BBC Good Food

15 July 2009

Tested

"Oh, by the way, I think the amaretti biscuits ARE an important element - any substitutes we've tried just don't quite do it."

15 July 2009

Tested

"I don't usually do desserts, and my wife doesn't usually do cheesecake, but this is definitely the hit of this summer! It's very quick and easy to make (though I agree with Sarah that it's better chilled overnight). My wife's made it four or five times now and it's always wildly popular (and everyone wants the recipe). I think I'll also try Jennie Lee's suggestion for a dark chocolate version, just for a change."

21 October 2008

Tested

"This was good. My reservation would be that the spicy sauce is a bit overpowering for the fish - it could work just as well, or better, with chicken (in which case it be very similar to Smoky Chicken & Bean Stew - try combining the best of both recipes) or even as a soup/stew in its own right. Having said that, it was and an unusual combination, so I'll definitely experiment and try it again."

15 October 2008

Tested

"I'm with everyone else on the chilli - I made a double quantity, used half the chilli and it was still a bit too hot. Next time I'll use chilli flakes, not powder, as I find they give a more subtle, diffused heat. When doubling the quantity, use varied beans or chick peas rather than two cans of borlotti. I also asked the question "what's half a pack of chorizo?"! Also, I can't see how this can be ready in 30 mins. Next time I'm going to try this as a more slow-cooked dish using whole chicken legs rather than chunks. Quibbles aside, a very tasty, warming and comforting dish."

29 August 2008

Tested

"I wasn't sure this would be a hit, but it definitely was - the whole family loved it and the recipe has already been passed on to friends. I'm thinking of trying a less creamy version - maybe replacing some of the creme fraiche with a red wine tomato sauce? - but it's great as it is. And if you're trying to get your kids into cooking, 'food you set fire to' is a major attraction."