The word “giardiniera” means “female gardener” in Italian. I love this quick pickle it doesn’t involve the traditional lengthy fermentation process. Instead, it relies on a simple pickling solution made with vinegar, water, salt, sweetener and spice. Quick pickles are ready to eat once they have had a chance to marinate and can be enjoyed […]
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PORK FILLET with Brussel sprouts Mushroom Snow Peas & Cherry Tomato
A reminder of what this blog is about. It’s about what I cook at home daily. You would have noticed me dabbling with Keto meals which I love and will continue to do so. It’s also about eating less process food by cooking from scratch and spending less money per week on food by not […]
ENCORE EATS Chicken Salad
Encore eats is my positive spin on leftovers. It’s a meal you don’t need delivered. So why Uber eats when you can Encore Eats. Surprise yourself, see what you can create if you take all the fresh food and condiments out of the fridge and place it on the kitchen bench. This post is a […]
SALSA VERDE
In English, Green Sauce. I had some well cared for basil and mint in the fridge which was a few days old and some home grown parsley and chives. All these herbs, what can I make ? Salsa Verde. This pesto like sauce preserves the fresh herb aroma for up to one week. If you […]
WHOLE ROAST CHICKEN
Whole roast chicken from the store is convenient and inexpensive. But when you cook it yourself you have complete control over the quality and freshness. In 60 minutes plus 20 minutes resting time you will have your own delicious roast chicken ready to go. If you are catering for big numbers roast four or six […]
SALMON OMELETTE
You’ve got an egg you’ve got a meal. Make an omelette and you’ve got a meal in 5 minutes. Omelettes are filling, satisfying and this recipe is keto friendly. I had some left over cooked salmon in the fridge so I tossed it in with some mushroom cherry tomato and baby spinach. No need to […]