Category Archives: Meat main courses

Tavas – Cypriot braised beef with potatoes, tomato and oregano

Posted on July 5, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Tavas is a popular dish from the island of Cyprus that is incredibly simple to make and full of robust Mediterranean flavours. The Cypriots often use cinnamon in savoury dishes; they sprinkle it on chicken skin and over potatoes before … Continue reading →

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Baked stuffed cabbage leaves

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I wasn’t a big fan of cabbage when I was young because it was almost always overcooked and tasteless. Now, I’d say it’s one of my favourite vegetables and I love finding new ways to cook it, like this recipe … Continue reading →

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Macaroni bolognese au gratin

Posted on March 5, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I love a traditional lasagne but sometimes I like to ring the changes with this tasty alternative. Layers of rich meat sauce and creamy macaroni topped with a Parmesan and sourdough crumb and served with a green salad on the … Continue reading →