tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post4755973263984852616..comments2023-07-15T17:32:18.432+10:00Comments on A gluttonous wife : In my kitchen ~ April 2015Jan (a gluttonous wife)http://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-19386924760672798542015-04-24T15:59:39.711+10:002015-04-24T15:59:39.711+10:00I bet you and I could exchange mad chook lady stor...I bet you and I could exchange mad chook lady stories for hours Celia :)Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-26019254539620588312015-04-24T07:42:42.055+10:002015-04-24T07:42:42.055+10:00So much happening in your kitchen and backyard! Ch...So much happening in your kitchen and backyard! Chooks are funny - ours have a run, but they keep escaping and attacking the garden beds, so we can only let them out when we can keep an eye on them. They can be vicious little buggers too! And I completely understand your excitement - I think when we had our first egg, I cried a little too! :) LOVE the Ottolenghi cookbook, but I find I read it more than cook from it - his recipes tend to get quite complicated!celiahttp://www.figjamandlimecordial.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-26037019605548354562015-04-18T09:51:32.045+10:002015-04-18T09:51:32.045+10:00Glad your comment came through Beck! Thanks for s...Glad your comment came through Beck! Thanks for stopping by xJan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-70794876638371714912015-04-17T18:52:27.247+10:002015-04-17T18:52:27.247+10:00For some reason blogger doesn’t like wordpress as ...For some reason blogger doesn’t like wordpress as my comments on anyone with a blogspot address completely vanished! So, for the second time, I think I said Jan that those are some seriously beautiful poached eggs, and you have some lovely girls producing for you there! I also have the same Ottolenghi cookbook, and he has the most fabulous salads - enjoy :)Beck @ Goldenpuddinghttp://insearchofgoldenpudding.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-28433496738121380162015-04-17T09:56:35.967+10:002015-04-17T09:56:35.967+10:00Fierce alright Liz!! Good luck with the beets, so ...Fierce alright Liz!! Good luck with the beets, so worth the try.Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-28809899636917055572015-04-17T00:53:12.205+10:002015-04-17T00:53:12.205+10:00Very entertaing post, loved hearing about the adve...Very entertaing post, loved hearing about the adventures of your chickens and the cat. In my experience chickens can be quite fierce. As you slip into the cooler weather we are just starting spring, wonderful ideas to preserve the fresh herbs that will soon be around. And, I shall try pickling the beets by starting in cold water, it saves several steps doesn't it. Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09153117278184894506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-58499233083925783912015-04-13T12:25:12.454+10:002015-04-13T12:25:12.454+10:00Very lucky Ania!! The cauliflower is great, I hop...Very lucky Ania!! The cauliflower is great, I hope you enjoy it :)Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-81576150534864359352015-04-13T12:23:55.087+10:002015-04-13T12:23:55.087+10:00Hi Cassadie, for the poached eggs you have to deci...Hi Cassadie, for the poached eggs you have to decide whether you are a saucepan or microwave poacher. I go between both, but the principle is the same for a saucepan. <br /><br />Take your microwave container and fill it with enough water that would be enough to cover your eggs. Put in mic until the water is steaming, around 4 mins. If you are doing in saucepan, heat enough water to cover your eggs and bring up to a gentle simmer - never boil the water. In this time, get your toaster out, toast in ready to go, any condiments you want( I love them with my homemade chutney), sea salt & pepper, plate, knife and fork. With a slotted spoon give the water a good stir creating like a whirlpool and crack your eggs in, 2 at a time is enough. Bang them back in the mic for 2ish mins, but check at around 1 ½, and put the toast down as well. Depends on your mic’s power really but don’t over do them. When they are still nice and soft use the slotted spoon to lift out and let water drain off and onto your now cooked toast. I hope that helps! Biggest tips are fresh eggs and don't boil the water at any stage, keep it at a gentle simmer. Good luck!!Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-65053937266359987942015-04-13T12:20:38.836+10:002015-04-13T12:20:38.836+10:00I need to get to and make more of these butters to...I need to get to and make more of these butters too!! Thanks for stopping by xJan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-78590023667922039842015-04-13T12:20:04.233+10:002015-04-13T12:20:04.233+10:00You are sweet Susan, thank you :)You are sweet Susan, thank you :)Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-5429865229382659262015-04-13T03:09:59.230+10:002015-04-13T03:09:59.230+10:00How lucky you are to be able to keep hens and have...How lucky you are to be able to keep hens and have organic eggs! Love the idea of the cauliflower, might have to try making it, Many thanks for sharing IMKAnia @ milktoastandhoney.co.ukhttp://www.milktoastandhoney.