Author Archives: DemeterG

Shepherd’s Pie

  You’ve got to love a good Ol’ Shepherd’s Pie on a cold winter night. This recipe takes a bit longer than some that I have seen, but the flavour is so much better for the extra simmer time. This … Continue reading

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Custard Tart Brulee with poached dates and walnuts

This is another recipe from Gary Mehigan. This one takes a bit of preparation and cooking, but is a nice twist on a regular custard tart. The first time I made it I cheated and used a store bought pastry … Continue reading

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Chilli, Garlic Squid

I gave Gary Mehigan’s Chilli and Garlic Squid recipe to DB to have a go at, as calamari is one of his favourite foods. Not only did he cook it, he came home with two whole squid to clean and … Continue reading

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Chiang Mai Noodles

 This is my absolute favouritest dish that DB cooks Serves 4 Ingredients: 250g fresh thin egg noodles 2 tbs oil 6 red Asian shallots, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 – 2 small red chilies, seeded and finely chopped 2 – … Continue reading

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Roasted Tomato Soup with Parmesan Meatballs

This tomato soup is another MasterChef magazine recipe and was absolutely delicious and definitely worth the effort. B1 and DB have made it a second time and it was just as great as the first time. Serves 4 Ingredients: SOUP: … Continue reading

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