Contents of the 'recipes: Soups & Sauces' Category'

Humus

Wednesday, August 16th, 2006

Humus (Hummus, or Humous) is a popular dip in Greece, Turkey, and many other countries around the Middle East, made from Chickpeas with Tahini (creamed Sesame Seeds).

We had this on our honeymoon (in Crete) and loved it with the best crusty bread available. This recipe is the closest we can find to the authentic Greek taste.

Pumpkin Soup

Tuesday, August 15th, 2006

This is a recipe designed to sum up the deeply autumnal tones and flavours of North America in the Fall (Autumn, to the English!). With this, as with many soups, if you find the soup is too thin, cook gently for longer and the soup will reduce. If it is too thick, add more stock - but remember this is a thick, hearty soup!

Salsa

Tuesday, August 15th, 2006

This is a beautiful and simple salsa, which is a perfect accompanyment to our Fajita Recipe. This is probably the easiest salsa to make, and is even fresh enough to enjoy with a salad.

Guacamole

Tuesday, August 15th, 2006

Fresh Mexican Guacamole is a delicious accompanyment to our Fajita Recipe, but equally, can be eaten as part of a summer salad. It is incredibly healthy, and is very refreshing on a hot summers day. This is probably the easiest Guacamole Recipe in the world, but the most delicious!

Cullen Skink

Tuesday, August 15th, 2006

Scottish Cullen Skink is a throwback to the days when fish was readily available, and cheap. This, as with much other internationally renowned dishes, was originally cheap peasant food. Using mainly leftover vegetables and smoked fish (which enjoys a longer life then fresh) this was and is a perfect warming winters dish. Perfectly enjoyed sitting [...]