Category Archives: side dish
Broccoli, almond and ricotta.
Saving money to start my ‘new life’ as a drifter has forced me to be even more frugal than usual, if that were even possible. Combined with the transition to cooking for one means my eating, and also cooking, habits have changed considerably. I no longer plan elaborate braised or roasted meat-heavy meals, switching instead [...]
Asian style fried eggs
Soft boiled eggs for breakfast with toast soldiers while convalescing or a greasy fried egg to cure a hangover. Little orbs of nourishment, eggs are the perfect comfort food. Easy to prepare and most of us always have a few lolling around in the fridge right now. So, why not tart up your fried eggs [...]
Silverbeet Gratin
Silverbeet, I think it is even better than spinach.
Recipes: Silverbeet Gratin
Zucchini Alla Scapece (Fried Zucchini)
Simple pleasures. Running into an old acquaintance and walking together to the train station. Home made yoghurt finally working! Shuffle songs on my ipod hand picking me the best to-work playlist imaginable, songs I didn’t even know that I wanted to hear. A visit from a friend who doesn’t care if your house is clean, [...]
Sauteed Beetroot Leaves with Anchovy and Garlic Breadcrumbs
Beetroot leaves betray the freshness of the bulb. Often the wilted specimens are removed. Best to buy beetroot with fresh leaves, but don’t throw them away!
Recipes: Sauteed Beetroot Leaves with Anchovy and Garlic Breadcrumbs