Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed 1 tablespoon ghee (or vegetable oil) 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 1 cup frozen peas 1 teaspoon minced ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to spice preference) 1/2 teaspoon […]
Easy Roast Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes: Russet, Yukon Gold, or red potatoes all work well. 1/4 cup olive oil: You can use other high heat oils like avocado oil. 1 tablespoon dried herbs: Choose your favorites (rosemary, thyme, Italian seasoning, etc.) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Optional: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chopped fresh […]
Herb-baked Celeriac Recipe
Ingredients: 1 medium-sized celeriac (celery root) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (your preference – thyme, rosemary, oregano, parsley all work well) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4-5 cloves garlic, unpeeled Optional: 1 tablespoon butter Instructions: Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prep the Celeriac: Thoroughly scrub the […]
Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe
Ingredients: 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 6 tablespoons (90g) unsalted butter, cut into cubes ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ¾ teaspoon flaky sea salt (or ½ teaspoon regular table salt) Equipment: Medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan Whisk Heatproof spatula (optional) Jar or airtight container for storage Instructions: Caramelize the Sugar: […]
Rhubarb & Ginger Jam Recipe
Ingredients: 1 kg rhubarb (washed, trimmed, and chopped into 2cm pieces) 1 kg granulated sugar 50g fresh ginger (peeled and finely grated or chopped) 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed) 50g crystallized ginger (finely chopped, optional) Equipment: Large, non-reactive saucepan or preserving pan Wooden spoon Sterilized jars with lids and rings (half-pint or pint jars […]
Black Bean Chilli Recipe
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, diced (optional) 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons chili powder 1 pound ground beef or turkey (optional) 3 cups cooked black beans, or 2 (15 oz) cans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, fire-roasted preferred […]
Spiced Fruit Loaf Recipe
Ingredients Dried Fruit: 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, golden raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots, chopped dates, etc.) ½ cup chopped candied peel (optional) ¼ cup brandy, rum, or orange juice (for soaking) Spices: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon mixed spice Pinch of ground cloves (optional) Wet: 1 cup water […]
Blackberry Liqueur (Crème de mûre) Recipe
This recipe creates a delicious blackberry liqueur, also known as Crème de Mure, perfect for sipping on its own or using in cocktails. Here’s a comprehensive guide with full instructions: Ingredients: 5 cups (700g) blackberries, fresh and ripe 1 bottle (750ml) red wine, medium-bodied 1.5 cups (300g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (120ml) vodka or gin […]
Beetroot Hummus Recipe
Yields: About 2 ½ cups Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time (if roasting): 40-60 minutes Ingredients: 1-2 medium beets (about 1 lb total weight) 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/4 cup tahini 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling) 1/2 […]
Best Ever Chocolate Raspberry Brownies Recipe
Ingredients: 2 sticks (1 cup, 226g) unsalted butter 1 1/4 cups (248g) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs, at room temperature 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup (63g) unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup (8 oz) fresh raspberries 1/2 cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips […]