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Austrian Bread Dumplings/Knockerl
Mix fried bread, milk, egg, flour, herbs, salt, and pepper. Form into balls, simmer in water or soup for 10 minutes.
Beef and Potato Dumplings/Locsei
Mix potatoes, meat, egg, flour, semolina, salt, and pepper. Form balls, poach in salted water for 25 minutes. Serve immediately.
Beef Marrow-bone Dumplings/Quenelles À la Moelle
Mash marrow, mix with eggs, breadcrumbs, and salt. Form walnut-sized balls, poach in simmering broth for 20 minutes.
Egg Pasta Dough
Sift flour and salt, mix with eggs, knead until smooth. Rest dough, roll thin, dry, and boil for 5 minutes.
Egg Pasta with Milk
Sift flour and salt, mix with eggs and milk to form firm dough. Knead, rest, divide, and roll thin.
Green Dumplings
Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add liquid, fold in herbs and onion. Drop spoonfuls into simmering broth, cook 10 minutes.
Lamb's Liver Dumplings
Mix flour, egg, and ingredients. Form small balls with wet hands, poach gently for 6-8 minutes. Simple and savory.
Potato and Horseradish Dumplings
Mix semolina, potato, onion, parsley, horseradish, and seasoning. Add egg and flour for dough. Form dumplings, poach 7-10 minutes.
Ravioli Paste
Rub butter into flour, add boiling water for stiff dough. Knead, roll thin, and poach finished ravioli in simmering water for 4 minutes.
Rice Dumplings with Marjoram
Soak rice, sauté onion in goose fat, mix with rice, season, cook in broth. Mix with eggs and flour, form dumplings, poach 5 minutes.
Stuffed Lettuce Leaves
Blanch leaves, fill with seasoned meat mixture, roll and tie. Poach in broth for 10 minutes, untie, and serve.
Suet and Horseradish Dumplings
Mix flour, salt, pepper, suet, horseradish, and onion. Add water for stiff dough, form balls, simmer in broth 15 minutes.
Suet and Mushroom Dumplings
Mix flour, salt, pepper, suet, mushrooms, and onion. Add water for firm dough, form balls, simmer in broth 15 minutes.
Suet and Parsley Dumplings
Mix flour, salt, pepper, suet, and parsley. Add water for a stiff dough, form balls, simmer in broth for 15 minutes.
Mini Primavera Flatbread 'Pizzas'
Miniature homemade flatbreads topped with a fresh pea and bean paste, cream cheese, grilled asparagus, and pea shoots.
Buttermilk Plum Pancakes
Whisk batter, stir in diced plums, and fry ladlefuls until golden. Serve sweet pancakes drizzled with honey.
Lamb and Potato Pie
A comforting lamb and potato pie with a golden shortcrust pastry lid, slowly simmered for a rich, tender flavor.
Orange, Cardamom, and Date M’hanncha (Snake Pastry)
Handmade filo pastry filled with almond, orange, and date cream, rolled into a coil and baked until golden and crisp.
Chicken in White Wine Sauce
Poached chicken served in a creamy white wine and egg yolk sauce, accompanied by smooth mashed potato and fresh parsley.
Beef and Ale Stew
A hearty, slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables, plum tomatoes, and pale ale, perfect with bread or mash.
Spinach and Taleggio Pizza
Homemade pizza dough topped with spinach, anchovies, taleggio cheese, and an egg, served with a fresh chicory salad.
Quick Pan-Fried Halibut
Spiced halibut steaks rubbed with ginger and garlic, lightly floured, and pan-fried until crisp and golden.
Turkey Meatballs with Spaghetti and Tomato Sauce
Low-fat turkey meatballs and homemade tomato sauce served over spaghetti, finished with fresh herbs and optional spices.
Beetroot Layer Cake
A savoury winter bake featuring layered beetroot, leeks, ham, and a cheesy béchamel sauce topped with parmesan.
Chicken and Mushroom Casserole
A comforting autumnal casserole featuring golden-brown chicken thighs and mushrooms simmered in a white wine and chicken stock sauce.
