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Austrian Bread Dumplings/Knockerl

Mix fried bread, milk, egg, flour, herbs, salt, and pepper. Form into balls, simmer in water or soup for 10 minutes.

Beef and Potato Dumplings/Locsei

Mix potatoes, meat, egg, flour, semolina, salt, and pepper. Form balls, poach in salted water for 25 minutes. Serve immediately.

Caprese Paste

Mix cheeses and eggs, fold in herbs and seasonings, add milk gradually. Form a firm mixture, chill until needed.

Chinese Beef Balls

Mix ingredients into a firm dough, form small balls, and poach in simmering broth for 25 minutes.

Devonshire Chicken Dumplings

Mix minced chicken, liver, and bacon with breadcrumbs, parsley, and eggs. Form walnut-sized balls, poach in simmering broth for 15 minutes.

Dried Mushroom Stock

Soak mushrooms, sauté onions, add veggies, lentils, herbs, mushroom liquid, and water. Boil, simmer 30 minutes, strain, season.

Gnocchi

Boil, skin, and mash potatoes. Mix with flour, egg, and olive oil. Form dough, shape gnocchi, and poach until they float.

Le Farci

Blanch cabbage leaves, mix soaked breadcrumbs with other ingredients, form a ball, wrap with cabbage, poach in broth for 30 minutes, slice, and serve.

Matzo Dumplings

Fry onion, beat butter with eggs, mix with parsley, spices, and matzos. Rest, form dumplings, poach for 25 minutes.

Parmesan Biscuits

Savory Parmesan shortbread bites, baked from a dough of flour, butter, egg yolk, and Parmesan, served hot and dusted with cheese.

Potato and Horseradish Dumplings

Mix semolina, potato, onion, parsley, horseradish, and seasoning. Add egg and flour for dough. Form dumplings, poach 7-10 minutes.

Pressure-cooker Chicken Stock

Sweat vegetables in butter, add chicken carcass and water. Cook under pressure 20 minutes. Strain, cool, season. Rich and quick.

Quick Vegetable Stock

Melt butter, sweat veggies with herbs, add water, boil, simmer, strain, and season. Ready in 25 minutes.

Rice Dumplings with Marjoram

Soak rice, sauté onion in goose fat, mix with rice, season, cook in broth. Mix with eggs and flour, form dumplings, poach 5 minutes.

Ricotta and Parmesan Paste

Sauté spinach and onion, mix with Parmesan, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and ricotta. Chill before using. Savory and creamy filling.

Stuffed Lettuce Leaves

Blanch leaves, fill with seasoned meat mixture, roll and tie. Poach in broth for 10 minutes, untie, and serve.

Vegetable Peelings Stock

Combine ingredients, cover with 2.3L water, boil, and simmer for 1 hour. Strain for a flavorful, waste-free stock.

Pasta with Purple Sprouting Broccoli

A cheerful early spring pasta dish featuring purple sprouting broccoli, garlic, chili, and savory anchovies with grated hard cheese.

Drowned Tomatoes

Tomatoes slow-cooked in olive oil with garlic and herbs, then bottled to preserve the flavors of a Mediterranean summer.

Sweetcorn Relish

A vibrant vegetarian condiment made by sautéing fresh sweetcorn, peppers, and aromatics with sugar and cider vinegar for a tangy finish.

Umami Bomb (Parmesan and Wild Mushroom Custard)

A savory mushroom and parmesan custard baked in a water bath, topped with a crisp vegetable medley and pancetta.

Chilli Con Carne

An incredibly easy party dish with an authentic Mexican touch using grated dark chocolate for a rich, deep flavor.

John Dory, Mousseron Mushrooms, Broad Beans and Wild Strawberries

Pan-fried John Dory fillets with breadcrumb crust served alongside blanched broad beans, mushrooms, and a unique wild strawberry dressing.

Leek and Egg Salad, Mushrooms and Crusty Bread

Sweet steamed leeks served with boiled eggs, garlicky sautéed mushrooms, and a simple mustard dressing with sliced baguette.

Spinach and Taleggio Pizza

Homemade pizza dough topped with spinach, anchovies, taleggio cheese, and an egg, served with a fresh chicory salad.

