by Admin | Sep 22, 2012 | Fish, Food, Main Courses, Seafood
This is a version of the classic dish, Lobster Thermidor, it is really delicious and easy to make. It can be eaten alone or with a green salad, or can be served with plain boiled rice. _______________________________________ Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking time : 20...
by Admin | Sep 20, 2012 | Entrées, Food, Soups
A quick, tasty and easy soup that can be served chilled or hot as a starter. _______________________________________ Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking time : 50 Minutes Level: Easy _______________________________________ INGREDIENTS: 4 large red peppers 1 finely chopped...
by Admin | Sep 18, 2012 | Baking & Snacks, Desserts, Food, Traditional French
Cannelés Bordelais, as the name might suggest are a speciality of Bordeaux. Traditionally they are flavoured with vanilla and rum, although I have had them delicately scented with lemon and orange – lovely with a coffee, whilst awaiting the train in the...
by Admin | Nov 20, 2011 | Vegetables
Gratin Dauphinois Level: Very Easy Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: About 1 hour This is a classic French vegetable dish which is tasty and very easy to prepare. The secret with a Gratin Dauphinois is to ensure that the potatoes are cooked well enough as...
by Admin | Nov 20, 2011 | Food, Main Courses, Traditional French
Ox tail is a cut of meat that is often overlooked, but which is delicious when cooked slowly. There are two fairly good rules of thumb, as far as cooking goes: * The quality of the wine used in cooking should be as good as that which you would choose to drink –...