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Artichokes with creamed spinach and poached eggs

Try your hand at Served Magazine’s Artichokes with creamed spinach, poached eggs and anchovy! Serves 4 Prep time 1.5 hours Ingredients Artichokes, 4, outer leaves trimmed down to the heart (follow the method in ‘Perfecting of’) Fresh spinach, bunch Garlic cloves, 4, finely chopped Lemons, 2 Parsley, small bunch Mint, small bunch Fresh nutmeg Cream, … Continued

Artichoke Pea Cups

Makes 16 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 2 tins of artichoke 1/2 cup or peas 1/2 cup of broad beans Vegan pastry cups (available from supermarket) 2 cloves of garlic 2 tbsp. vegan cream cheese 1 lemon Baby pea shoots (or micro greens) Method Place the artichokes, peas, beans, cream cheese and garlic into a … Continued

Conchiglioni with Artichoke Pesto (V)

Serves 2 Prep time 20 minutes Ingredients 200g Rummo Conchiglioni Rigate No. 147 6 – 12 Artichoke hearts (depending if small or large) 2 punnets basil 4 garlic cloves Oil Method Cook artichoke hearts in a pan with oil and garlic. Leave to cool and then place in a food processor with oil, basil and … Continued

Broad Bean and Artichoke Salad

A quick and simple salad using preserved artichokes, which are obtainable from good Italian delis, and convenient frozen broad beans, which are lightly cooked until tender. It can be served as a starter, as a side dish to lamb dishes or as a light lunch with some crusty bread. Serves 2-4 Prep time 10 minutes … Continued

Perfecting Artichokes

I really love this recipe, which to be perfectly honest was inspired by the legendary Martha Stewart; which I tweaked slightly. This is a fast, easy and delicious hearty meal, or great as a side too. If we’re doing 4 large artichokes here is your list of ingredients; You will need 4 artichokes Lemon juice … Continued

Jerusalem artichoke ice cream

The Diacono name is synonymous with good food; some of the most popular kitchens are run by Diaconos from two generations, but what makes Giuseppi’s Bar & Bistro particular is that the front of house as well as the kitchen are led by uncle and nephew. Jerusalem artichoke ice cream recipe with br&y snap, chocolate … Continued

Preserved artichoke salad

Serves 4 as a starter or 6 as a shared platter Prep time 5mins Ingredients 12 quarter preserved artichoke hearts (from 3 whole ones) (Make your own recipe) 100 g rocket leaves 20 g fresh mint 20 g fresh parsley Handful peashoots 2 – 3 tbsp. preserved lemon mayo Olive oil Salt and pepper Method … Continued

Preserving Artichoke hearts

Serves 6 – 8 as part of a shared platter Prep time 60 mins Ingredients 6 artichokes 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 small onion (minced) 2 cloves garlic (minced) 200ml white wine Salt ½ tsp. nutmeg Juice of 1 lemon Method Prepare a bowl large enough to hold the cleaned hearts. Pour in the lemon … Continued

Q+As with the Chefs of Xara Collection

The Xara Collection Trendsetters in their respective niches, The brands within the Xara Collection represent the evolution of the Maltese restaurant culture and have consistently set the bar for unparalleled dining experiences and Michelin-rated cuisine in Malta. The Xara name is known internationally for the globally recognised accreditations, however as is often the case, we … Continued

Served Gift Guide: Great gift ideas for your Dad this Father’s Day

Is your Dad a foodie or a connoisseur of wines and spirits? Perhaps he’s recently into chess and needs a beautiful board to play on? From restaurants to premium-food boutiques, fine wines to whisky – get inspired to gift your ‘old man’ something special on this Father’s day.  1. Make it a date at … Continued

Pancakes brimming with spring goodness and Benna cheese

A breakfast fit for king! packed with seasonal fresh ingredients Serves 3-4 Prep time 2 hours Ingredients For the Spring garlic and onion pancakes Spring garlic, 2 stalks, finely chopped Spring onion, 2 stalks, finely chopped Plain flour, 350g Dry active yeast, 2 tsp Eggs, 1 Sour cream, 3 tbsp Benna plain ġbejna, 2 grated … Continued

Meagre fillet with broad bean sauce

Meagre fillet with broad bean sauce

Serves 4 Prep time 1.5 hours Ingredients Wild Meagre fillets, 4, approx. 200g each For the broad bean sauce: Broad beans, 1kg weight with pod, shucked and blanched Spring garlic, 1 stalk Mint, handful Tarragon, 1 tbsp Parsley, handful Lemon, juice of one Good quality olive oil, 100ml Salt to season For the whey sauce: … Continued

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Spaghetti Broad Beans

Featuring this seasons’ star, broad beans, this dish is quick, easy, light and fresh, perfect for a light lunch or a sharing pasta dish. Serves 4 Prep time: 40 minutes Ingredients 400g Spaghetti 4 artichokes 1 lemon for acidulated water 600g broad beans, young, pods 500g peas, young, in their pods 1 large white, sliced … Continued

Spring Seasonal Star Broad Beans

A Mediterranean spring favourite, broad beans, aka ful, can be eaten raw, cooked, or blended. You will see this nutritious bean used as a dip or spread, added to hearty soups, or added to a Primavera pasta dish. Il-Ful – The Broad Bean The ‘broad bean’ is also referred to as English bean, Horse bean, … Continued

Saddle of Lamb

Serves 2 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 50ml extra virgin olive oil 2 lamb saddles 2 cloves garlic 4 sprigs thyme 2 cinnamon sticks 2 star anise 1 large artichoke Baby carrots Ingredients For the Puree 200g peas 1 large onion 2 cloves garlic 2 sprigs thyme 250ml vegetable stock 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive … Continued

Autumn Season Veggies in Malta

With the influx of imported vegetables and fruits in Malta its no wonder that many are not aware of what is grown locally and what season is their harvest. In a previous post, “Eat Local, Eat Sustainable”, Editor Sarah Kennard remarks, “We’ve all heard about sustainable eating but, perhaps, haven’t fully embraced the idea or … Continued

14 Day Healthy Office Lunch Ideas

Preparing and deciding what to eat for lunch at the office can quickly become an exhausting or boring task resulting in copious amounts of unhealthy take away meals, boring salads, or spending your income on eating out everyday! It doesn’t need to be this way; our chefs have got your back!  Turn your favourite lunch … Continued

Top 10 Favourite Summer Salads

Top 10 Favourite Summer Salads! Looking for some salad inspiration to spruce up your menu? Or perhaps you’re simply in need of something a little more exciting that’s healthy, fresh and flavoursome. We totally get it! Salads don’t have to be boring and after rounding up these amazing recipes, we know how to wipe out … Continued

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