Marconi Tomato sauce

I found this 100 year old recipe from Bobby Flay’s Throwdown cookbook and gave it a try . It was coupled with the meatballs , which I did not try as I have my own mum’s family recipe I always use . This sauce was as good a sauce as I have ever tried . [...]

The best ever Mac and Cheese

This is an old fashioned recipe with a modern twist . Often I have eaten overly sauced macaroni or really dry, this recipe solves both those issues . I also love the combination of sharp cheddar and the creamy taste of Monterey Jack . This recipe can be altered to be slightly lower in fat [...]

Mom Leuang Neuang’s Famous Satay

I have no idea who Leuang Neuang is , or who’s mother she is , but , lucky for all she has a fabulous Satay recipe , courtesy of David Thompson . This recipe can be prepared with chicken or pork , both works really well and served with a chilli and shallot sauce or [...]

Pan Fried Lamb Chops with Harissa

Lamb chops are a favorite in my family and I am always looking for new ways to shine light on gamy tasing meat . Harissa , is a spicy  Middle Eastern condiment which , in this interpretaion includes store bought roasted red peppers , just a delicious addition . I always keep this sauce on [...]

Chili sweet soy

This is an indispensible Thai mulipurpose sauce . It is easy to prepare with several easy to find ingredients , its great served with grilled or fried foods . Once prepared it can be stored , thightly covered in the refridgerator for up to 2 weeks . 1/2 cup soy sauce 3/4 cup packed brown [...]

Roasted Snapper with Tahini Chilli sauce

Here is a fresh and hhealthy approach to Lebanese cooking . The snapper is first roasted with some aromatics and then dressed with a slightly spicy creamy sauce made with Tahini paste , a sesame seed paste so flavorful you will forget its good for you. This makes a great week night supper as it [...]

Jalapeno Onion Marmalade

This great smoky spicy sauce is a great accompiniment for any grilled or pan roasted meat, I even love it on a roll up with grilled vegetables and some queso fresco. Gourmet Makes 2 cups 11/4 lbs red or yellow onions , chopped fine ( I like a mixture of both) 3 tbs olive oil [...]

The best Asian style Barbecue Sauce

Barbecue is so great any time of year. During the coldest winter months I use thinner cuts of meat , Fish or Tofu and pan fry them , basting with the sauce as I go along. This sauce was originally called ” Merchant’s Barbecue Sauce ” from Christina Arokiasamy. It freezes very well and can [...]

Perfect Peanut Sauce

I am ALWAYS in pursuit of a great peanut sauce and , believe me , if you have the time , this is worth the effort . I generally double the recipe and store it in cup measures in the freezer. It freezes very well and , even though , the reccomended freezing time is [...]

Sundried Tomato and Chipolte Pesto

2/3 cup Sun -dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained reserving the oil 3/4 cup fresh parsley 1/2 cup pine nuts 2 shallots, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 canned chipoltes in adobo sauce, rinsed 2 tablespoons lemon juice,fresh please olive oil salt and freshly ground pepper garnish:sliced black olives Put [...]

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