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Spring Recipes

    
First Course

Salt and Pepper Squid

FEATURED A Chinese classic bursting with flavour. Chefspencil.com - Salt and Pepper Squid

Crab, Avocado, Pickled Ginger and Baby Herbs with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

FEATURED Wow factor with minimal effort! Chefspencil.com - Crab, Avocado, Pickled Ginger and Baby Herbs with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

Smoked Salmon with Watercress and Persian Fetta on Corn Fritters

Four simple ingredients, one luscious salad. Chefspencil.com - Smoked Salmon with Watercress and Persian Fetta on Corn Fritters

Beef Carpaccio with Capers, Parsley and Truffle Oil

A delicious, healthy, impressive and simple first course. Chefspencil.com - Beef Carpaccio with Capers, Parsley and Truffle Oil

Grilled Sardines on Red Pepper Coulis with Fresh Basil and Reduced Balsamic

A fresh and light dish to impress as a first or main course. Chefspencil.com - Grilled Sardines on Red Pepper Coulis with Fresh Basil and Reduced Balsamic

Pesto Crusted Lamb Cutlets with Eggplant and Olive Caponata

Crispy herbed lamb with stewed rich vegetables. Chefspencil.com - Pesto Crusted Lamb Cutlets with Eggplant and Olive Caponata

Smoked Salmon on Potato Rosti with Dill Creme Fraiche and Watercress

A stunning little first course to impress your guest's eyes and tastebuds. Chefspencil.com - Smoked Salmon on Potato Rosti with Dill Creme Fraiche and Watercress

Tomato, Bean and Avocado Salad with Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

A beautiful barbecue or picnic alternative to light leaf salads and heavy potato salads. Chefspencil.com - Tomato, Bean and Avocado Salad with Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Antipasto

The Italian way to start a gathering. Chefspencil.com - Antipasto

Braised Lamb Shank

Braised Lamb Shank with a natural jus reduction Chefspencil.com - Braised Lamb Shank

Zucchini, Lemon Thyme & Ginger Soup

A quick and easy recipe with the benefit of being very healthy. Chefspencil.com - Zucchini, Lemon Thyme & Ginger Soup

Eggplant, Miso and Chilli Soup

A great way to celebrate this under appreciated spring vegetable. Chefspencil.com - Eggplant, Miso and Chilli Soup

Chicken Cakes with Avocado Mayonnaise and Tomato Salsa

Many flavours for your many tastebuds. Chefspencil.com - Chicken Cakes with Avocado Mayonnaise and Tomato Salsa

Salade Nicoise

The classic French inspired Tuna salad. Chefspencil.com - Salade Nicoise

Insalata Caprese

Tomato & Boconccinni salad Chefspencil.com - Insalata Caprese

Thai Fish Cakes with Coriander and Cucumber Dipping Salsa

A perfect first course to most Asian dinners, or as a canape. Chefspencil.com - Thai Fish Cakes with Coriander and Cucumber Dipping Salsa

Spinach Salad with Chorizo and Fetta

With fresh spinach and sauteed sausage this salad will please the Yin and Yang of your being. Chefspencil.com - Spinach Salad with Chorizo and Fetta

Seared Scallops with Red Papaya Salad

Fresh scallops with a tropical feel. Chefspencil.com - Seared Scallops with Red Papaya Salad

White Asparagus & Seared Scallops in Tomato-Tarragon Vinaigrette

A seasonal appetizers for the first warm days Chefspencil.com - White Asparagus & Seared Scallops in Tomato-Tarragon Vinaigrette

Spiced Salmon 39º with Spinach & Mascarpone Praline and Hollandaise Foam

A smooth and silky recipe to cleanse your palate before an entree! Chefspencil.com - Spiced Salmon 39º with Spinach & Mascarpone Praline and Hollandaise Foam

Pan Seared Cuttlefish with Squid Ink Risotto

Equally impresive on the palate as on the plate. Chefspencil.com - Pan Seared Cuttlefish with Squid Ink Risotto

Salt & Pepper Octopus with Green Apple, cucumber salad and Carrot Ginger Jus

Wonderfull for an al fresco lunch! Chefspencil.com - Salt & Pepper Octopus with Green Apple, cucumber salad and Carrot Ginger Jus

Citrus Ginger Duck with Tomato and Spinach Salad

No one will complain about this one.... Chefspencil.com - Citrus Ginger Duck with Tomato and Spinach Salad

Smoked Salmon & Fennel

Towards a Healthy way of Eating!!! Chefspencil.com - Smoked Salmon & Fennel
Main Course

Paella

FEATURED Rice, saffron, olive oil, garlic and seafood; as Spanish as it gets. Chefspencil.com - Paella

