by MJF | May 2, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Rice, Rice Main Courses, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Mushroom & Parmesan Risotto with Thyme and Brown Butter A deeply savoury risotto built on layered mushroom flavour, enriched with Parmesan and finished with nutty brown butter. Dried porcini stock intensifies the base, while fresh thyme lifts the richness, creating...
by MJF | Feb 16, 2026 | French, Savory, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Starches, World Cuisines
White Beans with Savory & Garlic Tender white beans gently warmed with olive oil, garlic, and fresh savory — a traditional preparation found across French and Mediterranean kitchens. Saute Pan 2 Cups Cooked White Beans (drained (400 g))2 Tbsp Olive Oil (30 ml)2 Cloves...
by MJF | Dec 28, 2025 | Asafoetida, Cumin, Indian, Main Courses, Potatoes, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Vegetables, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Aloo Gobi with Asafoetida and Cumin A classic North Indian vegetable dish where potatoes and cauliflower are gently cooked with cumin, turmeric and a restrained touch of asafoetida. Hing adds savoury depth and aroma, transforming simple vegetables into a deeply...
by MJF | Nov 21, 2025 | Mexican, Paprika, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Starches, World Cuisines
Mexican Black Beans with Chorizo & Epazote A deeply savoury, smoky, fragrant pot — ready in 25 minutes. Frying Pan 150 g Fresh Chorizo (crumbled)1 each Small Onion (finely diced)2 cloves Garlic (minced)1 each 400g tin ( Black Beans, drained but not rinsed)200 ml...
by MJF | Oct 26, 2025 | Chervil, English, Main Courses, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Vegetables, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Roasted Autumn Vegetables with Chervil Cream A vibrant medley of roasted autumn vegetables — squash, pumpkin, pearl onions ,red pepper, and wild mushrooms — finished with a velvety chervil cream. A refined yet comforting seasonal centrepiece, ideal for both elegant...
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 Cups...
