Category Archives: Main Dishes

Crockpot Ham and Easy Potatoes Au Gratin

Posted on 2009/11/10 by Gabi

Cook a small shank end ham in a crockpot and then glaze it in the oven while you cook some easy potatoes au gratin and steam some marble sized brussels sprouts- and voila  you have an easy and comfortingly great dinner! … Continue reading →

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Patatas Bravas & King Crab Cakes for Tapas plus Pom Sangria

Posted on 2009/09/09 by Gabi

We enjoy the small plate style of Tapas now and then and two of our favourite dishes are Patatas Bravas and Crab Cakes. While it’s lovely to go to Meditrina or Martine Cafe (two of our favourite local tapas restaurants) and order many small … Continue reading →

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Fresh Corn and Shiitake Mushroom Quiche

Posted on 2009/08/09 by Gabi

I find this a very satisfying way to make use of the fresh corn available at the farmers’ market or if you’re lucky your own back yard during the summertime. The cornmeal in the crust adds a bit of crunch … Continue reading →

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Thanks to Buitoni and Foodbuzz and Congratulations to the other winners!

Posted on 2009/06/16 by Gabi

  Remember this dish? Well I’m excited to send a great big “Thank you” to Buitoni and Foodbuzz  for picking my recipe for Manchego Mornay Sauce over Wild Mushroom Agnolotti as a runner up winner in the Buitoni Riserva Pasta … Continue reading →

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