On Saturday afternoon, amidst preparations for the big Sunday lunch, I decided to throw in random left-overs in a bowl and prepare, what we Maltese call, a ‘pudina’ – the traditional Maltese bread pudding! This was my first attempt at trying this recipe since usually I leave traditional things for Mum to do… you know Mums are always good at [...]
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Surplus of Figs
Posted in Other on Aug 8th, 2010
Throughout this week we had a surplus supply of figs and mum decided to prepare some jams and chutneys. There are many ways to mess with figs in the kitchen… you just need to have some free time and creativity! Mum tried this lovely bread with bits and pieces of figs which is a delicious [...]
To bake or not to bake!
Posted in Recipes on May 16th, 2010
I always kept back from experimenting with pastry and doughs however when I tried the pizza dough I received quite positive feedback so I decided to give baking a chance! On Saturday we were invited over to a friends’ house for platters and wine, hence I rolled up my sleeves and prepared some focaccias to [...]
Split peas in your cupboard?
Posted in Recipes on Feb 7th, 2010
There’s nothing easier to prepare than soups! Simple, low in calories and a filling dish which warms your spirits in the few cold days we are blessed with on this island. Try this one out! Ingredients for 4 persons: 200g dried split green peas 150g pumpkin bay leaves 80g speck slices 2 small onions 4 [...]