Farfalle with Zucchini and Mint Pesto
Serves 4 Prep time 25 minutes Ingredients 400g Farfalle 2-3 zucchini 30g pine nuts 8 fresh mint leaves 50g grated Pecorino Romano cheese 50g grated Parmigiano cheese Extra virgin olive oil 1 pinch of salt 1 clove of garlic 14-16 cherry tomatoes different colors, I used red and yellow Method Put a pot of salted … <a href="https://served.mt/farfalle-with-zucchini-and-mint-pesto/">Continued</a>
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 … <a href="https://served.mt/broad-bean-and-artichoke-salad/">Continued</a>
Nuts about nuts
Walnuts, hazelnuts, chestnuts, pine nuts, cashews, and many more… Throughout the ages, these high-fat, high-protein tree seeds have served as a major source of energy, essential for surviving the harsh winter months. Their natural ability to be stored and resist decay throughout winter has made them a valuable resource for animals and humans alike. Many … <a href="https://served.mt/nuts-about-nuts/">Continued</a>
Ricotta Mousse with Roasted Black Grapes
Makes 5 dessert glasses A ricotta dessert recipe with a twist. Prep time 30 mins Ingredients A bunch of black grapes Fresh thyme sprigs Sprinkle of sea salt 250g ricotta ½ cup Moscato, or any other dessert wine 2 tbsps. sugar 100g mix of pistachios, walnuts, almonds, pine nuts 5-6 tablespoons of good quality honey … <a href="https://served.mt/ricotta-mousse-with-roasted-black-grapes/">Continued</a>
Calamari patties with apricots…
…pine nuts with pickled fennel Yields 10 patties Prep time 30 mins + overnight chilling Ingredients 120g calamari 60g dried apricots 30g pine nuts Handful of parsley Handful of mint Zest from one lemon Olive oil 2 pinches of chilli flakes 2 garlic cloves Salt Pepper 80g breadcrumbs 1 tbsp. salt 100ml apple cider vinegar … <a href="https://served.mt/calamari-patties-with-apricots/">Continued</a>
Harissa Beef Kebabs…
…served with baby jacket potatoes whipped feta and sumac Serves 3 Prep time 1hr 45 mins Ingredients 140g plain (Greek yogurt) 2 tbsp. tahini 60ml lemon juice sea salt and cracked black pepper 350g white cabbage, thinly sliced 350 g purple cabbage, thinly sliced 3 green onions shredded 1 cup dill, chopped 55g sultanas 50g … <a href="https://served.mt/harissa-beef-kebabs/">Continued</a>
Lentil and king prawn salad
Serves eight as a side dish or four as a light starter Prep Time: 45 mins Ingredients 1 clove garlic 8 cherry tomatoes 20 king prawns 100g pine nuts 2 tbsp. fresh fish stock 130g brown lentils Olive oil Method Cook lentils according to the instructions on the packet. Ask your fishmonger to remove the heads … <a href="https://served.mt/lentil-and-king-prawn-salad/">Continued</a>
Barley with a middle eastern twist.
Serves 4 Prep time 40 minutes Ingredients 1 onion 1 tsp oregano 1 tbsp. ground cumin 80g pine nuts 120g green lentils 1 tbsp. honey 190g organic sun- dried pesto 250g pearl barley 100g raisins 80g fresh kale Coconut oil Method Start by cooking the barley as per instructions on packet, strain and set aside. … <a href="https://served.mt/barley-with-a-middle-eastern-twist/">Continued</a>
Hash Browns with Baked Eggs, Sautéed Mushrooms & Truffle Paste
Serves 3 Prep Time: 40 mins Ingredients For the Hash browns: ¼ cup flour 1 sweet potato, medium sized ½ onion 1 large egg 1 tbsp. Coconut oil Salt & pepper Toppings 3 eggs 200g chopped chestnut mushrooms 1 tsp. truffle paste 1 tbsp. pine nuts 1/2 cup parmesan shavings 1tsp. chili flakes (garnish) 1 tsp. … <a href="https://served.mt/hash-browns/">Continued</a>