Osso Buco Milanese Style

Tender veal shins braised with vegetables, white wine, and stock, finished with a fresh lemon, garlic, and parsley gremolata.

Pasta with Tomato and Vodka Sauce

A classic Italian pasta dish featuring a creamy tomato and vodka sauce, finished with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

Wild Mushrooms on Crostini (Funghi Trifolati)

Sautéed fresh and rehydrated wild mushrooms served on toasted French baguette slices, finished with fresh parsley and olive oil.

Braised Beef

Seasoned beef browned and slow-cooked in a red wine and mirepoix reduction, served with glazed vegetables and savory sauce.

Aubergine and Mozzarella Bake

A simple vegetarian bake layering griddled aubergine slices with a homemade tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.

Beef Wellington

A classic special occasion dish featuring seared beef fillet stuffed with mushroom duxelles, wrapped in pancakes and puff pastry.

Garlic Potatoes

Boiled new potatoes breaded with parmesan and egg, deep-fried until golden, and finished with a flavorful garlic parsley butter.

Grilled Greek Lamb Neck Fillet with Watermelon, Orange and Red Onion

Greek flavors of mint, yogurt, watermelon, and honey combine for a Mediterranean lamb dish served with a mint-flecked feta cream.

Hot Chilli Chicken Fajitas

Marinated chicken skewers grilled and served with fresh tomato avocado salsa, lettuce, and soured cream in warm tortillas.

Pot Roasted Pheasant with Cider and Calvados

Pot-roasting moist pheasant in a creamy cider and Calvados sauce, served with baked apples and crispy pancetta over kale.

Warm Salad of Scallops, Black Pudding and Pea and Mint Purée

Seared king scallops and crispy black pudding served over a creamy pea and mint purée with a vinegar reduction.

Tomato Sauce

A classic French tomato sauce made with pork, aromatics, and flour-style roux, slow-baked and then strained for smoothness.

Barbecued Lamb with Baked Squashes, Anchovy, Capers and Brown Butter

Lamb served with nutty brown butter sauce, chilli-flecked baked squash, and blanched cavolo nero leaves.

Blue Cheese and Pancetta Tray Loaf

A fabulous focaccia-style loaf topped with caramelised onions, crispy pancetta, rosemary, and melted blue cheese.

Maple-Glazed Turkey With a Sweetcorn Stuffing

Roast turkey featuring a unique sweetcorn and sausage stuffing, finished with a sticky maple and lemon juice glaze.

Rack of Venison with Sage

A seasonal roast dinner featuring venison, swede fondants, and pickled green cabbage served with a red wine reduction.

Red Pepper and Shallot Salad

A quick and fresh vegetarian salad featuring sliced peppers, shallots, and herbs tossed in a tangy mustard vinaigrette.

Stuffed Tortilla Wraps

A quick vegetarian wrap filled with Mediterranean vegetables, mozzarella, and olives, then lightly fried until golden and crisp.

Turkey Meatballs with Cabbage

A flavorful turkey meatball stir-fry with shredded cabbage, ginger, and chili, served in a savory soy and wine sauce.

Turkey ‘En Croute’ with Tomatoes and Cucumber Salsa

Succulent turkey breast wrapped in mushrooms, savory pancakes, and puff pastry, served with a fresh tomato and cucumber salsa.

Braised Sweetcorn and Wood Pigeon

An autumnal sweetcorn soup featuring roasted corn kernels and pan-seared wood pigeon crowns finished with smoked bacon and vegetables.

Charred Leeks with Girolles and Leek Mayonnaise

Oil infused with charred leeks creates a mayonnaise served with fried mushrooms, grilled leeks, poached egg yolks, and croutons.

Healthy Sweet and Sour King Prawn Stir Fry

A vibrant stir fry featuring prawns, fresh pineapple purée, peppers, and beansprouts served over steamed jasmine rice.

Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

A budget-friendly classic Bolognese sauce simmered for depth of flavor, served with spaghetti. Can be frozen for later use.

Turkey and Vegetable Stew

A lean, budget-friendly stew featuring browned turkey leg, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory chicken stock until tender.

Fish Cakes with Tomato Sauce (Machchi Na Cutless)

Spicy Indian-style fish cakes served with a fragrant, tangy tomato sauce flavored with cinnamon, tamarind, and ginger.

