New inspiration

It surprises me how, although major ingredients don’t really change, you can create variety in daily cooking by trying other combinations. Suddenly I have 5 new magazines and thus, cooking pleasure is guaranteed.For 2p, steam 500 grams of chopped broccoli and 300 grams of cleaned and halved Brussels sprouts until al dente.Use a pan witch … More New inspiration

Canned artichokes ?

Fresh artichokes are superb, but canned artichokes can be a perfect alternative for a lazy day or when baby artichokes are not available. Prebake a ready made puff pastry (make a few holes with a fork) in a cake form covered with firmly pressed baking paper in the oven at 180° for approx 10 mins. … More Canned artichokes ?

All-in one dish

Is there a better way to guarantee a healthy meal than use the oven and mix all ingredients together? It saves you time, offers loads of possibilities and above all there is hardly any after-work. For 2p, 500 potatoes, 1 large bell pepper, 4 large carrots, 2 apples, 1 large red onion, 4 garlic cloves … More All-in one dish

Surf and turf

Put 100 grams of halved cherry tomatoes on baking paper with a drizzle of olive oil and some dried oregano. Cut a good quality chicken in parts. Keep the breast (with skin) and store the other parts in the freezer. Cut 4 smaller potatoes in Hasselback-style. Put on baking paper. Add some sea salt and … More Surf and turf

Pasta with Sicilian meat balls and courgettes are a delight in your mouth after a few hours drive

The body guard of the house, our French bulldog Pillo, is really ill. We brought him to a wonderful animal clinic in Pistoia, 1h40mins drive from Siena. For his recovery he needs to eat, and most important of all, he needs to know that we haven’t abandoned him. It’s a question of organization to prepare … More Pasta with Sicilian meat balls and courgettes are a delight in your mouth after a few hours drive