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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
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Coffee Cake with Bourbon Maple Glaze
Indulge in this tender and moist coffee cake, made with rich sour cream for a velvety texture. Each slice is infused with subtle hints of...
TJ Holyoake
Jan 112 min read
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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
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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
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Chocolate Eclairs - Pate Choux
Indulge in freshly baked eclairs, with this uncomplicated and misunderstood choux pastry. Each eclair is dipped in rich dark chocolate,...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 28, 20243 min read
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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
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Royal Icing & Marzipan
Indulge in the delightful combination of smooth marzipan and glossy royal icing. Marzipan, made from finely ground almonds, [store bought...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 15, 20242 min read
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Christmas Cake
This reminds me of my mother and sister, a traditional Irish Christmas cake. Indulge in the festive spirit with this wonderful, rich and moist cake infused with the warmth of Irish whiskey (or your choice of brandy or rum). This tempting holiday treat is packed with a delightful mix of raisins, candied fruit, and zesty citrus, perfectly spiced with a blend of mixed spice and nutmeg. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, complemented by the sweetness of dark brown sugar and the
TJ Holyoake
Dec 15, 20243 min read
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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
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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
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Lemon & Lavender Butter Cookies
These delightful little treats embody the essence of Spring, offering a delectable dance of buttery shortbread infused with fragrant...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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Pumpkin Spiced Banana (Nut) Bread
Pumpkin Spiced Banana Bread with Maple Glaze combines the familiar comfort of banana bread with autumn's pumpkin spice. Ripe bananas...
TJ Holyoake
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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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
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Lemon Curd - a simple pleasure!
With just a handful of ingredients, you'll have this masterpiece ready faster than you can say "pucker up." Slather it generously on...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 24, 20242 min read
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Pâté de Poulet - simple chicken liver pate!
I was a young boy in Ireland, when my aunt introduced me to pate. I loved it at first bite. Through the decades, nothing has changed, I...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 24, 20242 min read
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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
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Apple Flip - Apple cake slices - So easy!
Apple Flip is a quick and delicious recipe my mother could make in five minutes, yet it tastes like a more complex dish. This 90-year-old...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 24, 20242 min read
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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 23, 20242 min read
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Victoria Sponge Cake - Afternoon Tea Tradition
Behold, the illustrious sponge cake, a British classic that has been delighting taste buds since the 15th century and became a staple of...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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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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