A one pan vegetarian supper from the inspired ” The Green Roasting Tin” by Rukmini Iyer. In this recipe the polenta is baked rather than first cooked on top of the stove.
Saganaki is a Greek dish which is often made using Halloumi cheese. This is very good served with some fresh ripe figs, apricots or grapes, together with some crusty bread to mop up the juices. The recipe is from ” The Art of the Larder” by Claire Thomson.
An easy and delicious version of this Greek way with prawns from ” The Art of the Larder” by Claire Thomson. Serve with plenty of crusty bread to mop up the lemony prawn juices.
This is a delicious first course or light main showcasing lettuce for the warmer months. Simon Hopkinson describes it as ” Coronation Chicken made with prawns, but every bit as good, if not more so.” It’s from his book ” Roast Chicken and Other Stories: Second Helpings “. Serve with plenty og good brown bread and butter. There will be ” essence” left over which can be kept in the fridge for a few weeks.
A favourite way to use these lettuces from ” Roast Chicken and Other Stories: Second Helpings ” by Simon Hopkinson. He says that these are very good served with the gentler flavoured game birds such as partridge or pheasants.
Duck eggs are rich and creamy, and make the best scrambled eggs. This can be served for breakfast or brunch, or even for a light evening meal. The recipe is from ” Sirocco” by Sabrina Ghayour.
Kuku is the term used in Persia for egg based frittata type dishes and there are several versions to try. They make a very good picnic dish and can be served hot, warm or at room temperature. I used yellow courgettes in the version in the picture. The recipe is from ” Sirocco” by Sabrina Ghayour.
These little meatballs can be made ahead of time for an easy light lunch. SErve with salad and Catalan tomato bread. The recipe is from ” Simple Food” by Jill Dupleix.
A jazzed up version of cheese on toast from ” Caravan : Dining All Day” by Miles Kirby, Laura Harper-Hinton and Chris Ammermann. The jam can be made up to three weeks in advance and stored in the fridge, making this easy to make on the day. Use a good sourdough bread and flavourful cheddar.
A good mash to serve on the side with some sausages, grillede bacon or grilled chicken. You can also make Double Cheese Mash by scooping the mash into an ovenproof dish , scattering with a good handful each of Parmesan and fine breadcrumbs, then baking in a very hot oven until the top is golden and fairly crisp. The recipe is from ” Real Food” by Nigel Slater.
