Category Archives: vegetable
Asparagus, from garden to plate 1
Asparagus seems to divide the population. Some love this quick growing sprout and will eat it fresh from the ground as a delicacy (me), others despise the mere thought of it. Perhaps scarred from one too many servings of putrid canned asparagus?
Recipes: Asparagus – from garden to plate #1, Asparagus frittata, asparagus and ricotta tart
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 [...]
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
