You want mac & cheese… oh but you shouldn’t (for some reason)… but with this recipe, you absolutely should! It’s made with little to no fat/oil, it has vegetables in it, it’s all in one pot and takes no time at all. The concept is simple and based upon this recipe; you’ll basically cook the pasta in…
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Crispy Tofu
I cannot take credit for this method. I learned it from Kip and this recipe for tamarind coffee fried tofu (which in itself is super delicious and I urge you to try it). She opened my eyes to the proper preparation of tofu. If you want crispy tofu that is super delicious, you have to…
Pasta e Zucca: Easy Pumpkin Pasta
I love the colour orange. I have to restrain myself from buying orange coloured clothing. It’s a problem. I know. During Autumn, I can buy all sorts of orange foods and that makes me extremely happy. And the best one to buy is pumpkin, also known as winter squash. One of my favourite dishes as…
Neapolitan Classics: Summer Berry and Fruit Salad
This is the simplest, quickest yet most impressive informal dessert (and perfect for picnics). I’ve never met anyone who didn’t like it. I learned it from my Mum and it’s a staple on Neapolitan tables throughout the Summer. You will use up whatever berries you have on hand, whether strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, cherries and so…
Cheesy Marrow and Chickpea Hot or Cold Soup
Marrows are a type of squash/gourd. They originated in South America and, in the Summer, they are ubiquitous in the UK. They have bright, shiny green skin (stripy, usually) and a tender and very tasty interior. They tend to be huge (picture giant courgette/zucchini) and are inexpensive. This soup is tangy, savoury and satisfying. It…
The Easiest and Creamiest Mac & Cheese
I have been experimenting with, what to me is, a revolutionary cooking method for pasta that uses the gluten released by the pasta as a creaminess enhancer. I was inspired to try this method by a fellow vegan whose details I’ve now misplaced and by preparing my Lady Assassin Spaghetti. As you will see from…
Courgette Noodles with Lemon-Avocado Pesto (and What does Pesto Mean Anyway?)
It has been hot in London lately and firing up anything is not an option I wish to contemplate. But still, it doesn’t mean one must sacrifice taste. The Italian word pesto has a number of meanings, but in the culinary sense, it means to reduce chopped ingredients into a poultice. The ingredients per se don’t matter,…
Vegan Fish Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potato Top
Fish pies in Britain have their origins in the Christian practice of “fasting” days, particularly during Lent, when “fasting” did not necessarily mean not eating, rather it meant not eating meat. Fish was the substitute for those who could afford it. Traditional fish pies were made with rosewater, sugar, spices and wine. Thankfully, this fish…
Adventures in Foraging: Wild Garlic Risotto
Wild garlic, or ramsons or bear garlic or bear onion, grows in the woodlands in Europe and has a distinctive garlicky scent. It’s pretty wonderful to come upon it while out for a walk… you will smell it before you see it! Just be warned that the scent will make you very hungry. Be sure to read up…
Broccoli-Cauliflower Penne with Dill Mayonnaise
This is an easy (cook all in one pot), indulgent (well, it has mayo!) and very tasty dish. Don’t be afraid to make your own mayonnaise. It is super easy. And… if you don’t want to indulge in mayo, that’s ok too. You can, instead, replace it with a bit of olive oil. Recipe after…
