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Quick chicken Madras

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts ½ lemon 1 tsp garam masala salt 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee ( clarified butter 1 large onion ready-made madras curry paste 1x400g can chopped tomatoes 50g/2oz desiccated coconut small handful of fresh coriander

A great mid-week treat - this curry can be made as mild or spicy as you like. Serve with rice or naan breads.

Applesauce Pumpkin Bread

2 cups white sugar 1 1/2 cups applesauce 2 cups pumpkin puree 4 eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground mace 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (optional) 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

"This yummy family tradition started when buying the kids their pumpkins. Each of the kids got one to make their jack o'lanterns. Mama got one to cook! Friends and family usually enjoy this treat. Tweak it to fit your family as I do mine! Enjoy with confectioners' sugar on top or cream cheese frosting!"Made half the recipe and used half splenda. Turned out perfectly as muffins. Pumpkn pie lke spice flavor and moist, not gooey.This was a hit! Moist and light, with a sweet and spicy flavor :) I left out the mace, chocolate, and confectioners' sugar, and used a 2 quart baking dish (9 x 13 inch pan).Delicious, moist and didn't last!!! I ended up making 3 batches because it never would have made it to our Easter gathering. I thought I would try this for a change from pumpkin pie this Easter. Everyone Loved it. I wasn't sure at first about adding the semisweet chips but my daughter insisted and the little hint of chips was prefect. I left out the walnuts. I didn't have any ginger, clove or mace in the cupboard so I substituted for 2tsp of pumpkin pie spice. I am going to make it again this weekend for an other dinner gathering.This was very easy and very good. I followed the recipe, except that I did not have mace but instead used 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon allspice. I added the optional chocolate chips but next time I would probably leave those out, just my personal preference. By all means give this recipe a try. The measurements and cooking time were spot on. Thanks Virginia Ann for sharing your recipe.

121 Whipped Cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons superfine sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

"Simple proportion whipped cream."Omg!! Delicious!! I rate this 10 stars!! I will never buy whipped topping again from a store.Perfect and simple. We loved it. I used Black Madagascar vanilla extract, that is what I had (a gift from a Dear One).it wasnt quite like store bought whipped cream. Its got a stronger taste...stronger vanilla and stronger sugar. I will personally add 1/2 tsp vanilla next time instead of 1tsp.Just like my momma use to make! Very tasty and easy.Super delicious and much better tasting than store bought. To be warned it does make a lot more whipped cream than you'd think, plus after whipping you should consider refrigerating it for a bit after to firm it up a bit after working it so much if it begins to melt.

120 Calorie Peach Pies

1 recipe pastry for a single 9-inch pie crust 1 large fresh peach, sliced into 8 pieces 1 teaspoon white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

"An easy, great-tasting recipe when you're watching calories and need to tame your sweet tooth."easy and yummy!

100% Fruit "Cake"

1 seedless watermelon 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 cantaloupe - seeded, peeled, and sliced (optional) 1 fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and sliced (optional)

"This cake was a hit with the children and parents at our two-year-old's birthday party. It is perfect for raw, vegan, gluten/wheat-free, refined sugar-free diets (and children who don't need sugar!). This cake was inspired by a 100% watermelon cake we had the year before."laysho!Made it for my friends little brother, hes 6 and loved it. Thanks for the recipe :3

100 Percent Whole Wheat Bread

1 3/4 cups warm water (110 degrees F (43 degrees C)) 1/4 cup honey 2 teaspoons instant yeast 6 cups stone ground whole wheat flour 6 tablespoons vital wheat gluten 1 tablespoon flax seeds 1 tablespoon flax seed meal 1 tablespoon rolled oats 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon quinoa 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

"Nice soft whole wheat bread with added grains. Makes a 2 large loaves. Double recipe for 3 smaller loaves."So delicious!! I couldn't find vital wheat gluten, so I omitted it, but it turned out great anyway. I also added more water in the kneading process. Great recipe, thanks for sharing!should have read the reviews first, but the water/flour ratio is off. I am somewhat new at bread and kept thinking that I was not doing something right, but it was the ratios.This is great bread! I had to make some omissions based on what I had handy (no sesame, sunflower seeds or coconut oil. I tossed in some wheat germ instead - otherwise followed the recipe except for the shape...I got 6 sandwich rolls and 1 large bunny loaf out of this. Thanks for the recipe!One detail: If you've had breast cancer that was estrogen-receptor positive, you should avoid flax seed and flax meal. Either leave them out, or add more of the other seeds.Let me preface this by saying I am just starting to bake bread. It is very difficult to find a recipe with 100% whole wheat. The only modification I made to this recipe was to add an additional 4 Tbls water as I could not get my dough to form without. I just pulled it out of the oven and my husband and I both enjoyed a slice. Great flavor and not too dense. Next time I am going to try using just vitamin C and omit at least some of the wheat gluten. Thanks for sharing a great recipe for healthy bread!This was my first time attempting bread and it came out great! I didn't have the flax seeds (added a bit extra flax seed meal) or the coconut oil (substituted toasted sesame oil) and needed to add a bit more water to get the dough to form. Tried to use my kitchenaid mixer but ended up just making it smoke -- so did all kneading by hand. I didn't knead for full times because I got tired, but it still came out great. The bread was a big hit and now I'm going to use it for french toast.The bread was tasty and good for sandwiches but the flour / water content was off. I used more water and approximately 5 1/2 c flour.The bread turned out beautiful. I did have to use 2 cups of water instead of 1/34. Also when you cover it, don't put saran wrap on it, it will stick. It was so good. I will make it again.

10 Pound Cheesecake

2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup melted butter 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling

"Cake pan full of sinful delight. The lemon juice does all the cooking"Cheers to the party-sized portion! I had to make this immediately upon seeing the photo today. Used whipping cream from the refrigerated carton (on-hand), and it worked out wonderfully. This is a Restaurant-Style cheesecake for sure, only better. Used fresh, cut up, lightly sweetened strawberries on the side after chilling the cheesecake instead of using the strawberry pie filling. Wonderful! Thank you for sharing the recipe.Good, but not my favorite. I prefer the recipe I already have. This was fantastic!! Made it the first time for 40 people & got rave reviews. I didn't put the cherries on until a couple of hours before serving & my filling set up perfectly (don't know if holding off on the cherries had anything to do with that or not)!!!Excellent!!!! Oh my gosh was it ever good. We ended up serving it in bowls though as it didn't hold like a normal cheesecake does-don't worry-it's sooooo good you won't care!!!! YUM!!!! Thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe!!!! Wonderful!! I hate cool-whip, so I substituted a pint of sweetened whipping cream. I also left off the cherry topping. It's a perfect alternatitive to painstakingly baking a cheesecake, especially in the summer.I now know why this is called 10 oound cheesecake. It makes alot! I topped my cheesecake with fresh strawberries. This is a delicious recipe, thanks for sharing. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING. I have been trying to figure out how to replicate a recipe from a restaurant back home for "no-bake" cheesecake and this is almost IDENTICAL to it! I was thrilled w/ the huge portion too! :) The lemon juice really adds some kick to this cheesecake. I wasn't sure if I would like it at first as I'm a very plain cheesecake lover, but this was amazing. Next time I will add some crushed raspberries and cool whip to the top. YUMM!!! Thanks for this great recipe!!Made this for a church gathering. I used shredded coconut in the crust in place of the sugar and also added crushed walnuts. Excellent. Very easy to make and has a wonderful presence. Thanks for posting it.

