THE OLD WORLD KITCHEN

Herbs Herbs and wild plants gathered from field and wood have always been a valuable source of both food and medicine to the Peasant community. The herb seller occupies to this day a special corner in the marketplace. There, under the mediaeval arches of the market square, wooden trestles are loaded with sacks of dried…

THE OLD WORLD KITCHEN

Chorizo Recipe START THE DAY BEFORE; 1 HOUR 4 small red pimento peppers or 2 extra tablespoons paprika. 6 fat Garlic Cloves 1 tablespoon dried oregano or marjoram 1/4 cup salt 2 tablespoons vinegar 4 pounds lean pork 8 pounds pork fat ( kidney fat is best) or 4 pounds clarified lard 2 tablespoons paprika…

THE OLD WORLD KITCHEN

The Rustic Kitchen part 2 Home grown staples included not only the usual grains and dried beans, onions, garlic and storable vegetables, but also fresh cheese, well rubbed with salt, left to mature on a beam, hams and sausages from the annual pig killing, and a wide variety of potted and preserved meats and fish….

THE OLD WORLD KITCHEN

The Rustic Kitchen A well-stocked larder was essential to the Peasant household, particularly during the winter months when fresh food was scarce. The larder would usually be protected by a door and a lock, or be safely tucked in the cellar under a heavy flagstone so that its contents could be defended against Marauders. Most…

To my teenage self

What advice would you give to your teenage self? i would advice my teenage self to forgive and heal, I would tell her that it’s not her fault to have gone through the abuse I would advice my teenage self to not be afraid to Love because Love is a beautiful thing. I would tell…

Strawberry Banana Fluff Salad

120g cream cheese room temperature 1/2 cup instant banana pudding 120g whipped topping 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup chopped strawberries 1 banana sliced 1 cup mini marshmallows INSTRUCTIONS

Pita Bread

This is a Yeast-Raised flat bread made all over Middle East and now popular as a sandwich container in. Cut in half or slit down one side, it provides a pocket for stuffing with fillings. It is particularly good for Kabobs and salads. INGREDIENTS 7 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon dry yeast 3 tablespoons warm…

Avocado and Tomato Salad

INGREDIENTS 2 cups cherry tomatoes 2 Avocados 1 large cucumber , sliced half a red onion , chopped small mozzarella cheese balls 1/2 cup pesto sauce Lemon Juice salt and Black pepper Method

Country Yeast-Raised Bread

The sight and scent of a newly baked loaf have a romantic apeal which transcends all other Culinary Achievements. William Cobbett, chronicler of things English and rural circa 1830, expressed the traditional view of the English Victorian male: ” Give me for a beautiful sight, a neat and smart woman, heating her oven and setting…

Home made tartar sauce

This is the best homemade tartar sauce I’ve made so far and I would love for you to try it. Ingredients 125ml mayonnaise 100ml finely chopped onion 10ml lemon juice 10ml sour cream 10ml finely chopped cucumbers salt and pepper to taste METHOD mix all the ingredients and chill for 30minutes. serve the sauce with…