerk pulled pork and watermelon salad make a well-matched flavour combination. Prep Time: …
A recipe, review & giveaway in collaboration with Ball Preserves. I made jam!!! For the first time in my adult life I have successfully managed to make jam! Ok, if I’m going to be completely honest here, I successfully put all the ingredients into my new swish Ball® FreshTech Automatic Jam & Jelly Maker, pressed the button …
A cinnamon-scented breakfast muffin recipe packed full of carrots, apples and dates. Carrot cake for breakfast! Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 35 minutes Difficulty: Easy It’s become a yearly tradition now, with my birthday at the start of December, for my Canadian grandmother to send me a cookery book and a pair of earrings …
These easy chocolate cupcakes with vanilla buttercream blend rich chocolate flavour and smooth, creamy sweetness. The moist chocolate base pairs perfectly with the light, vanilla-infused buttercream topping, creating a balanced and satisfying treat for dessert lovers. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Difficulty: Easy This is my children’s favourite cupcake recipe. They are …
Discover the secret to perfectly tender and flavourful BBQ ribs: sous vide cooking for 48 hours. Get the recipe now! Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 48 hours Difficulty: Moderate BBQ sous vide ribs offer a tender and flavourful experience by combining the precision of sous vide cooking with the smoky, rich taste of barbecue. …
Discover the irresistible taste of homemade kale crisps. Learn how to make your own crispy, flavourful snacks at home. Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 3 hours Difficulty: Easy If you had told me ten years ago that I’d devour an entire bowl of kale in one sitting, I’d have laughed at you. Kale crisps …
Discover the satisfaction of making your own homemade natural yoghurt in an electric yoghurt maker. It’s easy to make and more affordable than store-bought options. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 hours Difficulty: Easy We eat a lot of yoghurt in our house. A lot. The fridge always has a container of homemade natural, …
