March 2012
9 posts
Florentine Times
I get to go to Florence twice a year for work. Every time I go, I have the most wonderful time (and food) with my co-workers and can’t wait to go back. I fall more and more in love with it each time and thought of nowhere else for an anniversary trip with Frank. I booked us in at the Gallery Hotel Arts which was fabulous - THE perfect location to stroll almost anywhere from.
Here are some...
Pan fried Pork Steaks with Asparagus & Parmesan
I officially love the dinner I cooked last night. It reminds me of the pork I had in Florence - simultaneously simple and indulgent. Plus, I saw the HUGE asparagus at the market and couldn’t resist the purchase. The butter and parmesan are a treat and make life worth living… well, in my opinion at least.
Ingredients - Serves 2
300g pork steaks
2 tbsp chopped rosemary
1 lemon
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Lemon Polenta Cake
Frank has now made this lemon polenta cake two weekends in a row. Fabulously zingy and textured, it is perfect for any cake occasion. We serve it with creme fraiche.
Nigella explains it best here: http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/LEMON-POLENTA-CAKE-5308
Warm Butternut Squash Salad with pecorino &...
This Jamie Oliver salad is incredibly versatile - serve as a light lunch or a dinner party starter. I like to serve it on a big plate in the middle of the table so that everyone can help themselves.
Ingredients - Serves 4
1 medium butternut squash - peeled
100g rocket
1 tsp chilli flakes
1 tsp coriander seeds
2-3 slices of prosciutto per person
Wedge of pecorino
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Grilled Mushrooms
Grilled portobello mushrooms with 40g feta, rocket salad and sprouts, lightly drizzled with hemp oil and lemon dressing. Simple dinner, ready in 10 minutes.
Clean & Lean Lemon Roast Chicken
I’m starting another Fit For a Princess Online Course this week which is a 28 Day Body Blitz. I’m so excited to get fit for Spring and couldn’t wait to get started today. In preparation, I had a really healthy weekend and already weighed 1lb less this morning! Instead of the traditional roast yesterday, I cooked a delicious lemon roast chicken with brown rice, kale and avocado...
