by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | Appetisers, Basil, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Lemon Basil Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Crushed Hazelnuts Light and tender ricotta gnocchi are tossed in nutty brown butter infused with lemon basil, then topped with toasted hazelnuts and fresh herbs. Elegant and aromatic, this dish highlights basil’s...
by MJF | Jun 27, 2025 | Basic Preparations, Basil, Cold Sauces, Dips & Dressings, Italian, Mediterranean, Pasta, Sauces, World Cuisines
Classic Basil Pesto A vibrant, flavour-packed pesto made with fresh basil, parmesan, garlic, and pine nuts—this classic Italian sauce comes together in minutes and yields a full pint. Perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on bread, or freezing in small...
by MJF | Jun 21, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Parsley, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Sherry, and Thyme A beautifully simple yet flavourful dish that celebrates the sweet acidity of tomatoes, the depth of sherry, andthe herbaceous charm of thyme. Balanced with sautéed mushrooms and finishedwith a light touch...
by MJF | Apr 15, 2025 | German, Nutmeg, Pasta, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Starches, World Cuisines
Spaetzle – German Egg Noodles Traditional German egg noodles with a soft, dumpling-like texture. Perfect as a side or main dish, served buttery or with cheese and rich sauces. Mixing BowlWooden SpoonLarge PotBoard to scrape, spätzle press or colanderFrying Pan 4...
by MJF | Mar 26, 2025 | Bay Leaf, Main Courses, Mixed Herbs, Nutmeg, Paprika, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Beef Lasagne Layers of pasta, baked with meat and cheese sauces. Cutting BoardCooks KnifeDutch OvenWooden SpoonPotsDeep Baking Dish 1 each Packet Lasagne Pasta SheetsFor the Meat Sauce6 oz Olive Oil6 oz Butter2 Lb. Minced Lean Beef1 each Onion (finely chopped)2 Cloves...
by MJF | Mar 9, 2025 | Italian, Main Courses, Pasta, Seafood Main Courses, World Cuisines
Spaghetti Fruiti di Mare A luxurious seafood pasta dish featuring lobster, babyclams, mussels, and baby scallops in a rich tomato sauce infused with herbs andchili. Cutting BoardCooks KnifePot with LidColander 400 g Spaghetti1 each Lobster (pre-cooked, meat...
