Hi, my name is Anita. I love bread baking, especially sourdough breads, cheese making and cooking from scratch.
My favorite cuisines are French and Asian.
Most recipes here are in English; some are in Dutch. If one is to your liking, let me know: I will be glad to translate.
This delicious meal is perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative to fish and chips. The cod loins are served up alongside gourmet mash potato that gets its colour from blended peas.
Prep time: 25 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes.
Looking for a restaurant-quality dish that doesn’t involve hours of cooking? This colourful, heart-friendly dish hits the mark. Everything is cooked in one roasting tin – meaning even less washing up once you’re done!
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour
Bring a bit of luxury to your dining table with this elegant dish featuring fresh tuna steaks.
Prep time: 5 mins ( + 15-20 for marinating) | Cooking time: 8 minutes
This classic Russian dish looks like something out of a gourmet restaurant, but it’s easy to make with the help of some handy cupboard staples.
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 40 minutes
Piri-piri chicken has roots in both Africa and Portugal. It’s easy to recreate with a handful of popular herbs and spices. Make in the oven, or cook over the barbecue for a smoky finish.
Prep time: 15 minutes plus 30 minutes marinating time | Cooking time: 30-40 minutes.
This fajita dish is colourful, full of flavour and easy to make. Why not put the tortillas and toppings on the table and let everyone assemble their own?
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 5 minutes
Remember when chicken Kiev was on every restaurant and dinner party menu? This chicken breast recipe brings it right up to date and is much healthier too. It’s also easier to make than you might think.
Prep time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes
Zucchini slices are lightly sauteed and tossed with herbs instead of being breaded and fried. This recipe also uses olive oil, which is mainly monounsaturated fat.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B-6 and potassium. If you eat the skin, you nearly double the amount of fiber.
To make this plant based, leave out butter.
Russet potatoes, with their low moisture and high starch content, are excellent potatoes for mashing. But other types of potatoes, such as Yukon gold potatoes and round white or round red potatoes, will work too but will make a stickier mash.
To make this plant based, use a milk substitute.
To prepare asparagus for cooking, hold a piece of asparagus in the middle. Grab the cut end and bend it downward until the cut end snaps off. The asparagus will break in the right spot to remove its woody end.
Although only a side dish, this recipe is packed with nutrients. Asparagus is an excellent source of folate, and hazelnuts contain iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium.
Tzatziki is a Greek yogurt sauce. It's a tangy counterpoint to barbecued meats, kebabs and falafel. You can also use it as a dip with veggies or pita, or as a salad dressing.
This fruited honey spread is a delicious topping for pancakes or French toast. It's also good served over roasted chicken or pork. If you prefer, use pears, apricots, plums or nectarines instead of peaches.
Remoulade pairs well with seafood. You can add citrus (as in this recipe), chipotle peppers, dill, capers, Old Bay Seasoning or other spices to create different flavors.