It's back to basics with this classy Spiced Ricotta Honey Toast
Simple ingredients are cleverly combined to create this truly divine eating experience. Creamy ricotta spread over crusty toasted bread, topped with honey and garnished with lightly roasted and crushed fennel and coriander. For those who like a little extra kick, a pinch of chilli flakes can also be added.


Ricotta and Honey A match made in heaven, you will find many recipes combining the two ingredients for dips, desserts, and even toppings for pizza. Ricotta's thick and creamy texture and mild, slightly nutty taste make it neutral enough to pair with both sweet and savory ingredients.
What type of honey is best
When it comes to wanting delicious sweet syrupy honey, the most easily available brands will do. But just to note, most supermarket brands are pasteurized, with some continuing added sugar which results in a loss of natural nutrients. Raw honey is the purest form of honey, bypassing filtration and holding on to its natural nutrients and health benefits.

Fennel Honey Fennel Honey, although quite rare, is a real thing. Honeybees are very attracted to the beautiful yellow flowers of the fennel plant and use them for nectar. Fennel seeds are highly aromatic and have many medicinal and therapeutic benefits. So combining fennel seeds and honey for this lovely Spiced Ricotta Honey Toast is a winning combination for taste and health.
To make this recipe you will need:

Crusty white bread or sourdough
Ricotta cheese
Honey
Fennel seeds
Coriander seeds
Chilli flakes

Preparation: You can find the complete list of ingredients and cooking instructions in the original recipe here: 
Spiced Ricotta Honey Toast

Not only does this pasta look like the Italian flag, it seamlessly combines classic Italian flavours with pure class
Everyone loves a good pasta dish and with thousands of pasta recipes to choose from or create yourself it's almost impossible to get bored of cooking and eating it. Whether it's simple parmesan and oil spaghetti (Cacio e Pepe), fresh seafood, garden vegetables, tomato sauce or meat ragu, you are at any point in time ready to fall in love all over again with a bowl of it.
Therefore this Pesto Confit Tomato and Burrata Rigatoni is undoubtedly a classy celebration of some of the most well-known and loved Italian ingredients - basil pesto, burrata cheese, oregano, olive oil, caper berries and of course, tomatoes.

What is Rigatoni Pasta? Rigatoni is a large tube-shaped pasta defined by recognizable ridges rolling down their length. These ridges all in all make a great adhesive surface to grab onto sauces and grated cheese more easily.
The ends are cut square (as opposed to penne which has a diagonal shape). The pasta takes its name from the Italian word  rigato  which means 'ridged' or 'lined'. Rigatoni is most commonly served in the South of Italy, especially Sicily.

Confit cherry tomatoes with infused olive oil
This is a really handy recipe that can be used multiple times for multiple meals. Juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic and thyme are slowly simmered in olive oil to produce to most intense flavour bomb that any tomato could hope to achieve

Pesto, burrata, oregano and caper berry pasta sauce Three very classic Italian ingredients harmoniously combined with juicy confit tomatoes to really make this pasta the ultimate Italian dish. Whilst eating you will notice the varied textures in your mouth - the thick satisfying bite of rigatoni, juicy popping cherry tomatoes, soft umami garlic, creamy milky burrata and the perfect sharpness of caper berries cutting through and cleaning your palette.



For this recipe of Pesto Confit Tomato and Burrata Rigatoni you will need:

Rigatoni pasta
Basil pesto
Confit tomatoes
Burrata
Salt flakes
Caper berries
Fresh oregano leaves

Preparation: You can find the complete list of ingredients and cooking instructions in the original recipe here: 
 Pesto Confit Tomato and Burrata Rigatoni

What to gift a friend who loves food?
A tasty homemade food gift is a present that everyone loves and appreciates. When packaged, wrapped, and presented in a special way, edible Christmas presents can feel much more meaningful to the receiver than a standard shop-bought present.
Something sweet, salty, spice-infused or a combination of all three. From flavored salt, spice blends, negroni-infused jam, or a mouth-watering salted caramel whiskey drink, the best way to make this festive season enjoyable is to cook your own presents and be proud to give these kind thoughtful creations to the ones you love and care about.
Smoke Salt
Flavored salt is a fast and clever way to add an instant flavour boost to an array of dishes and it’s also a great edible gift during the festive season. Sprinkle meats, seafood, soups, boiled and roasted potatoes, oven fries, eggs, tomatoes, sour cream, yoghurt, guacamole and much more. Recipe for Smoke Salt here:
Mulled Wine Syrup
Mulled wine syrup, a concentrated version of the original recipe, can be stored in the fridge and used to create a single glass, two glasses, or even 6 in less than 5 minutes. A great alternative to making a whole bottle batch at once and easier to serve a crowd of friends who all desire separate drinks. A festive gift that's meant to be shared. Recipe for  Mulled Wine Syrup here:
Negroni Marmalade
You might think every time you open your fridge door this Negroni Marmalade is winking at you, inviting you to dip your knife in generously… and you are right!  A gift that gives and gives, with sticky, fudgy rind pieces suspended in a crimson-colored orange and grapefruit jam, gin, vermouth and Campari adds plenty of scentful citrus aromatics. Recipe for  Negroni Marmalade here:
Pear Date and Tamarind Chilli Chutney
Pear Date and Tamarind Chilli Chutney has a festive feel and taste that can be enjoyed all year round. A handy gift due to its long shelf life, this sweet salty, sour and slightly spicy chutney is delicious served with cheese and will keep in the fridge for up to one year. Recipe for Pear Date and Tamarind Chilli Chutney here:
Salted Caramel Whiskey
Savor every sip of this rich, sweet and salty liquid caramel drink infused with a whisky of your choice. What was supposed to be a decadent tray of salted caramel fudge failed and somehow found its way into a blender with half a bottle of whisky. Turns out it's the most impressive gift to give a friend or loved one that enjoys a sweet nightcap after a good meal. Recipe for Salted Caramel Whiskey here:
Party Nuts
During the festive season, Party Nuts are an essential go-top snack for guests enjoying a drink and waiting for the main dish to be served. Alternatively, you could choose not to share them and eat them all yourself. Recipe for Party Nuts here: 
Lychee Ketchup
A fragrant sweet, salty, spicy and sour sauce that adds curiosity and interest to any dish it joins. It might seem an unusual mix, adding lychees to tomato sauce, but the combination produces an outstanding tongue-tingling effect that pairs harmoniously with seafood, chicken and pork. A Christmas gift to spark creative ideas in the receiver. Recipe for Lychee Ketchup here:
Madras Curry Blend
Madras curry powder adds a hot, earthy flavour with a floral touch to an array of dishes. From forming the base of a curry, spicing stews, or even used to sprinkle over fried eggs or roasted potatoes, this homemade spice mix is a great gift for any passionate home cook. Recipe for Madras Curry Powder here:
Beer Whiskey Onion Jam
This bombastic jam packs a huge punch, even in small doses and is begging to be smothered over steaks, inside burgers, toasted between oozing melting cheese sandwiches or served poshly over cheese and crackers. Anyone who receives a jar of this jam will be asking for the recipe. Recipe for Beer Whisky Onion Jam here:
 
