My Luxurious Warm Walnut and Apricot Tart

My Luxurious Warm Walnut and Apricot Tart

My Luxurious Walnut and Apricot Tart is a variation on a classic Scottish Ecclefechan Tart. Its quite indulgent, yet easy to make. The addition of vinegar in the filling may seem a little strange, yet it is the perfect foil for the richness of the butter and sugar custard the holds the tart together.

My Easy, Five Minute Black Olive Tapenade

My Easy, Five Minute Black Olive Tapenade

Black Olive Tapenade is a spread that bursts with flavour and originates from the Provence region of France. Using simple ingredients, olives, capers, anchovies and olive oil you can create a spread is right up there in the flavour steaks. The anchovies provide an umami / briny hit to the taste, but not all Tapenade recipes use them.

Make Sensational Expresso Crème Caramels,

Make Sensational Expresso Crème Caramels,

The Expresso Crème Caramels combine creamy sweetness with a touch of bitterness from perfectly cooked caramel. This dish tests cooking skills while allowing for stress-free preparation ahead of time. Key ingredients include espresso, sugar, milk, cream, and eggs, with careful steps needed for making caramel and custard to achieve a delightful dessert.

How to make Egyptian Dukkha, it’s Easy.

How to make Egyptian Dukkha, it’s Easy.

Egyptian Dukkha is a mixture of nuts and spices often eaten as a dip with bread moistened with olive oil. But it’s not a one trick pony, it can be used as a crusty coating for grilled fish or try it as a finishing sprinkle on roasted vegetables, soups or hummus.

The name refers to the Arabic term for pounding, and the mix is made by pounding roasted nuts, and spices together in a mora and pestle. It should be in crushed but not powdered form, unlike many spice mixes.

How To Make Garlic and Za’atar Knots with Whipped Feta

How To Make Garlic and Za’atar Knots with Whipped Feta

These Garlic and Za’atar Knots are a tear and come again treat. Perfect for a get together and irresistible after the first bite. When you think of feta cheese, a Greek salad of filo pastry pie might come to mind. But I bet you didn’t think it could become a dip!

How to make a Pastry Cheese, and Rosemary Christmas Tree

How to make a Pastry Cheese, and Rosemary Christmas Tree

This Cheese, and Rosemary Christmas Tree is a terrific addition to any Christmas party, and best of all its quick and easy to make. Use it to form a centrepiece for your party table. Each branch of the ‘tree’ breaks off to become a cheese straw ready to be dipped into a suitable sauce. I like to use my Tomato and Chilli jam as a dip. But it could be anything you like.

Air Fryer, Bacon and Avocado Wedges, with Basil Aioli

Air Fryer, Bacon and Avocado Wedges, with Basil Aioli

Bacon and Avocado Wedges make an interesting party snack that is quick to both make, and serve.

Most people only think of avocado ether in a salad or as a support for prawns. They are much more versatile than that. This recipe makes use of classic flavours that marry well with avocado, bacon, garlic, lemon, and basil.

Make These Christmas Smoky Bacon and Maple Sprouts

Make These Christmas Smoky Bacon and Maple Sprouts

The ubiquitous Brussel Sprout must be the largest topic of discussion at the Christmas dinner table. Love them or hate them they are here to stay so why not make them the biggest hit of the meal.

How to Make a Christmas Stollen

How to Make a Christmas Stollen

Make a Christmas Stollen this year and forgo the heavy Christmas cake!
The Stollen, is a German fruit bread made with yeast, and contains dried fruits, candied citrus peel, nuts and spices. Traditionary marzipan is folded into the dough before baking. If that’s not to your taste, it can easily be left out of the recipe.

Make our Stunning Christmas Pudding Soufflés.

Make our Stunning Christmas Pudding Soufflés.

Serve these Christmas Pudding Souffles to you guests and you will instantaneously be seen as a culinary genius. People are always impressed by a served a souffle, in fact they are a lot easier than people imagine.

How to Make Easy Harissa Paste.

How to Make Easy Harissa Paste.

Harissa Paste is a condiment originating from Tunisia and one of those flavours that once tasted, you become hooked on. If you like spicy, rich flavours, then this is a must-have ingredient in your kitchen.

Baking Simple Scones, Everything you Need to Know, 4 Recipes.

Baking Simple Scones, Everything you Need to Know, 4 Recipes.

Baking Simple Scones at home is easy and very rewarding.  Homemade scones are always a winner whatever time of year. But particularly pleasing enjoyed in front of the fire when the weather is disappointing.

The 12 Best Seasonings , You Need For Sensational Results

The 12 Best Seasonings , You Need For Sensational Results

These are The 12 Best Seasonings you need to get sensational results in the kitchen. They should be in everybody’s kitchen at home, and in fact, I would go so far as to say I feel culinary naked without these. Some of these you will 

How to Make Sweet Pickled Cucumber, No Cooking Required

How to Make Sweet Pickled Cucumber, No Cooking Required

Making Sweet Pickled Cucumber is a great way of using up excess cucumber and giving a rather bland food an enticing lift.