(I Can't Believe It's) Mashed Cauliflower

1 cup water 10 ounces frozen cauliflower 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 large onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) 1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash®), or to taste (optional)

"A tasty alternative to mashed potatoes that is lower in carbohydrates, sodium, and saturated fat than typical mashed potato recipes."

#1 Pumpkin Spice Cookies

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup rolled oats 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/3 cups light brown sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin 1/2 cup apple butter 1 cup chopped walnuts

"Delectable sponge-like cookies that are sweet and remind you of holiday seasons all year long!"Yummy, moist and healthy! I didn't have apple butter so per another user's suggestion, I used applesauce instead. These turned out great! The spices are just the right amount. And only 1 point if you're a WW person :)i love pumpkin! this was average, expected more. if you think of it as little drops of cake instead of a cookie, you may enjoy it better. i looked up a 5 star cream cheese frosting to add some flavor and it was better. think i'll rename these "iced pumpkin puffs"! probably will try another recipe though....just being honest!These were pretty good. I made half of the batch with nuts, the other without. I personally liked them better without the nuts, but that's just because I'm not a big fan of walnuts. I really liked the fluffy texture. These are lightly, not overly spiced. For some reason every time I make pumpkin cookies I have an allergic skin reaction so I have to wear latex gloves :-P Edit: Beware! These cookies get very sticky on the surface after a while. It doesn't affect the taste, but it is kind of weird.I thought they were pretty good, but they were kind of mushy on the inside. I would add a minute to the bake time, but besides that, they were fine.I LOVE these! I thought they might be a little heavy on the spices, but the balance was perfect, and I love the slightly different texture the oats add. These will be in my favorite cookie file for sure! I didn't add the nuts, no one here likes nuts, but the light muffin like texture is perfect!TASTEY!! It's the end of August and I pulled out a pkg of pumpkin puree (AR's Pumpkin Puree) I had in the freezer... and then goodness happened:) As I was adding the spices I got an excited flutter in my stomach reminding me of Fall and all things autumn. Thanks for an excellent recipe. I changed a couple things out of necessity(didn't have on hand or allergy) but I'm sure it didn't change the main objective or flavor/texture, it came out as described. Changes: whole wheat instead of all purpose flour, allspice instead of pumpkin pie spice, applesauce instead of apple butter and chocolate chips instead of walnuts(allergy). Very good recipe!!!I doubled this recipe and it lasted one day with the family and friends. Everyone wanted the recipe. will diffently be a keeper in my recipe book!!! Next time I might try using a cream cheese icing, but then again maybe not. The are soft and delicious the way they are!very good and much easier to make then expected! Was also worried that they may be too spicy but they turned out perfect, only baked them for 9 mins and they were delish! Will make over and over again!

"Zuccotto" Cupcakes

For Cupcakes: 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix with pudding 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 egg whites 1 1/4 cups water 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped fine   For Filling: 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries 1/4 cup chocolate-coated toffee bits 1/2 cup finely chopped toasted hazelnuts, skins removed   For Ganache: 1/2 cup heavy cream 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped   For Frosting: 1 (12 ounce) package white chocolate chips 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 2 teaspoons vanilla extract food coloring, if desired (optional)

"These cupcakes are a little labor-intensive, but the end product is definitely worth the effort! Even though they don't have a liqueur incorporated with the cake, I call them zuccotto cupcakes because of the whipped cream filling and ganache topping. I made them for my own wedding, and have had to give out the recipe as well as make them for others' special events many times since!"These were amazing! I used a regular home-made muffin dough (for 12 muffins: 2.5 cups flour, 1.5 cups white sugar, 5 eggs, 3/4 cups 2 tblsp margerine, 2 tblsp vanilla sugar, 2 tblsp baking powder), melted the chocholate and added some cocoa powder just to make the color more even. As I didn't have any toffee bits at hand and don't like nuts, I simply used the triple amount of raspberries. Oh yeah, and I replaced the butter in the frosting by sour cream, just to soothe my conscience about all the fatty calories :) Chocolaty heaven!I was looking for a cupcake recipe that would be challenging, fun to do and unique. I found it! My boyfriend and his family absolutely loved them. And this was on the heels of them receiving a batch of professional cupcakes the week prior for a birthday. I highly recommend giving this one a shot. For you creative types, you will discover the versatility of this recipe and all kinds of ways you can make them your own by switching up ingredients. Have fun with this and be ready to wow your consumers!I made this for my family and they absolutely loved it. I am new at cooking and so for the exception of putting the filling in the middle this was pretty easy. The filling thing I need to practice.My wife and I made these cupcakes and it was our very first time making any cupcakes. Dont let it scare you away. ITS WORTH IT !! We followed the recipe except we didnt mix the raspberries in with the filling , instead we filled the hole about a 1/3 of the way with some of the filling, put a raspberry inside and then topped it off with more filling. I love white chocolate, she loves raspberries. It coudlnt have been any better for the two of us. They where so good i actually helped clean the dishes. Thats a first! :-)Every person who tried these fell over him/herself to tell me how amazing they were. One friend requested them for her birthday, another said I should open a bakery, another said they were the best thing she had ever tasted in her life. Needless to say, I think these were a win. For compliments like that, it was totally worth the 3 hours they took to make!These cupcakes are amazing. I followed the recipe exactly (well, almost exactly - I didn't use the hazelnuts because I forgot to put them on the grocery list)..I LOVE cupcakes and these have shot to the top of my cupcake list! Make them - you will NOT be disappointed!This recipe is not a quick one, but it's worth it. I made it three ways - cupcakes, mini cupcakes and I baked a 9" round that I split and filled with the whipped cream. I wouldn't recommend doing the cake unless you slice it before you chill the frosting too much. Both layers of frosting get very firm when chilled, which will make them really easy to transport without a lot of damage. The minis came out nicely, and they're rich enough that it's a good bite. I'd probably just do those next time. For the minis though, I'd recommend slicing up fresh raspberries so that it's easier to pipe the cream into them. Makes a really impressive little dessert - thank you!I haven't even finished them yet and I already love them... I've just tried the filling with a chunk of a cupcake that I cute out. Soooo good! Followed the recipe exactly :)

"Spa"ctacular Frozen Grapes

1 cup seedless green grapes 1 cup seedless red grapes 1/4 cup white sugar

"These grapes were served to me after a massage at my local spa. This recipe is perfect as an after-school snack, a simple appetizer at parties, or a sweet treat before bed. Substitute Splenda® for the sugar if you like! Can be kept in a sealed bag in the freezer for several months.""Spectacular" little recipe! Ya just gotta love it when a few items you have laying around the kitchen turn into something a little extra special... I've frozen fruit before, but never grapes. And while they're delicious with or without sugar - that addition gave regular 'ol grapes a little pizzaz. I did use less sugar than called for and opted for Spenda which made the amount even less. This was so easy and tasted oh so good - very nice little treat without any guilt.No sweetener necessary, even for kids' tastes, and certainly "spa"-healthier without! Frozen grapes are awesome just by themselves... They're like little natural popsicles!You can also use Sugar Free Jello for an added flavor.Never mind the sugar and put them on long skewers for a fun treat. They freeze beautifully and certainly are delicious.Really pretty and oh so tasty - I didn't use nearly as much sugar as called for - maybe 1 teaspoon total - This was just enough to give the grapes that crystal effect - they actually taste a bit like a sorbet. Thanks for a fun idea.Awesome. We really enjoyed this sugary frozen treat on a hot evening. No need to even complete steps 4 and 5. The grapes went straight into the freezer inside the resealable bag. Easy and delicious!Agree that no sugar is needed. I freeze them in snack-sized zip lock bags so so we can grab individual servings on the go (although you must eat them before they completely defrost or they will be mushy).Our grapes were extra sweet, so we didn't use sugar. This is something we actually do quite often. Just sticking them in the freezer and getting them out two hours later works well for snacks. Mmmmmm.