 
 Full article here: Delicious Impressive Edible Christmas Gifts  

Experience the beautiful flavours of this Buttery Parmesan and Sage Pearl Barley, a dish you'll want to make all season long Pearl barley is a wonderful substitute for rice; hearty, filling and with a warm comforting earthy flavour. Cooked in chicken or vegetable stock to enhance its flavour, it is pan-fried with butter and parmesan, then topped with crispy sage and burnt butter. Autumnal flavours at their best. How long do you cook pearl barley? Simply boil water and add barley, return to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and continue to lightly boil for 30 - 35 minutes. The barley should be cooked through but with a slight al dente chewy bite. What is burnt butter? Burnt Butter ( beurre noisette  in French), is regular butter that has been cooked to the point where water has evaporated and the natural milk solids in the butter turn golden brown. This produces a rich deep nutty toasty flavour which is delicious for drizzling on grains, bread, pasta, fish and much more.
For this recipe of Buttery Parmesan and Sage Pearl Barley you will need:

Pearl barley
Powdered chicken stock (or a cube).
Grated parmesan
Butter
Marjoram
Sage leaves
Salt and pepper
Extra grated parmesan for garnish

Preparation: You can find the complete list of ingredients and cooking instructions at the original recipe here:  Buttery Parmesan and Sage Pearl Barley 

The feeling and flavours of summer rolled into one (or two) mouthfuls
These beautiful fragrant Vietnamese pork skewers are delicious cooked on a BBQ or at home on your stove-top griddle pan.
Juicy and full with fresh Vietnamese flavours of ginger, garlic, lemongrass, red chilli, lime juice, mint and coriander. Bright refreshing flavours that are reminiscent of summer days and nights.
Combining Pork and Chicken
Chicken mince can be paired with pork for extra flavour but only when using chicken thigh meat. The natural fat in chicken thighs will keep the skewers nice and juicy.


Nuoc Cham and Peanut Curry Satay Dipping Sauces
Nuoc Cham is a common name for a variety of Vietnamese Dipping sauces that are served regularly on the side of meat and seafood dishes. It combines flavours that are sweet (honey or sugar), sour (lime juice), salty (fish sauce), savoury (crushed garlic) and spicy (fresh red birds eye chilli). It makes for a very tasty addictive sauce.
Peanut Curry Sauce is a classic satay sauce with the added touch of curry powder. It pairs beautifully with Nuoc Cham.


Other Serving Suggestions
Another way to serve these Vietnamese Pork Skewers is to arrange them on a serving platter or plate and pour nuoc cham sauce over the meat, allowing it to soak in a few minutes before serving. The sauce marinates the meat resulting in super juicy multi-layers of flavour.

For this recipe of Vietnamese Pork Skewers with Nuoc Cham you will need: 

Pork mince
Egg
Panko breadcrumbs
Lemongrass 
Garlic
Green chilli
Spring onions
Ginger
Soy sauce
Fish sauce
Sesame oil
Coriander
Mint
Salt and pepper

Dipping Sauces

Lime Wedges
Nuoc Cham dip sauce
Peanut Curry Sauce


Preparation: You can find the complete list of ingredients and cooking instructions at the original recipe here:
Vietnamese Pork Skewers with Nuoc Cham
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Fondue, one of Switzerland’s best inventions, is the perfect dip to go with these delicious homemade oven fries.
Forget deep-frying, these hand-cut fries are seasoned with salt, onion and garlic powder and rolled in a flour mixture to make them extra crispy. Baked in the oven until crunchy on the outside and fluffy in middle, they have a comforting flavour without being drenched in oil.
How to eat Hand Cut Chips with Fondue Dip
Great for sharing with friends over a beer or as a decadent Sunday afternoon lunch. Once you start dipping, you won’t be able to stop.
To make this Hand Cut Chips with Fondue Dip recipe you will need:

Potatoes
Flour
Cornflour or potato flour
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Sea salt flakes
Vegetable oil

Fondue Dipping Sauce

Garlic
Gruyère
Emmentaler
White wine
Cornflour
Lemon juice
Nutmeg and pepper

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