Monday, 5 August 2013

Bradley's Goujons of Plaice served with an American Cocktail Sauce



Ingredients:
for the Cocktail Sauce:
200g Egg Mayonnaise
100g Tomato Ketchup
5 drops Worcestershire Sauce
10g Fresh Horseradish, grated
½ Lemon, juiced
Salt and Pepper, to taste
For the Goujons:
3 Fresh Plaice, filleted
200g Plain Flour
Salt, Pinch
1 Egg, beaten
250ml Water
2 tbsp. Oil

Method:
For the American Cocktail Sauce:
1. Combine all the ingredients, then portion into appropriate serving dishes. Place these in a fridge until service.

For the Plaice:
1. Fillet the fish and count your portions, you want three good sized fillets per portion.
2. Cut each fillet into two strips (making 6 strips per portion).
3. Using the flour, salt, egg, water and oil, make a frying batter. Then let the batter rest in the fridge until ready to cook.

To Cook:
1. Dredge the plaice through some flour, then through the batter. Place the battered plaice in the deep fryer (without basket).
2. When the fish is cooked, place it on the service plate, place the peas on the plate and one of the portions of cocktail sauce. Garnish with a wedge of lemon and/or some chopped parsley. Serve.


Friday, 2 August 2013

Jamie's Summer Beef Burgers

 
 
Jamie's Summer Beef Burgers
 
 
 
Everyone loves a great burger, but it frustrates me when people use frozen. I understand you may not have the time, at least buy fresh. If you want a really good burger, then create your own. This is my Beef Burger recipes, you can create your own using mine as a template.
 
 
 
Ingredients:
 
Serves 4
 
  • 500g Beef Mince (20% Fat preferably)
  • 2 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 Tbsp Paprika
  • 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tbsp Oregano
  • 1 Tbsp Basil
  • 1 Tbsp Marjoram
  • 1 Tbsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 Tbsp Chilli Flakes
  • 100g Breadcrumbs
  • 1 Egg
  • Dash of Tabasco Sauce
 
 
Method:
 
 
1. Mix all the dry ingredients with the beef mince, try not to use much pressure
 
2. Crack an egg, whisk it and add to the beef mince, then add the Tabasco sauce
 
3. Mix all the ingredients together, then form patties
 
4. Place on greaseproof paper, on a plate
 
5. Place in a fridge for 30 minutes
 
6. Place on a hot grill with a little oil, cook for about 6-8 minutes each side, depending on how big the burgers are and how cooked you want them
 
7. Serve in a bun, with your choice of accompaniments
 
8. Dig in and enjoy !!!
 
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Sunday, 7 July 2013

Jamie's Summer Lemon Cream Pie

Jamie's Summer Lemon Cream Pie


This is a great dish for the summer, creamy and with the cut through taste of lemon. It's not overpowering but makes for a great summer dessert.


Ingredients:

  • 3-4 Lemons
  • 397g Condensed Milk
  • 300ml Double Cream
  • 350g Digestives
  • 100g Butter
  • 1/4 Tsp Salt

Method:

  1. Crush all the digestives in a blender, then melt the butter in a pan or in the microwave
  2. Add the melted butter and salt to the digestive mixture
  3. Layer the mixture in a flan or quiche dish, not too deep
  4. Bake in the oven for 13 minutes
  5. Once finished, remove from oven and place in the fridge
  6. Grate 3 of the lemons, then  juice 3 of lemons
  7. Whip the cream a little, until it's just before soft peaks
  8. Add in the condensed milk and stir, then add the lemon grated lemon rind and juice
  9. Stir until all the mixture is mixed, taste the mixture.
  10. If it needs more lemon, grate and juice the final lemon
  11. If the dish is cool, pour the mixture into the dish, then refrigerate
  12. It's fine to serve about an hour after being in the fridge, cut up a slice and place some mint on top
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Friday, 5 July 2013

Bradley's Chocolate Orange Risotto

Bradley's Chocolate Orange Risotto

I discovered this recipe as an assignment at college, I had to research the food and culture of Italy and then design a full menu, this was the winner dessert. Many people think that a risotto is a savoury dish, well that is not entirely true. The best I can describe this dish is a braised rice pudding which is extra rich and creamy, this has also become a household favourite for my family. Enjoy!


