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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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


Bakewell Tart - Almond & Raspberry!
Raspberry + Almond + Pastry = Pure Deliciousness Picture this: 1840s England, where culinary accidents were the original reality TV....
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read


Marry Me Chicken 🙏
Picture this: a culinary masterpiece that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also wins hearts faster than Cupid on a caffeine high....
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read


Banana Cream Pie
Summer time treats! This dessert is a flavorful treat that can enhance any meal, practically qualifying as a health food with its fruit...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read


Beef Bourguignon
Ah, beef bourguignon—it's like the French decided to take a bottle of Burgundy and say, "Let's make this even better by adding beef!"...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20244 min read


Double Chocolate Fudge Cookies
These chocolate cookies are nothing short of heavenly, a divine indulgence. Imagine a texture so velvety, it becomes a vehicle for the...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read


Sea Scallops with Risotto Parmesan and Spinach
Imagine a plate of perfectly seared sea scallops, their golden-brown crust giving way to tender, succulent centers. Resting atop a bed of...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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Divine Raspberry Cream Pie [No-Bake]
This no-bake dessert is silky smooth in texture, with a light and creamy filling that contrasts beautifully with the firm crumbly crust....
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20241 min read


Chicken Pesto Meatballs
Chicken pesto meatballs are a delightful blend of ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic pesto. These succulent...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20241 min read


Chocolate Pie - No bake - 20 Minutes
Indulge in a layer of velvety chocolate nestled atop a buttery, crumbly crust. This simple to make chocolate dessert is a symphony of...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20241 min read


Tomato & Roasted Garlic Tart
Indulge in this simple roasted tomato tart, where ripe tomatoes meet the rich flavor of roasted garlic, all nestled on a flaky, buttery...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read


Dog Treats - Peanut Butter Treats & Pumpkin Treats. Simple and Dog Approved!
I had the most discerning guest judge in the universe to evaluate my treats—a dog with a palate so refined that it once turned its nose...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read


Italian Sausage & Polenta Broil
A comforting dish featuring sweet & spicy Italian sausage nestled on a bed of polenta, all topped with a rich tomato sauce. Crowned with...
TJ Holyoake
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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