Tag Archives: red wine

Bold butter bean stew with chorizo, olives and thyme

Happy new year everyone! #TheFridayRecipe 2024 is back! This healthy and delicious butter bean stew with chorizo in a rich red wine and herb infused tomato sauce is one I think you’ll make over and over again. In 2022, my … Continue reading

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Lasagne, Pigeon Cottage style

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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Braised shallots with pancetta and chestnuts

I only make this very special dish once a year at Christmas. It’s perfect with any roast meat but we love it with roast goose and I use any leftovers to make my goose cassoulet for supper after Boxing Day. … Continue reading

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Macaroni bolognese au gratin

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 crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb topping served with a green salad on the … Continue reading

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