With the economy the way it is, making your own protein bars makes a lot of sense. Also, this way you will know exactly what has gone into them. And, they have a very short ingredient list compared to some commercial ones. The chocolate is totally optional in my opinion, but it does make them … Continue reading Protein Bars

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This recipe for ravioli con burrata looks complicated. But it comes together quite easily, and the results are worth the effort. The colour of the pasta comes from the black garlic that I used to make the ravioli. Skip ahead to the recipe for Ravioli Con Burrata Getting things right When we were in Italy … Continue reading Ravioli Con Burrata

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Jamie Oliver described this carrot gazpacho as being refreshing, surprising and vivacious in his recipe book, Eat Yourself Healthy. I decided to try it as Dave made such an amazing ajoblanco, which I loved. And, as promised, this was a beautiful cool soup. For someone who does not enjoy fruit in savoury dishes, the grapes … Continue reading Carrot Gazpacho

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May 2026 was brutal! The month started off quiet and calm. I flew back from Johannesburg on the 1st and Dave and I spent the long weekend doing as little as possible. The following Saturday we celebrated my aunt’s 70th birthday. This was special for many reasons, but mostly for seeing all of my cousins. … Continue reading May 2026 Showcasing In My Kitchen

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Rocket’s Red Glare opening lines: Sergeant Jeff Carnes sat paralyzed in the passenger seat of the smoldering Humvee, slowly regaining consciousness after the concussion of the RPG. My blurb: Nat Phillips is the right person, in the right place, not once, but twice. First in Baghdad, then in Nantucket. The company he works for has … Continue reading Rocket’s Red Glare, James Patterson

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Like Jamie, many of us are asking the same questions. How do we help our bodies be the best they can be? What do we need to do to maintain a healthy weight? How do we sleep better? How do we support our immune systems so they can protect us from common illnesses? And ultimately,  … Continue reading Eat Yourself Healthy, Jamie Oliver

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Tuck this recipe for Easter bread away for next year, and bake it on the first morning of your long weekend. It will not keep well, so make sure you have people to share it with. Skip ahead to the recipe for Easter Bread Baking up a storm Every now and then, the baking bug … Continue reading Easter Bread

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26 Beauties opening lines: Tina Barnes turned the key to the BMW X3. All she got was a series of clicks. “Awffffuck the Bavarian Motor Works!” My blurb: Something is leading Detective Lindsay Boxer to believe that two seemingly unrelated cases are indeed connected. And, in the midst of her investigation her friend Cindy is … Continue reading 26 Beauties, James Patterson

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I print recipes on a whim, to make during December, when time is on my side. But, last year I did not make many recipes, so I do not have that much ready to go. With that in mind, I am working my way through quick and easy recipes. This one for spiced almond biscuits … Continue reading Spiced Almond Biscuits

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In The Big Tasty Bite, Lila says that this Tuscan chicken bake is packed with flavour. And she is right! It is easy to prepare ahead of time, and I am going to make this for when we are on the barge in France in September. You can serve this with pasta, rice, mash or … Continue reading Tuscan Chicken Bake

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