California Gombo

Red miso gives the profound broth depth, while quick-charred seasonal vegetables add crunch and color. Ingredients Gombo Sauce2 tbsp vegetable oil6 cloves garlic2 tsp minced ginger1 red Fresno chile, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced2 large shallots, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced¼ lb okra, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced1 ½ tsp dark chili powderkosher salt to … Read more

Poached Pear Galette with Saffron Ice Cream

It’s best to poach the pears a day before making the galette. Ingredients Saffron Ice Cream2 cups heavy cream, cold1 cup whole milk¾ cup sugarPinch of salt20 saffron threads, toasted and ground to a powder with a mortar and pestle5 egg yolks Filling4 Bosc pears, peeled and cored1 bottle red wine1 cup water1 cup sugar1 … Read more

Camembert Burgers

Earthy and rich, these fabulous burgers. Ingredients 1 lb 2 oz. regular ground beef (70 to 75% lean)1 tsp fine sea salt½ tsp freshly ground pepper¼ tsp ground allspice¼ cup firmly packed flat-leaf parsley leaves, minced½ chilled wheel ripe Camembert cheese (4 oz.), with rind2 tbsp unsalted butter1 tbsp olive oil1 small onion, thinly slicedFine … Read more

Black Velvet Cake

Black Velvet CakeFlavour this rich, dark marble cake with Guinness and prosecco – the luxurious soft cheese icing represents the settling bubbles of stout when it’s poured. Ingredients 100g unsalted butter, cubed, plus extra for the tin150ml Guinness50g dark chocolate, finely chopped2 eggs175g light muscovado sugar50g soured cream100g self-raising flour2 tbsp cocoa powder, plus extra … Read more

Cherry Cake

Use up the ingredients at the back of your storecupboard with this simple but tasty bake. It only needs 10 minutes of hands-on time – then the oven does the rest of the work. Ingredients 200g glacé cherries, roughly chopped225g self-raising flour, plus 1 tbsp175g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for the tin175g soft light … Read more

Beef Chilli Fry

Traditionally eaten with poi, a Goan bread, to mop up the masala, this beef chilli fry is cooked with cinnamon, pepper and ginger. The two-step cooking ensures that the spices add flavour to the beef. Ingredients 800g chuck steak, sliced into very thin strips (see notes below)3 tbsp vegetable oil2 mild green chillies, slit lengthwise2 … Read more

Beef Shin Rendang

Enjoy this aromatic, slow-cooked beef curry with friends as it serves 12. No need to worry about waste as the remainder can be frozen and whipped out later. Ingredients 2kg beef shin, cut into chunksvegetable oil2x400g tins coconut milk4 star anise2 sticks cinnamon, broken in half Rendang paste6-8 large dried red chillies250g shallots, peeled and … Read more

Easy Creamy Homemade Potato Soup

You will love this easy homemade potato soup with potatoes, veggies, garlic, and a luscious creamy broth. This soup is comforting and loaded with flavor. Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil2 cups chopped onion (1 medium)1 cup chopped carrot (2 medium)1 cup chopped celery (2 to 3 stalks)1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)1 teaspoon … Read more

Caprese Chicken Foil Packets

Toss these Caprese Chicken Foil Packets in the oven or on the grill for an easy dinner. Great for camping! Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons olive oil4 garlic cloves minced1 teaspoon dried oregano¾ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground pepper1 cup diced tomato4 whole basil leaves2 ounce fresh … Read more

Weight Watchers Vegetable Soup

Easy to make Weight Watchers Vegetable Soup Recipe! A great way to use fresh vegetables. Ingredients 1 tsp Olive Oil⅛ tsp minced garlic or to taste¼ cup Onion chopped¼ cup Celery chopped¼ cup Carrots chopped1 cup vegetable broth or reduced-sodium chicken broth½ cup Diced Tomatoes with seasonings Method