Category Archives: Recipes

In the Kitchen: Making a Sourdough starter.

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Zoe Lynch

Every now and then I come across a book – invariably a cookery book, that I just HAVE to own. The illustrations and photographs make me salivate, and I can almost smell the aroma of the different things on the … Continue reading →

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In the Kitchen: Pickled Onions

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

Believe it or not today is National Pickled Onion Day! So I thought I would help with the celebrations of this auspicious occasion and share my love of these pickled orbs of delight with you! Pickled onions have to be one of the … Continue reading →

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In the Kitchen: Pear Brandy Liqueur

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

This one is simplicity itself  and can be used in cocktails, to make sauces to go with meat – works especially well with pork in much the same way as you might use Calvados.  Or just pour a small glass and sip … Continue reading →

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In the Kitchen: Spiced Damson Chutney

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

I am a keen cook, and love experimenting with new recipes or ingredients, and being an advocate of the waste not want not brigade and keen on the concept of slow living,  foraging and making my own basics really appeals … Continue reading →

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Harvest Time: Damsons

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

I went to visit my bees in the orchard yesterday to see how they were  adjusting to their new home. I drove up the tiny track and into the field, to be hit my a wave of perfume from the … Continue reading →

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Life is just a bowl of cherries

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

Morello Cherries picked in my garden this morning I have been keeping my eyes on these; not quite sure when to pick them, as they vary so much in colour from a deep claret to a rosy red, but all … Continue reading →

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Things to do with Eggs: Lemon Curd

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

Two 12oz Jars of Lemon Curd I made this morning Since I got my hens back in early March, this year, we have been the grateful recipients of literally hundreds of eggs.  I have sold some, I have given some away, and … Continue reading →

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Favourite Herbs: Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm)

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

Lemon Balm living happily in my garden under the stems of Rosa Mundi I love herbs, not only for their culinary use, where they bring a special extra dimension to everyday foods, making the difference between bland and delicious, but … Continue reading →

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Full English?

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

First attempt at back bacon So, anyone for breakfast? Can I tempt you? I can offer you fresh laid free range eggs from my garden, and back bacon and Cumberland sausages made by me! Come the early autumn I shall … Continue reading →

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Souper Sundays: Allotment Minestrone

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Zoe Lynch

Prepped and ready to cook If the weather is foul on Sundays and I cant get out, like today, its blowing a gale, and the rain is falling sideways, then I often retreat to my kitchen and cook. I am … Continue reading →

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