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Nature's Larder It's about this time of year in Somerset that Bramley apples have a habit of appearing on doorsteps .. less cherry knocking, more apple knocking. You certainly can't walk through a Somerset village at this time of year without tripping over a box of Bramley apples. Left hopefully outside a gate with a little handwritten note inviting you to take a few, they're one of my favourite signs that the seasons are beginning to shift. This hearty potato salad is my wa

A silky tomato soup made with cupboard staples ... There are recipes that are planned for days, and then there are recipes that appear because it's lunchtime, you're hungry, and the cupboard happens to be well stocked. This Creamy Vegan Tomato & Butter Bean Soup belongs firmly in the second category. A tin of tomatoes. A tin of butter beans. A squeeze of tomato purée, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, a generous shake of spicy garlic Italian seasoning and enough vegetable stock

Discovering a local smokery can transform your meals, especially when you find smoked belly pork that tastes exceptional. This Smoked Belly Pork with Braised White Beans in Cider dish combines the rich, smoky flavour of belly pork with tender white beans braised in cider and stock. The result is a comforting, hearty meal that brings out the best of both ingredients. Whether you live near the Somerset levels like us, or elsewhere, this recipe offers a simple yet impressive way

Seafood chowder often feels like a weekend luxury, something that takes hours to prepare and is best enjoyed slowly. But what if you could make a rich, smoky, and satisfying seafood chowder in just 30 minutes? This recipe proves it’s possible. Using simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can have a comforting bowl of chowder ready to warm you up on a busy weekday evening. This chowder combines the smoky flavour of streaky bacon with the fresh taste of white fish an

When it comes to holiday meals, the side dishes often steal the show. Among them, theses fries hold a special place in our house, especially when they are crispy, flavourful, and a little bit indulgent. These skin-on fries topped with parmesan and truffle oil bring a luxurious twist to a classic favourite. They pair beautifully with rich mains like my Christmas Ginger & Mustard Ham, adding texture and a burst of savoury goodness to your festive table. This recipe focuses on a

🎵 Reasons to be cheerful 1, 2, 3 🎵 ... but wait there's more ... 4, 5, 6, 7 layers of loaded nacho goodness ... tortilla chips layered with spicy chorizo sausage, which has been gently fried with some red onion, lots of melty cheese, refried beans, jalapeno's, salsa and sour cream and a sprinkling of coriander ... Mmmm ... shall we add some more of that layering? Oh go on then, I do so hate it when the topping is gone before the rest of the tortilla chips ... Then a fina