Lambs’ Kidneys in Mustard Sauce with Fruited Rice

                              The other night mum made … More

“Everyone likes their egg cooked differently”

wise words from Zoe Jewell.

Monday Supper: Roast Pumpkin, Chicory Salad, Tomatoes, Haricots with Rosemary

I was feeling unusually rested on Monday evening and, though containing four components (rosemary and olive oil haricot beans not … More

Chiocciole Al Mascarpone E Noce (Pasta Shells with Cream Cheese and Walnuts)

This is an Elizabeth David number from her excellent ’Italian Food’. I don’t usually put up other people’s recipes but … More

Onion Gratin

Last Christmas, my dad gave me a beautiful cooking book by Arabella Boxer, titled ’Arabella Boxer’s Book of English Food’ (grandmother … More

Apples with Sultanas (by Frances Clare Johnson)

I have decided that there are some things that my mother (Frances Clare Johnson, or Clare) makes that are essential … More

Ricotta and Tomato Tart

Michel Roux made a mackerel tart with a fish mouse and tomato concasse on Masterchef “The Professionals” this week. The … More

Whole Chicken Legs with White Beans

When fatigued on a darkening winter Sunday afternoon in London, it can sometimes seem a great trial to settle upon … More

Chips cooked with beef dripping leftover from a roast with homemade mayo

Kedgeree (made with leftover rice)

A week ago I was staying with the wonderful Ayca and Rob, and after dinner, Rob had the bright idea … More