Caramelised Plantains
They are great as a sweet side to savoury dishes like stews and steaks. Super easy to make with only a handful of ingredients they are delicious also with rice, beans and fried eggs. Yummy! Recipe for 1-2 people Ingredients 1 plantain (must be very ripened) 1 tsp of butter ½ tsp of sugar ¼ tsp of ground cinnamon Some water Method Peel the plantain … Continue reading Caramelised Plantains
Turkey with Herbs and Mandarin
This is one of the most easy and super tasty second courses you can prepare when you fancy turkey meat with a touch of rich and citrusy taste. My auntie follows the same method with veal instead of poultry and adds white wine and freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of mandarins. Both versions are delicious and each time I travel to Italy, I always ask … Continue reading Turkey with Herbs and Mandarin
Venezuelan Tequeños
I first tried Tequeños from a street vendor during a family holiday in Venezuela and it quickly became my favourite finger food. They may resemble our mozzarella sticks, just a better version of it. What makes them so special is the dough which once fried (or baked), tastes like a piece of soft bread stuffed with melted cheese. They can be served alone or with … Continue reading Venezuelan Tequeños
Chickpeas a la Laurène
In 2022 I spent Christmas with my family in Toulouse, France, as my grandmother was too ill to travel. Each family member cooked something and amongst other things, my cousin Laurene prepared this fabulous chickpea side dish with oranges. When I returned back home in London, I wanted to add my own touch to it and I added avocado and roasted salmon. The result was … Continue reading Chickpeas a la Laurène
Venezuelan Empanadas
They resemble the Italian panzerotti, but the difference between the two is that calzone is made of pizza dough, and Venezuelan empanadas are made of corn dough. They are so versatile. You can eat them with any type of filling and although they can be baked, they’re best when fried. With this recipe, I added three examples of empanadas: with shredded beef; with black beans … Continue reading Venezuelan Empanadas
Are-pizza
A Venezuelan and Italian fusion type of pizza. I followed the pizza method using the dough to prepare Arepas. At first, even my husband was perplexed. But the result was fantastic! And so are-pizza was born. It’s crunchy, delicious, and perfect for a stay-in party with friends and family. With this recipe, I used mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil because they are my favourite pizza ingredients. … Continue reading Are-pizza
McVities Tiramisu` Style Dessert
My husband came up with this dessert while trying to recreate something he used to eat as a child in his hometown Venezuela. He thought of using yoghurt instead of the usual rich type of cream used for cakes as he wanted something light, but we had not tried yet this version with diplomat cream so here is a rich, creamy dessert with coffee and … Continue reading McVities Tiramisu` Style Dessert
Broccoli & Carrots Fritters
I love veggie fritters! They are so versatile. You can serve them for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. They are a great alternative to meat burgers and you can serve them to your kids with their favourite sauce. When cold they tend to become softer so to bring back the crunchy taste, just warm them up in the oven for a few minutes and … Continue reading Broccoli & Carrots Fritters
Mixed Salad with Croutons & Sausage
I love this salad. It’s super satisfying and super tasty. Perfect for summer lunch or dinner with friends and family. Serves 2 people Ingredients 375 g pork chipolata sausages (the meaty ones) 2 large ripened vine tomatoes 200 g Italian style mixed leaf salad (you want it tender and peppery for great taste) 100 g black pitted olives 100 g Emmental cheese 100 g packed … Continue reading Mixed Salad with Croutons & Sausage
Roasted Gammon Joint
I love roasted gammon. I buy the Be Good To Yourself type because it’s lean and my toddler like it especially in her soups. It is very versatile. You can pack it with your lunch box, enjoy it with your eggs for breakfast, use it to prepare pies or make glorious sandwiches. This simple recipe does not require too much time, so it’s perfect for … Continue reading Roasted Gammon Joint
Cooking with Lilia 