Risotto with 500g of Grammar
We know that food is a good way of enjoying a culture. But it can be extremely useful in teaching a language and sometimes in unexpected ways. This happened quite naturally when my Italian student was in the final week of his three week course. I had an appointment one evening and suggested that Corrado [...]
Our Naked Chef – goes Veggie
Sometimes the thought of a vegetarian student can be daunting to being creative with the meals. The fact is there are so many ideas out there that are quick, cheap and tasty. Here’s one: Ingredients 4-5 large potatoes (peeled and quartered) large wedge of cheese (grated) 1 tomato ( cut into slices) 1 onion (chopped) seasoning [...]
Our Naked Chef – Prawn Risotto in 30 minutes
Sainsburys have and excellent website with recipes like: Meals on a Budget, Feed your family for a fiver, Meals in 30minutes. Here is a creative example. Try heating the oil in a large frying pan. Cook the peppers over a medium heat for 5 minutes, or until they soften. Remove from the pan and set aside. [...]
Quick recipe
Tagliatelle with mushrooms and lemon Serves 4 Ready in 30 minutes Ingredients: 8-10 large black field, parasol or portabella mushrooms 2 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced 1/2 tsp salt 500g fresh egg tagliatelle Finely grated zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon 2 tbsp butter 50g freshly grated vegetarian Parmesan Fresh tarragon [...]
Quick recipe for lunch
Spaghetti and Meatball “Stoup” (thicker than soup, thinner than stew) 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 carrot, peeled and chopped into a small dice 1 medium yellow skinned onion, chopped 2 small ribs celery from the heart, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped ,1 can tomato sauce 3 cups chicken stock, 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 cup [...]