Burger with Mozzarella and Courgette Fries
Beef burger stuffed with mozzarella cheese served alongside crispy deep-fried courgette matchsticks.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gourmet cookies featuring a crisp exterior and chewy interior, made by chilling dough logs before slicing and baking until golden.
Fruity Beef Casserole with Parsley Dumplings
A slow-cooked beef stew featuring dried fruits, chestnuts, and red wine, topped with homemade herbed dumplings.
Salmon and Haddock Fishcake on Buttered Spinach with Sorrel Sauce
Flavorful flaked haddock and salmon fishcakes served on a bed of wilted spinach with a creamy sorrel sauce.
Tomato Sauce
A classic French tomato sauce made with pork, aromatics, and flour-style roux, slow-baked and then strained for smoothness.
Southern Fried Chicken
Authentic 48-hour brined chicken served with spicy pineapple coleslaw and homemade cornbread for a deep south flavor experience.
Breast of Lamb with Tartare Sauce
Slow-cooked, pressed lamb breast strips, breaded with mint and mustard, deep-fried until crispy, and served with a zesty tartare sauce.
Fillet of Beef with Two Horseradish Sauces
Pan-seared fillet steak served with a creamy horseradish sauce divided into plain and chive-infused variations.
Mint Lamb Chops Served with Pea Purée and Roasted Shallots
Lamb chops breaded with mint and parsley, pan-fried and served alongside a fresh pea purée and buttery caramelized shallots.
Paillard of Beef with Carrot and Potato Rösti with Carrot Sauce
Pan-fried beef fillet served with a crispy carrot and potato rösti and a creamy, strained vegetable-infused sauce.
Prawn and Smoked Haddock Omelette
A decadent seafood omelette topped with a rich Parmesan roux sauce, grilled until golden and served in slices.
Sausage, Bacon and Boiled-Egg Pie with Juniper Creamed Cabbage
A hearty pie using sausages, bacon, and eggs served with creamy juniper-spiced shredded cabbage.
Sweetcorn Fritter with Mango and Sweetcorn Salsa
Baked sweetcorn fritters made with a light egg-white batter, served alongside a warm, simmered mango and chili salsa.
Turkey Osso Bucco with Salsa Verde
Turkey thighs slowly braised in a rich casserole sauce until meltingly tender, served with a vibrant herb salsa verde.
Baked Celeriac and Crispy Duck Egg Salad
Slow-cooked celeriac accompanied by peppery watercress and a crisp deep-fried duck egg for a gorgeous vegetarian light meal.
Game Sausage Roll with Wild Mushrooms and Pickled Walnuts
Hearty game and pork sausage rolls served with a creamy mushroom purée, pickled walnuts, and fresh dandelion leaves.
Roast Salmon, Gnocchi and Chestnuts
Homemade gnocchi in a creamy chestnut and butternut squash sauce served with pan-roasted salmon fillets.
Roasted Pork Fillet Stuffed with Stilton
Pork fillets stuffed with Stilton and sage, pan-seared then oven-roasted and served with a white wine pan sauce.
Rabbit Casserole
A farmhouse-style casserole featuring rabbit marinated in white wine, garlic, and herbs, finished with savory anchovies and capers.
Pan-Fried Mackerel with Bretonne Sauce
Fresh mackerel fillets seasoned and pan-fried until golden, served with a rich, emulsified butter and herb sauce.
Seafood Chowder
A rich, creamy seafood soup featuring bacon, firm white fish, and mixed shellfish simmered with potatoes and fresh herbs.
Fatless White Sauce
A low-fat, creamy white sauce made by whisking flour into cold milk and simmering until thickened and smooth.
Rich Fruit Buttermilk Scones
Delectable fruit-filled scones made with buttermilk, sifted flour, and butter, baked until golden brown and served fresh with butter.
Steak and Kidney Pudding with Steak and Kidney Gravy
A classic British suet crust pudding filled with tender steak, kidney, and onions, served with a rich homemade gravy.
Crispy Tuna Fingers with Tomato, Courgette and Olive Compôte
Homemade breaded tuna fingers served alongside a vibrant Mediterranean-style vegetable compôte of tomatoes, courgettes, and olives.
Honey Glazed Gammon with Potato and Carrot Mash
Seared gammon steaks simmered in a cider and honey sauce, served with a chunky potato and carrot mash.