"Pantry Raid" Chicken Enchilada Casserole

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce 1/4 cup water 1 envelope taco seasoning mix 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 pound chicken breast tenderloins 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained 1/4 cup cream cheese 1 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, or more to taste 1 (7.5 ounce) package corn bread mix 1 egg 1/3 cup milk

"I made this recipe up one night when I had no idea what to do with a pound and a half of chicken tenderloins. It came out so well that my husband and I finished off the leftovers the next day and we are not usually leftover eaters. I am gluten-free so I used gluten-free cornbread mix. You will definitely enjoy it!"Yum. OH! I made this as a one-dish crockpot recipe and it was delicious. I used chicken breasts, not tenders, adding them raw to the seasoned tomato sauce mixture and cooking it all on LO for 3.5 hrs (less for tenders). After adding in the rest and topping with the corn muffin mix, I cooked on HI for 1.5 hours. Next time I'll add diced onion (1 sm) and 1-2 cloves minced garlic to the tomato sauce mixture, but even as is, this was great, and a keeper. Thanks for posting!This recipe would've been great if I had followed the original recipe. I followed the review that recommended I cook it in the crock pot. After 5 hours, it was complete mush! We dipped tortilla chips in it, but it was a little much to call it a main dish. Next time I will follow the original recipe. The flavors were great, but a little sweet. I may look for a corn bread mix without sugar.This was so simple and fantastic! I added red bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic; and substituted Costco rotisserie chicken pulled off the bone. oohlala!This was easy and delicious. I didn't even brown the chicken first. Just simmered it with the tomato sauce. My family loved it.I made this last night and thought it was great! I added some sauteed ingredients (a large minced onion, corn, chopped mixed bell pepper strips). I also added a can of Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chiles. I omitted the water and just used the juice from the Ro-Tel can. Lastly, I added about a teaspoon of cumin. I know it sounds like a lot of changes but at the end of the day, the basis of this recipe is great. Don't be afraid of the 1 1/2 T of chili powder. I thought it would be quite spicy with that much but it wasn't at all and I added the Ro-Tel too! Don't be afraid to continue what started this recipe in the first place...the pantry raid!This was awesome. I would give it 10 stars if I could. For me this is pure comfort food; and it is so easy. I cheated and used shredded rotisserie chicken, light cream cheese and substituted my customized Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread recipe with corn and jalapeños from this site instead of the cornbread mix. So it was a super fast dinner. Thanks for sharing a great recipe.This made a delicious and hearty meal. The only changes that I made were to use 2 cans of chicken, browned with onions and a tsp. minced garlic. My family loved this one. I will definitely make it again.I made this tonight, and I didn't change one thing. My husband asked for seconds and he is a picky eater. I loved the corn bread topping.

"Million Dollar" Chinese Cabbage Salad

1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup white sugar 1/4 cup wine vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce   2 (3 ounce) packages raman noodles (without flavor packets), lightly crushed 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1 cup sesame seeds 1 head napa cabbage, chopped 1 bunch green onions, chopped

"This recipe is ALWAYS a hit...with kids too! I used to call it my 'Million Dollar Salad' because buying the sesame seeds was so expensive. Now I buy the sesame seeds in bulk at a health food store and it's much more affordable."I have made this salad many times and it is a family favorite. I cut oil down to 1/3 cup and use a 1/3 cup of Balsalmic vinegar. I add chopped garlic, decrease sugar to 1/4 cup and add 5-6 packets of splenda. This salad can also be made with Romaine lettuce and cranberries instead of cabbage for a little holiday flare.Good salad, a little sweet for my taste though. I will definitely try it again, but will modify the amount of sugar.My whole family loves it! Here are my modifications: I cut the sugar in 1/2. My kids are not fans of onion so I omit them or put them on the side. For a bit more flavor I like a bit of chopped fresh flat leaf parsley and shredded carrot(2T) which makes this salad even more vibrant looking. A tip I'd like to share is to add about 1/2 tsp. sesame oil. This gives a wonderful flavor. The dressing will emulsify and not seperate once it's cold so chill it and whisk again before pouring on. I like to pour the dressing about 15 minutes before eating or the ramen is too crunchy for me! :)I've added chunk cooked chicken breasts, Pinneapple and sometimes mandarin orangesMy mom used to make this when I was a kid. It is an awesome salad for either every day or to bring to a potluck.I emulsified the dressing so that it wouldn't separate overnight as I knew I'd be using the leftover dressing. Otherwise I followed the directions as written, only I keep the crunchy bits as a topping at the last minute instead of mixing in as we can't eat the whole salad in one sitting. Thanks for sharing your recipe!Great recipe. Family loved it. Making it again tonight.We are diabetic and looking for new and different recipes that can be tailored to our diet concerns. I thought that I would try this one. It was great. I did have to make substations of course. Splenda for the sugar and I did not use the raman noodles. I did up the nuts a bit. Hubby loved it and I may add more green onion. Hubby wanted to try some chopped water chestnuts. Thank you for sharing.

"Fruit Smoothie" No-Bake Cheesecake from PHILADELPHIA®

2 cups HONEY MAID Graham Cracker Crumbs 6 tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons sugar 4 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 (12 ounce) package frozen mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries), thawed, well drained 1 (8 ounce) tub COOL WHIP LITE Whipped Topping, thawed

"Probably the best homemade cheesecake I've ever made or eaten. Everyone I've made it for loves it too."

"Bowl Full of Cherry" Ham Glaze

2 cups cherry preserves 1/2 cup red wine 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground allspice

"My family doesn't like turkey, so I was trying to come up with a new way to glaze ham other than the old brown sugar or pineapple glaze. Pieced together a few recipes, did some experimenting, and came out with this. Very tasty!"I made this and everyone loved it. I would recommend it more for the fall or winter. It just has that type of flavor to it.good

Banana Peanut Butter Cheesecake aka "The Elvis"

1 cup graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons butter, melted 3/4 teaspoon banana extract 3 tablespoons white sugar   1 cup peanut butter chips 1/4 cup half-and-half 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese at room temperature 1/2 cup white sugar 3 eggs at room temperature 2 large ripe bananas, mashed 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon banana extract 1 tablespoon lemon juice

"This is a combinations of some of my favorite cheesecake recipes. I took this into work and it lasted 30 minutes. The professional baker I work with called this cake 'restaurant quality.' I highly recommend a chocolate ganache to finish it off before serving (8 ounces semisweet chocolate combined with 1/2 cup hot whipping cream) spread over the top! Garnish the side of the cake with toasted coconut if desired."This is so good. Everyone loved it.So I was a little hesitant to try this until I saw a few more reviews... But then I got into an extremely boring stretch of homework and decided to try it. Man this is good... it tastes like eating a peanut butter banana sandwich on graham cracker bread. I decided to add about half a cup of creamy peanut butter, the good stuff without all the added sugar. I made my chocolate ganache recipe to throw on top and it was delicious!

Sfenz (Libyan Hanukkah doughnuts)

150ml/5fl oz orange 50ml/2fl oz water 1 tsp lemon juice ½ tsp orangeflower water few drops vanilla extract 2 free-range eggs 50g/2oz sugar 2 tbsp oil 1 tsp baking powder 150g/5oz plain flour 1 orange 50g/2oz almonds ½ tsp orangeflower water , for deep-frying oil

Doughnuts, in one form or another, are traditional at Hanukkah throughout the Jewish world, as the sweet, deep-fried pastries are said to resemble the cakes eaten by the Macabees.

