Trifle is a delicious British dessert. First, there is a layer of sponge, then Jell-O, sometimes with fruit, then custard, and finally whipped cream. Quite often, the sponge is soaked in sherry. It is a great ending to a dinner party menu. However, it does take some time to assemble so can you prepare it in advance and freeze it … Read More
Tomatoes are both delicious and versatile. You can add them to a salad or a sandwich, blend them into juice, puree them to make a pasta sauce or to put in a stew, or make soup out of them. However, what if you grow them and have too many to eat before they spoil? Is there a way of storing … Read More
Tupperware containers are extremely useful. If you open packets of dried pasta or rice, you can keep them fresh in Tupperware containers. Put your leftovers in a Tupperware container and put them in the fridge for tomorrow. Make a packed lunch for work and keep your sandwiches fresh. The reason that the food stays fresh is that Tupperware containers are … Read More
Tomato puree is versatile and is a handy ingredient in many dishes. The most basic use is in sauces and dips. Use it as the base on a pizza or in pasta sauces such as puttanesca and Napolitano. Try it in soups, stews, and any other dish where you want a tangy tomato flavor (see also Freezing Mariana Sauce) but … Read More
Tuna is a very nutritious fish and is jam-packed full of omega-3 fatty acids. There is so much that you can do with tuna that it won’t become boring. If you have fresh tuna, sear it and serve with a Nicoise salad. It is a great addition to pasta bake and you can even use canned tuna for this recipe. … Read More
Tuna pasta bake is a great midweek meal. It is rich and creamy and is a favorite with families. Tuna is mixed with pasta, cheddar cheese, a white sauce, onions, sweetcorn, and peas making it a rich and nutritious meal. However, it is easy to make too much as it can be difficult to decide how much pasta to cook. … Read More
Turnips are a root vegetable. They taste like a cross between cabbages and radishes. They are bitter when raw but have a distinctive mild spicy tang when cooked. They are versatile and can be roasted, made into a mash whether on their own or with other vegetables such as carrots or swede (see also Freezing Rutabaga), they can be caramelized, … Read More
Tiramisu is a delicious Italian dessert that has become very popular. It isn’t surprising. Not many people can resist the layers of delicious mascarpone separated by lady fingers soaked in coffee and brandy or amaretto. So, what happens if you have some left over? I know, the chances aren’t high that you will have any left over as tiramisu is … Read More
Thyme is a versatile herb and can be used in so many dishes. Thyme and garlic roast potatoes are delicious, and thyme is a great addition to chicken and salmon. It can be added to soups and casseroles and adds depth of flavor to any dish. However, perhaps you grow it and have too much to use before it dies. … Read More
Tzatziki is a delicious Greek dip that can be found in just about every taverna in Greece. It is served with freshly baked bread as a starter or with meat kebabs as a main course. It is made from Greek yogurt, garlic, olive oil, dill, cucumber, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. It can be a little fiddly to make … Read More
