COCONUT PANCAKES WITH MANGO SLICES AND LIME SYRUP
This makes the most brilliant breakfast or brunch and gets you out of the rut of making the same old plain pancakes with maple syrup. It’s important to leave the batter to relax for 15 minutes, as it will thicken slightly, making for fuller, fluffier pancakes. MAKES ABOUT 16 SMALL PANCAKES INGREDIENTS 1 cup […]
Cucumber Dill Cold Soup
This soup is very refreshing. It is great for a hot summer day, and is a good way to use up the abundance of cucumbers in season. Stay away from the big cukes, because they will impart a bitter taste to the soup. SERVES 4 to 6. INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 medium […]
APPLE CRUMBLE
Who doesn’t love crumble? By combining both fruit purée and chunks and sweet, chewy dried cranberries, I’m creating layers of texture and interest beneath a beautiful crunchy granola topping. Don’t worry about peeling the fruit. Whether it’s apples, pears, or peaches, the flavor is all in the skin. SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 6 Tbsp granulated […]
Cherry Lemon Cold Soup
When cherries are in season, this soup is a must! It has a rich, sweet flavor with just a hint of cinnamon. We have found it to be a favorite with children. If you would like to make it without the wine, substitute apple or cherry juice. SERVES 8. INGREDIENTS 2 pounds fresh, sweet […]
LEMON CURD TREACLE TART
I love the tangy sharpness that lemon curd adds to a classic treacle tart. The recipe uses light treacle, generally known as golden syrup, a common British sweetener made from evaporating sugar cane juice until it’s thick and syrupy. You can find golden syrup at British specialty shops. Or you can substitute corn syrup or […]
Beet Orange Cold Soup
Beet-Orange Soup is a brilliant red soup that tastes great! Try it as the first course of a cool summer meal. Garnish each serving with a dollop of yogurt or an orange slice. SERVES 4 to 6. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1-inch piece of ginger root, peeled and cut […]
Vegetable Stock
A good stock is essential for a full-flavored soup. Some soups can be made with water instead of stock, but stock always adds to the flavor. Making Vegetable Stock does not take up much time. It can simmer while you prepare the soup vegetables; it can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated or […]
MOLASSES GLAZED HAM
I’ve always loved ham, not just hot with mashed potatoes and a cider gravy, but cold with salads and pickles. The sweet sticky glaze steals the glory here, but the poaching liquor has just as big a part to play. It’s the chance to really inject extra flavor, especially when you replace most of the […]
Cucumber Orange Salad
This simple salad is a light and fresh accompaniment to a meal. Because there’s no oil in the dressing, Cucumber Orange Salad goes well with a meal that is already rich. INGREDIENTS 1 cucumber 2 oranges (or 1 orange and 1 grapefruit) 1/2 medium red onion, peeled and sliced thin 2 tablespoons rice vinegar […]
CHICKEN AND AUTUMN VEGETABLE PIES
I’ve always loved serving individual pies. It instantly elevates a casual family dish into something a bit smarter, but without really increasing the work. The twist here is that the lids are cooked separately from the pie filling. If serving more than two or three people, simply double the quantities for the filling, but the […]