Asparagus, Tomato and Goat Cheese Frittata

by Helen Kain | Jun 30, 2019 | Breakfast, Mains, Summer Recipes, Vegetables

This is one of our favourite weekend breakfasts. It comes together in minutes and uses up whatever leftovers we have from grilling earlier in the week, from mushrooms to asparagus; sometimes we even toss in the crumbled meat from a lonely Italian sausage. A...

Mushroom Strudel

by Helen Kain | Sep 6, 2018 | Appetizers, Fall Recipes, Mains, Starters, Summer Recipes, Vegetables, Winter Recipes

The humble, earthy mushroom takes on a deeply savoury flavour and meaty texture when sauteed in olive oil and butter. Add a touch of garlic, fresh thyme and Italian parsley and enrobe in flaky puff pastry braided to form an elegant strudel. Voilà . A chic appetizer or...

Chicken and Pork Kebabs

by Helen Kain | Jul 8, 2018 | Mains, Sides, Summer Recipes, Vegetables

Kebabs are a colourful and flavourful member of the grilling menu. Easy to throw together, they’re infinitely versatile and pretty darned healthy, too. If you make Greek Salad at the same time, you can use up all the peppers. Add in some olive bread and tzatziki...

Greek Salad

by Helen Kain | Jul 8, 2018 | Mains, Sides, Summer Recipes, Vegetables

Colourful bell peppers and heirloom tomatoes jostle an English cucumber, Kalamata olives and Feta cheese in a lemony vinaigrette to make an easy and attractive Greek salad. It’s a great side dish for Chicken and Pork Kebabs. Just add some olive bread and...

Lancashire Beef Hot Pot

by Helen Kain | Mar 4, 2018 | Fall Recipes, Mains, Winter Recipes

This hearty one-pot stew is traditionally made with lamb, but is every bit as good with beef. The layer of potatoes forms a delicious crisp crust atop a mixture of beef, carrots and onions in a silky thick gravy. Just the ticket for cold nights. Serve with a side of...

Beef Stew Braised With Guinness

by Helen Kain | Jan 13, 2018 | Fall Recipes, Mains, Winter Recipes

Meltingly tender chunks of beef with toothsome potatoes, turnips, carrots and peas in a deep, rich gravy. Yum! Just the ticket for cold winter nights. The Guinness provides a depth of flavour and colour that is unbeatable. It makes winter almost enjoyable! This recipe...