Honey-Glazed Gammon with Potato and Carrot Mash
Succulent gammon steaks simmered in a honey-cider sauce served alongside a vibrant, seasoned potato and carrot mash.
Maple Syrup Sponge Pudding with Almond Custard and Blueberry Compote
A moist steamed maple syrup sponge pudding served alongside homemade almond-infused custard and a fresh simmering blueberry compote.
Cheese Soufflé
A classic rich, cheesy soufflé made with a smooth béchamel base, parmesan, and whipped egg whites for a spongy texture.
Puff Pastry Pizza Bites
Bite-size pizzas with puff pastry bases featuring pesto tomato or prosciutto sour cream toppings, perfect for party food.
Lemon, Pancetta and Rosemary Chicken
Roasted chicken stuffed with lemon and herbs, featuring a mascarpone and pancetta layer under the skin with homemade gravy.
Peaches and Nectarines Crumble with Yoghurt Sorbet
A refined fruit dessert featuring stone fruits, almond crumble, fresh strawberry jelly, and a homemade creamy yoghurt sorbet.
Roux / The Basic White Sauce
A foundational white sauce made by combining melted butter and flour before whisking in milk or stock until smooth.
Chicken, Cider and Apple Casserole
A classic chicken breast casserole simmered with cider, apples, and root vegetables for a comforting family meal.
Salmon Parcels and Salad Dressed with Salmon Roe
Crispy fried filo pastry parcels filled with salmon, anchovies, and dill, served with a fresh watercress, rocket, and avocado salad.
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Soft Basil Tomatoes
Chicken breasts are flattened, breaded in Parmesan crumbs, pan-fried until golden, and served with grilled garlic tomatoes and fresh basil.
Fresh Turbot with Avocado and Mango Salad
Pan-fried turbot fillets served alongside a vibrant, zesty salad of diced avocado, mango, lime juice, and fresh chili.
La Gran Lasagna
Layer homemade meatballs, rich tomato sauce, four cheeses, and sliced eggs between fresh pasta sheets and bake until golden-brown.
Zuccotto al Limoncello (Upside-Down Cake)
A delicious Italian sponge cake dome filled with creamy ricotta, candied fruit, and chocolate chips, soaked in limoncello liqueur.
Tagliatelle with Sweet-and-Sour Sardines (Tagliatelle alle Sarde in Saor)
A hearty Venetian-inspired dish featuring marinated fried sardines, softened onions, and sultanas tossed with fresh homemade tagliatelle pasta.
Brisbane Prawn Soufflé
A delicate prawn soufflé featuring sautéed flamed prawns layered between a rich cheese and brandy infused base.
Crisp Camembert Wedges with Raspberry Sauce
Breaded camembert wedges deep-fried until golden, served with a sweet and tangy strained raspberry sauce.
Rhubarb Meringue Tarts
Shortcrust pastry shells filled with a zesty stewed rhubarb curd and topped with a sweet, golden-brown piped meringue.
Vegetable Scones
Savory scones made with leftover vegetables and mashed swede, perfect as an accompaniment to a warming bowl of soup.
Lamb Rissoles
Succulent lamb mince mixed with herbs and breadcrumbs, shaped into balls, dredged in flour, and pan-fried until golden brown.
Perfect Welsh Rarebit
A sophisticated take on cheese on toast featuring a rich beer, mustard, and cheddar sauce grilled on granary bread.
Spaghetti Cheese Soufflé
A unique vegetarian soufflé combining cooked spaghetti with a rich, cheesy béchamel sauce and airy beaten egg whites.
Turkey Legs Coq Au Vin
Slow-cooked turkey legs and wings with bacon, onions, and red wine, creating a rich and savory French-inspired poultry dish.
Chocolate Orange Sponge Cake
A three-tier chocolate and orange sponge cake filled with zesty cream and covered in rich dark chocolate ganache.
Eccles Cakes
Flaky puff pastry filled with a spiced currant and citrus mixture, baked until golden brown and dusted with sugar.
Apple and Thyme Tarte Tatin with Honeycomb and Walnut Ice Cream
Caramelized apples with fresh thyme baked under puff pastry, served with homemade honeycomb and walnut no-churn ice cream.
