Chutney

Because when you decide all of the figs need to come off the tree NOW, you immediately acquire a completely different problem: a fig glut ... There are worse problems to have, admittedly. A basket overflowing with fat, ripe figs is a rather beautiful sight. Right up until you realise that there are only so many figs you can eat warm from the tree, only so many you can tuck into a tart, and that the fruit bowl is beginning to look less like an invitation to dinner and more li

Slow-cooked pork shoulder in Somerset cider, with sweet apples, fennel and mustard There are recipes you plan days in advance, and then there are the ones that happen because you've got a pork shoulder in the fridge and a bottle of cider sitting on the worktop. This was one of those. I'd been making chutney, which left me with cider, and suddenly the idea of putting that cider into a slow-cooked pork shoulder seemed far more sensible than drinking it while I decided what to d

There are certain combinations that arrive in your kitchen and make you stop for a minute. Greengages and gooseberries were one of those ... Sweet, fragrant greengages on one side, sharp little gooseberries on the other, and suddenly I was wondering what would happen if I stopped thinking about them as two separate fruits and let them get themselves into a little bit of trouble together ... The answer, as it turns out, is chutney, and not just any chutney ... This is a Hot Gr

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As the summer sun shines brightly and the days stretch longer, we all crave a taste of the season. One of my favourite ways to capture that essence is by making a delightful Apple, Pear, and Green Grape Chutney. This chutney is much more than just a condiment; it’s a burst of flavour that can elevate any dish, from grilled meats to cheese platters. Let’s explore how to create this delicious summer treat! The Magic of Chutney Chutney has a rich history in Indian cuisine, where

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Vegetarian - Vegan This week in the Garrett household has been a whirlwind of excitement. After two decades of dreaming, heavy hints to the husband, laced with lots of build your own videos wafted hopefully under his nose, I can finally say, I’ve got one! That’s right, we have a brand-new pizza oven, and the excitement in the air is electric. The Surprise Gift Picture this: I’m lounging in the living room, one eye glued to the TV and the other on my phone, when my husband wa