Tarka Dal With Rice

Wholesome spiced lentils simmered with turmeric and butter, finished with a tempered garlic, chilli, and toasted cumin seed mixture.

Chicken and Lemongrass Broth

A light, flavorful broth featuring chicken, bruised lemongrass, and fresh herbs to create a clean and comforting soup.

Potato and Roast Red Pepper Soup

A creamy vegetarian soup featuring roasted red pepper purée swirled into a smooth potato and onion base.

Coriander Seared Tuna on Pickled Bean Sprouts

Seared coriander-crusted tuna served over pickled bean sprouts and a vibrant herb salad with turmeric oil and balsamic reduction.

Deep-Fried Calamari with Lemon Mayonnaise

Crispy self-battered squid strips deep-fried until golden and served with a zesty herb-infused mayonnaise.

Bangers and Mash

A childhood classic featuring sausages served over creamy potato mash enriched with savory cabbage and fresh spring onions.

Beans on Toast

Elevate classic beans on toast by simmering cannellini beans in a homemade tomato sauce served over toasted wholemeal bread.

Simple Fish in a Bag

Flavorful salmon fillets steamed in foil with courgette and tomatoes, served alongside fluffy white rice for a simple meal.

Baked Eggs

A quick and versatile weekend treat featuring eggs baked with butter and cheese. Serve with toast for dipping.

Crispy Tuna Fingers with Tomato, Courgette and Olive Compôte

Homemade breaded tuna fingers served alongside a vibrant Mediterranean-style vegetable compôte of tomatoes, courgettes, and olives.

Seared Sliced Beef Salad with Rocket and Horseradish Dressing

Seared beef fillet served on fresh salad leaves with a zesty horseradish dressing and sautéed cognac-flambéed mushrooms.

Pea, Mint and Ricotta Ravioli with a Pancetta Butter

Homemade pasta rounds filled with a fresh pea, mint, and ricotta mixture, served with a savory pancetta butter sauce.

Chickpea and Cucumber Salad

A refreshing vegetarian salad featuring chickpeas, cucumber, fresh herbs, and chili that cuts through rich, fatty dishes perfectly.

Sardines Stuffed with Chermoula

Butterflied sardines stuffed with a spicy, fresh coriander and garlic chermoula paste, then pan-fried and grilled until perfectly crisp.

Gnocchi with Wild Rocket

Handmade potato gnocchi served in a vibrant sauce of blanched rocket, watercress, garlic, chilli, and aromatic fresh basil.

Sausage and Lentil Soup

A comforting low-cost soup featuring bite-sized pork sausages and hearty lentils simmered with aromatic vegetables and fresh thyme.

Orange and Watercress Salad

A light, refreshing vegetarian salad featuring zesty orange segments and peppery watercress tossed in a simple citrus-infused olive oil dressing.

BBQ Sauce

A sweet and savory homemade barbecue sauce made by simmering sautéed aromatics with soy sauce and ketchup.

Chicken Tagine with Pomegranate Tabbouleh

A warming spicy chicken stew served with a vibrant bulgur wheat salad featuring pomegranate, nuts, and dried apricots.

Courgette Rösti with Poached Egg, Beurre Blanc and Deep-Fried Courgette Flowers

Vegetarian main featuring potato and courgette patties, perfectly poached eggs, a creamy chive beurre blanc, and crispy battered courgette flowers.

Duck with Plum Sauce and Crispy Seaweed

Pan-sear honey-glazed duck breast until crispy, oven-roast to preference, and serve over plum sauce with crispy seaweed and rice.

Fish Pie with Garden Peas

A luxurious fish pie featuring smoked haddock, salmon, cod, lobster, and prawns topped with cheesy piped mashed potatoes and peas.

French Onion Soup with Gruyère Toast

A luxurious French onion soup enriched with brandy and red wine, topped with melted Gruyère cheese on toasted bread slices.

Grilled Sirloin Steak with Salsa Verde

Simple sirloin steak served with herb salsa verde, garlic butter stuffed field mushrooms, and golden deep-fried chips.

Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Dauphinoise Potatoes and a Spinach and Basil Timbale

Herb-crusted roasted lamb served with creamy layered dauphinoise potatoes and savory spinach, bacon, and egg timbales.