Creamy corn empanadas

450g/1lb plain flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 60g/2¼oz butter 60g2¼oz lard 225ml/8fl oz milk ¼ small onion 2 black pepper 1 bay leaf 1 blade mace 2 parsley 15g/½oz butter 15g/½oz plain flour 100g/3½oz butter 3 spring onions ½ green pepper 1x340g/12oz can sweetcorn handful parsley 2 tbsp grated parmesan pinch of chilli powdercayenne pepper and freshly ground saltblack pepper 1 tsp caster sugar Vegetable oil

Empanadas are perfect for picnics or pop a couple of these creamy corn pasties in your lunchbox.

Homemade chocolate truffles

250ml/9fl oz whipping cream 225g/8oz dark chocolate 55g/2oz unsalted butter unsweetened cocoa powder

Try making these sensational chocolate truffles as an edible present - they're so delicious that no one will guess how quick and easy they are.

Stir-fried vegetable wraps

groundnut oil, for greasing 12 small thin wheat flour pancakes 3 tbsp groundnut oil 3 free-range eggs 2 garlic 1 tbsp grated fresh root ginger 125g/4oz beansprouts 1 red pepper 1 yellow pepper 1 handful baby sweetcorn 1 handful shiitake mushrooms 1 tbsp light soy sauce dash toasted sesame oil pinch ground white pepper 1 tbsp pickled red cabbage

These little wraps can be made at the table: keep the wrappers in a steamer and let people help themselves.

Sichuan pepper beef stir-fry

1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry 2 tsp ground Sichuan pepper 1 tsp dark soy sauce ½ tsp Chinese five-spice powder 2 garlic 2 sirloin 2 tbsp groundnut oil 1 medium red chilli ½ onion 1 small handful broccoli 1 small handful mangetout 1 small handful carrots 1 small handful baby corn, halved 300ml/11fl oz hot fresh beef or vegetable stock 1 tbsp light soy sauce 1 tbsp cornflour 1 spring onion salt and ground white pepper steamed jasmine rice

Fragrant spices, savoury soy and crunchy veg make this easy beef stir-fry recipe out of this world.

Honey flapjacks

200g/7¼oz unsalted butter 200g/7¼oz demerara sugar 200g/7¼oz honey 400g/14¼oz porridge oats 50g/1¾oz nuts, dried fruits You will also need a 20cm x 30cm (8in x 12in) cake tin, greased

The best flapjacks are gooey, chewy and, above all, simple. These fruit-filled treats are great to make with children.

Annika's glögg (Annika’s mulled wine)

1 bottle red wine 1-2 sticks cinnamon 5g dried root ginger 5g dried Seville orange 7 green cardamom 15-16 whole cloves 80g/3oz sugar flaked almonds raisins splash of either vodkarumcognac

Glögg is an essential part of Christmas all over Scandinavia. This is recipe was created by my sister-in-law Annika in her Gothenburg kitchen.

Pecan pie

110g/4oz unsalted butter 110g/4oz golden syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 225g/8oz brown sugar 3 free-range eggs 1 x 245g/8½oz shop-bought shortcrust pastry 285g/10oz pecan

Try our recipe for a classic pecan pie. Serve with whipped double cream or vanilla ice cream.

Prawns with garlic butter

1 tbsp olive oil 50g/2oz butter 12 large raw prawns 2 garlic salt and freshly ground black pepper small handful parsley

This simple recipe for prawns in a garlicky sauce makes a delicious addition to a tapas spread - just add lots of crusty bread.

Multi-seed savoury crackers

230g/8oz wholemeal flour 115g/4oz semolina ¾ tsp fine salt (smoked or fleur de sel 55g/2oz sesame seeds 55g/2oz flax seed 55g/2oz pumpkin seeds 1 tbsp runny honey 3½ tbsp vegetable oil ground seeds or spices of your choice (optional)

These wholemeal seeded crackers are fantastic topped with cheese or dipped in hummus.

Sweet potato wedges

2 sweet potato 4 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp thyme salt and freshly ground black pepper , to garnish chervil

Sweet potato wedges make a great alternative to potato and count as one of your 5-a-day.

Teriyaki chicken

2 tsp Tabasco 4 tbsp clear honey 4 tbsp sesame oil 4 tbsp soy sauce 4 chicken thighs 1 tbsp vegetable oil knob of butter

Make this tasty chicken teriyaki recipe for a speedy supper. Serve with rice and steamed pak choi.

Vegetable biryani

1 small carrot 1 medium potato ¼ green pepper ¼ red pepper 25g/1oz French beans 50g/2oz frozen peas 1 tsp tomato purée ½ tsp finely chopped green chillies 1 tsp garam masala ¼ tsp ground turmeric 225g/8oz cooked basmati rice 1 small onion 4 roasted cashew ½ tsp cumin ½ tsp red chilli powder , to serve yoghurt

Layered spicy vegetables, basmati rice and cashew nuts are just the ticket in this traditional vegetarian Indian dish.

Roast loin of lamb, peas, lettuce and bacon

2 loins of lamb, boned, weighing 600g/1lb 4oz in total salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 rashers smoked streaky bacon 1 onion 500ml/1lb 2fl oz lamb stock 110g/4oz peas 50g/2oz butter 1 Little Gem lettuce 1 sprig mint

Roast lamb accompanied by peas, mint and lettuce, this recipe captures Spring's sweetness and freshness.

Healthy spaghetti Bolognese

1 tbsp olive oil 200g/7oz lean steak mince 1 onion 4 large mushrooms 1 carrot 1 400g/14oz tin tomatoes 230ml/8fl oz vegetable stock 2 tbsp tomato purée ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 300g/10½oz wholemeal spaghetti 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Use lean mince (about 4% fat or less) and wholemeal pasta to enjoy your favourite Bolognese without guilt.

Roasted vegetable lasagne

450g/16 oz courgettes 1 aubergine 3-4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 kg firm, ripe tomatoes 2 cloves 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 10-12 fresh basil Pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper 2x125g/4½ oz low-fat mozzarella 150g/5¼ oz fresh lasagne sheets 100g/3½ oz freshly grated parmesan

Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike will love this hearty, vegetable lasagne. Serve with a green salad and crusty bread.

White chocolate cheesecake

450g/1lb soft cream cheese 4 large free-range eggs 1 vanilla pod 225g/8oz good quality white chocolate 225g/8oz crème fraîche , for greasing butter 55g/2oz biscuit crumbs, to dust over the buttered tin (use any type you love - chocolate

This classic baked vanilla cheesecake with a naughty white chocolate centre is sure to impress your guests.

Coq au vin

1.5kg/3¼lb chicken 150g/5oz diced bacon 10 French shallots a few thyme 1 rosemary 1 tsp dried chilli 3 tbsp olive oil 250ml/9fl oz white wine small knob of butter 350g/13oz mixed mushrooms 3 garlic small handful chopped fresh flatleaf parsley 800g/1¾Ib potatoes 150ml/5fl oz milk 25g/1oz butter 110g/4¼oz crème fraîche sea salt

Impress your mates at a dinner party – or just show off at home – with this easy eight-stage coq au vin recipe made with white wine and served with creamy mash.

Stir-fried chilli pork

1 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp mirin 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp dried chilli 800g/1lb 12oz pork fillet 3 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil 4 garlic 3 red chillies 6 spring onion 1 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp granulated sugar 2 tbsp roasted peanuts 350g/13oz Thai jasmine rice

Quick and easy, this stir-fried pork recipe is great if you need a tasty dinner on the table in a matter of minutes.

