Soup !

Soup !

It’s a SOUP er kind of day! Soup the humble, comforting bowl of soulful food we all need right now.   Economical, frugal, fridge raiding and a few spare minutes can reward you with delicious, healthy and warming goodness. For many of us, 2021 didn’t quite...
Gazpachos.

Gazpachos.

Gazpachos, get refreshed. When fruits and vegetables are at their full summer ripeness, it’s delicious to use them in their raw state, to get all the goodness and vitamins.  Creating, refreshing Gazpachos can tick that box.   Gazpachos Most people will know...
Go Bananas!

Go Bananas!

Banana & Sultana Bread. We always have bananas that have gone over, but for this recipe that is perfect, all is not lost.  In fact now I keep all my over ripe bananas in the freezer, here I can just grab one out, to make into the quickest natural ice-cream, just...
Muchos mangos !

Muchos mangos !

Mango chutney ! The Axarquia in Andalucia where La Rosilla is situated has become over the last few years the perfect location in the lowlands along the rivers to grow Mangos. The subtropical climate in the area is ideal for these luscious fruits.  They hang from the...
Autumn Chutney.

Autumn Chutney.

With the abundance of fruit and vegetables that are available in the Autumn, it is a joy to preserve them for winter days.  Chutney recipes are a perfect way to create comforting, spicy and delicious accompaniments to many dishes.  Cold meats, cheese, roast meats and...
Lettuce and peas ! A comforting recipe

Lettuce and peas ! A comforting recipe

Lettuce is not just for salads 😉 This comforting recipe is a perfect side dish to any roast meats or fish, adding a fresher and lighter option.  Braising lettuce and peas in a light stock brings out wonderful flavours of these delicate ingredients. Braised lettuce...