Lancashire Hotpot

A traditional lamb stew simmered with vegetables, topped with sliced potatoes and baked until golden-brown and crispy.

Mini Yorkshire Puddings with Roast Beef and Horseradish Cream

Miniature Yorkshire puddings topped with rare roast beef, zesty horseradish cream, and fresh parsley for a perfect party appetizer.

Poached Haddock and Poached Egg with Mustard Sauce

Flaky poached smoked haddock and spinach served with a rich mustard white sauce and a perfectly poached egg.

Salmon with a Quinoa Salad and Ginger Sauce

Healthy pan-fried salmon served with a charred vegetable quinoa salad and a sweet and spicy ginger tamarind sauce.

Southern Paella

A stunning one-pot seafood dish featuring hake, squid, and shellfish, simmered with saffron rice and Spanish flavors.

Spiced Mussel Soup

A light, creamy seafood soup flavored with fennel, garlic, and curry powder, served with griddled toast and sautéed vegetables.

Turkey Pizzaiola

Sauté turkey, cook peppers and onions in tomato sauce with olives and basil, then serve over pasta with parmesan cheese.

Whole Roasted Sea Bass on a Bed of Tomatoes and Black Olives, with Crab Croquettes

Herby roasted sea bass served alongside crispy deep-fried crab and almond croquettes with a fresh frisée and herb salad.

Honey and Mustard Glazed Chicken Salad with Pine Nuts and Goats' Cheese

Succulent honey-mustard chicken strips served over rocket with creamy goat's cheese and toasted pine nuts.

Honey, Garlic and Red Pepper Dressing

A vibrant vegetarian dressing made by sweating red peppers and garlic, simmering with honey, and blending with olive oil.

Quesadilla with Chargrilled Pepper, Mushrooms and Refried Beans

Vegetarian quesadillas layered with homemade kidney bean paste, charred peppers, and savory sautéed mushrooms.

Braised Ox Cheeks with Roasted Bone Marrow, Horseradish Pomme Purée and Roasted Carrots

Slow cooked tender ox cheeks served with rich sauce, creamy horseradish mash, roasted bone marrow, and butter-glazed carrots.

Mediterranean Chicken with Potatoes

A budget-friendly chicken and potato dish simmered in a herb-infused tomato sauce, perfect for family meals or batch cooking.

Spiced Roast Pheasant with Pumpkin, Homemade Granola and Bread Sauce

Succulent poached and pan-fried pheasant served with roasted pumpkin wedges, a smooth creamy bread sauce, and crunchy homemade nut granola.

Wild Garlic, Roasted Sweetbread and Morel Risotto

A creamy, sophisticated mushroom risotto topped with glazed morels, crisp sweetbreads, and aromatic fresh wild garlic.

Sticky Chicken Wings with Healthy Slaw

Budget-friendly chicken wings coated in a honey-tomato glaze, oven-baked until golden-brown and served with a fresh, simple homemade coleslaw.

Coconut Rice

A versatile side dish made by simmering rice in a blend of coconut milk and stock until fluffy.

Squid with Chorizo and Beans

Pan-fried squid served over a warm bed of simmered chorizo, white beans, and chicken stock, topped with fresh rocket.

Kid’s Customised Couscous Salad

A healthy, versatile couscous salad where children choose and chop vegetables. Serve warm or cold for picnics and lunchboxes.

Spicy Curry Carrot Chutney

Diced carrots, onion, red pepper, and chilli simmered with cider vinegar and spices to create a flavorful vegetarian condiment.

Pasta Fazool

A traditional Italian stew of pasta and beans featuring spicy 'nduja sausage, fresh cavatelli, and aromatic vegetables.

Goats Cheese Rolled on Breadcrumbs and Ground Almonds

Crispy fried goat's cheese served with spiced poached pear cubes, fresh salad leaves, and a nutty walnut oil dressing.

Scallops and Shrimps with Beurre Blanc, Topped with Puff Pastry

Scallops and shrimps in shells with fish mousse and vegetables, topped with puff pastry and served with buttery herb sauce.

Scallops with Cauliflower Cream

Pan-seared scallops served over a smooth cauliflower purée and garlicky mushroom duxelle, finished with truffle oil and chives.