Vegetarian Cottage or Shepherd’s Pie

    This is a vegetarian twist on the Cottage Pie, or Shepherd’s Pie. Some people refer to this vegetarian variety of the pie as a ‘Shepherdless Pie” (I guess the name “Cottageless” didn’t have the same appeal, and I certainly hope there are no shepherds in the pie). The brief backstory is that the […]

Cranberry and Herb Couscous Salad

      This is a very tasty salad that is quick to prepare. The cranberries give it a little extra taste and texture boost, and the addition of these was Mum’s invention. We have found that this salad combines very well with left over roast vegetables. The ingredients and preparation are very similar to […]

Pumpkin and Beet Couscous with Spiced Chickpeas

    This is a tasty vegetarian dish.     PUMPKIN AND BEET COUSCOUS WITH SPICED CHICKPEAS     400g can chickpeas, rinsed, drained 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon chilli flakes 500g pumpkin, peeled, cut into 1cm cubes ½ cup mixed seeds (such as: sesame, pumpkin, pinenuts, […]

Potato and Pea Curry

    This is a great recipe to make when you have a busy week ahead and want to have pre-prepared meals for several nights. This Potato and Pea Curry keeps well in the fridge and it is nice to know that dinner is ready-made and just needs heating up. This would also keep well […]

Roast Vegetable Couscous Salad with Pinenuts

  This is a great way to use leftover roast vegetables. Ours were from the Christmas Day roast dinner. This is a cold salad, so it is quick to make – just chop up the roast vegetables from the fridge. It is also a very tasty salad, and Mum and I enjoyed it very much. […]