Moroccan fish stew

1 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion 1 garlic 2 tsp grated fresh ginger 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp turmeric 1 cinnamon pinch cayenne pepper 400g/14oz can chopped plum pinch salt 500g/1lb 2oz firm white fish 400g/14oz can chickpeas 2 tsp honey salt and freshly ground black pepper leaves fresh coriander , lightly toasted flaked almonds

An impressive dish that's fantastically easy to make. Perfect for a relaxed dinner with friends.

Stuffed marrow

1 medium marrow 5 garlic 3 tbsp chopped fresh thyme 3 tbsp olive oil 2 large onions 500g/1lb 2oz beef mince 2 tbsp tomato purée 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato paste (or 2 tbsp chopped sundried tomatoes) 450g/1lb fresh tomatoeschopped tomatoes 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley 3 free-range eggs 75g/2¼oz parmesan 75g pecorino and freshly ground saltblack pepper

Marrow stuffed with a beef mince based sauce and topped with golden, bubbling cheese. A good recipe if you have a glut of marrows.

Layered panettone and ricotta pudding

1kg/2lb 4oz ricotta 140g/5oz caster sugar 70g/2½oz candied fruit 40g/1½oz flaked almonds 50g/2oz plain chocolate 1 tbsp cocoa powder 600g/1lb 5oz panettone 175ml/6fl oz Vin Santo or other sweet dessert wine

Zuccotto, a traditional northern Italian dessert, is usually made with plain sponge, but during the festive season it is a wonderful way for using up leftover panettone.

Mushroom purses

4 tbsp olive oil 3 garlic 1.2kg/2lb 7oz wild mushrooms 3 tbsp coarsely chopped parsley 1 small chilli 8 rectangles ready-made filo pastry small bunch fresh chives

Carluccio’s tasty wild mushrooms encased in filo pastry make a stunning vegetarian centerpiece.

Tuna pasta sauce with linguine

4 tbsp virgin olive oil 3 tbsp finely chopped parsley 2 cloves garlic 1 small chilli pepper 1cm/½in fresh ginger 450g/1lb carton or bottle passata 1 x 400g/14oz tin of tuna fish in oil, drained and roughly chopped salt 375g/13oz dried linguine freshly ground black pepper

The flat, slightly rounded shape of linguine particularly suits fish sauces. This easy tuna pasta recipe is a great storecupboard supper.

Sweet pepper frittata

90ml/6 tbsp olive oil 900g/2lb red and yellow peppers 3 garlic cloves 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 12 free-range eggs salt and freshly ground black pepper

Fried peppers give a sweet crunch to this quick, easy to make frittata. Perfect for a simple lunch with friends.

Pasta with chilli, bacon and tomato sauce

130g/5oz guanciale (cured pork cheeks), cut into small cubes 1 small onion 3-4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 hot dried red chilli 2 tbsp dry white wine 500g/1lb 2oz San Marzano tomatoes 400g/14oz bucatini pasta 80g/3oz pecorino

This spicy, richly flavoured pasta dish is super quick to make. Use pancetta if you can’t find the cured pork cheeks.

Braised beef in red wine

1kg/2lb 4oz topside 1 garlic 2 bay leaves 2 sprigs rosemary 8 black pepper 1 large onion 3 carrots 2 celery 1 bottle red wine 90ml/6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil , to taste salt

Tender, lean topside of beef, marinated and cooked slowly in red wine with herbs vegetables.

Pumpkin pie

sweet short crust pastrypastrypecans 450 g/1lb prepared weight pumpkin 2 large eggs plus 1 yolk (use the white for another dish) 3 oz/75g soft dark brown sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon ½ level teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg ½ tsp ground allspice ½ tsp ground cloves ½ tsp ground ginger 10 fl oz/275 ml double cream

Antony Worrall Thompson shows how to make your own pumpkin pie in eight simple steps - no need to be spooked!

Rhubarb fool

350g/12oz rhubarb 55g/2oz caster sugar 1 orange water 150ml/¼ pint cream 1 egg white

Beaten egg white gives Antony Worrall Thompson’s rhubarb-blushed fruit fool mouth-watering billowy peaks.

Eton mess

1 punnet strawberries a dash of sugar a dash of port , broken up meringues , softly whipped cream

This quintessential British dessert is strawberries and cream at its best. Make it in seconds with AWT’s one-step recipe.

Celeriac remoulade

½ small celeriac ½ lemon 2 tbsp double cream 3 tbsp good-quality mayonnaise 2 tsp Dijon mustard salt and white pepper

This remoulade recipe is the perfect way to use celeriac. It's great as a starter with charcuterie or smoked fish.

Roast beetroot

6 beetroots 3 medium unpeeled red onions 4 unpeeled whole garlic 4 tbsp olive oil 50ml/2fl oz vegetable stock 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 sprigs of thyme salt and freshly ground black pepper

A really simple and delicious way to cook beetroot. The sweet and mellow flavours complement roast chicken perfectly.

Thai fishcakes served with Thai cucumber salad

500g/1lb 2oz fish fillets ( whitingpollockcoley ½ red pepper 2 red chillies, chopped 2 tbsp coriander 3 spring onions 2 cloves garlic 1 stalk lemongrass 1 tbsp fish sauce 125ml/4fl oz coconut milk 1 whole egg 125g/4½oz green beans vegetable oil 2 cucumbers 35g/1¼oz caster sugar 50ml/2fl oz rice vinegar 2 hot chillies, finely diced 2 shallots 2 tbsp chopped coriander 40g/1½oz roasted peanuts ½ tbsp nam pla ( fish sauce

Hot, spicy and wonderfully moreish - these easy Thai fishcakes can be made with any inexpensive white fish.

Butternut squash soup with parsley purée

1.8kg/4lb wedges of butternut squash 3 tbsp olive oil 6 cloves garlic 2 sprigs of thyme Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 onions 2 carrots 2 sticks celery 1 tbsp freshly chopped sage 2 litres/3½ pints hot vegetable stock 1 bunch flatleaf parsley 1 clove garlic 30g/1oz parmesan 100ml/3½fl oz extra virgin olive oil , to taste Lemon juice

Warm-up with our autumnal butternut soup recipe rich with added parmesan and parsley purée.

Cream roasted swede soup

1 swede 3 tbsp olive oil salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 onion 2 carrots 2 stalks celery 1 clove garlic 6 stalks fresh thyme 1.25 litres/2 pints vegetable stock 142ml/5fl oz carton single cream fresh thyme

This creamy soup is a great way to eat swede. Serve with crusty bread for a simple and comforting supper.

Moroccan lamb tagine

1 tsp cayenne pepper 2 tsp ground black pepper 1½ tbsp paprika 1½ tbsp ground ginger 1 tbsp turmeric 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 x shoulder of lamb 2 large onions 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp argan oil 3 cloves garlic 570ml/1 pint tomato juice 2 x 400g tinned chopped tomatoes 115g/4oz dried apricots 55g/2oz dates 55g/2oz sultanas 85g/3oz flaked almonds 1 tsp saffron 600ml/1 pint lamb stock 1 tbsp clear honey 2 tbsp coriander 2 tbsp flat leaf parsley

This authentic tagine recipe will take you to slow-cooked perfection in six simple steps – just kick back with a glass of wine until it’s ready.

Beef Wellington

1 piece of beef fillet - approx 1.35kg/ 3lb a little olive oil 15g/½oz unsalted butter salt and pepper 175g/6oz chicken liver 4 shop bought pancakes 1 small free-range egg 55g/2oz unsalted butter 150g/5oz shallots 250g/9oz flat black mushrooms 3 tbsp double cream salt and pepper 1 packet shop bought, ready rolled (all butter) puff pastry

Nothing says 'special occasion' quite like a traditional beef Wellington. It's pure pleasure on a plate.

