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Kohlrabi Gratin

Kohlrabi.  Strange name, strange shape but fantastically tasty vegetable. I fell in love with kohlrabi after the first time I bought one from a farmer’s market.  I had no idea what to do with it at the time, but it has since become a favourite vege during the cooler months. Despite looking a lot like [...]

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Chilli con carne

Don’t let the long list of ingredients put you off this chilli recipe.  It is easy – just needs a bit of chopping and a lot of time.  I always think it is best a day or two after its been made when the flavours have really had some time to do their thing.  This [...]

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Pasta con vitello and porcini

  What is it about slow cooked meals that is so synonymous with comfort?  I love a dish that simmers away, slowly releasing its layers of flavours whilst wafting amazing aromas throughout the house to remind you what is in store later.  This veal and porcini sauce recipe calls for not one but two bottles [...]

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