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 […]
Pasta with Tuna & Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients: Pasta: 1 pound dried pasta (spaghetti, linguine, penne, or your favorite shape). Olive Oil: 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Aromatics: 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, minced Flavor Enhancers (select one or more for variety): 4-5 anchovy fillets (optional, for deeper flavor) 1/4 cup capers, rinsed 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes […]
Really Sticky Ribs Recipe
Ingredients: Ribs: 3-4 pounds pork ribs (spare ribs or baby back ribs work great) Dry Rub: 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons paprika 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra smokiness) 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat) Sticky Glaze: […]
Baked Eggs with Spinach & Tomato Recipe
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 5 ounces fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 4 large eggs 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) Fresh herbs for garnish (optional, such as […]