Step 1 To make the brine, place all of the ingredients in a large saucepan, pour in 2.5 litres of water and gradually bring to the boil, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve. Once it has come to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and…

Step 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6. Place one tablespoon of the olive oil in a shallow non-metallic dish. Add the rosemary and most of the thyme, then season generously with black pepper. Add the minute steaks, turning to coat, then either use immediately (or cover with clingfilm and chill for up to 24…

Step 1 Heat two tablespoons of the oil in a large frying pan and preheat the grill.  Fry the onions for 10 minutes until softened and golden, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle over the sugar and balsamic vinegar and then cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and is slightly syrupy, stirring continuously. Tip…

Step 1 Pre-heat your oven to 220C/200C fan Step 2 Place all of the burger ingredients into a large bowl and using your hands, mix them together until all of the liquid has been absorbed by the meat. Step 3 Divide the mixture into 4 and using you hands form them into 4 burgers. Note –…

Step 1 To make the aioli, break the egg into the food processor and add the garlic, half a teaspoon of salt and the vinegar, sugar, mustard and half of the olive oil. Secure the lid and whizz for 10 seconds. Step 2 Leave to stand for a couple of seconds, then turn on again and…

Step 1 To make the shallot and tarragon butter, heat the oil and a knob of the butter in a small pan. Add the shallots and gently fry for 6-8 minutes until softened but not coloured. Leave to cool, then beat in the peppercorns, mustard, tarragon, chives and the remaining butter. Spoon on to a…

Step 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into wedges then place on a baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss until evenly coated, then season with salt and roast for about 30 minutes until cooked through and lightly golden. Step 2 Place the minced beef in…

Step 1 Arrange the beef medallions on a plate and spread over the cracked mixed peppercorns, pressing down to form a thick crust. Season with salt. Step 2 Heat 15 g of the butter and the oil in a frying pan. Add the beef fillets and sauté for 3 minutes on each side for medium rare,…

Step 1 Two days before you are planning to barbecue, mix the rub together and put into a large ziplock bag. Add the beef ribs and massage the barbecue rub into the flesh. Step 2 Meanwhile, up to 2 days in advance make the glaze. Heat the oil in a large pan and sauté the…