Category Archives: Miscellany

Smoked Salmon on Baked Potato Skins

Posted on December 29, 2015 by TheRobbInn

One of the appetizers I made for Christmas Day was Smoked Salmon on Baked Potato Skins.   I like to be organized and I knew that the potato skins could be made in advance and stored in the freezer until the … Continue reading →

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Honey Yoghurt Semifreddo with Raspberries and Pistachios

Posted on December 28, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Although this is classed as an elegant summer dessert, I found it ideal to serve on Christmas Day as an alternative to the heavy Christmas pudding.  An additional advantage is that it could be made in advance and kept in … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Party Cups

Posted on December 27, 2015 by TheRobbInn

I tried out loads of new recipes this Christmas but one of the best was Vegetarian Party Cups which can be found on You Tube by Aaron Craze. I prepared the sauce and vegetables the day before; chopped the nuts … Continue reading →

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Cheese Crackers (Gluten and Grain Free)

Posted on December 15, 2015 by TheRobbInn

These crackers are so moreish that as soon as they have cooled, I have to pack them away quickly as I cannot stop nibbling them. I made half with a salty topping, and half with a sprinkling of freshly ground … Continue reading →

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Seed Crackers

Posted on December 11, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Definitely a little time-consuming but the finished result is really worth while.  I didn’t have any lemon thyme so used extra fresh rosemary and the crackers taste lovely.   Crispy, crunchy and very tasty.  Ideal to serve with my Christmas dips … Continue reading →

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Almond Butter, Caramel Swirled, Vanilla Bean-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Posted on December 6, 2015 by TheRobbInn

My third, and final ice cream made ready for Christmas.  I left this one until last as I thought it might be a bit trickier than the others, but I was wrong.   It worked perfectly but I would just recommend … Continue reading →

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Carrot and Orange Soup / Carrot and Butter Bean Soup

Posted on December 5, 2015 by TheRobbInn

One thing my husband and I differ on is our love (or lack of) love for soup.  I enjoy making soup but rarely eat it (or do you drink soup?) whereas my husband would have it for breakfast, lunch and … Continue reading →

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Freezer Fudge

Posted on December 4, 2015 by TheRobbInn

A little bit of indulgence for over Christmas – this freezer fudge is well-worth making. Chocolate and chilli always go well together and this is no exception.  A mouthful of deliciously rich chocolaty fudge and then the taste of chilli … Continue reading →

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Guacamole

Posted on November 20, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Guacamole is one of those dishes that I often make for lunch when I find I have a couple of avocados ripening in the fruit bowl, and I want to use up some bits and pieces in the fridge. Of … Continue reading →

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Tomato Sauce

Posted on October 31, 2015 by TheRobbInn

I can’t remember the last time I bought a bottle of ketchup, or a jar of sauce for pasta/Bolognese or whatever.  It is so simple to make a delicious, tasty, healthy, free-from- colourings/preservatives etc. sauce that I always have an … Continue reading →

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