Author Archives: Michelle
Double Chocolate Brownies
This is Mr Man’s favourite brownie recipe and it has taken me a while to post because I felt like it needed perfection. That has taken a while and ironically enough it was only when I ran out of a … Continue reading
Cassoulet
Stop right there! Just before you get carried away with thought of a cassoulet for tonights dinner, I should let you know it is going to take a couple of days (and another two if you make your own duck … Continue reading
Scones (English style)
Those of you who make English style scones may shudder at this recipe – I must admit it is one big ol’ scone shortcut but I wouldn’t post it if it wasn’t great and the result was not up to … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Teas/High Teas, Picnic Food
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Pear, Arugula and Stilton Salad with White Balsmaic Vinaigrette
I love a salad with cheese and it is usually goats cheese that gets my attention. However, in this instance it’s the addition of a wonderfully pungent Stilton that makes this combination of pears and arugula a winning one. The … Continue reading
Posted in Salads, Sides, Starters, Vegetarian
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Mushroom and pearl barley soup (minestra di orzo e funghi)
I miss the snow! After four Chicago Winters and a White Christmas (and then some) in New York last year I am now feeling a little tetchy and wondering when I am going to make my next snow angel – call … Continue reading
Posted in Mains, Meat, Soups, Vegetables
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Twice Cooked Veal Shanks with Mushrooms & Sage
I am back in NYC and it is chilly to say the least. My holiday in Australia came to an abrupt end and we soon found ourselves on a plane, returning to the US and feeling a little gloomy having … Continue reading
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Potato & Leek Soup
There is something very comforting about soup and Potato and Leek soup is one of my favourites and so easy. Leeks are what I would call a gentle vegetable – long, lovely and lush. Beautiful to look at and the … Continue reading
Posted in Soups, Starters, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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