Aug 23
This cheesecake is a thing of beauty. I couldn’t help but have 3 slices on the day I made it! Swirling the mango through the top makes for an impressive pattern. Change it up by adding any fruit purée. I think peach or raspberry would work magnificently. Find the recipe here
Aug 20
(To celebrate the launch of the Sam Stern’s newest cookbook, ‘Too Good To Share’, we are giving away a free signed copy to one lucky winner. For more details, click here.)
Sam Stern entered the culinary world as something of a wunderkind. He published his first cookbook, ‘Cooking Up A Storm’, at the tender age of 14. Ten years later, Sam has released six more cookbooks – on everything from vegetarian food to quick eats to a culinary Bible for students.
His newest release, ‘Too Good To Share’, tackles cooking for one.
After Nyne’s Laura Andrew caught up with Sam to talk cooking tips, tea and the ultimate meal.
So you published your first book at 14. How did your passion for food start so young?
I have a massive family with 2 vegetarians, 1 vegan and a couple of heavy meat eaters. Every meal time I had to cater for all these preferences so I got drafted in to help out by my Mum. I learnt to love it and my passion started from there. I just wanted to expand my repertoire and skill set, so I kept cooking new, challenging and exciting things. Also, food is delicious and why wouldn’t you love it!
You’ve recently published ‘Too Good to Share’ – which recipes are you most excited about?
All of them! I made sure that they all delivered maximum flavour whilst keeping the recipes and ingredients as simple as possible.
What advice would you give to someone who knows absolutely nothing about cooking?
Get someone to cook with you at the beginning. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes and if you do, blame them! Keep it simple and don’t be afraid to ask for help. You can even tweet me with questions @sam_stern
What would you have as your last meal on Earth and why?
A full roast chicken with all the trimmings. Oh and loads of gravy! It reminds me of family and happy memories. Can’t beat a roast!
Allegedly, you’re a big tea enthusiast . Favourite type?
Yorkshire gold. Well brewed and strong with just a splash of milk. Some green teas do the job on occasion too.
You’ve written a cookbook for practically everyone by this point – vegetarians, students and complete novices. What’s next?
Now that would be telling…. All I can say is that it will be very useful, easy to use and full of delicious food!
You can buy a copy of Sam’s new book, ‘Too Good To Share’, here.
Apr 3
Check out my carrot cupcake recipe here!
Sep 12
This super-smooth soup makes for a simple punchy lunch or a sofa cuppa soup – the mix of salty and sweet does it. If you’re not a bacon fan, make croutons!
Find the recipe here
May 26
I had to make something special for a few friends who were dropping by and i was a bit stumped. So after a bit of thought i went back to this old family favourite which transforms some very boring basic ingredients into something very special. Onions, eggs and pastry never tasted this good. When you try it, you will get the same enthusiastic response as my mates gave me. Don’t be fooled by the amount of time it takes to make the tart- only 30 or 40 minutes is you being hands on. The rest is just chilling, then oven time – which allows you to kick back with a cuppa. Even if you have no special occasion, it’s worth the cooking because it feeds 2 people for at least 3 days and it costs very little. Have a go and enjoy!
Find the recipe here
