by familycookbook | Apr 13, 2019 | Main Course
The aubergine makes these koftas rich and moist. Cook the aubergines on an outdoor barbecue, instead of the oven, to lend them a smoky flavour, if you like. Total time: 1 hour 30 minutesServes: 4 Ingredients 3 aubergines (750g), cut in half lengthways 90ml olive oil...
by familycookbook | Mar 24, 2019 | Soups
This tasty Greek dish reminds me of a hearty fish soup and is a real taste of the sea Total time: About 1 hourServes: 4 Ingredients olive oil 2 onions , peeled and roughly chopped 4 sticks celery , trimmed and roughly chopped 5 cloves garlic , peeled and roughly...
by familycookbook | Mar 23, 2019 | Desserts
The best, Easy Soft Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies with simple steps and ONE added ingredient for a soft and chewy experience in LESS THAN 15 minutes! Total time 30 mServes: 18-20 cookies Ingredients 1/2 cup (4 oz | 125 g) stick butter, melted (not spreadable)...
by familycookbook | Mar 17, 2019 | Main Course, Soups
Classic chowder gets a delicious and sexy upgrade. Bowls of slightly creamy and smoky corn chowder are topped with pieces of crispy skinned salmon. Total time 1 hServes: 4 Ingredients CHOWDER 2 tbsp (30 mL) unsalted butter 2 oz (60 g) Applewood smoked bacon, coarsely...
by familycookbook | Mar 17, 2019 | Appetizer
It’s such an easy appetizer but so impressive Total time 15 minServes: 6-8 Ingredients For the pea pesto: 1 (10-oz/280-g) package frozen peas, thawed, or 10 oz (280 g) fresh peas, blanched and cooled 1/3 cup (15 g) fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup (17 g) fresh mint...
by familycookbook | Mar 17, 2019 | Main Course
A classic dish, this Moroccan chicken recipe uses preserved lemons, olives, and onions. It can be cooked in an authentic tagine or roasted in the oven, depending on your preference. Total time 2 h 30 minServes: 4 Ingredients 1 to 2 preserved lemons (quartered and...
by familycookbook | Mar 17, 2019 | Main Course
Slow cooking beef shin or brisket in Asian aromatic spices gives a melt-in-the-mouth main course that’s delicious with steamed rice and crisp stir-fried vegetables Total time 3 h 30 minServes: 6 Ingredients 2 – 3 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil 1¼kg beef...
by familycookbook | Sep 29, 2018 | Main Course
This stir fry is as good, and almost as easy, as your favorite take out. Serves: 4 Total Time: 25 min Ingredients 1 c. white rice 1 lb. pork, thinly sliced and cut into 1/4″ strips kosher salt 1/3 c. cornstarch 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 anchovy fillet, chopped...
by familycookbook | Sep 29, 2018 | Main Course
An easy pancetta, cheese and chewy grains recipe for a quick, delicious supper Serves: 2 Ingredients 200g of pearl barley 250g of smoked pancetta 200g of frozen peas 150g of Taleggio black pepper Method Boil 200g of pearl barley in deep, lightly salted water for 25...
by familycookbook | Sep 29, 2018 | Main Course
This Jamaican summer stalwart is all about spice, heat and char – here’s how to achieve smoky perfection Serves 6-8 Prep 15 min Marinate 6 hr+ Cook 25 min Ingredients 1 tbsp allspice berries 1 tbsp black peppercorns 4 spring onions 1 small bunch fresh thyme, leaves...
by familycookbook | Sep 29, 2018 | Salads
Anchovies, tuna and mustard come together to make a creamy backdrop for this summer stunner Prep 15 min Cook 30-35 min Serves 4 Ingredients 500g new potatoes 2 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil Salt and black pepper 300g string beans 2 baby gem lettuces ½ small red onion,...
by familycookbook | Sep 29, 2018 | Sides
Prep 15 min Cook 40 min Serves 4-6 Ingredients 4 sweetcorn cobs 50ml olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 6 sprigs thyme ½ tsp cumin seeds 150ml dry white wine 250ml chicken or veg stock Salt and black pepper Method Stand each cob...
