basil – Food That We Make

Pappardelle with pine nuts, artichokes and aubergine.

First new recipe in the new house! I’ve been busy doing things like finishing the PhD … Pappardelle with pine nuts, artichokes and aubergine.Read more

OK, you need this recipe in your life. Unless you’re a) vegan, or b) averse to … Aubergine and goats cheese bakeRead more

Rather like the Chilli “recipe”, this is one of those things that I hadn’t thought of … Pizza!Read more

OK, so this is a pretty heavily modified version of a Rose Elliot staple. Do recommend Rose Elliot’s … Brown Lentil BolognaiseRead more

You can’t really fault student cookbooks for fast cheap food. The Ultimate Vegetarian Student Cookbook is a … Sweet ginger and chilli veg with rice noodlesRead more

You may have noticed I’m a big fan of soup. When cooking for one they’re an … Italian Vegetable SoupRead more

A good simple recipe, this, perfect for a rainy spring day. I seem to have developed … Tomato and Basil SoupRead more

Another really tasty hot couscous lunch, this time of a vegetarian (not vegan variety). Make sure … Pesto, pine nut, tomato and mushroom couscousRead more

A good, quick, hot vegan lunch this, with some really good flavours. I might also add … Courgette and mushroom couscous with pine nutsRead more