by MJF | Jul 29, 2025 | Bay Leaf, Hot Sauces, Italian, Italian, Mixed Herbs, Sauces, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Bolognaise Sauce (Ragù alla Bolognese) A rich and hearty meat saucerooted in the classic Italian tradition, slowly simmered with sofrito, beef,tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This version brings depth and authenticity whileoffering flexibility for modern kitchens.An...
by MJF | Mar 26, 2025 | French, Hot Sauces, Nutmeg, Paprika, Sauces, World Cuisines
Cheese Sauce Bechamel sauce with cheese and a touch of mustard. Wooden SpoonPot 2½ oz Butter2¾ oz Flour2 Pints Milk1 each Onion “Clouté” (a small onion with a bay leaf, studded with 3 cloves)1 Pinch Nutmeg1 Pinch Paprika1 Cup Cheddar Cheese (grated)1 Tbsp. Dijon...
by MJF | Sep 22, 2024 | Hot Sauces
Tomato Sauce for Pizza (uncooked) An alternative sauce with a fresher taste for pizzas. Mixing BowlGraterMeasuring Spoons 1 Tin Tomatoes, 400g (Diced, with juice drained)2 Cloves Garlic (grated)2 Tbsp. Olive OilHerbs of choice (Optional)Salt & Pepper to taste...
by MJF | Sep 5, 2024 | Bay Leaf, Hot Sauces, Oregano, Parsley, Sauces, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, World Cuisines
Bolognaise Sauce A meat sauce for pasta or to use as a foundation for other dishes. Cutting BoardCooks KnifeDutch OvenWooden Spoon 6 oz Olive Oil6 oz Butter2 Lb. Minced Lean Beef (Veal and Pork can also be used.)1 each Onion (finely chopped)2 Cloves Garlic...
by MJF | May 11, 2024 | Hot Sauces
Veloute Sauce A thickened savoury sauce – One of the foundation sauces 2½ oz Butter2¾ oz Flour2 Pints Stock (fish, chicken or veal, according to use)Salt & PepperNutmeg Melt the butter and add the flour.Cook gently without colouring for a few minutes until...
by MJF | Jul 21, 2020 | Basic Preparations, Bay Leaf, Hot Sauces, Parsley, Peppercorns, Sauces, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, Thyme
Fish Stock Fish Stock – A foundation of French cuisine Cutting BoardCooks KnifeLarge PotWooden SpoonFine StrainerLadle 2 oz Butter4 Lb Fish Bones1/3 pint Dry White Wine (optional)½ each Lemon (juice only)1 each Onion (roughly chopped)2 each Stalks Celery...
