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Live in Leicester with my partner and next doors cat. Write rather strange fiction. Graduate in Ancient History and Archeology and have a Masters in Ancient History and Historiography. Both my dissertations have been published. I have a booklet on Roman Marriage

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Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: Chicken legs: 3 of 14
Lemon and Rosemary Chicken Legs Give the humble chicken leg a lift with this aromatic recipe. Rosemary and lemon impart a great flavour and aroma to an often overlooked and underrated part of the chicken. This recipe recommends oven baking. However, this makes a great barbecue dish. Simply allow the meat to marinate in the l... More..
Food & Drink > Dairy & Egg Recipes Recipes: Scrambled eggs: 11 of 46
Fancy a change from plain scrambled eggs? This recipe is the work of minutes and is a delicious variation on an old favorite. Light, flavorsome and moist, the only addition to the basic scrambled egg recipe you will need to make is feta cheese. The secret, however, is in how you cook it.... Ingredients (for one person): 3 eg... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Behind the name: Elsa: 2 of 8
Etymology, Origin and History. Meaning My god is a vow', Elsa' has been a popular Greek, Scandinavian and German name. However, its primary origins are Hebrew, from the name Eliseba which literally translates as my god gave the oath'. Gender: Female Pronunciation: ELsah Popularity Elsa seems to have been a popular name in th... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Orange fried bananas: 1 of 4
This decadent dessert is secretly virtuous, hiding two of your daily servings of fruit beneath whipped cream and brandy. Ingredients: 4 bananas, peeled and cut in half length ways. 25g/1oz butter 4 tbsp brandy 150ml/ whipping cream quarter teaspoon vanilla essence 2 tbsps flaked almonds 2 oranges, peeled and segmented. First... More..
Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: Crispy baked chicken: 2 of 7
Tangy Cheese Baked Chicken. Chicken breasts are an economical way of serving guests or family without the worry of leftovers. These stuffed chicken breasts, make the perfect main course for any meal. The mustard glaze gives the chicken a delicious savoury tang whilst browning the crisp skin beautifully. It also complements t... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Dumplings: 3 of 10
Boiled bread dumplings are an integral part of Czech Cuisine. There are various versions, some using only fat, flour and milk, others incorporating bread to produce a light but filling carbohydrate accompaniment to a variety of meals. Traditionally bread dumplings are served as an excellent way of soaking up the delicious sa... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Exercise to reduce stress: 7 of 22
Anxious, irritable, not sleeping? The chances are you are suffering from stress. Stress is not just an unpleasant inconvenience; it can also seriously damage your mental and physical health. Exercise is a great stress buster. Not only does it help work off tension, it can also repair the physical damage created by stress, st... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole: 8 of 25
Packed with goodness and flavour, this is a simple one pot meal that requires no accompaniment at all. Serves 4 Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 slices chopped bacon 4 chicken breasts, skinless 2 tablespoons flour Salt and black pepper 2 chopped onions 1 crushed garlic clove 400g/14oz chopped tinned tomatoes 75g/3oz bit... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Percy Bysshe Shelley: His life and death: 1 of 3
The talents of Percy Bysshe Shelley are often overshadowed by the more sensational aspects of his life. As well known for his romantic entanglements as his poetry, Shelley's political and philosophical notions and works are often overlooked. He was amongst the first of his class to consider the rights of the working man and ... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Black forest cake: 6 of 17
Black forest cake is real retro food, a sticky 1970's confection full of sugar, chocolate and cream It's a real indulgence. But who cares, its delicious. Serve this version as a wickedly indulgent dessert or just eat its own. It's perfect with a pot of coffee. Ingredients: 3 large eggs 75g/3oz sugar 50g/2oz plain flour 1 tab... More..