Tag Archives: celery

Vegetable soup with Parmesan stock

I get through a lot of Parmesan cheese so I save all those hard pieces of rind that you can’t grate any further in a little resealable bag in the fridge to use another time. Once I’ve got 4 or … Continue reading

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Smoked haddock risotto

We recently visited Northumberland for a short holiday and our friends took us to a delightful spot called Bradley Gardens where we had a brilliant lunch in their Glass House Cafe. They had a delicious smoked haddock risotto on the … Continue reading

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Red cabbage slaw with French mustard dressing

This is a great make-ahead salad, perfect for a party buffet. I usually add the dressing just before I serve it and keep the spring onions in a sealed plastic bag separate from the celery and red cabbage so they … Continue reading

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Spicy shepherds pie

These early autumn days can be warm and sunny but the minute the sun goes down it’s properly chilly. It’s time to bring out the big comfort food guns and this spicy shepherd’s pie is just the job. A real … Continue reading

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