Have you ever wondered what to do with those over ripe bananas? When their skin turns black and flesh is very sweet but starting to get mushy? Well, in my kitchen I turn them into a banana cake. You need a bit of a background story to explain why I made this dessert. Last week Becky and I decided that we need to replace our old fridge. It served us well but it was about to give ghost. We ordered…
I must admit that I don’t find spaghetti as the most exciting pasta shape. When it comes to long pasta I personally prefer linguine, bucatini or reginette. However there is one dish where spaghetti fits perfectly in my kitchen. Combined with eggs and parmesan with added flavours of rocket leaves, sundried tomatoes and pancetta works beautifully. So if you have a spare pack of spaghetti you are not sure hot to utilise give this one a go. It makes ideal…
There is no doubt that chicken is now a staple protein in our diet. Poultry accounts for nearly half of meat bought in the UK. In 2013 chicken has officially overtaken beef in US as most popular meat being consumed. Yet chicken can be seen as a bit inferior to other types of protein or maybe even boring. Fear no more, this recipe brings the humble poultry to the spotlight. Arguably the most flavoursome part of the chicken is thighs…
I hear from many people that they are scared or don’t like cooking fish. Others tell me that they don’t like eating fish, unless it comes from fish and chips shop. Yet, dieticians suggest that we should eat at least two portions of fish or shellfish per week, including one of oily fish. This is because fish is a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Also fish that is steamed, baked or grilled is healthier than fried fish. especially…
During summer months the fruits at their best. So it is an ideal time to make some preserves. Few weeks ago I came across a recipe for blueberry and chia seeds jam on one of the blogs I follow – framedcooks. With her innovative method of using chia seeds, author of the blog Kate inspired me to do some jamming. My parents in law grow own fruits in their garden and supplied me with their fresh produce. This was a…