Earlier today I was browsing the cook books in Borders while waiting for Mr. Munro. This recipe for a vegetarian Nicoise-type salad caught my eye and I decided I'd make my version for dinner. Ingredients: 1 cup cous cous 1 cup boiling water knob of butter or a little...
I love chocolate cake and tried this new recipe last week. It was moist and delicious, and I was very pleased with the final result. 1 Tablespoon instant coffee granules ¾ cup water 2 cups white sugar 1 ¾ cup plain flour ¾ cup cocoa powder 2 teaspoons vanilla essence...
I have a terrible sweet tooth. I blame my father. He's always liked anything sweet ranging from dessert to cakes and sweets. It would be much easier if I hadn't inherited this gene, but I try to control myself as much as possible. My father is a farmer. He's worked...
This recipe is taken from one of Jo Seagar's cookbooks called Jo Seagar Cooks and as the title states, the quiche is very easy to make. It's the perfect thing for a summer picnic, unexpected guests or a quick weekend dinner. 4 eggs 1 1/2 cups grated tasty cheese 1...
My husband made these little chocolate mousses last weekend. They were quick and easy to make and delicious! Here's the recipe: 75 g dark chocolate, chopped and melted. (Use ordinary chocolate rather than chocolate with high cocoa content) (2.5 oz) 2 eggs, separated...
I've always wanted to make gingerbread men and finally got around to it this weekend. They were surprisingly easy to make and, once the dough is made, children of all ages would have fun rolling out the dough and cutting out the gingerbread men. The perfect activity...
One of author Jenyfer Matthews' resolutions for 2010 is to try a new recipe each month. I thought it was a great idea, so I'm doing the same thing. This is my recipe for January---easy and healthy ice cream. Easy Ice Cream Ingredients: One banana per person (not over...
I have a special guest today--Alisha Rai who is celebrating the release of her new book Cabin Fever. Like many writers Alisha is an avid reader and this started her journey to published author. Today she's talking about weather, seasons and yummy treats. I definitely...
You might have seen this recipe on the loops recently. 5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE 1 Coffee Mug 4 tablespoons flour(that's plain flour, not self-rising) 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons baking cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons chocolate...
