Oozy, gooey, salty, sweet, crispy goodness. Oh my… This Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Cranberry Compote is such a great little recipe. You can’t really call it a recipe, to be honest, but it certainly delivers! Is there anything more indulgent than warm, melty Brie wrapped in golden pastry? This dish is the ultimate crowd-pleaser—perfect for parties, holidays, or a cozy night in. The Brie melts into a rich, creamy center, while the puff pastry turns beautifully crisp. And that cranberry compote? Sweet, tangy, and just the right amount of tart. It cuts through the richness like a dream.…
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Continue ReadingCoq au Vin Blanc with Creamy Garlic Celeriac Mash—a comforting, flavour-packed dish that’s perfect for a relaxed Sunday meal. Oven-roasted chicken thighs are slowly stewed in a rich, silky white wine gravy, infused with aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, mushrooms, and leeks. The result? Tender, juicy chicken in a beautifully…
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Continue ReadingCabbage & Potato Gratin – Cabbage, another one of those versatile vegetables! You can use it in coleslaw, stir-fries, soups, or even roast it in the oven. But have you ever made a cheesy cabbage gratin? It’s just so good! I came across this recipe on @nytcooking / @martharose.shulman while looking for…
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Continue ReadingClassic Prawn Bisque. Yes! What a winner! I knew this soup was going to be something special the moment all those delicious aromas started wafting up from the pan. It’s rich, creamy, and deeply flavoured – the kind of restaurant-worthy showstopper that makes the perfect starter for a dinner party.…
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Continue ReadingPerfect little puff pastry parcels filled with soft and luscious mushroom ragout, what’s not to like? We use to get these in my dad’s company Christmas package: prefab puff pastry cups and mushroom ragout in a can. Yuk. I really don’t like canned ragout, too gloupy for me. But when…
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Continue ReadingRich tomato & bell pepper sauce layered with sliced courgette, aubergine and tomatoes, brushed with olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs and roasted in the oven until the veggies are rich and luscious and have soaked up all the juices. Looks amazing, tastes even better, and although it needs to…