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Smoky tomato freekeh

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This is one of these versatile summer dishes that can be served hot or cold, as a side dish to grilled meats or as a meal in itself. I ate it warm with a big ball of mozzarella in the … Continue reading →

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Pasta alla siracusana

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Like most families, we eat pasta quite regularly so it’s always good to find a new sauce to add to the recipe rota. I love the meat based sauces in winter but this one is lovely for the warmer days … Continue reading →

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Roasted red pepper, tomato and basil pasta salad

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Roasted red peppers, both fresh and sun-dried tomatoes and basil are the perfect summer flavour combination. Add some orzo and a tangy dressing and you’ve got a vegan dish, serve with burrata for vegetarians or it makes the perfect accompaniment … Continue reading →

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Oven-roasted ratatouille

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

As a traditional ratatouille is usually made with aubergine, courgette, basil and tomato (fresh and sun-dried are my preference), it might feel like a summer dish but we eat it all year round. It’s delicious as a filling side dish … Continue reading →

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