A lovely, chunky soup which tastes superb – the sweet, nutty taste of the artichokes combining beautifully with the other vegetable and herbs. Adding the bread and cheese topping is optional but turns the dish into a substantial lunch and makes it look even more special. Any reasonable strong cheese, that melts well, would be a suitable substitute for the Red Leicester. Mature cheddars and Gruyère are particularly good.
Recipes Archive
Beth’s Midweek Curry
This is my midweek curry recipe. No fuss or messing around – quick prep and into the casserole dish, then into the oven, or slow cooker, leaving time to get out of the kitchen to finish off a few jobs before dinner is ready!
Sausage Casserole
My take on a French cassoulet!
Beetroot Loaf
This loaf is quick and easy to make. Great sliced and spread with butter!
Borsch
Borsch soup has been a staple menu item on the tables of Eastern Europe for centuries and is made using a wide variety of different vegetables. The version made with beetroot, which originated in the Ukraine, is the one with which we are most familiar in Britain.
Chocolate Beetroot Muffins
Although this may sound like a bit of a strange combination, the beetroot and chocolate complement each other perfectly! A great packed-lunch treat, the muffins store and freeze really well.
Mayonnaise
I’m so grateful to my friend Lucy for teaching me to make mayonnaise so many years ago. Every time I make it I think of her and being able to make your own seems so much more useful these days. It’s the perfect addition to pasta salads, sandwiches, dips……….or just as a huge dollop on the side of the plate with your homemade potato wedges!
Yorkshire Puddings
Yorkshires are usually popular with the whole family and really complete a Sunday roast! This recipe has never failed me. Just make sure that the oil is really hot when you pour in the batter.
Flapjack
A sweet treat that’s quick and simple to make! I use this basic recipe and add all sorts of other ingredients to make different types. Have a look at the bottom of the page for some ideas!
Orange & Lemon Peel Marmalade
This delicious marmalade recipe was sent in to us by a customer and is a great way to use up the peel of oranges, leftover after juicing or using the flesh in other recipes.