I’ve written a recipe for shepherd’s pie before, but this pie, so-named for its vegetable-reliant ingredients, is a sensation. While not strictly vegetarian (due to the inclusion of Worcestershire sauce), this vegetable-based take on a shepherd’s pie is a really delicious, healthy swap. Comfort and warmth delivered in a very nutritious, low-calorie package. Feeds 2-4, dependingContinue reading “Gardener’s Pie”
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Sweet & Spicy Chicken Curry
This is a sweet, gently spiced and deeply comforting curry. If you’ve never tried raisins in a curry before, you’ll be amazed at how delicious it is. And don’t be tempted to leave out the sugar – it’s the magic ingredient! Feeds 4 Ingredients 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, finelyContinue reading “Sweet & Spicy Chicken Curry”
Sausage and Apple Traybake with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
A cosy, stress-free autumnal meal. Great for a weeknight, but would make a lovely Sunday lunch, as well. Feeds 4 Ingredients 4 – 8 sausages (depending on size) 4 carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal 4 apples, peeled and cut into cubes 8 handfuls of brussel sprouts, larger ones halved, smaller ones left wholeContinue reading “Sausage and Apple Traybake with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette”
Caesar Braised Beef
Flavours of the Great Canadian Caesar slow-cooked with a brisket of beef. Rich and spicy, and nothing like any beef stew you’ve had before. The Canadian Caesar is the best drink in the world. Kind of like a Bloody Mary, only instead of tomato juice it’s Clamato juice: a briny, salty tomato and clam juice.Continue reading “Caesar Braised Beef”
Beer Braised Shepherd’s Pie
Mushrooms and ale give this pie a really deep flavour. The ale lends a slightly bitter edge, mellowed by cooking and the sharp cheddar cheese. The end result is deeply comforting and about as British as it gets. Serves 6 Ingredients Olive oil Salt and pepper 1 ½ cups finely diced onion 1 cup finelyContinue reading “Beer Braised Shepherd’s Pie”