Baked Mushroom Rarebit with Apple and Tomato Chutney
Mushrooms topped with a rich Stilton and Cheddar rarebit mixture, served with a homemade apple and tomato chutney.
Beef and Ale Pie
A comforting classic featuring slow-simmered beef in rich ale gravy topped with golden, flaky puff pastry.
Chicken and Asparagus Quiche
A quick and easy quiche using leftover roast chicken and asparagus, perfect for lunch or picnics.
Chocolate Fondant with Poached Cherries and Chocolate Bar Ice Cream
Rich self-saucing chocolate puddings served with homemade peanut chocolate bar ice cream and sweet poached cherries.
Classic Lemon Tart
A light and easy dessert featuring a zesty lemon filling in a shortcrust pastry, topped with goat's cheese cream.
Classic Victoria Sponge Cake with Strawberry Jam
A classic British sponge cake filled with homemade strawberry jam, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, finished with icing sugar.
Crab Rarebit with Fries and a Little Gem Salad
Fresh crabmeat topped with cheesy rarebit sauce, served alongside crispy golden fries and a dressed Little Gem lettuce salad.
Dark Chocolate Tart with Turkish Delight
A decadent dark chocolate tart served with homemade rose-flavored Turkish delight and vanilla ice cream.
Fiery Pork Patties with Pickled Cucumber
Flavorful pork patties mixed with aromatics, shallow-fried until golden, and served with a refreshing, tangy pickled cucumber salad.
Ginger Parkin, Poached Rhubarb and Sweet Vanilla Cream
A spiced ginger sponge cake served with oven-poached rhubarb and a rich vanilla mascarpone cream.
Hot Chocolate and Macadamia Fondant
Indulgent chocolate fondants topped with macadamia nuts, served with spun sugar, chocolate glaze, and curved vanilla tuille garnishes.
Hot Chocolate Soufflé with Maple Syrup
Indulgent chocolate soufflés made with a thick roux base, maple syrup, and whipped egg whites, baked until perfectly risen.
Mozzarella-Stuffed Lamb Chops with Artichoke Ragout
Lamb cutlets stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella, and basil, breaded and fried, served with a fresh vegetable artichoke ragout.
Mutton Hotpot with Heritage Carrots
Traditional mutton and kidney stew topped with sliced potatoes, served with buttery simmered heritage carrots.
Picnic of Piccalilli, Ham, Anchovy Dip and Pork Pies
A comprehensive picnic spread featuring homemade piccalilli, boiled gammon, a creamy anchovy dip, pork pies, cheese, and fresh vegetables.
Ratatouille Tarts with Poached Eggs and Basil
Crispy puff pastry cases filled with fresh sautéed vegetables, topped with a tender poached egg and creamy basil hollandaise sauce.
Rhubarb Crumble
A classic rhubarb dessert roasted with ginger and topped with a golden-brown buttery crumble, served with double cream.
Smoked Mackerel Croquettes with Chilli Jam
Crispy smoked mackerel and potato balls served with a sweet and spicy homemade chilli jam blended with crème fraîche.
Stilton Rarebit with Tomato and Raisin Chutney
Stuffed mushrooms with a rich Stilton rarebit topping served alongside a homemade sweet and tangy tomato and raisin chutney.
Strawberry Christmas Cake
Layered sponge cake filled with homemade strawberry jam and cream, finished with textured Italian meringue and holly garnish.
Warm Anchovade with Radishes, Caesar Salad and Devilled Deep-Fried Whitebait
A sophisticated seafood platter featuring roasted garlic Caesar salad, warm creamy anchovade dip with radishes, and spicy deep-fried anchovies.
Caramelised Apricot and Sultana Tarte Tatin
A classic French-style upside-down tart featuring caramelised apricots, sultanas, and puff pastry topped with crunchy almond brittle and ice cream.
Cheese and Broccoli Soufflé
Whisk egg whites and fold into blended broccoli and cheese, then bake in ramekins until golden and risen.
Chilli Beef Meatballs in Tomato, White Wine and Romero Pepper Sauce
Spicy beef meatballs simmered in a rich white wine and romero pepper sauce, served with herb-infused basmati rice.