Author Archives: Jennifer

A Sadie’s Christmas Menu (Not Based Around Turkey)

When it comes to Christmas dinner, you might have a few fussy eaters in the house. They may not want turkey or even chicken, but do enjoy red meat. Beef is a classic ingredient for a reason; you can use it so many different ways. With this in mind, we’ve chosen a menu with beef […]

Christmas snacking: Jette’s Stuffed Wild Rice Mushrooms

Following on from Jette Virdi (@jette_food_event_stylist)‘s brilliant takeover on our Instagram account (if you missed it, never fear! It’s saved in our highlights), the talented food stylist and photographer created a beautiful recipe, made for festive snacking. This would make a delicious starter or side for a special Christmas meal. Enjoy x What You Need: […]

Another Festive Side Dish (With A Twist): Jewelled Quinoa Stuffing with Pistachio and Orange

Stuffing

A swapping of ingredients should never compromise on taste – and this delicious stuffing dish is all the proof you need. Quinoa makes a healthy alternative to traditional stuffing, and with the addition of pomegranate, pistachio and zesty orange, it’s the ideal accompaniment to your Christmas dinner. Enjoy x   What you need: 2 tbsp. olive […]

Comforting Chicken Congee

Congee is regarded as the ultimate Chinese comfort food. A savoury rice dish, it’s traditionally eaten in the morning, but we prefer to prepare it in advance as a set-it-and-forget-it dinner. It can be served with or without chicken, but we think the addition of this gives it extra flavour, texture and bite. Simple, satisfying […]

Deliciously Simple Mushroom Stroganoff

During the winter season, we can be forgiven for wanting to go back to basics a little; to the dishes that have all the warmth and comfort we love and which are simple to prepare and tasty and easy to eat. The humble mushroom can frequently be an underused vegetable but it’s at its best […]

40 Cloves of Garlic Soup

Not a typo, this deliciously simple-to-prepare soup really does contain 40 cloves of garlic, but we promise it tastes great! Garlic has terrific immune-boosting properties so if you’re feeling under the weather or just want to ensure you’re staying as healthy as you can, this is one dish that will definitely do you some good. […]

Spiced Pumpkin Soup

October is one of our favourite months here at Sadie’s Kitchen. With each new season comes beautiful fresh new produce. Autumn is no different, bringing with it the beautiful, creamy and delicate flavour of the pumpkin.  By all means, use your pumpkin to showcase your carving skills, but be sure to keep some aside for […]

Comforting Roasted Cauliflower & Lentil Curry

If, like us, you love curries and like lentils, this is one for you. Or, maybe you just want a curry that is meat-free and still as tasty as ever. Either or, you’ll love this simple-yet-filling midweek meal. It’s delicious, filling and fuss-free.  Enjoy x What You Need: The Cauliflower 1 head of cauliflower, broken […]

Tomato, Carrot and Cardamom soup

A twist on traditional soup flavours, the addition of the aromatic cardamom isn’t unusual in the way you might think in that belongs to the ginger family – though a little goes a long way. Using vine-ripened tomatoes will enhance the tomato flavour.  Enjoy x What you need: 1 pinch black pepper 1 cardamom pod […]