Thai steamed salmon

1 bunch coriander 12 mint 1 tsp chopped fresh ginger 3 cloves garlic 1 tsp salt 1 large red chilli juice of 2 limes 1 tbsp nam pla ( fish sauce 2 x 175g/6oz salmon 4 bok choi , washed in cold water until the water runs clear basmati rice 1 chilli 1 bunch coriander pinch salt 1 lime

A must for all recipe binders - this quick and easy, healthy steamed fish recipe is bursting with fresh flavour.

Dog Treats

3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour 1 cup cornmeal 3/4 cup oatmeal flakes 1 medium apple 1/3 cup peanut butter (or use 1/2 c. Chunky Peanut Butter) 1/2 c crushed peanuts (skip if you’re using Chunky Peanut Butter) 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup water 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla

Today is my dog’s birthday.  His name is Cooper and he is turning 7.  Cooper is awesome and I love him. He is a labradoodle, half standard poodle and half labrador. The great things about labradoodles are that they have hair and do not shed.  Cooper loves to play ball and can fetch for hours,…

Broccoli Shots

7 oz broccoli chopped (about medium sized broccoli) 1 leek chopped 2 tbsp butter ½ vegetable stock ½ cup cream 1 cup milk ½ tsp white pepper ½ tsp salt

I love broccoli, usually I will sauté it with some bread crumbs and butter, the same way i like my cauliflower prepared.  Many times I just add some broccoli to my stir fry but I don’t really like steamed broccoli by itself, it pretty boring. I was trying this broccoli soup and when I tasted…

Roasted Beet Salad

1 bunch beets (6 beets) 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tbsp chopped shallots (1 shallot) 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1/4 cup of feta cheese salt and pepper to taste

I don’t know about you but in the last few years I have become a beet lover. I never used to be but if there are beets on the menu I order them. And I always have beets at home for my cravings.  This is a very simple recipe but my favorite beet recipe.  I…

Spaghetti Bolognese

2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion – chopped 1 large carrot chopped 2 stalks celery chopped 1 parsnip 3 garlic cloves (minced) 1/8 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp thyme 1 tsp ground allspice 1 tsp paprika 2 bay leaves 1/2 lbs lean ground beef 1/2 lbs ground pork or veal 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup milk or cream 14 oz can tomatoes – chopped without the juice 1 cup beef broth 3 tbsp tomato paste

When I say I want spaghetti I mean a real bowl of Spaghetti Bolognese.  This dish is my comfort food.  I have been eating this ever since I was a little kid.  My dad cooked this sauce for my mom on their first date – that is how good this is. I really think it is…

Rye Bread – Swedish Limpa

4 cups water 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 tbsp caraway seeds 2 tsp fennel seeds 2 tbsp margarine 2 tsp grated orange rind 2 packages of quick dry yeast (4 tsp) 6 cups all purpose flour 4 cups whole wheat and rye flour mixture (60% whole wheat 40% rye flour) 2 tsp salt (to be added after 1st rising)

Limpa is probably one of the most known Swedish Breads.  Growing up I remember limpa as every day bread.   I think today you can find all kinds of recipes for this bread, with anise, orange peel, syrup, molasses etc.  But I like it to have it as my regular bread and not sweet.  It is…

Peperone for your Antipasto – Marinated Baby Sweet Peppers

1 (2 lbs) package of baby sweet peppers 3 tbsp of olive oil 3 tbsp of balsamic vinegar

Do you ever make an antipasto platter as an appetizer?  I love antipasto and it is a very easy thing to do.  Usually an antipasto platter includes one of many of the following; cured meats, olives, roasted garlic, pepperoncini, mushrooms, anchovies, artichoke hearts, various cheeses, and peperone. It is really easy to get the other…

Roquamole

1 cup crumbled Roquefort or Saint Agur blue cheese 2 tbsp finely sliced green onions ¼ tsp paprika ¼ cup sour cream 2 ripe avocados ¼ cup sliced pickled green jalapeños from a jar

For those in the US, Superbowl is coming up and we are all looking for some good finger food and some new dips.  I have a perfect new dip for you. This recipe is awesome and really simple to make, it came from Nigella Lawson.  Definitely a great dip instead of just plane guacamole. This…

White Bean Puree

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 1/2 cups cooked white beans, or drained and rinsed canned beans 2 tsp minced fresh rosemary 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, shaved into strips with a vegetable peeler, for garnish Paprika for sprinkle

All of us are always looking for good dips and appetizers, for parties or, Super Bowl, or just a snack for yourself.  This recipe is one of my favorites just to have as a snack in the afternoon. Awhile ago I got addicted to this white bean puree at Whole Foods and every time I…

Stained glass window biscuits

350g/12oz plain flour 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda ½ tsp salt 2 tsp ground ginger 100g/3½oz butter 175g/6oz soft brown sugar 1 free-range egg 4 tbsp golden syrup packet wrapped fruit-flavoured boiled sweets in different colours tube ready-made white icing narrow ribbon

Try baking these fun and easy Christmas biscuits with young children – and the young at heart.

Semifreddo al torroncino (homemade nougat ice cream)

250g/9oz mascarpone 3 eggs, separated (and beat the egg whites 2 tbsp caster sugar 100g/3½oz crunchy nougat

You can make this brilliantly simple ice cream recipe without a machine - and it's sweet and chewy with nougat.

Chicken in white wine sauce

4 skinless chicken breasts 1 onion 1 carrot 1 stick celery 1 bay leaf 6 black peppercorns 30g/1oz butter 30g/1oz flour 150ml/¼ pint white wine 1 free-range egg yolk 2-3 tbsp double cream salt and freshly ground black pepper squeeze lemon juice 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley , to serve mashed potato

This simple recipe for poached chicken in a creamy white wine sauce is smart enough for a dinner party.

Amaretto cake

250g/9oz plain flour 220g/7¾oz butter 220g/7¾oz caster sugar pinch salt 4 free-range eggs 50g/1¾oz chopped almonds 50g/1¾oz ground almonds 1 lemon 2 tsp vanilla extract dash milk or yoghurt 200g/7oz amaretti 125ml/4½fl oz amaretto or sherry

Amaretto adds a good glug of sophistication to this cake recipe – perfect for a late afternoon pick-me-up.

Thai fish cakes

500g/1lb 2oz white fish 1 tbsp Thai fish sauce 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander 2 spring onions 1 free-range egg pinch dried chilli 1 lime 2 tbsp plain flour vegetable oil 1 bunch watercress 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp vinegar 1 small onion 2 tbsp tomato ketchup 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint and coriander watercress

The freshest ingredients make all the difference in this recipe – perfect for spicy midweek supper.

Mexican steak burrito

2 small ripe avocados 1 garlic ½ small onion 1 small red chilli 1 lime salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 medium ripe tomatoes ½ onion small handful fresh coriander 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 small onion 350g/12oz rump 1 garlic ½ red or green chilli dash Worcestershire sauce dash Tabasco pinch cayenne pepper small handful fresh coriander 2 ready-made soft flour tortillas 1 Little Gem lettuce 100g/3½oz rice 75g/2½oz cheddar 100ml/3½fl oz soured cream

A fast, healthy alternative to heavy Mexican dishes, this burrito is mostly an assembly job of all your favourites.

