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Tag Archives: Cheese
The Original Mac ‘n’ Cheese. A Roman Classic. Cacio e Pepe.
When life gets busy and I’m travelling in the fast lane, I definitely do not want to spend a minute more in the kitchen than is absolutely necessary. Still wanting to eat beautiful, delicious food but never compromising on the … Continue reading
Posted in Pasta, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Butter, Cheese, Italian, Made From Scratch, Pepper, Spaghetti, Winter
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Eat, Fast And Live Longer. A 5-2 Fast Day Meal Idea Under 100 Calories. Whipped Feta
Sometimes all I need to tide me over on a 5-2 fast day is one simple but delicious element. Something like this gorgeously light and tangy whipped feta. Smeared on a plate it’s a gorgeous accompaniment to a roasted root … Continue reading
Posted in Cheese, Small Bites, What I Love to Cook
Tagged 5:2 Diet, Cheese, Dip, Fast Diet, Feta, Gluten free, Healthy
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Simple Cheese Making At Home. Thick, Luscious And Creamy Mascarpone.
Mascarpone. Word associations. Triple Creme. Luxurious. Expensive. Italy’s answer to creme fraiche. Thick, luscious and creamy. Slightly sour with a wonderful palate cleansing tang. Celebrations. Cannoli and tiramisu. Lazy holiday brunch. Peaches and cream. Sweet summer berry tarts. Savoury mushroom … Continue reading
Posted in Cheese, Sweet Treats, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Celebrations, Cheese, Christmas, Cream, Food, Gluten free, Italian, Lemon, Mascarpone
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For The Cheese Board. Prune, Pistachio And Hazelnut Log.
I have long been a fan of Annabel Langbein, The Free Range Cook. Her recipes are fresh, simple and delicious and hit the mark every single time. I’ve always loved cooking with the seasons. Autumn brings organic roasted nuts and … Continue reading
Posted in Fruit, Small Bites, Sweet Treats
Tagged Autumn, Cheese, Easter, Gluten free, Hazelnut, Petit Fours, Pistachio, Prunes
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The Summer Edition. Folding With Filo. Spinach, Herb and Cheese Triangles.
Summer is all about simple meals that make good use of seasonal produce. Bursting with flavour the ingredients often don’t need very much preparation at all. On hot, sweltering days we love a casual mezze style of eating. Char grilled … Continue reading
Posted in Small Bites, To Serve with Drinks, Vegetables, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Baking, Cheese, Eggs, Filo, Herbs, Lemon, Pastry, Spanakopita, Spinach, Summer, Vegetarian
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A Most Indulgent and Elegant Canapé. Medjool Dates With Brillat-Savarin and Pistachio.
Another feast day, another indulgence. This time a very simple canapé. Plump, luscious Medjool dates, split, seeded and filled with a perfectly ripe triple cream white mould cheese. Finished with a generous sprinkling of freshly roasted, crushed pistachio. A most … Continue reading
Posted in Cheese, Sweet Treats, To Serve with Drinks, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Brie, Canapes, Cheese, Christmas, Dates, Entertaining, Gluten free, Pistachio, Triple Cream
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For The Cheese Plate. Very Retro. Short and Crumbly. Baked Cheddar Biscuits.
Not so long ago we dropped by friends for a pre-dinner drink before heading out for a meal at a nearby restaurant. At the door we were greeted by the most delicious aroma. Home baked cheese biscuits. The perfect accompaniment … Continue reading
Posted in Baked, Cheese, To Serve with Drinks, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Baking, Biscuits, Cheddar, Cheese, Chilli, Food, Recipe
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Meltingly Delicious. King Island Double Cream Brie. Baked In Its Box With Garlic, White Wine and Thyme.
This is quite possibly the most decadent way to eat cheese ever invented. Based on the Swiss delicacy Baked Vacherin Mont D’Or. Seasonally enjoyed in the depths of winter with a good bottle of wine. It’s mid July and mighty … Continue reading
Posted in Cheese, Small Bites, To Serve with Drinks, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Brie, Cheese, Fondue, Garlic, Herbs, Thyme, Wine, Winter
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Effortless Entertaining. Assembling the Ultimate Antipasto Platter.
One of my all time favourite activities is to visit a fabulous delicatessen or providore and chat to the counter staff about their offerings. Usually the conversation runs along the lines of this. I’m looking for [insert ingredient of the … Continue reading
Posted in Cheese, Small Bites, To Serve with Drinks, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Antipasto, Bread, Cheese, Cured Meats, Entertaining, Italian, Marinated Vegetables, Olives
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