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January 21, 2013

Celery (and stilton) soup

I have been making a lot of soups recently, in an effort to be a little better behaved in my eating habits. I’ve taken to making a big batch of soup on Sunday nights and then having that soup for lunch every day at work. This one is nice and filling, and it’s got a gorgeous flavour. If you’re not...

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January 7, 2013

Leek and Potato Soup

This is one of my favourite winter warmers and it’s perfect for January as leeks are in season! The potato makes it very filling and comforting, and it’s dead easy. I make this on Sunday nights and take it to work for lunch all week. It’s particularly nice with a crusty white roll. Makes 6-8 portions You will need: 2...

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September 24, 2012

Roasted Garlic and Tomato Soup

Soup season is upon us! I wanted to make a brand new soup for my first soup of the season, and I’ve hit the jackpot. This may well be the BEST soup I’ve ever made. I’ve made roasted tomato soup a few times, and it’s NEVER been this good. It’s rich, smooth, and full of fresh flavour. Best of all,...

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September 4, 2012

Lemon and Tarragon Salmon with Crushed New Potatoes and Summer Veggies

This is one of my favourite salmon recipes because it’s fresh and zingy and REALLY easy. Until recently, I was a bit of a novice when it came to salmon, but I’ve recently been getting a bit more experimental. Lemon and tarragon go really well together and the whole lot together makes for a delicious, nutritious meal. For two people,...

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March 28, 2012

Slow Cooked Coq au Vin

My mum makes the best coq au vin in the world, so last week, when I had guests over, I knew I had to try it out. I vaguely followed her recipe, but mostly made it up as I went along. It was one of the yummiest meals I’ve made in ages! Really rich and flavoursome (might be something to...

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March 1, 2012

(Irish) Welsh Rarebit

Happy St David’s Day! To celebrate, we’re making the cheesetastic classic, Welsh Rarebit. Now there are lots of recipes out there that promise they’re the most authentic. I’ve combined a touch of Hugh F-W’s with, er, what I had in the cupboard. The result was a ridonculously cheesy dinner that left me nearly comatose. It’s creamy, rich and tangy –...

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February 6, 2012

Posh Bangers & Mash with Caramelised Onions & Red Wine Jus

This is a perfect dish for a chilly evening and is pretty cheap to make, so it’s good for those on a budget! I like to serve it with freshly steamed vegetables, though my flatmate likes it with curly kale. Delish with a glass of red wine. For four people, you will need: 6-8 large potatoes, peeled and quartered 150...

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December 14, 2011

Bangers & Mash Pie

This is a brilliant dish to make with leftover bangers and mash, though you can of course make it with fresh bangers and mash if you fancy it. It’s lovely comfort food with that little bit of richness. Plus you just can’t beat a bit of red wine jus! You will need (for one): 2-3 good quality sausages 2-3 large...

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August 23, 2011

Ratatouille Pasta

This super simple but yummy dish is the perfect weeknight meal as it requires minimal effort and is really healthy. It’s really versatile, so feel free to adapt it as you wish. Serves 2 You will need: 300-400g fresh pasta (I use tortellini) (you can use dried but you will need to add extra time in for cooking it) 1...

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July 11, 2011

Chicken Breasts with Mozarella & Pesto

Ok, so the name is pretty self explanatory for this one. It’s a dead easy recipe that always works a treat, and it’s an ideal dish to serve to guests as it looks very fancy when done effectively. You can really ad lib with this recipe, so feel free to throw in some pine nuts, some parma ham or some...