Review: The Hedgerow Cookbook

Wild At Heart is a company that was formed by Caro Willson and Ginny Knox after giving up their corporate careers. Their company provides a range of jams, jellies and chutneys inspired by ingredients that grows wild in our British hedgerows. The subject matter of this recipe book really appealed to me. I have recently…

Bread and Butter Pickles

This year, I have grown some cucumbers for the first time. I am not sure what variety they are, the seeds were given to me by a colleague. They are long and thin, like a regular salad cucumber, but not quite as enormous as what you see in a supermarket. Apparently, you have to pick…

Pecan Fudge Brownie

There really is nothing quite like a soft gooey brownie to give you the chocolate hit you need. It is the epitome of comfort, and if you can grab one while it is still a little warm … it’s heaven itself. There are pecans in this recipe, but they can easily be swapped out for…

Review: Stacie Bakes by Stacie Stewart

Unless you are an avid viewer of Masterchef, you are probably wondering who Stacie Stewart is. I confess, even though I watch Masterchef, I found myself struggling to recall Stacie until I got to the recipe in her book that she spectacularly goofed, and then I remembered. I had high hopes when I first picked…

Tarragon and Lemon Turkey Burger

Turkey mince can be used in just about every recipe that you would use beef mince. The beauty of turkey is that it is far cheaper, and much lighter in texture and calories. Its fair to say it may not be quite as tasty, due to its leaner nature, but if you can get hold…

Sausage and Apple Plait

The sausage plait is an old fashioned dish that can be made simply with sausage meat and puff pastry. The recipe can also stand a little updating and with the addition of some fresh herbs and an apple, this family favourite becomes a dish worthy of company.