Sheila Wilton, Author at Ooh La Loire : Page 8 of 91

ROAST CHICKEN

Slathered with a garlic-herb-lemon butter, this roast chicken is juicy on the inside with crispy golden skin on the outside. An all round flavour bomb with the most incredible … Continue Reading →

CHICKEN WITH MISO, SWEET POTATOES AND SPRING ONIONS

By Sheila Wilton
March 25, 2024
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An umami-boosting marinade of miso, garlic, ginger and honey does double-duty in this recipe, infusing chicken thighs with an alluringly sweet (but not too sweet) savoriness. The sweet … Continue Reading →

TUSCAN BUTTER SCALLOPS

By Sheila Wilton
February 25, 2024
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One bite of these scallops and be prepared to be whisked away to the rolling hills of Tuscany. The scallops get seared to a golden hue in plenty of butter, … Continue Reading →

CHICKEN LIVER MOUSSE

By Sheila Wilton
January 22, 2024
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Chicken liver mousse is a classic of the French kitchen that has been adopted across the world. Why? Because it is quick to make and utterly delicious to eat. … Continue Reading →

BASIC CURRY SAUCE (The Curry Guy)

By Sheila Wilton
January 17, 2024
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For more years than I care to remember we have used Madhur Jaffrey for our India recipes. Many we still go to , for ease and success. Our friend Hywell … Continue Reading →

MASALA PRAWN CURRY

By Sheila Wilton
January 17, 2024
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Prawn Masala is spicy and creamy Indian prawn recipe which is best to eat with rice or naan a real flavour-packed prawn curry INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons rapeseed oil 1 … Continue Reading →

EGGS BAKED IN A VEGETABLE STEW

By Sheila Wilton
January 15, 2024
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Indulge in a deliciously “summer” vegetable stew with Rick Stein’s Pisto Manchego con hureros. The combination of sweet peppers and rich eggs is irresistible here INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 … Continue Reading →

SMOKED EEL WITH PEAR, LIME AND SZECHUAN PEPPER

By Sheila Wilton
January 15, 2024
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The richness of smoked eel means it goes with a variety of flavours; with pear, creme fraiche and lime are among the complementary flavours. However, you will soon discover the … Continue Reading →

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Manoir de Jouralem Manoir de Jouralem is a new stylish boutique bed and breakfast & Gite in The Loire Valley, France. Opened in July 2018, Mel & Hywel are English speaking owners living the good life with their young family and Tilly the wonder-dog. There are 8 hectares of grounds to explore, including the new natural swimming pool, walks through the woods, passing the flower garden, orchard and picnic area. They look forward to welcoming you for a well deserved stay, whether you are wine and food enthusiasts, keen cyclists, chateaux visitors or just need a good cosy rest.

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