Spice Crusted Chicken with Orange and Ginger Beurre Blanc

FEATURED Contrasts that compliment make this dish unique. Chefspencil.com - Spice Crusted Chicken with Orange and Ginger Beurre Blanc

Grilled Lamb Cutlets with Mint and Walnut Pesto

An Italian recipe inspired by an English tradition. Chefspencil.com - Grilled Lamb Cutlets with Mint and Walnut Pesto

Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon Fillet with Wilted Spinach and Lemon Beurre Blanc

The contrasts of crispy prosciutto and tender salmon come together beautifully under the beurre blanc. Chefspencil.com - Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon Fillet with Wilted Spinach and Lemon Beurre Blanc

Chinese Spicy Ribs

East meets west in this beautiful recipe. Chefspencil.com - Chinese Spicy Ribs

Braised Rabbit Leg with Mushroom Filling in Grappa Raisin Sauce

Delicate light rabbit a real alternative to chicken Chefspencil.com - Braised Rabbit Leg with Mushroom Filling in Grappa Raisin Sauce

Asian Braised Pork Belly with Crab, Apple and Daikon Salsa

Slowly braised pork that will also keep the salad crowd very happy. Chefspencil.com - Asian Braised Pork Belly with Crab, Apple and Daikon Salsa

Braised Ligurian Style Dormouse

Ancient recipe used by Ligurian Fisherman. Chefspencil.com - Braised Ligurian Style Dormouse

Norwegian Stockfish in Fricassée with Royal Crab, Spring Vegetables, Avocado and Tomato

A northern Italian classic with a twist. Chefspencil.com - Norwegian Stockfish in Fricassée with Royal Crab, Spring Vegetables, Avocado and Tomato

Ricotta & Walnut Stuffed Field Mushroom on Herbed Polenta with Buttered French Beans and Roast Pepper & Port Jus

A beautiful vegetarian main for that special occasion. Chefspencil.com - Ricotta & Walnut Stuffed Field Mushroom on Herbed Polenta with Buttered French Beans and Roast Pepper & Port Jus

Harissa Marinated Chicken on Corn and Coriander Fritters with Pineapple Salsa

A perfect combination, fiery Harissa balanced with the sweetness of fruit salsa. Chefspencil.com - Harissa Marinated Chicken on Corn and Coriander Fritters with Pineapple Salsa

Spiced Fish on Citrus and Mint Cous Cous

Fresh fish and citrus fruit, a great way to welcome spring. Chefspencil.com - Spiced Fish on Citrus and Mint Cous Cous

Ocean Trout with Garlic Pepper Sauce

Delicate fish meets spicy Thai sauce. Chefspencil.com - Ocean Trout with Garlic Pepper Sauce

Thyme Crusted Swordfish with Fattoush and Lime Mayonnaise

A light yet filling fish dish. Chefspencil.com - Thyme Crusted Swordfish with Fattoush and Lime Mayonnaise

Pasta Aglio Olio

Literally translated, it means garlic & oil (extra virgin of course). Chefspencil.com - Pasta Aglio Olio
Dessert

Panna Cotta with New Season Berry Compote

FEATURED Creamy baked milk paired with the sweetness of fresh spring berries. Chefspencil.com - Panna Cotta with New Season Berry Compote

Licorice Parfait with Lime Syrup

FEATURED One of Luke's top selling desserts. Chefspencil.com - Licorice Parfait with Lime Syrup

Red Wine and Grand Marnier Sorbet

A simple and light way to finish a meal. Chefspencil.com - Red Wine and Grand Marnier Sorbet

Apple Tarte Tatin with Chambord Syrup and Cinnamon Cream

Not a French apple tart, but a traditional French tart with apples. Chefspencil.com - Apple Tarte Tatin with Chambord Syrup and Cinnamon Cream

Lemon Tart with Dragonfruit Puree and double cream

Really sweet, a little sour and just delicious Chefspencil.com - Lemon Tart with Dragonfruit Puree and double cream

Cinnamon Tea Cake

A tasty little cake with a crumbly texture Chefspencil.com - Cinnamon Tea Cake

Chocolate and Cointreau Panna Cotta with Raspberry Coulis

An easy, prepare the day before impressive and decadent dessert. Chefspencil.com - Chocolate and Cointreau Panna Cotta with Raspberry Coulis

Prune and Armagnac Soufflé With its Own Ice-Cream

Unique ingredients married in this decadent classic. Chefspencil.com - Prune and Armagnac Soufflé With its Own Ice-Cream

Passionfruit Tart

Passion fruit heaven in a light pastry crust. Chefspencil.com - Passionfruit Tart
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