by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Cinnamon, English, Kids Cookery, Pastry, Spices & Herbs, Sweets & Candies
Sugary Cinnamon Toast Fingers A warm, crispy, sweet treat just like Granny made…Great with some hot chocolate! Small BowlGrill or Large Frying Pan 2 slices White or Wholemeal Bread2 teaspoons Unsalted Butter (softened, but not melted)1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar½...
by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines
Grilled Polenta with Creamy Mushroom and Tarragon Sauce Golden slices of firm Grilled Polenta form the base of this elegant vegetarian dish, topped with a creamy Mushroom and Tarragon sauce enriched with white wine and cream. Finished with a garnish of Tomato...
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 | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, Vanilla
By Mark J French | www.chefsnotebooks.com A British chef’s irreverent, delicious take on US Independence Day — with historically inspired recipes from the Revolutionary era and a little poetic flair. And in that spirit……. “Why did the American...
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 23, 2025 | Main Courses, Mediterranean, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Clove Smoked Breast of Duck with Date & Orange Jus This dish balances the rich, gamey flavour of duck with the warm intensity of clove and the natural sweetness of dates. A gentle cold-smoking infuses the duck with spice before pan-searing, while a reduced...
