Despite living up north for nearly 30 years, I have hardly visited the western Lake District. Mainly due to the time it takes to get there.Continue reading “A tick off the fabulist – visit St Bees”
Sweet potato with spiced lamb
I just love sweet potatoes and with the addition of spiced lamb is a marriage made in heaven.Continue reading “Sweet potato with spiced lamb”
Jerk cod with creamed sweet corn
Quick and easy to make. The corn is so delicious and would make a great side to any dish. I served it with roasted broccoli and green beans.Continue reading “Jerk cod with creamed sweet corn”
Canal boating
The northern part of the canal (Tewitfield to Kendal) was drained of water and closed in 1944. There was a severe leakage and it was filled in, also parts were blocked when the M6 were built. Continue reading “Canal boating”
Apple tart
Sat in the doctors surgery and flicking through a magazine and was inspired by a simple pudding. It helped that I had some leftover puff pastry from a pie I was making. Continue reading “Apple tart”
Happiness in a bottle
Living with anxiety is tough at times. There is never a specific trigger when I am feeling anxious or having a panic attack, just a bunch of little triggers that all add up. To what? To an anxiety attack. A big, huge, heart pounding, sweat inducing panic attack.Continue reading “Happiness in a bottle”
Lemon drizzle simnel slice
I love marzipan and the freshness of the lemon. Perfect with a cuppa. Continue reading “Lemon drizzle simnel slice”
Enchilada pie
I do love cooking veggie food and there is so much packed into this dish that you hardly miss the meat. Super quick to make too. It provides 4 of your 5 a day in one plate.Continue reading “Enchilada pie”
Blackened roast salmon with avocado & mango salsa
This is one of the nicest salmon dishes I have done. Super easy and packed full of flavour.Continue reading “Blackened roast salmon with avocado & mango salsa”
