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Colcannon & Croquettes | Irish Mashed Potatoes Done Right
Discover the joy of Irish Colcannon — Ireland’s beloved mashed potato dish — and give your leftovers a golden second life as crispy...
TJ Holyoake
Jun 273 min read


🍋 Easy Mediterranean Chicken & Rice | No-Stress, Full-Flavour Dinner
Golden, crispy chicken thighs. Tangy lemon slices. Briny olives. And a bed of fluffy rice that soaks up every drop of flavour. This...
TJ Holyoake
Jun 132 min read


Dutch Oven Pot Roast
Get ready to fall hard for this deeply flavorful Dutch Oven Pot Roast — slow-roasted chuck beef, caramelized root vegetables, and a...
TJ Holyoake
May 313 min read


Chicken & Mushroom Pasty - Handheld Savory Pie
C raving something golden, flaky, and stuffed with pure comfort? This Chicken & Mushroom Pasty is your new go-to. Packed with tender...
TJ Holyoake
May 243 min read


Salisbury Steak
Step into the kitchen with me as we cook up a dish that’s steeped in history and smothered in rich gravy — Salisbury Steak. Forget what...
TJ Holyoake
May 102 min read


Hungarian Goulash
Hearty. Rustic. Soul-warming. This traditional Hungarian Goulash is more than just a stew—it's comfort in a bowl. Made with tender chunks...
TJ Holyoake
Apr 263 min read


Chicken Cacciatore
Surrender to this rustic Chicken Cacciatore, featuring tender, seasoned chicken thighs gently browned and juicy. This classic Italian...
TJ Holyoake
Apr 53 min read


Chicken Adobo with Coconut Milk - Adobo sa Gata
Transport yourself to a warmer climate and sandy beaches with this Filipino-inspired delight featuring tender chicken pieces braised in a...
TJ Holyoake
Mar 72 min read


Bolognese sauce
A delicously rich and hearty meat sauce made with ground beef or a blend of pork, sautéed with onions, celery, and carrots. Simmered in...
TJ Holyoake
Feb 222 min read


Coq Au Vin | Chicken in Burgundy Wine
D elight in this traditional French dish, Coq Au Vin, where tender chicken is slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, velvety red wine...
TJ Holyoake
Feb 13 min read


Meatloaf - A succulent staple
Tender ground beef & pork mixed with finely chopped onions, minced garlic, and aromatic herbs, bound together with milk-soaked bread and...
TJ Holyoake
Jan 182 min read


Chicken Piccata - Seriously Simple
Tender chicken breasts are lightly dredged in flour, pan-seared to a golden brown, and then simmered in a zesty lemon-caper sauce. This...
TJ Holyoake
Jan 42 min read


Creamy Polenta Parmesan
Give yourself a treat with this classic Creamy Parmesan Polenta. Made from coarse cornmeal, this dish is cooked to perfection with just...
TJ Holyoake
Jan 41 min read


Chicken & Rice Soup
A one-pot wonder. This soup is a delightful blend of warmth and freshness, perfect anytime or for when you’re feeling under the weather...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Turkey Chili
A Turkey Chili that is also quick, healthy, and hearty. This dish features lean turkey, kidney beans, tomatoes, and bell peppers, all...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 14, 20242 min read


Beef & Onion Cornish Pasties | Hand-pies
Dive into this easy recipe. Classic British hand-pies filled with tender chunks of beef and sweet caramelized onions, all encased in a...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 9, 20242 min read


Danish Meatballs - aka Frikadellar
Danish meatballs, known as Frikadeller, offer a delightful culinary experience. During my recent visit to Copenhagen, I had the pleasure...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 24, 20242 min read


The Best Tomato Sauce - Slow Cooked - 5 Hours
Ah, I understand the skepticism—it sounds like tending to a baby for five whole hours! Bless those parents indeed. But fear not, dear...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 24, 20243 min read


Pork Loin Braised in Milk
When you first combine all the ingredients in the pot, it creates a beautiful tapestry of colors and textures. But after 90 minutes, you...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 24, 20242 min read


Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff: a dish so fancy, it sounds like it should come with a side of ballet tickets. Originating from Russia in 1871, this...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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