Runner Bean Recipes for the Harvest
On the allotment this year I decided to grow a small amount of runner beans and red climbing beans on either side of an archway. Some of...
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dorsetcountrylife
- Sep 2
Turn Your Kitchen Into the Hub of Your Home
*This is a collaborative post. Kitchens are more than just places where meals are prepared, they are also the central hub of family and...
dorsetcountrylife
- Aug 29
Plot to Plate No 3: Confit Tomatoes Recipe
Confit tomatoes are just an amazing dish and one I like to make when the tomato’s start ripening rapidly. It can be made with cherry...
dorsetcountrylife
- Aug 20
Plot to Plate No .2: Homemade Pesto Recipe
There’s something truly special about walking out to your own vegetable plot, selecting fresh produce straight from the earth, and...
dorsetcountrylife
- Aug 5
Grilled Whole Sea Bass: A Simple and Delicious BBQ Recipe
We love a BBQ here at Dorset Country Life, and sometimes it’s nice to cook something a bit different on the BBQ other than the more...
dorsetcountrylife
- Jul 29
Plot to Plate No.1: Courgette and Mint Salad Recipe
As any vegetable gardener will know, this time of year often brings an abundant harvest, and if you grow courgettes, you're likely facing...
dorsetcountrylife
- Apr 5
Homemade Toilet Cleaning Bombs
Are you tired of harsh chemical cleaners and looking for a natural alternative to keep your bathroom fresh and clean? Look no further!...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 28
Stuffed Leg of Lamb Recipe with Garlic, Lemon and Rosemary
Easter Sunday is a day where as a family we get together for a good old traditional Sunday roast. And being Easter we normally have roast...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 22
Hot Cross Buns Recipe
Indulge in the timeless tradition of Easter with our delightful hot cross bun recipe! Soft, spiced dough infused with cinnamon and...
dorsetcountrylife
- Oct 25, 2023
Slow Cooker Ramen: A Hearty and Flavourful Recipe for Every Season
Ramen, a beloved Japanese dish known for its rich flavours and comforting warmth, has captured the hearts and palates of people around...
dorsetcountrylife
- Oct 21, 2023
Stay Well with Nature's Elixir: Immune-Boosting Tonic Recipe
As the seasons change, it's essential to fortify your immune system, and what better way to do so than with a homemade immune-boosting...
dorsetcountrylife
- Oct 10, 2023
Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Butternut squash, with its vibrant orange hue and subtle nutty flavor, takes center stage in this recipe. This versatile and...
dorsetcountrylife
- May 11, 2023
How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar
I always make my own apple cider vinegar. It costs just pennies to make and keeps well and is one of my Autumn jobs. It’s easy to ferment...
dorsetcountrylife
- Apr 21, 2023
How to Make Kefir
Kefir is a yogurt-like drink that can easily be made at home and is made with Kefir grains. These are yellow white little rubbery looking...
dorsetcountrylife
- Apr 18, 2023
Homemade Cleaning Products for Your Home
We're rounding off our homemade cleaning products series now - we've covered the kitchen and of course the bathroom, but we wanted to...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 31, 2023
How to Make Sourdough Bread
I have to admit the first loaf of sourdough I ever made was a great success and I was very smug and took all the credit for the absolute...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 28, 2023
Homemade Bathroom Cleaning Products
We're continuing on in our Homemade Cleaning products series and after our Kitchen recipes last week, this week we're moving onto the...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 24, 2023
How to Make Kombucha
I have not made Kombucha before, so as a complete novice I decided to play it safe and get help from the experts. So I am starting with A...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 20, 2023
Homemade Kitchen Cleaning Products
As we said in last week's post, How to Spring Clean Your Home and Save Pounds, we really enjoy making our own cleaning products - we know...
dorsetcountrylife
- Mar 14, 2023
How to Spring Clean Your Home and Save Pounds!
I think we are all looking to save money wherever we can with the cost of living crisis. And although prices are soaring, spring is on...
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Two women. Two generations. Both mothers and lovers of the county where they live. Blogging about Dorset here at Dorset Country Life. Find out more...
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