When fatigued on a darkening winter Sunday afternoon in London, it can sometimes seem a great trial to settle upon … More
Tag: comfort food
Leek, Smoked Bacon and Pea Pasta
On Monday I had some dry-cure, smoked streaky bacon left over from pot-roasting a pheasant on Sunday. Three pieces to … More
Chicken and Garlic
I toyed with the thought of miso ginger chicken on the bus home from the library, getting as far as … More
Celeriac Dauphinois with Gruyère and Tarragon
Making a celeriac gratin has been on my mind since Monday – there was a distinct chill in the air. … More
Oeufs en Cocotte – two ways
Initially I was contemplating beans on toast this evening, which I am certainly a fan of with chips, Encona chilli … More
Pot-roasted Chicken Bits (with Polenta and Swiss Chard)
After a weekend of over-indulgence, involving heaps of Szechuan peppers and many drinks (there were things to celebrate), I wanted … More
Spiced Rice with Lamb Mince, Butter and Nuts
photo: Ayca Rodop I made this for 15 people in Z’s water mill on a weir in Fladbury on the … More
Gratin of Grilled Aubergine in Spiced Tomato Sauce
This dish is supremely comforting, being rich, a touch sweet and of course, cheesy. It is a modification of an … More
Baked Sicilian Fennel Sausage, Tomato, Onion and Artichoke
I made this speedily last week when I was writing for a deadline of my thesis. It was just for … More
Chicken Kievs
I love garlic+chicken+butter+breadcrumbs as one item of food. I’ve been meaning to make these for some time, and the visit … More