TOP CHOICE RECIPES

Top Choice Recipes

  • Bacon and King Scallop Open Sandwich
    Bacon and King Scallop Open Sandwich
    Bacon and King Scallop Open Sandwich ... My mouth is watering simply by typing the words. The combination of bacon saltiness and scallop's tenderness!
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Beef in Oyster Sauce
    Beef in Oyster Sauce
    The subtle mixture of meat and fish flavours in this traditional Chinese dish enhances the meaty flavour or either pork or beef.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 7 Minutes
  • Beef Wellington
    Beef Wellington
    Beef Wellington - the tenderest of Angus beef, smothered with mushroom duxelles, wrapped in Parma ham and put to bed in a cover of golden puff pastry.
    Preparation: 1 Hour
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Cauliflower Cheese
    Cauliflower Cheese
    I find the combination of succulent cauliflower florets and cheese sauce quite irresistible
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Chicken and Anchovy Pie
    Chicken and Anchovy Pie
    Chicken and Anchovy Pie is the ultimate in surprise "surf and turf" dishes. It's just so unexpected, yet the anchovies add another dimension.
    Preparation: 35 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Chicken in a Salt Crust - Poulet a l'ail en Croute de Sel
    Chicken in a Salt Crust - Poulet a l'ail en Croute de Sel
    The French name for this is "Poulet a l'ail et aux Fines Herbes en croute de Sel Parfumée" - Chicken in Garlic and Herbs with a crust of Perfumed Salt
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Chicken Lollipops
    Chicken Lollipops
    Chicken Lollipop derives its name from the way the chicken wings are cut and forced into the shape of a lollipop
    Preparation: 25 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Chicken with Tarragon (Poulet à l'Estragon)
    Chicken with Tarragon (Poulet à l'Estragon)
    Chicken with Tarragon is one of the classic French ways to cook a chicken. Stupidly simple but plenty of taste and fragrance.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
  • Cider-Glazed Roast Ham
    Cider-Glazed Roast Ham
    Cider-Glazed Roast Ham is one of those traditional British recipes that bring thoughts of Christmas and snow and log fires to mind.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Hours 15 Minutes
  • Confit de Canard (Duck Confit)
    Confit de Canard (Duck Confit)
    Confit de Canard (Duck Confit) is one of our absolute favourites and, whenever we serve it to non-French guests, they fall in love with it too.
    Preparation: 1 Hour
    Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
  • Corned Beef and Bacon Hash with Fried Egg
    Corned Beef and Bacon Hash with Fried Egg
    Corned Beef and Bacon Hash with Fried Egg is one of the 'classics' of "comfort cooking" and has certainly earned a well-respected place on our table.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Summer Pudding
    Summer Pudding
    Summer Pudding is a very, very simple but effective way of presenting soft red fruits (and the taste of summer is quite amazing).
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Cubes of Veal with Spicebread Sauce
    Cubes of Veal with Spicebread Sauce
    Cubes of Veal with Spicebread Sauce, accompanied by Cauliflower-Cheese - it's truly delicious and to die for!
    Preparation: 40 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Double-Take Apple Flan
    Double-Take Apple Flan
    Double-Take Apple Flan is a winner, no matter what the occasion, and the extra little trouble in preparation and cooking is well worth the effort.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Duck Breast in Green Pepper Sauce
    Duck Breast in Green Pepper Sauce
    Magret (meaning lean) is the breast of a fatty duck fattened by force-feeding when producing confit and foie gras. But Oh Boy, does it taste good!
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Filet Mignon with Sage and Rosemary (Tenderloin of Pork)
    Filet Mignon with Sage and Rosemary (Tenderloin of Pork)
    Filet Mignon with Sage and Rosemary enhances the tenderness and taste of the pork with gentle herbs. On the other hand, it is quite delicious with
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Five Hour Confit of Lamb
    Five Hour Confit of Lamb
    Five Hour Confit of Lamb is not just mouth-wateringly delicious, it's also perfect for when you are entertaining. Simply prepare in advance!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Hours
  • Foie Gras Escalopes on Spice Bread
    Foie Gras Escalopes on Spice Bread
    This recipe for Foie Gras on Spice Bread (escalope de foie gras au pain d'Épice) is quick and easy and very, very, very tasty!
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Foie Gras Escalopes with Dates and Pears
    Foie Gras Escalopes with Dates and Pears
    Escalopes of Foie Gras with Dates and Pears relies on the rich, buttery, and delicate falvours of fresh (uncooked) foie gras.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Gammon with Cumberland Sauce
    Gammon with Cumberland Sauce
    This delicious recipe for Gammon with Cumberland Sauce will have your taste buds working overtime. Perfect for entertaining or as a family meal
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 2 Hours
  • Garlic Prawns (Garlic Shrimp)
    Garlic Prawns (Garlic Shrimp)
    Garlic Prawns is one of those delicious recipes that is perfect as a starter if you are entertaining or as a light lunch for yourself and the family.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Three Ingredient Spaghetti
    Three Ingredient Spaghetti
    Three Ingredient Spaghetti is known throughout Italy as Cacio e Pepe which literally means "Cheese and Pepper". It is just stupidly simple!
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Haggis, Neeps and Tatties
    Haggis, Neeps and Tatties
    Haggis, Neeps and Tatties is the Scottish "national dish" and, though some people scoff at its simplicity, it's actually darn good.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Honey and Marmalade-glazed Gammon
    Honey and Marmalade-glazed Gammon
    This stunning Honey and Marmalade-glazed Gammon, glazed with fruity marmalade and sticky honey is great for feeding a crowd and ideal for entertaining
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 4 Hours
  • Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling
    Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling
    Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling is a somewhat decadent way of mixing cheese and fruit, but it's very, very more-ish when served with crusty bread.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani
    Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani
    Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani is one of the most popular dishes in India. Chefs who can cook a good Kachi Biryani are considered to be very accomplished
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime
    Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime
    Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime is dedicated to Terry and Julie, our neighbours on The Isle of Man, who served us the most stunning starter ever.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Kidney Beans Curry (Rajma Curry)
    Kidney Beans Curry (Rajma Curry)
    Kidney Beans Curry (Rajma Curry) is an unusual curry, having red kidney beans as the main ingredient (Rajma is the Indian name for Kidney Beans).
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Tournedos Rossini
    Tournedos Rossini
    This is the 'traditional' Tournedos Rossini recipe with foie gras on top of the steak. It is one of the great classic dishes of the world.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Trio of Scallops
    Trio of Scallops
    a Trio of Scallops is a simple and very effective starter course or you can extend the choice to make it a "quad" of scallops. Absolutely stunning!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Lamb Shanks in Deep Rich Gravy
    Lamb Shanks in Deep Rich Gravy
    Lamb Shanks in Deep Rich Gravy is a magical recipe, especially if you want to have your guests guessing at the secret ingedients.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 2 Hours 15 Minutes
  • Leek and Bacon Platter
    Leek and Bacon Platter
    In this dish, the slightly sweet and salty taste of the bacon compliments nicely the more savoury taste of the leaks. It's a great accompaniment.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad
    Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad
    I admit that Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad is somewhat decadent and exotic but lobster and truffles are a match made in heaven.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Macaroni Cheese
    Macaroni Cheese
    Macaroni Cheese is definitely one of my favourites and is really very easy to make. No need to serve anything with it... just on its own is fine!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Manx Mountain Pie
    Manx Mountain Pie
    The Isle of Man - where men are men and the sheep look the other way! Only the Isle of Man could dream up a Manx Mountain Pie. It's a man's meal!
    Preparation: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Venison in Huntsman Sauce
    Venison in Huntsman Sauce
    Venison in Huntsman Sauce is a real winter treat and is well worth the preparation time. Roast venison should always be served with a rich sauce.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Oh So Simple Roast Lamb
    Oh So Simple Roast Lamb
    Oh So Simple Roast Lamb is what its says... dead simple! It also happens to be delicious. Worth trying even if you've never cooked a meat joint before
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Pan Fried Scallops on Black Pudding with Pea & Mint Purée
    Pan Fried Scallops on Black Pudding with Pea & Mint Purée
    Pan Fried Scallops on Black Pudding with Pea & Mint Purée is an ideal starter course or could easily be made into a main dish.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Pan-Fried Cod with Minted Peas, Broad Beans and Pancetta
    Pan-Fried Cod with Minted Peas, Broad Beans and Pancetta
    Here's a quick but sophisticated fish supper, packed full of fresh herbs and summer vegetables and perfect for entertaining guests.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Pears with Blue Cheese Dressing
    Pears with Blue Cheese Dressing
    Pears with Blue Cheese Dressing is a perfect starter if you want to impress your guests. A wonderful mixture of sweet pear and the tang of blue cheese
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Pork Tenderloin in Brandy and Orange
    Pork Tenderloin in Brandy and Orange
    Pork Tenderloin in Brandy & Orange is a little "secret gem" of mine. It's prepared and cooked in minutes yet looks and tastes like you've spend hours
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Prawn Perfection
    Prawn Perfection
    In Prawn Perfection the peppery flavour of the paper-thin slices turnip perfectly balances the sweetness of the king prawns and the red pepper sauce.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Pulled Pork with Pineapples
    Pulled Pork with Pineapples
    There's only one way to describe Pulled Pork with Pineapples - comfort food! And the hot pork when first cooked makes a fantastic sandwich.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 4 Hours
  • Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger
    Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger
    Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger is perfect for a light lunch or as a starter for a meal with friends. It's a simple, straightforward recipe.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Roast Beef with Rich Stout Gravy
    Roast Beef with Rich Stout Gravy
    Roast Beef with Rich Stout Gravy is a recipe I've kept all to myself till now! It's great for an informal meal or just for fun on a winter's day.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Roast Potato Bombs
    Roast Potato Bombs
    Roast Potato Bombs is one of those great recipes that lifts the normal into the stratosphere of "Wow" where you are transported into a world of taste
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Roquefort Cheeseburger
    Roquefort Cheeseburger
    The Roquefort Cheeseburger is a delightful beast and my favourite type of burger since the cheese is inside the patty and infuses its rich creaminess.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Rumtopf
    Rumtopf
    Rumtopf, which literally means rum pot, is a German and Danish dessert, traditionally eaten around Christmas (though perfectly acceptable any time!
    Preparation: 1 Hour
    Cooking: NIL
  • Seafood Chowder Mash
    Seafood Chowder Mash
    Seafood Chowder Mash is a real comfort food, consisting of a wealth of fish and seafood over a bed of mashed potatoes... surf and turf, if you like!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Sesame Noodles with Chicken
    Sesame Noodles with Chicken
    Sesame Oil is a true delight and this recipe for Sesame Noodles with Chicken makes full use of it's rich flavours.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Pithiviers de Canard (Luxury Duck Pie)
    Pithiviers de Canard (Luxury Duck Pie)
    A gem of a recipe that is simple to make and tastes gloriously decadent. A bit rich in calories, a bit on the expensive side, but so worth it.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes



 
 

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