Butternut Squares

This recipe dates back at least 50 years for me. I’m pretty sure it was one of the first things I ever baked from start to finish without help. An easy bar to make, with ingredients that are usually on hand, this is perfect for when you’re short of time. Regardless of how long ago…

Roasted Cauliflower Soup

During a busy week in a restaurant kitchen, I was checking the walk-in cooler doing the order for the following week. I came across three big cauliflowers that for some reason hadn’t been used. As the weather was rainy and cool, I decided to roast all the cauliflower and make soup. It sold out the…

Cranberry Gratin for Two (Gluten-free)

Sometimes it is just wonderful to share a pretty dessert with someone special. Serve it with a dollop of orange crème, and maybe some candied orange peel to make it even more special.

Orange Crème

Whipped cream flavoured with orange syrup, perfect to accompany desserts with cranberries, chocolate, almonds etc.