Julie Friend

  This is the most delicious sourdough loaf made by my big sister Rita. She is as competitive as I am and when she sets her mind to start something new she goes for it big time and wants to be the very best. She loved sourdough bread but couldn't find anything...

I have put this under the 'Laugh often' section as the MasterChef process was really one of the best things I have ever experienced, great fun and ultimately it has changed my life. From Loyd through to some of my judges - John Prescott, Shaun Hill, Anton Edelman -...

Don’t feel constrained to use basil, a pinch of dried or fresh oregano will also work.Preparation Time25 MinutesCooking Time10-15 MinutesTotal Time40 MinsIngredients:Makes 10-12 thin pancakes 100g Plain Flour 2 large free-range eggs 300ml milk (ideally semi-skimmed or...

This stew is absolutely perfect for a quick mid-week supper but as with many dishes of this kind, the flavour matures when left overnight. You could add chicken to make it even more substantial. I would gently fry or oven roast some fillets until just done and then...

As lockdown was announced I, like many in my industry, watched as my freelance chef work fell like dominoes from my diary. Thankfully, I had some regular writing work still for Kent Life magazine, but that was about it – parties, weddings and supper clubs were...

A basic tomato sauce is the starting point for so many great dishes and for somebody with a passion for Italy like me, it is a staple that has to be permanently ready, either in fridge of freezer. Throw in some fried chorizo and a few olives and combined with your...