What did you have for dinner tonight?

Good news! My friends' runner beans have started to produce. There were only two bags left in their roadside cabinet so I bought both of them (I'll give some to a neighbour).

They were near perfect, not overgrown like so many of the commercial offerings, and went down a treat with a huge succulent rump steak, which reminded me of a vintage song



I went for not one but two walks today (OK and a couple of sits in the sun) so later I put away more smoked haddock with toasted almonds and thickly buttered oatcakes.

Well some folks enjoy eating fish on a Friday …

But in a while our fish and some wonderful ratatouille with aubergines, courgettes, red and yellow pepper, tomatoes and onion (and a little garlic) will be ready …

https://thelowcarbdiabetic.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-classic-french-ratatouille.html

Plates are warming, and I'm looking forward to tucking in

All the best Jan

Though I say so myself, there is a wonderful aroma coming from the kitchen   

Cooking is one of our favourite casseroles - Pork Casserole Rustic Style

Yes, I know it's Sunday and for many Sunday Dinner is all about the classical Sunday Roast …

But we enjoyed a Chicken Curry With Cauliflower Rice, and you can see the recipe details here

https://thelowcarbdiabetic.blogspot.com/2015/09/chicken-curry-with-cauliflower-rice-low.html

All the best Jan

This is a recipe that the whole family will love, whether low-carb, or not. It can be assembled ahead and kept in the refrigerator overnight, covered. When you’re ready for a quick meal, just bring to room temperature, then bake as directed. Enjoy!

Ingredients:
Serves Eight
For the topping:
1 large celeriac about 16 ounces, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt quantity divided
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 1/4 cup cheddar cheese grated, quantity divided
2 tablespoons sour cream
For the filling:
1 pound ground (minced) beef
sea salt
black pepper freshly ground
4 ounces red onion (about 1/2 medium) diced
1/4 cup carrots finely chopped
1 clove garlic crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 cup heavy (double) cream
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chives quantity divided, sliced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions can be seen here
https://simplysohealthy.com/low-carb-creamy-cottage-pie/

All the best Jan