Tag Archives: black pepper

Burrata with tomatoes and pestade

Posted on September 4, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Burrata is an Italian cow or water buffalo milk cheese made from mozzarella and cream. The outer casing is solid cheese, while the inside contains stracciatella and cream, giving it an unusual, soft texture with a rich yet delicate flavour. … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes, Summer recipes | Tagged black pepper, burrata, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, olives, Tomato | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Meat main courses, Pasta, Recipes | Tagged beef mince, black pepper, cream, extra virgin olive oil, macaroni, red wine vinegar, tinned tomatoes, tomato paste | Leave a comment

Ox cheek ragout with porcini mushrooms

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I love oxtail stew but it is a bit of a faff getting all the meat off the bones. Ox cheek, delivers all the flavour of oxtail without the faff! Long, slow braising is the secret to getting the meat … Continue reading →