Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

November 17, 2013 benner 0 Comments

These salty asparagus spears are great for entertaining guests or served as a starter dish at a dinner party. I also like to dip these in soft boiled eggs, instead of toast strips. Make sure to get good quality prosciutto from your local deli, it should be cut paper thin. Cook’s notes: You can pre-wrap …

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Crispy Shrimp Pasta

November 17, 2013 benner 0 Comments

4 oz fettuccine pasta 3/4 lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp flour 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup whipping cream 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning Cook pasta according to package directions. Sprinkle shrimp with …

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Baked gnocchi with bacon, tomato and mozzarella

November 16, 2013 benner 2 Comments

Prep time:  10 mins Cook time:  30 mins Total time:  40 mins Serves: 2-3 Ingredients 1.2 Lbs (500g) store-bought gnocchi 1/2 Lb (250g) bacon, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 14oz (400g) tin chopped tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste handful cherry tomatoes, halved 1 teaspoon sugar 2-3 tablespoons cream/yoghurt large handful fresh parsley, chopped salt …

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