Recipes

Please note

  • All eggs are large, free-range
  • All dark chocolate is 70% cocoa solids minimum
  • All baking ingredients are room temperature unless stated otherwise
  • Recipes containing raw or partially cooked eggs should not be served to those with weak or compromised immune systems.
  • Please be sure to read a recipe through before starting,
  • Also, remember that a recipe is only a blueprint. Enjoy the experiment, eat, and repeat until it is your own.

BrowseCategories
BreakfastChristmasCrowd PleasersDrinksEveryday EasyFeel Good FoodSimply SidesSlow SensationsSweet Things
Mulled Cider Red CabbageBy danieldiverI love cranberries and use the repeatedly in many dishes over the Christmas period. I have for quite awhile been using them in my braised cabbage. This recipe is fairly new to me. I make cider braised red cabbage quite a bit and recently I had leftover mulled cider and thought why not add it to my cabbage I normally would add cider, star anise and cinnamon to the pan anyways doing it with leftover mulled cider made sense as these are the key ingredients to any mulled cider. So if you haven't got mulled cider simply use the same amount of apple cider along with a star anise and a cinnamon stick. It never ceases to amaze may just how far this goes, I cool and freeze half for future use.
Nduja Meatballs & CouscousBy danieldiverFiercely spicy meatballs with a flavour packed quick couscous. This recipe is really easy thanks to the nduja. The nduja packs the meatballs full of spicy flavour and also as the meatballs are browning it releases it flavourful fat into the pan and it is this fat that is used as the building blocks for the sauce. In summer i like to serve this dish with crumbled feta as i just simply love the combo of tomato, nduja, basil and feta.
Nduja want a sausage roll?By danieldiverLiven up any party with these delicious fiery sausage rolls. Not only are they a cinch to make but they taste amazing. Golden sausage party sized sausage rolls that are brightened up thanks to the addition of Nduja the spicy salami paste. Note: If you are not a fan of heat then you could omit the Nduja and have plain sausage rolls.
No – Knead BreadBy danieldiverThis is a new recipe to me I have seen a lot of no-knead breads recently on Instagram and having done a little research it seemed all these no-knead breads take so long some need to sit for up to twenty hours. I began to think if I used a slightly warmer than usual water could I cut down the proving time and the answer was resounding Yes! The bread you get is delicious really aerated throughout with a sourdough/ciabatta style crust and delicious chew. It gets this wonderful crust thanks to the cooking process, It’s cooked in a casserole pan with a lid on for most of the cooking which lets the bread steam and develop that great crust then it comes off for the last fifteen minutes to colour and give it crustiness. I knew when making this bread that I wanted to make this rustic bread with plain flour making it more affordable and easier to keep the ingredients required for making it available.
No Churn Nutella IceCreamBy danieldiverNo Churn Nutella Ice cream recipe; A simple 3 ingredient ice cream recipe. That takes only moments to prepare. This recipe will be a hit with both adults and children. You don't require any expensive equipment to make a bowl, whisk and freezer safe container that's it.
Nutella & Banana CrepesBy danieldiverNutella and banana crepes are always a favourite either as a dessert or for brunch they are a real winner. If you are making them for dessert I suggest you add a scoop of ice cream in as well before folding the crepes and serve with any remaining warm Nutella sauce drizzled over.
Nutella CookiesBy danieldiverMy Nutella cookies are ideal for baking with kids. They require very few ingredients. Nutella is the key ingredient here meaning you can get away with not having to use butter and sugar and having to cream them together. They are delicious plain or with a little melted chocolate on top and sprinkled with hundreds and thousands.
Orange Glazed Ginger NutsBy danieldiverMy gingernut biscuits are crunchy but still melt in the mouth. They are buttery and warm with ginger and have a simple orange glaze that goes so well with the spiced biscuit.
Oxtail StewBy danieldiverA slow cook sensation and a crowd-pleaser. This recipe is well worth the wait.
Panettone PuddingBy danieldiverA super easy bread pudding that uses that classic Italian Sweet bread Panettone as it base. Making for a sweet and comforting pudding that will scent your home with warm Christmas aroma as it bakes. You can use pandoro instead of panettone and add 100g chocolate chip as well.
Party Popcorn ChickenBy danieldiverWho doesn't love some crispy popcorn chicken? so it seems to me that it is the perfect party food. I have given it a little twist and made it a little more grown up. What I love about popcorn chicken is everyone loves it, and it is good eaten hot or cold. I fill lots of small bowls with the chicken and little bowls or ramekins with the ketchup. At every step the chicken gets a flavour kick, every step of the preparation adds another layer of flavour. It starts out simple enough with well-seasoned flour, followed by the egg wash which has Dijon mustard and minced garlic, and the panko coating is highly flavoured with lots of herbs and spices. If you have popcorn chicken, you need a dip to go with ketchup is usual and I have made a suitable grown-up version to go with my grown-up popcorn chicken. It is fiery and packed full of flavour. Note: The ketchup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator in a airtight container.
PastaBy danieldiverThis is a simple pasta recipe. You don't need any fancy equipment. A rolling pin is about the most complex piece of equipment required for this recipe. It may also be noted that this recipe works fantastically with plain flour if 00 flour is hard to get hold of or unavailable.
Pork Chops & Gnocchi with Creamy Mustard SauceBy danieldiverMy creamy pork chops & gnocchi in creamy mustard sauce recipe makes for such a speedy dinner that is comforting and reinforcing. The juicy pork chops and garlicy mushroom and mustard sauce with the plump little dumpling is exactly what home cooking should be. I so often when making this add some frozen peas into the sauce towards the end so that it also contains the vegetable element.
Potato & Leek SoupBy danieldiverSoups are usually very inexpensive to make, and this potato and leek soup is no exception. A rich velvety soup that is hearty and filling. Ideal for lunches or a first course. A hunk of crusty bread and butter and it's an entire meal.
Potato & Turnip GratinBy danieldiverThis makes the perfect side dish for almost any roast dinner. I usually have it to accompany a plain roast chicken or roast duck. I do find potato gratin or dauphinoise can be a little too sickly the sweet earthiness of the thinly sliced turnip or swede if you prefer cuts the richness of the dish. Note: If you are roasting a joint of meat you can also cook on a lower heat 170°C for 1 - 2 hours until tender. Allowing you to cook both meat and potatoes in the same oven.
1 … 5 6 7 8 9 10