Lovonis Lark
recipes + wellness
As the name suggests these are creamy, however, I’m not sure how “Tuscan” they are. I’ve used the name here to allude you, dear reader, of the flavors of this adult version of baked beans but so, so much better. Although equally good on toast. This will only make sense however if you’ve seen or […]
French Country Pork with Apples & Prunes is quick enough to throw together for a fabulous midweek meal yet special enough for a weekend soiree. Once seasoned and browned, the pork becomes buttery tender. Sautéed onions with sliced apple, lots of cracked pepper, prunes that swell as they bathe in their sherry, apple cider, mustard […]
Broccoli, Bacon & Cranberry Salad is broccoli salad elevated. The broccoli salads that I’ve seen since moving to North America have been pieces of too-large florets doused in a thick mayonnaise dressing. For these reasons I’ve always bypassed it. Until now. This throw together chop salad is simple to make, & it’s completely make-ahead. In […]
Creamy Lemon Asiago Chicken Meatballs, big on flavor but easy on time making them a perfect midweek meal served with some pasta & a salad or steamed broccoli. Asiago cheese, from cow’s milk, was first produced in Italy. It has a bold, nutty flavor similar to a good parmesan but with bigger flavors. The lemon […]
If like me you often want to cook something quick, with little faffing about but that has maximum flavor & texture – a big ask, yes – look no further than these Easy Apple Crumble Pies. Or tarts. These could be either a tart or a pie. With a puffed pastry enclosure, apples thinly sliced […]
French Apple Cake with Almonds is simple to make, demure, unpretentious & heavenly – if a cake can be all those things. It’s buttery, rum flavored & reminds me of an old-fashioned tea cake. Serve it for an afternoon tea or as a dessert with some ice cream or cream. Make it ahead & freeze […]
Pear Ricotta Cake is gluten-free but for everyone, especially around the holidays. It looks pretty, tastes festive and keeps well. Use small, ripe but still a little firm, pears. You can use an apple corer and remove the pears’ cores but or leave them intact. The ricotta makes this cake so moist. It’s a beautiful […]
Pear and Prosciutto Salad is so simple & quick to make. This rustic salad makes a perfect side as part of a holiday menu. I’ve baked the prosciutto so it adds a crunch to the salad but it would be just as lovely with it cold and soft. Feta cheese is a good substitute for […]
While Prosciutto Almond Squash Noodles makes a beautiful autumnal side, it also makes a nutritiously different main served with some steamed sugar snap peas or a green salad. Strands of butternut squash take the place of noodles (or spaghetti) in this delicious one pan meal. Throw everything together on a baking sheet, roast for about […]
Sticky Sage Roasted Butternut Squash can be served as a side for special holiday meals or alongside a weekend family roast. Golden syrup, the lighter, less intense version of molasses has a wonderful, complex flavor and is worth sourcing it to use in this recipe. It’s also perfect for baking. I buy golden syrup on […]
This for me is the most enjoyable way to eat cauliflower. Cheesy Mustard Roasted Cauliflower looks like a bit of a centerpiece when placed on a table and served family style. A whole cauliflower bathed in a creamy, cheesy, mustard sauce and baked until a light bronze & cut into wedges and serve. This can […]
The humble onion is often overlooked for flashier veggies. Sweet & Sour Roasted Onions make a rustic, inexpensive and easy side dish for roasts, grilled and pan-fried meats. Onions transform and become sweet and sticky when they’re roasted. This recipe is easy, looks pretty when using red/purple onions & is full of sweet flavors & […]
