Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.
But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Wednesday, 12 December 2012

Ham and Poached Egg Salad

A quick and easy salad great for afternoon lunch. 


Ingredients:

1 egg
handful of fresh baby spinach
chopped iceberg lettuce
chopped cabbage
1 carrot, cut into thin strips
strips of cooked ham
1/2 cucumber, sliced
6-8 cherry tomatoes, halved

For the dressing

1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp coarse Dijon mustard

For the croutons

2 slices wholemeal bread, cut into small cubes
olive oil for drizzle
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp coarse black pepper
1/4 tsp thyme
Rock salt for seasoning

Method:

1. Boil water in a saucepan, add a little vinegar, swirl the water to form a little whirlpool. Crack an egg into a small bowl, care not to break the yolk. Drop this into the boiling water. Lightly poach the egg for few seconds. Carefully remove the egg, remember it should have a runny yolk.

2. In a bowl mix the spinach, lettuce, cabbage, carrot,cucumber and tomatoes. Mix the mayo and mustard into smooth paste and add to the salad.

3. Mix all the ingredients for the croutons and place under a grill for 3-5 minutes until lightly golden brown.

4. Layer the salad leaves on the plate, place the ham, egg and croutons. Drizzle with additional dressing if required.





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