Roast Salmon with Asparagus and Hollandaise Sauce

I know technically we are at the end of asparagus season but I have noticed that there are still some bunches of Irish asparagus in the shops so I feel ok to post this. As you can probably tell from reading this blog, I am not the biggest fan of seafood. I do eat it, […]

Soy and Honey Glazed Salmon

Chrissy Teigen has a chapter in her excellent cookbook Cravings called “Things that Intimidate People but Shouldn’t”. Isn’t that the best title you’ve ever seen in a book? This chapter includes recipes for gnocchi, risotto, scallops and other seafood. One of the standout recipes is for Sweet Chilli and Mustard Glazed Salmon Fillets and that […]

Asparagus with Crispy Egg and Pancetta

… with Orange Hollandaise. Asparagus, egg and hollandaise – a classic combination. And it is a classic for a reason, it is such a delicious dish. Add in some bacon or smoked salmon and you have a very impressive starter, light lunch or brunch dish.

Sweet and Spicy Salmon with Mango and Avocado Salsa

I’m trying to vary my diet and introduce more fish into it. I’m getting there. And, let’s face it, if I put any more chicken recipes up here I’ll have to change the name of the blog to 101 Ways With Chicken! 

Grapefruit Avocado and Feta Salad

I know this recipe is something you’d expect to see during the Summer months. However there are days when it doesn’t matter how cold it is outside, you just want something light and fresh to eat. This normally happens to me after I’ve eaten all the butter and cream that I can get my hands […]

Chunky Guacamole

Due to a combination of being on holidays and extreme laziness, I have been very neglectful of the poor blog. I plan to put that right. Starting with this recipe for a fresh, tasty guacamole.

Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict is such an indulgent weekend treat, perfect for a lazy brunch. And treat is the important word, you can’t eat this kind of food everyday! The dish is made up of a toasted buttery breakfast muffin topped with ham or bacon, a perfectly soft poached egg and covered by a buttery hollandaise sauce.