I love the transition of an (almost) empty fridge followed by a weekly refill. Certain basic ingredients are always available, such as nuts, asian products, peanut butter, tahini, butter, parmesan etcetera. Before making my weekly shopping list, I check what’s left ( don’t forget to check the storage now and again). Often there is enough … More Empty fridge recipe
Still cooking passionately, although it could seem like I’m not. This one is too perfect not to share. I was inspired by Georgina Hayden’s new book ‘ Greek, recipes for every day ‘. My version is, of course, a bit ‘healthier 😀. Eggplant is an awesome ingredient, but you have to prepare it with care … More Tarte tatin with eggplant 🤩
Although even in the world of ‘fruit and vegetables’ seasons become more and more confusing, I try to cook with local and thus seasonal products. I surely don’t have to explain how all those winter ingredients influence our intestinal motility and flatulence🙃 and how welcome this Friday evening’s meal is : tagliatelle with oven baked … More So happy to see them 💓
Honestly, only few people don’t like pasta cacio e pepe. Some people can’t eat it because of the cheese ( lactose), but let’s not consider them. If you prefer more vegetables, then this version is perfect to reach your vegetable quote. For 2p, chop a medium sized cauliflower in roses and cubes ( don’t forget the … More Cacio e pepe with vegetables
Remember : fabulous, delicious, colorful, fusion, healthy, preferably vegetarian = docV style. I love organizing dinners which includes : decide the menu, make a shopping list after checking the storage, plan the preparation in order to be completely ‘ready’ before the guests arrive and to enjoy the evening with them around the table. Once we … More I love to cook for the ‘funky ladies’😉
Filter on vegetarian, healthy, good-looking and delicious….this recipe will be on the list, thanks to Jamie Oliver’s cookbook ‘One simple one-pan wonders’. I’m sorry, Jamie, I change the amount of each ingredient and use farro instead of basmati. For 2p you need 600 grams of fresh portobellos, 1 bunch of radishes, 100 grams of fresh … More This recipe looks great
Obviously I am a fan of beetroots. Tonight I will mix beetroots, sweet potatoes, orange and pomegranate seeds. While using the oven for another meal I precook the beetroots. Wrap the washed beetroots ( total weight 800g) in aluminum foil, individual packaging). Add 1-2 unpeeled garlic cloves each, a bay leaf and a drizzle of … More Such beautiful colors
After 5 weeks of traveling to Belgium, to South Africa , back to Belgium we are finally back home. It was a real intense time, in a positive way. Coming home includes lots of laundry and, of course, filling an empty fridge with good food. I’m pretty convinced the Irma and her family were happy … More Do you like beetroot? I do!
We enjoy the long Italian summer. Weekends are so much more relaxed if you can spend time outside, especially when you have a pool A ‘bloody mary- shrimp salad is more than welcome to finish a peaceful Sunday. Mix 1 large table spoon of concentrated tomato puree with 2 teaspoons of Worcester sauce, 2 teaspoons … More Still summer
Every single day I enjoy my afternoon teatime with something extra. A cookie is enough on (most) weekdays, but often not on weekend days 😉. Today we had late breakfast and late lunch, but still towards 16.30 I decided to prepare an afternoon delight. Last week I ‘consulted’ the summer editions of my favorite cooking … More Lastminute decisions
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