Hi! I'm Daen, the internet’s garlic and olive oil girl and the creator behind Daen’s Kitchen. I am a Mediterranean inspired home cook with Italian and Spanish roots, and I have built a community of over 8 million people who love simple yet impressive and delicious Mediterranean food. My cooking is all about big flavours, approachable recipes and the little foundations that make home cooking feel effortless. Expect lots of garlic confit, no knead focaccia, homemade breadcrumbs, one pot orzos, olive oil cakes and all the nostalgic dishes I grew up with.
The cosiest soup I'll be making this weekend
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Hello Reader, There are very few things more comforting than a big pot of homemade soup bubbling away on the stove, and this potato and leek soup is one I come back to every winter. It's one of my favourite recipes because it feels both comforting and clever in the kitchen. The entire leek gets used, so nothing goes to waste. The tender white and pale green parts melt into the soup, while the darker green tops are crisped up until golden to create the most delicious crunchy garnish. I also love adding crispy bacon for a little extra depth and saltiness, but it's completely optional if you'd prefer to keep it vegetarian. One of the best things about this soup is that it's incredibly freezer friendly. I always recommend making a double batch because you'll thank yourself when the next cold, rainy day rolls around. Simply thaw, warm it through and dinner is done. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Truly so yummy! I made this a few weeks ago and froze it for a rainy day. So glad that I did! It turned out just as tasty as the day I made it." — Freya If you're looking for something cosy to cook this week, I can't recommend this one enough.
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Hi! I'm Daen, the internet’s garlic and olive oil girl and the creator behind Daen’s Kitchen. I am a Mediterranean inspired home cook with Italian and Spanish roots, and I have built a community of over 8 million people who love simple yet impressive and delicious Mediterranean food. My cooking is all about big flavours, approachable recipes and the little foundations that make home cooking feel effortless. Expect lots of garlic confit, no knead focaccia, homemade breadcrumbs, one pot orzos, olive oil cakes and all the nostalgic dishes I grew up with.
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