Leek and Lemon Rice-Orzo Pilaf

Leek and Lemon Rice-Orzo Pilaf

Side, Spring, Winter

Leek and Lemon Rice-Orzo Pilaf  1st March heralds the start of meteorological spring and with it comes St. David’s Day and my corresponding need to cook anything with a vaguely Welsh theme, usually Welsh cakes, leeks or lamb. This recipe isn’t very Welsh...
Romanesco, Tomato and Feta Bake

Romanesco, Tomato and Feta Bake

Autumn, Main Course, Side

A simple and seasonal idea for the beautifully unique romanesco involving a can of tomatoes and chunks of warm feta. Romanesco is an unusual looking vegetable, but behind those vidid green fractal patterns, and conical florets it’s really just a brassica that is...
Squash Gratin with Herby Breadcrumbs

Squash Gratin with Herby Breadcrumbs

Autumn, Main Course, Side

Squash gratin with herby breadcrumbs A warming, creamy autumnal dish that can be made with butternut or any other variety of squash. Sage + squash = autumn. Is there a better combo this time of year? Peeling the squash is optional but for butternut I prefer this dish...
Sweetcorn Ribs with Miso Butter

Sweetcorn Ribs with Miso Butter

Side, Summer

How to make sweetcorn ribs – the latest food trend.  I serve mine with miso butter Sweetcorn ribs, as a concept have been around for a while now, although I’m not sure who is to credit for this amazing idea. In season sweetcorn is fantastic at the best of...
Butternut Squash Dip

Butternut Squash Dip

Autumn, Side

This rich and creamy butternut squash dip is a wonderful way of making the most of autumn’s squash. It’s a bit like hummus, but without the chickpeas. Autumn is a wonderful time for squash, and there are so many ways to make the most of its creamy texture....