Entries Tagged as 'special occasion'

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Recipe: Faux Chicken Kiev

In Australia, we are not as fortunate as vegetarians in the UK or US.  We do have a little variety of vegetarian mock meats and processed foods, but when it comes to special items such as a Kiev or or Wellingtons, we are out of luck.
Fortunately, I’ve manage to come up with a handy make-do [...]

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

Recipe: Roast Vegetable Pie

You’ve searched the Internet and you simply can’t find something that picks your interest for Christmas lunch or Dinner!  Have no fear, this beautiful recipe is just the thing!
What’s better than roast vegetables on any given day?  Roast vegetables in a pie or quiche!
Make your vegetables the day before, or, make a heap for your [...]

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Recipe: Blue Cheese, Walnut and Swiss Brown Mushroom Pasta

The next few photos will be taken with my Iphone as I’ve just moved into a new house and I have no idea where my camera is.  So, firstly apologies for the not-so-great photos.
This quite extravagant dish is very rich and is one that you could serve at a dinner party to impress your guests. [...]

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Recipe: Vegetarian Meaty-loaf

Wanted a meat loaf but just never been able to get the meat-part right? I have the answer for you!
The other day my mum was making a real meatloaf for dinner for herself and my dad. So I decided last minute that I would make a vegetarian version myself. Following a similar [...]

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

Recipe: Creamy Red Pepper & Chilli Soup

Firstly, just so everyone is aware there is absolutely no use of CREAM in this dish! However, it tastes creamy and you will be asked whether there is actually cream been placed in the soup – I certainly did.
This delightful soup has all the makings of a indulgent meal without the calories! The [...]

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

Recipe: Home-made Naans

This is not a true naan dish.  I do not own a tandoor dish, where naans are deliciously made next to tandoori chicken.  Unfortunately I don’t own one and I don’t think I ever will.  BUT, these naans are for those, like me, that don’t have a tandoori oven handy.  They taste like the next [...]

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

Recipe: Sherried Potatoed Pasta

Okay, so this is a weird combination, I know. All I have to say is that you have to try it! The flavours are sooo delicious, that I absolutely promise you that you will enjoy it! Not only do I promise you that, but I had so many ideas come from eating this [...]

Wednesday, August 5th, 2009

Recipe: Vegan Faux Hamburgers

Served with the delightful cornflour crusted wedges, this meal can make you feel like you are indulging in takeaway hamburger and chips without being too high on the calories.
For those wanting to try making a burger so close to the real thing, this one is definitely for you.  These faux burgers have just the right [...]

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

Recipe: Tamarind Paneer

This lovely recipe is a take on the Chilli Paneer made with cornflour.  Whilst bitter in flavour, it also is sweet, salty and hot, making your taste buds unsure of what it will hit it next.
Combining some sweet peppers and onions, this dish goes great with some fried rice or just the plain old steam [...]

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

Recipe: Vegan Meaty Steak

Following from some previous recipes, I got the idea to use Balsamic Vinegar when trying to make something have a more “meaty” or “smokey” flavour.  I have to admit, the first time I did it, I actually thought the pan (used by my parents) hadn’t been washed properly.  
The steak comes from the idea of [...]