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-89175521634616723202015-04-13T01:40:00.391+10:002015-04-13T01:40:00.391+10:00That cauliflower looks amazing! What's your se...That cauliflower looks amazing! What's your secret to poached eggs? Mine would never be photo worthy. Though aren't fresh eggs for breakfast just the absolute best? Yum.Cassadiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16873006487976083337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-81385541234533170322015-04-12T02:18:20.105+10:002015-04-12T02:18:20.105+10:00Oooh good reminder that I should make some herb bu...Oooh good reminder that I should make some herb butters while herbs are growing nicely in the garden!!! And yes those earrings are adorable!<br />Kavey (fellow IMKer)Kaveyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16662875905365870280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-21639995359308066582015-04-10T11:04:29.825+10:002015-04-10T11:04:29.825+10:00Jan, you have really outdone yourself - everything...Jan, you have really outdone yourself - everything looks delicious. I make a similar basil pesto but add quite a bit of grated cheese and I toast the walnuts. It freezes beautifully. I'm going to try your basil butter and cauliflower. They both look delish. Thanks for sharing.susanhttp://simplecozyliving.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-61078186528953836302015-04-09T21:06:50.389+10:002015-04-09T21:06:50.389+10:00Ottolenghi is a champion isn't he!!! I'm ...Ottolenghi is a champion isn't he!!! I'm hoping the cider makes it in next months edition Sherry :)Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-65085477437556325382015-04-09T21:06:01.163+10:002015-04-09T21:06:01.163+10:00Thanks Kari :)Thanks Kari :)Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-32156005103539276322015-04-09T16:37:52.587+10:002015-04-09T16:37:52.587+10:00I love your preserving! Those earrings are really ...I love your preserving! Those earrings are really cute too :)Karihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15887621874869110597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-83881676985772514472015-04-08T21:26:06.321+10:002015-04-08T21:26:06.321+10:00oh i love your chickens and your eggs! and isn...oh i love your chickens and your eggs! and isn't it interesting how many bloggers have one or more of Ottolenghi's books? i really must try them out:) and how marvellous to make your own cider. hope it turns out well. sherry from sherrys pickingshttp://sherryspickings.blogspot.com.aunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-16974867021622049812015-04-08T13:44:05.761+10:002015-04-08T13:44:05.761+10:00Haha aren't they hilarious when they run Suzie...Haha aren't they hilarious when they run Suzie!! I love their fluffy bums wobbling - I'm living a sad life aren't I!!!! So yes, don't cook the beetroots first, you may want to trial a jar to get it timed right but 15 minutes starting them in cold water and start timing once the water is boiling. The mess is why I wanted to try it this way and I won't be going back to the old way!Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-38736246866090704982015-04-08T13:41:49.062+10:002015-04-08T13:41:49.062+10:00The basil butter has been fantastic rubbed under a...The basil butter has been fantastic rubbed under a roast chicken :D Thanks for stopping by xJan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-72508314161728351422015-04-08T08:42:59.313+10:002015-04-08T08:42:59.313+10:00Hi jan, chicken watching is one of my favourite pa...Hi jan, chicken watching is one of my favourite pastimes...especially when they run.....also loving your beetroot idea...just to clarify you don't cook them first but jar them up with the pickle and then boil them?...sounds fantastic...will definitely do that next year...I made such a mess this year getting them into jars !Suzie Simplelifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02724120590247226633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-17933915708454059092015-04-08T07:13:28.559+10:002015-04-08T07:13:28.559+10:00Must get onto making some basil butter before all ...Must get onto making some basil butter before all the basil disappears. Tanks for the reminder. The beetroot preserves look tasty too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-45346660731910725802015-04-07T21:13:12.390+10:002015-04-07T21:13:12.390+10:00I've just entered Grace! Thanks so much for st...I've just entered Grace! Thanks so much for stopping by xJan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-19262456493280136862015-04-07T21:12:46.041+10:002015-04-07T21:12:46.041+10:00We absolutely love them!!!! Perfect with some chil...We absolutely love them!!!! Perfect with some chilli flakes ;)Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9068767580688539325.post-51627191873713865522015-04-07T21:12:11.787+10:002015-04-07T21:12:11.787+10:00I'm so impatient Tandy, I'm dying to try t...I'm so impatient Tandy, I'm dying to try the cider!!Jan (a gluttonous wife)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04980538485559579650noreply@blogger.com