Ingredients:
900ml Whole Milk
200g Chopped Plain Chocolate
1 Orange
200g Vialone Nano Rice (recommended, but Pudding Rice works too)
50g Chopped Walnuts (optional)
For the presentation
A few segments of Chocolate Orange
A small pot of double cream

Method:
1. Preheat oven to 170°C/325°F/Gas 3
2. Put 900ml milk and 200g chopped plain chocolate with the juice of 1 orange in a sauce pan over medium heat. Stir to melt the chocolate, then add 200g Vialone Nano rice.
3. Tip into a 1.5 litre ovenproof dish and bake for 45 minutes, stirring often, until creamy and al dente.
4. Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry pan.
5. Swirl in some double cream and place a couple of segments of chocolate orange on the top, sprinkle the walnuts over the dish, then plate up and enjoy!


Thursday, 4 July 2013

Bradley's Zingy Chocolate, Mint & Lime Milkshake

Bradley's Zingy Chocolate, Mint & Lime Milkshake

Who doesn't love a good milkshake? Well I can assure you that there will not be a hint of disappointment on your face after you try my very own concoction of refreshing flavours that will leave your taste-buds gagging for more! No, it's not the healthiest option, but what's the fun in a 'healthy' milkshake? Enjoy and feel free to leave your  feedback either in the comment box below or email us direct at threecoursesource@gmail.com.

Ingredients:
Serves 2 generous portions
1 Lime (Juiced)
6 Scoops Chocolate Ice-cream
2 Scoop Mint Choc Chip Ice-cream
5g (1tsp) Mint Leaves
600ml Whole Milk
400ml Double Cream
100g Plain Chocolate
2tsp Cardamom Powder

Ingredients:
1. Melt the chocolate in a bain-marie when melted, pour in half of the double cream and whisk until fully incorporated, set aside to cool.
2. Whisk the remainder of the cream to form soft peaks.
3. Place all ingredients into a blender (other than the chocolate) and pulse until combined. Gradually add more of the chocolate and pulse to incorporate.

4. Repeat step 3 until you have used all of the chocolate mixture.

Remember this is just a template, feel free to alter it to suit you!

Wednesday, 3 July 2013

Jamie's Fresh Banana Milkshake

Jamie's Fresh Banana Milkshake
 
A milkshake is something we all enjoy, it can be great all year round. So here is my recipe for the ultimate Banana Milkshake. Some recipes say, use frozen bananas or use low fat yogurt instead of ice cream. Well sure, you can go for that, but this is my version enjoy!!.



Ingredients:
Served 3-4
  • 4 Bananas
  • 2 Tsp Vanilla or Vanilla Extract
  • 2 Tbsp Icing Sugar
  • 5 Tbsp Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 650 ML Fresh Milk
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 100ml Double Cream

Method:

  1. Chop up the Banana's
  2. In a blender or smoothie maker, add all the ingredients
  3. Blend the ingredients until majority of the Banana has been blended
  4. When thick, chill in the fridge for 20 minutes
  5. Once chilled, remove from fridge pour into glass and serve with a straw
  6. Enjoy the drink, remember any leftover drink don't leave in the fridge for longer than 12 hours, the banana will go off.
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Jamie's Spicy Roasted Tomato Sauce

 
Jamie's Spicy Roasted Tomato Sauce
So I have been a fan of the traditional Tomato sauce for sometime, I have been making my own sauces to go with my own pasta for years and this has to be one of my favourites. I hope you enjoy this sauce as much as I do.


Ingredients:

  • 20 Fresh Plum Tomatoes
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1  finely diced Onion 
  • 2 Tsp minced Garlic 
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped Oregano
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped Thyme
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped Basil
  • 100ml Red wine
  • 1 Red Pepper
  • 2 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 2 Tbsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 4 Tbsp Tomato Puree
  • 1 Can of Chopped Tomatoes
  • 1/2 Tsp sugar
Method:
 
  1. Roast all the tomatoes and peppers in the oven with a little bit of olive oil until they start to colour
  2. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic, then add to a pan with a little bit of olive oil
  3. Chop the pepper and tomatoes up and add with the onion and garlic
  4. Then add the can of chopped tomatoes
  5. Add the red wine and cook off for a few minutes
  6. Add the tomato puree, the spices and herbs
  7. Then add the salt and pepper, and sugar
  8. Cook on a simmer for 30 minutes
  9. Taste whilst cooking, you  may need to adjust the seasoning according to taste
  10. Then blend the mixture to the consistency you're happy with (I like the sauce smooth)
  11. Serve with your favourite pasta or meatballs
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