Grains and pulses Archives : Page 3 of 3 : Ooh La Loire

HUMMUS

By Sheila Wilton
September 15, 2019
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One of the easiest dips for serving with an appertiff. Easy and tasty. A favourite from long ago and when I say a tried and trusted recipe from a … Continue Reading →

MEXICAN BEAN SOUP

This fresh, piquant summer soup combines many of the ingredients you might find in a feisty salsa, but in a soup. Add more chillies if you like it … Continue Reading →

CHANNA MASALA

By Sheila Wilton
December 10, 2017
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Channa masala,is probably “the most popular vegetarian curry in India”, and with good reason. A dollop of comfortingly bolstering pulses bathed in a thick, tangy, deeply spiced gravy, whats … Continue Reading →

BLACK EYED BEANS AND MUSHROOMS

By Sheila Wilton
November 24, 2017
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Another excellent recipe from Madhur Jaffrey’s Indian Cookery. Serve on its own with naan bread and a salad or as a side dish. It is time consuming or use tinned … Continue Reading →

LENTILLES-SAUCISSES à L’ANCIENNE. (Lentil and Toulouse Sausage)

By Sheila Wilton
September 24, 2016
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This as become Sheilas sausage dish of choice. A healthier option then the creamed ( butter laden) mashed potatoes. ….mm although! The recipe calls for Toulouse Sausage, but feel free … Continue Reading →

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DOMAINE DE SAINT-MAUR Ideally located in Anjou, the Domaine Saint-Maur is located on the hills that dominate the left bank of the Loire, the Thoureil, Maine and Loire. The vineyards of Saint Maur became the property of the CHOUTEAU family in 1962. Winegrowers and winemakers for several generations, we bring our passion and our know-how to the breeding of our vines. The main grape varieties that make up the 36 ha predominantly clay-limestone are theCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon-Chenin, Sauvignon Blanc and Grolleau .

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.