Crab linguine

1 x 900g/2lb cooked brown crabcrab 315g/11oz linguine 25g/1oz sea salt 55ml/2fl oz olive oil 1 garlic 4 spring onions ½ tsp finely chopped red chilli 275g/10oz picked fresh white crab 25ml/1fl oz dry white wine 1 tbsp chopped fresh flat leaf parsley 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil and freshly ground saltblack pepper

You can use fresh crab or pre-prepared crabmeat for this deliciously simple crab pasta recipe.

Chicken with chorizo, peppers and sage with spiced aubergine

1 large corn-fed chicken salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp olive oil 110g/4oz chorizo 3 red peppers 2 garlic 1-2 tbsp chopped fresh sage 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme 1 lemon 2 large aubergines 125ml/4fl oz olive oil 2 red onions 4 plum tomatoes 2 tbsp red wine vinegar good pinch cumin handful basil handful coriander 1 tbsp pine nuts sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

This summery recipe of chicken roasted with chorizo and peppers is perfect for a relaxed weekend lunch.

Spiced cauliflower

2 tbsp gheevegetable oil 2 tsp chilli powder 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp turmeric 2 tsp ground black pepper 1 cauliflower 25g/1oz tamarind 250ml/9fl oz boiling water 1 tbsp vinegar salt

Try this recipe as a perfect side-dish to many curries. It could also be served as a vegetarian curry.

Chocolate fridge cake

250g/8oz digestive biscuits 150g/5oz milk chocolate 150g/5oz dark chocolate 100g/3½oz unsalted butter 150g/5oz golden syrup 100g/3½oz dried apricots 75g/2½oz raisins 60g/2oz pecans

A no-bake cake that's perfect for making with children. You can also pick and mix the fillings to suit your taste.

Turkey meatballs with spaghetti and tomato sauce

1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion 40g/1½oz white breadcrumbs 50ml/2fl oz milk 250g/9oz turkey mince 1 small apple 1 tsp fresh thyme ½ tsp salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp flour 2 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion 1 clove garlic 400g/14oz tin chopped tomatoes 100ml/3½fl oz water 1 tbsp tomato purée 2 tsp sugar ¼ tsp dried oregano pinch dried chilli salt and freshly ground black pepper 250g/9oz dried spaghetti chopped fresh parsley

These turkey meatballs are low-fat but still full of flavour. Leftovers freeze brilliantly too.

Swedish Pancakes “Pannkakor”

3 eggs 1 ¾ cups flour 3 1/3 cups milk 1 tsp salt ½ tsp sugar 1 tbs vanilla sugar or 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbs butter

Swedish Pancakes or in Swedish pannkakor [pannkakoor] are very common in Sweden, it is really a type of bread that gets fried in a frying pan.  Traditionally pancakes are eaten on Thursdays in Sweden after you have pea soup. Those pancakes get served with lingonberry and whipped cream. I grew up with pancakes in Sweden with…

Bloody Mary

2 ice cubes , double shot vodka ½ lemon 6 dashes Worcestershire sauce 3 dashes Tabasco 150ml/5fl oz tomato juice pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper

The perfect Bloody Mary is a hotly debated topic. Try this one for size: the key ingredients are all present and correct; retro celery garnish optional.

Double Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes

500g (2 cups 2 tbsp) Organic Horizon Dairy butter 2/3 cup cocoa powder 4 Organic Large  Horizon Dairy eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 cups caster sugar 1 cup plain flour ½ tsp of baking powder 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup (8 ounces) Organic Horizon Dairy unsalted butter, at room temperature 2½ cups powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 4 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled

I was going to a 10 year old Birthday party and wanted to bring something sweet.  I found this recipe for Double Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes and thought they would be perfect and they were.  These are a chocolate lover’s dessert.  Not only are the cupcakes moist, fudgy and delicious but when you add the frosting…

Pumpkin Pie Snickerdoodle Bar

Adapted from: Megan’s Cookin

It is fall and this year I have been just baking away with pumpkin.  I love the stuff, I never used to but that changed a few years ago.  This Pumpkin Pie Snickerdoodle Bar recipe is delicious. The bottom layer is like a blondie brownie and then covered by a layer of pumpkin pie filling.…

Sesame Seed Snaps

1½ cups sesame seeds 1/3 cup sugar 1 cup honey

If you read my story about Swedish Chocolate Balls you know that most Swedish kids only eat candy on Saturdays, if you missed it here is the story.  Because I was one of those kids (never had a cavity either).  However, I always tried to get treats during the other days.  My mother never gave…

Whole Wheat Zucchini Banana Bread

2 eggs 1/4 cup honey 1 cup mashed banana 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 medium zucchini, grated 1 cup chocolate chips, raisins, dried fruit, nuts, or a mixture of any of these

I am always looking for things to do with my old bananas.  When I saw this recipe Whole Wheat Zucchini Banana Bread recipe I knew I had to try it out.  I had both items going bad and this was perfect timing.  I ended up doing two loafs.  One with Chocolate Chips and one with…

French Potato Salad

1 pound small white boiling potatoes 1 pound small red boiling potatoes 2 tbsp good dry white wine 2 tbsp chicken stock 3 tbsp Champagne vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp kosher salt 3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 10 tbsp good olive oil 1/4 cup minced scallions (white and green parts) 2 Tbsp minced fresh dill 2 Tbsp minced flat-leaf parsley 2 Tbsp chiffonade of fresh basil leaves

This is the Secret Recipe Club “assignment!”  Every month you get a name of a blog and you need to choose ANY recipe from that blog and then blog about that recipe by a date.  It’s a secret because the blog owner does not know you are doing this until the reveal date.  My secret blog this month…

Rosemary and Parmesan Crackers

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 egg yolk 3 tbsp heavy cream 1/2 cup plus 6 tbsp all purpose flour ¾ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp sugar (optional) 2 tbsp fresh rosemary finely cut 1 tsp sea salt (1/2 tsp in dough and ½ tsp for sprinkle) Pinch freshly ground nutmeg 1 tbsp Olive oil

Crispy, rosemary, salty and cheesy cracker. Very addictive! This is the Secret Recipe Club “assignment!”  Every month you get a name of a blog and you need to choose ANY recipe from that blog and then blog about that recipe by a date.  It’s a secret because the blog owner does not know you are doing this…

Orange and almond cake

2 large oranges 1 tsp butter 1 tsp plain flour 6 free-range eggs 250g/9oz ground almonds 250g/9oz caster sugar 1 tbsp baking powder

This orange and almond cake is deliciously moist.

Pasta with purple sprouting broccoli

1kg/2¼lb purple sprouting broccoli 1 medium sized fresh red chilli 2 cloves garlic 1 small tin of anchovy fillets in olive oil good quality olive oil 350g/12oz pasta fusilli parmesan or hard pecorino salt and pepper

Purple sprouting broccoli can be a cheap and cheerful ingredient for early spring dinners and goes brilliantly with anchovy and chilli.

Onion Bhaji

2 free-range eggs 3 onions 120g/4oz plain flour 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp cumin 3 tbsp vegetable oil

Homemade onion bhajis are well worth the effort, they're great as a starter for an Indian feast.

