Whenever we mention pie in this house everyone gets a big smile on their face and there is definitely a bit of excitement about it. Sweet or savoury pie, doesn’t really matter. This classic whole family pot pie includes lashings of minced lamb with beautiful sweet greens such as leeks, spinach and silverbeet. The spices…
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Continue ReadingNot long ago my brother came to visit, and we had a hankering for some bread with meat and olives, as you do. But sadly we didn’t have any bread and no-one could be bothered to go to the shops. Challenge accepted! Time to head to the cupboards and whip up an oh-so-easy-peasy olive and…
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In the heart of Italy, Tuscans accompany meats with lashings of fresh herbs and vibrant vegetables. I’ve taken those ingredients and made a lamb meatloaf packed with delicious flavours. Traditionally lamb is not on the table of Italian dining, however we always favour lamb over beef or pork in our household, so chose to use…
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Growing up we often had a hearty soup with lentils, usually made on chicken stock, and invariably with a Middle Eastern feel. The one I most loved was a minted yoghurt and lamb meatball soup. But since I no longer eat any dairy food that one is off the table. So now I take inspiration…
