Tag: balsamic vinegar
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Oxtail stew with dumplings
My mother used to make the best oxtail stew with dumplings. It was my favourite supper. I’ve only seen oxtail for sale in my local butchers but if you can find it, don’t pass up the chance to buy one and make this stew. Cooked slowly for a good four hours with plenty of vegetables…
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Balsamic roast beetroot
I find that beetroot is an oft under-rated root vegetable. It is low in fat, full of vitamins and minerals and packed with powerful antioxidants – a health-food titan. Many people have only ever eaten it pickled in harsh malt vinegar which totally overpowers the true delicacy of its flavour. If you haven’t tried it before…
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Beef cheek ragout
The last time I went home to see my parents, I bought a beautiful pair of beef cheeks from the local butcher and they’ve been sitting in my freezer waiting for the day that some magic would happen. Today was that day. Beef cheek needs long slow cooking to make it tender but the flavour…
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