Mabh Savage
Words and the world passing by; how it sings to me; how I clamour back.
Category: cooking
Food Alert: Iranian Style Veg Stew
Totally vegan, totally by accident! Onion, spuds, squash, tomatoes, ras el hanout, cabbage, parsley and just a touch of preserved lemon.
Today I am mostly…
…stripping elderberries off their stalks. Tedious but worth it in the end! What am I going to make?
Meadowsweet
My friend took me for a walk around New Galloway, and amongst the brambles and cow parsley we found beautiful meadowsweet, also known as mead wort or Queen of the Meadow. Although a useful herb, especially to a home brewer like myself,… Continue Reading “Meadowsweet”
Preserved lemons
My other half bought me a gorgeous tagine for Yule, and after having taken it out for a successful maiden voyage (mutton with olives and apricots) I’ve been inspired to explore North African cooking a little more. These preserved lemons are easy and satisfying… Continue Reading “Preserved lemons”
Coming Home to Mouldy Guacamole
I almost wish it were A metaphor for death; decay! Instead you’ll be surprised To hear me say That coming home to Mouldy guacamole Holy moley! Guacamole! Is actually a measure Of my happiness My pleasure Green and lumpy Like it should be Now… Continue Reading “Coming Home to Mouldy Guacamole”
Thanks garden!
And this bowl all without leaving the garden! Now what shall I do with these? Jam or pudding?
Mabh Savage 