Spicy Lamb Kofta

Spicy Lamb Kofta

This week, I have been in hospital to have an operation on my left hand. I am currently in convalescence, and this means that the burden of running the house falls entirely on my husband’s shoulders. That, and of course catering to my every whim. Prior to the operation, I decided to make ahead as…

Chicken and Corn Chowder

For me, autumn is my favourite time of year. I love the changing colours, the crisp sunny mornings, hot chocolate, thick socks, bonfires, and comfort food. Gone are the salads and bright colours of summer. Autumnal food is pies, stews and soups. One of my favourite types of stew is a chowder. Packing it full…

Mac And Cheese With Bacon And Mushroom

Some friends had been on holiday in the States for the past few weeks, and were due home around lunch time Sunday. I figured they would be exhausted after their long flight and rail journey and would appreciate an easy dinner that they could just chuck in the oven. I also had a busy day…

Polish Pierogies

I can’t remember when I first had pierogies, but I know that I have been a fan of them ever since. I am fortunate enough to live in a town that has a polish supermarket, so they are easy to get hold off. I decided that it was probably about time I had a go…

Parmesan and Sage Palmiers

My husband’s office at work have  recently started having a monthly bake-off… although, I gather that there are not really any winners or losers, they do pick a theme. Fed up of just eating the entries, he decided to contribute, so when told me the theme was cheese, he asked for a suggestion. While he…

Beef Casserole

Although today has been a much brighter day than of late, my mind is still on winter comfort food. On Sundays, I am often out on for a couple of hours in the middle of the day, so something that I can throw in a pot and leave to cook slowly by itself is ideal….