Almost makes it self…..this Chilli Lemon Ginger Chicken seems to work for the fussiest of eaters. I’ve never made a secret of the fact that I struggle with getting Skater to eat the things he really should. He is too old now for me to punish him and I can only hope that his tastebuds…
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Fast Barbecue Chicken Kebabs
If you have not yet encountered my Barbecue obsession…then hello and welcome to it. I was gifted a fantastic barbecue by my sister and although we have not yet invited anyone else to partake Skater and I have enjoyed a lot of barbecues so far. It’s been a long hot January for me. It started…
Rosemary Parmesan Chicken & Eggplant
You will love this Rosemary Parmesan Chicken & Eggplant. It makes a great family dinner and bakes in just one pot. I can’t possibly tell you all of the fantastic things I have in my kitchen. Like you, I’d imagine , I have been showered with love and the generosity of others and I am…
Tortilla Chicken Lasagne
This Tortilla Chicken Lasagne / Pie looks good doesn’t it? It is or rather was. I am sure one of these has been made somewhere sometime, but I got the idea from Skater. I asked him what he wanted for dinner. He said Tortillas ..Oh no wait, maybe pie. Can I have a Tortilla Pie? Of…
One Pot Mushroom Chicken with porcini for a quick dinner
Porcini mushrooms will have you craving this One Pot Mushroom Chicken. It is a little bit creamy and comforting and it’s made in just one pot. You can get Porcini mushrooms at any good grocery store, and I promise you will be very happy you did. This easy dish is loved by all. I want…
One pot African Chicken, Spinach and Peanuts
This rich and delicious one pot African chicken dish has everything you’ll need for a tasty warming dinner baked in the oven. I have used whole chicken on the bone, it has more flavour and stays juicy. But you could use boneless thighs too. The dishes drive me crazy. Yes, everyone has them, but we…
Fregola with Braised Chicken Tomato Carrot Sauce
Fregola with Braised Chicken After a 1 1/2 years I had 7 day break last week. A bit of rest, a new environment and the company of friends I don’t see a lot. It took me most of that time to unwind from getting ready to go. Now that I have a school leaver, he has his…
Chicken Parmesan Red Pepper Pie
Quick Chicken Parmesan Red Pepper Pie made with BBQ chicken When I was a young apprentice I would like to say that I worked in a really amazing restaurant but I worked at the Westpac bank. It was then called the “Wales Bank” and now the ANZ. There were a number of kitchens, all catering…
Chicken Cakes Tahini, Mint and Preserved Lemons
Chicken Cakes Tahini, Mint and Preserved Lemon makes a great weeknight dinner that’s easy and very delicious I am not very good at throwing parties. I can cook till the Cows come home but don’t ask me to be the social director. On Skaters 9th birthday, some friends of mine arranged for him to have…