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...
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 | 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 | Oct 9, 2024 | Nutmeg, Potatoes, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Starches, World Cuisines
Mashed Potatoes Simple but so good! Useful in many side and one pot dishes. Pot with LidWooden SpoonColanderRicer or Potato Masher 1½ lb. Potatoes (peeled and cut in half.)1 oz Butter2 oz Milk.Salt & PepperNutmeg Place the potatoes in a pan and cover with...
by MJF | Oct 9, 2024 | Starches
Dumplings for Stew – With Suet Light dumplings made with suet. Mixing Bowl 4 1/2 oz Flour and a little extra for forming the dumplings. (125 g)1 tsp. Baking Powder1 Pinch Salt1 Pinch Black Pepper2 1/2 oz Suet1 Tbsp. Parsley, chopped (according to preference.)3...
by MJF | Sep 18, 2024 | Side Dishes, Starches
Dumplings for Stew Light dumplings made without suet. Mixing Bowl 1 Cup Flour and a little extra for forming the dumplings. (150 g)1 tsp. Paprika1 tsp. Baking Powder1 tsp. Herbs (according to preference.)1 Pinch Salt1 Pinch Black Pepper2 Tbsp. Yoghurt1/2 Cup Water...
