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Spanish pork with chorizo, olives and potatoes

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This delicious one-pot supper dish is my updated version of a Delia Smith recipe that she originally published in 1978. I think it’s fair to say that our ability to source top quality Spanish ingredients has improved somewhat since then! … Continue reading →

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Lasagne, Pigeon Cottage style

Posted on April 6, 2023 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This is my classic, deli-style lasagne recipe with a rich, tomato and beef mince filling and a deliciously creamy béchamel sauce topping. It takes a bit of effort to make each layer but the end result is so worth it. … Continue reading →

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Masala dal

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I love the flavours of India and finding dishes that work well as part of my low-carb eating regime. This spicy chickpea dal really ticks a lot of boxes. Eat it by itself for lunch with a hard boiled egg or … Continue reading →

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Coq au vin blanc

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I always used to make coq au vin with red wine but I find this white wine version more elegant and it doesn’t overpower the delicate flavour of the chicken. The sauce is so delicious that you could make it … Continue reading →

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