Mince Beef Cobbler Mince beef cobbler is the perfect dish to begin the transition into Autumn – seasonal, hearty, and topped with delicious dumpling-like scones. The recipe is inspired by BBC Good Foods. You can follow along below to try out this speciality dish yourself and see how warming this classic, cosy speciality is. Ingredients 500gContinue reading “Mince Beef Cobbler”
Category Archives: Elia’s Kitchen
Poached Pears in Red Wine
Poached Pears in Red Wine Perfectly poached pears, served in the finest of red wine, Chef John Anthony has served yet another French delight to our residents at Birchwood House. Inspired by BBC Good Foods, you can follow the recipe below to recreate this culinary delight yourself. Ingredients 1 vanilla pod 1 bottle red wineContinue reading “Poached Pears in Red Wine”
Classic French Crêpe
Classic French Crêpe Following the popularity of last month’s dessert recipe, the deliciously creamy lemon posset, comes the classic French crêpe. Find out how Chef John serves this delicious light and fluffy crepe for residents at Birchwood House. Ingredients: the French Crêpe 100g plain flour 1 tbsp golden caster sugar 2 large eggs 1 tbspContinue reading “Classic French Crêpe”
Deliciously Creamy Lemon Posset
Deliciously Creamy Lemon Posset Tart Last month, our new chef, John Anthony shared his take on Chicken a la King, which was a massive hit with our residents at Birchwood House. This month, he shares his recipe for the perfect dessert – a deliciously creamy lemon posset tart. And we must admit, it tasted evenContinue reading “Deliciously Creamy Lemon Posset”
Chicken à la King
Chicken à la King John’s Chicken à la King is rich, creamy, and tender. His one pot recipe is both delicious and nutritious, offering a hearty meal based on the full proof formula of meat, veggies, stock, and a cream sauce. Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil 12 baby chestnut mushrooms – sliced in half (you can swap for button mushrooms,Continue reading “Chicken à la King”
Mediterranean Chicken
Mediterranean Chicken With slightly brighter days upon us, Elia has slowly begun incorporating more healthy Mediterranean meals into our resident’s diets. This month, Elia shares his recipe for Mediterranean Chicken, fresh and light, but still bursting with flavour. Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced 8 chickenContinue reading “Mediterranean Chicken”
Cottage Pie
Cottage Pie This month, Elia shares his take on British favourite, cottage pie! The perfect winter dish, warm and comforting. We hope you enjoy recreating this dish in your own home, or why not share it with your friends and loved ones? Ingredients: Mince filling 3 tbsp olive oil 1¼ kg beef mince 2 onions,Continue reading “Cottage Pie”
Pumpkin and Bacon Lasagne
Pumpkin and Bacon Lasagne Who doesn’t like lasagne? This month, Elia shares his spin on the world classic (and an Italian favourite) warm, golden lasagne! Layered with freshly sliced pumpkin and bechamel, and topped with chopped bacon and parmesan cheese, this dish has definitely made it onto the list of Birchwood favourites. Ingredients: Lasagne 750gContinue reading “Pumpkin and Bacon Lasagne”
Winter Soup
Winter Soup With the colder days upon us, Elia shares a top recipe for a warm and creamy bowl of winter soup! Soup does so much more than fill our stomachs, and has to be one of the most hearty and comforting meals one can have. Keep reading to find out how our residents atContinue reading “Winter Soup”
Gammon served with baked beans, mashed potato and pineapple puree
Gammon served with baked beans, mashed potato and pineapple puree This month, Elia shares his recipe for this delicious dish of gammon, served fresh with baked beans, fluffy mashed potato and sweet pineapple puree. Keep reading to find out how Elia prepares this dish. Ingredients Gammon joint small/medium 5 medium-sized fresh white potato 400g pineappleContinue reading “Gammon served with baked beans, mashed potato and pineapple puree”
