Classic Savoury Bacon, Cheese and Chive Tart
bacon cheese chive tart A savoury tart served warm is one of life’s simple pleasures. This tart is defined by the biscuity pastry base and the just set creamy custard … Continue reading
Ham, Cheese and Chilli Muffins
There must be a million recipes for muffins on the internet. I’ve contributed a fair number myself (see the links below) so in truth this bake was never intended to … Continue reading
Marinated Feta Cheese
I almost missed my self imposed posting deadline today, not for lack of ideas or motivation but because like a teenager, I’ve been obsessing about what I’ll wear to our … Continue reading
Potted Leftover Cheese Ends
I come from a long line of cheese lovers, in fact one of my earliest food memories is tasting blue veined cheese with my paternal grandparents. They passed their passion … Continue reading
Pumpkin, Bacon and Parmesan Risotto Cake
Pumkpkin is making it’s seasonal appearance in the northern hemisphere. In Australia, we’re lucky both Jap and butternut varieties are available year round. Pumpkin soup is a favourite in … Continue reading
Potted Cheese: November Cookbook Guru
Cooking from any Jane Grigson book reaffirms in my mind that tricked up 21st century restaurant food will rapidly fade into insignificance while there will always be a place for … Continue reading
Semolina Gnocchi
I think this dish must be the ultimate Italian comfort food. Warm, soft and cheesey with luscious crispy edges, this “pasta” makes a light and luscious meal, delicious with ratatouille, … Continue reading
Gobble without turkey, they call it Mock Turkey
My parents lived through the depression and then WW2. Their memories held a wealth of money saving ideas to use up every scrap of foodstuff that was available. Nothing eatable … Continue reading