A very simple meal to make using canned sardines. The ones in brine are preferable, they create a seafood stock flavour which once cooked, tastes amazing! I use a dry
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By Joel Mielle

Rich Lamb ragu has to be the ultimate comfort food.  When I think of Italian Nonnas, this is what I imagine. This version is made using  Fusilli al Ferretto pasta, but you
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By Joel Mielle

This version of chicken Picatta is made with juicy chicken thighs covered in a Parmesan crust.  It’s a higher level lemon chicken.  The word Piccata means “larded”, although an Italian
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By Joel Mielle

A rustic goat cheese quiche that makes a great meal anytime of day.  It’s made with few basic ingredients.  You can use ready made store puff pastry or make your
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By Joel Mielle

Far Breton, a French Custard Prune Cake that’s traditional  in the region of Brittany.  It’s similar to a flan or clafoutis and very popular in that part of France. It’s
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By Joel Mielle

Shrimp with pasta, flavoured with a lemon and pepper butter sauce.  An amazing combination of flavours.  You can use any pasta you like, usually linguini works well with seafood, but
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By Joel Mielle

Malfatti, a light and fluffy yet cheesy rich dumplings.  These little pillows from heaven are truly amazing.  Similar to gnocchi with an Italian rustic charm.  Simple to make and you
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By Joel Mielle

Only 3 ingredients for perfect Cacio e pepe.  Cacio e pepe pasta is for lovers of Mac n Cheese.  It’s a simple dish but it delivers amazing flavours.  Who would think
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By Joel Mielle

How to make croissants at home and make your house smell like a French bakery.  That’s not a joke, the smell alone is well worth the effort of this recipe. 
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By Joel Mielle

This Tortellini Alla Panna is made using fresh tortellini making it a fast and amazing recipe. It’s made with bacon, mushroom, cheese and a herb white wine cream sauce. If
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By Joel Mielle

These meat stuffed tomatoes with meat are seriously delicious.  Vine ripe tomatoes are the best as they ripened under the sun resulting in more flavour and sweeter taste.  These are
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By Joel Mielle

A very tasty and simple recipe. The chicken pieces are coated in herbs and spices and finished in a delicious cream sauce. I add white wine for that extra hit,
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By Joel Mielle