Miriam

Moussaka

There is a bit of work in this recipe but I love moussaka so much I happily undertakeit! I freeze some portions for busy days when I don’t have time to cook.Serves 6-8 Ingredients 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium aubergine, slices into 5mm rounds 1 medium courgette, sliced at an angle into pieces 5mmContinue reading “Moussaka”

Scones

These scones are a delicious mid-morning or afternoon treat. I love to servethem with strawberry jam and whipped double cream. I make a half batch if it’sjust us and a full batch if we have guests.Makes 8 Ingredients For the filling: 450g plain flour or 350g plain flour and 100g wholemeal flour 15g baking powderContinue reading “Scones”

Buttermilk Pancakes with Roasted Rhubarb (UK recipe*)

*This recipe was tested using a UK brand of buttermilk, St. Ivel’s. I have found that the type of buttermilk I use in Ireland has a different consistency so requires an adjustment – use 300ml of buttermilk and 200g plain flour instead. This is a delicious and seasonal breakfast, perfect for a special Valentine’s treat!Continue reading “Buttermilk Pancakes with Roasted Rhubarb (UK recipe*)”

Roasted Aubergine and Chickpea Harissa Stew

This makes a delicious and comforting dinner. I mix lemon zest, pomegranate seeds and chopped coriander through some cooked couscous to serve with this dish.Serves 4 Ingredients 50g ginger, peeled and roughly chopped 2 onions, peeled and roughly chopped 2-3 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped 28g pack fresh coriander 1 tablespoon of coriander seedsContinue reading “Roasted Aubergine and Chickpea Harissa Stew”

Tortilla Chips and Guacamole

This is a great way to use up any corn tortilla wraps that you have leftover aftermaking enchiladas . I freeze the wraps until I need them.Serves 1-2 as a snack or starter Ingredients For the tortilla chips 2-3 corn tortilla wraps 1 tablespoon olive oil For the guacamole 1 ripe avocado 1-2 teaspoons redContinue reading “Tortilla Chips and Guacamole”

Mexican Chipotle Stew

This a delicious smoky and spicy stew. I like to serve it with some rice andguacamole. The amount of chipotle paste and chilli powder can be adjusted toyour taste. Serves 4-5 Ingredients 2 onions, peeled and roughly chopped 2-3 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped 28g pack fresh coriander 1 tablespoon of coriander seeds 1Continue reading “Mexican Chipotle Stew”