by MJF | Dec 24, 2025 | Basic Preparations, Christmas, Holidays, Mixed Spice (Baking), Spice Blends & Seasonings, Spices & Herbs
Mixed Baking Spice Blend A useful mixture to keep on hand for cookies and various uses to add background flavours Small Mixing Bowl 2 Tbsps. Ground Cinnamon2 tsps. Ground Allspice2 tsps. Ground Nutmeg1 tsp Ground Cloves1 tsp Ground Ginger1 tsp Ground Coriander1...
by MJF | Dec 24, 2025 | Baking, Christmas, Cookies, German, Holidays, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Pfeffernüsse Spice Cookies Classic German Pfeffernüsse are small, aromatic spice cookies traditionally enjoyed during Advent and Christmas. Fragrant with warm spices, honey, and a gentle heat from white pepper, these cookies mature beautifully over time and develop a...
by MJF | Dec 22, 2025 | Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Sorrel, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Escalope of Salmon with Sorrel Sauce (Saumon à l’Oseille – Troisgros Style) A landmark dish of modern French cuisine, this escalope of salmon with sorrel sauce exemplifies the Troisgros brothers’ philosophy of precision, restraint, and freshness. Lightly cooked salmon...
by MJF | Dec 13, 2025 | Caraway Seeds, German, Main Courses, Pork Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Caraway and Apple Sauerkraut with Grilled Sausages A vibrant, Central European–style dish pairing warmly spiced caraway and sweet apple sauerkrautwith perfectly grilled sausages. The gentle acidity of the sauerkraut is softened with onions, apples, and a touch of...
by MJF | Dec 7, 2025 | Basil, Beef Main Courses, Main Courses, Mint, Salads, Spices & Herbs, Vietnamese, World Cuisines
Vietnamese Beef Salad with Mint, Basil and Fish Sauce Dressing A vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese-style salad built around thin slices of seared beef, fresh mint, Thai basil and crisp vegetables. The fish sauce, lime and chilli dressing brings balance, fragrance and...
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...