Blue Cheese and Bacon Dip

2 strips of thick bacon (2 oz.) chopped 1/2 cup Greek-style yogurt 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, divided 1/4 tsp black pepper

Need a last minute dip idea?  I just tried this Blue Cheese and Bacon dip and love it and it is so simple to make.  Love the blue cheese and bacon flavor together.  I hope everyone will have a great Superbowl Sunday.  The first place i lived in when i moved to the US was…

Persimmon Bread

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter plus more for pan 3/4 cup all-purpose flour plus more for pan 1/2 cup golden raisins 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 large persimmons 1/3 cup buttermilk 2 tbsp finely grated orange zest ½ sugar cup sugar 2 large eggs

I hope everyone is having a great beginning of the year – I know I am getting ready for the little one arriving in a few weeks.  Can’t believe I only have 5 weeks left.  Time flies. The other day I was looking through a Bob Appetite magazine and found this Persimmons Bread recipe there. …

The Best Ribs

2-4 racks of baby back ribs (1 lbs per person)

These are my famous ribs.  I make them for special occasions usually Thanksgiving and Christmas.  That is because they take a full day to cook.  I started this tradition years ago and now everyone always requests them.  The secret formula to amazing ribs are long time + slow temperature = delicious.   And I have to add…

Whole Wheat Sandwich Loaf

3 tsp (15 ml) active dry yeast 3 cups (680 ml) whole milk (3.25 per cent fat), warmed to a temperature of 97ºF (36ºF) 2 1/2 tsp (12.5 ml) salt 2 tsp (10 ml) butter, melted 5 1/3 cups (750g) whole wheat bread flour, + 1/2 cup (75g), for working the dough 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter, for the loaf pan

During the winter months i love making bread - there is nothing as awesome as warm fresh bread out of the oven with some real butter on it.  This Whole Wheat Sandwich load fits that bill.  I have also found a favorite butter, i have always just bought European butter for my sandwiches but they were hard…

Rugelach

The Cream Cheese Pasty3 sticks (12 ounces) unsalted butter at room temperature 12 ounces cream cheese at room temperature ½ tsp salt 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 6 cups whole dried apricots 2/4 cups brown sugar 4 ½ tbsp of fresh lemon juice

This year as a holiday gift i decided to make Rugelach.  This is one of my favorite holidays treats right behind the Babka.  For years i have made the Babka, then i did some Salted Caramel last year and i was playing around with Fudge this year - but after making all the different kind…

Pumpkin Bread

2 cup sugar 1 cup canola oil 4 eggs 16 oz. canned pumpkin (not pie filling) 3/4 cup water 3 cup flour 2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp table salt 2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp cloves 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp allspice

I am back from my “babymoon” and very relaxed.  I have lots to write about from there.  But first I have to share this fabulous Pumpkin Bread recipe.  I hate to cook baked good with oil but since I have been a pumpkin fanatic this season I decided to try this recipe for pumpkin Bread…

Pumpkin Fritters

1 cup pumpkin puree 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp pumpkin spice 1 tsp salt 4 cups canola oil for frying confectionery sugar for topping

I can't believe it is Thanksgiving this week and the weather in Seattle has been freezing already.  I still have a bunch of pumpkin recipes i wanted to try this week,  one of them were these amazing pumpkin fritters.   To me anything doughnut like has to be fresh or i will not eat it, these…

Black Forest cranachan

250g/9oz fresh cherries 4 tbsp almond liqueur 125g/4½oz rolled oats 30g/1oz flaked almonds 200g/7oz good-quality dark chocolate 1 tbsp clear honey 400ml/14fl oz double cream 50g/1¾oz icing sugar

This boozy, decadent dessert combines chocolate, cherries and lashings of cream to create an easy, modern-day trifle.

Chocolate mousse with fiery ginger shortbread and candied orange peel

30g/1¼oz unsalted butter 100g/3½oz dark chocolate 3 free-range eggs 25g/1oz caster sugar 1 shot espresso 100g/3½oz unsalted butter 80g/2¾oz plain flour 30g/1¼oz icing sugar 30g/1¼oz cornflour drop of vanilla essence 50g/1¾oz fresh root ginger 2-3 pieces crystallised ginger 1 large orange 80g/2¾oz caster sugar 150g/5oz demerara sugar

One orange will make plenty of candied orange peel. Leftovers will stay crunchy for a few days and can be served in bowls as a snack for festive nibbling. Try dipping leftovers into dark chocolate for a delicious chocolate orange hit.

Braised Short Ribs

8 whole Beef Short Ribs Kosher Salt Pepper To Taste ¼ cups All-purpose Flour 6 pieces Pancetta, diced 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 whole Medium Onion, diced 2 whole Carrots, diced 2 whole Shallots, Peeled And Finely Minced 1 parsnip, diced 2 stalks of celery, diced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 2 cups Red Wine 2 cups Beef Broth (enough To Almost Cover Ribs) 2 sprigs Thyme or 1 tsp try thyme 2 sprigs Rosemary or 1 tsp dry rosemary 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp allspice

I can’t believe it was first advent yesterday, this is my favorite holiday of the year and first advent start it all off – with 4 Sundays to Christmas.  In Sweden on first advent we start of by making some Glögg it is an awesome spiced wine that just brings so many memories of the…

Cranberry Bread

1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 1 cup chopped cranberries 3/4 cup cranberry juice 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 egg, beaten 1 Tbsp grated lemon peel 1 tsp vanilla extract

I went to the store and saw a bunch of cranberries and pumpkins and I couldn’t decide what to get – I have been eating tons of pumpkin so I guess it was time to switch to cranberries.  And what could not be a better things to start with than a cranberry bread. You can…

Butternut squash, sage and crème fraîche mash

60g/2½oz butter 10 fresh sage 1.5kg/3lb 5oz butternut squash large pinch chilli 40g/1½oz parmesan 6 tbsp crème fraîche and freshly ground saltblack pepper

Sweet and buttery squash paired with fragrant sage and crème fraîche for a bit of zing.

Smoked trout with watercress purée and chopped egg salad

140g/5oz watercress 4 ice cubes 2 tbsp water and freshly ground saltblack pepper 3 free-range eggs 1 punnet mustard cress 8-10 cornichons, drained, sliced small handful chopped fresh dill 1½ tsp Dijon mustard 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oilrapeseed oil ½ lemon 3 tsp soured creamcrème fraîche 6 x 40g/1½oz pieces smoked trout 6 thin slices toasted soda bread ½ lemon

Smoked trout has a more delicate flavour than the ubiquitous smoked salmon, and with these accompaniments makes for a more special starter.The purée can be made the day before and chilled overnight, and the rest takes minutes to put together.

Chicken Pasta Salad

7 oz (250g) grilled chicken 14 oz (400g) pasta your choice of shape 1 yellow pepper chopped into 1” squares 1 red pepper paprika chopped into 1” squares 1 English cucumber 1 cup of cherry tomatoes 1 full head of romaine lettuce 2 tbsp parmesan cheese 2 tbsp pie nuts 1 egg yolk 1/2 lemon juice 1 tsp vinegar 7 tbsp (1 dl) oliv olj pepper salt

I hope everyone had a fabulous summer - here in Seattle summer is still going strong and when it is warm i crave this chicken pasta salad.   This salad is great any time of the year and a perfect entree especially when you are craving a solid salad for dinner.   I have been doing…

Rustic Peach Tart

1 tbsp all purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 package of puff pastry thawed 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp cream cheese, the spreadable kind. Stir it up well so it’s very easy to spread 4 large peaches, pitted and sliced thinly 2 tbsp of orange marmalade, warmed and liquified ½ tsp salt

This Rustic Peach Tart is my kind of dessert – dough with some sweet fruit.  Simple, not too sweet and delicious. I had tons of peaches in my refrigerator and needed to find something to make.  I found this recipe from Melissa Harfield and knew this was my kind of recipe.  It is very easy and…

Shortbread Cookies

¾ pound unsalted butter, at room temperature ½ cup sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups almond meal 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ tsp salt

Shortbread cookies are always great to have around.  Just sweet enough to have for dessert or a snack and not feel too guilty.  This shortbread recipe i have made several times and i use 1/2 of he sugar that was originally asked for and also to make it more interesting and give it more texture…