Jenni Muir
Jenni Muir is a freelance journalist and editor writing regularly on food, travel and health.
The lead author of The Guest List, chosen by Richard & Judy as one of their top Christmas books for 2006, she has also written A Cook's Guide to Grains, which was nominated for the Glenfiddich, Andre Simon and Guild of Food Writers' prizes, and A Place To Cook, an inspirational guide to cooking holidays around the world.
Jenni's work has appeared in publications including the Independent, Sunday Times, Express, Time Out and Easy Living. Jenni is based in London but returns frequently to her native Australia.
Books
A Cook's Guide to Grains
A Place to Cook: Inspiring Cookery Courses from Around the World (A Place To...)
The Guest List (AA Illustrated Reference Books)
Jenni Muir's Recipes
For a quick yet classy dessert it is hard to beat lightly crusted and grilled halves of juicy summery stone fruit
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10 min
Dates and time are the most important ingredients in this Mediterranean twist on the traditional British summer pud Eton Mess
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10 min
Succulent rounds of intensely flavoured and coloured dried apricots make a luscious compote when steeped in aromatic syrup
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20 min
Luscious amaretto liqueur adds sophistication to richly fruity apricot nectar in this adults-only jelly served with a dollop of thick, nutty cream
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15 min
An exotic combination of North African-style flavourings and creamy yogurt turns simple steamed veg into a sumptuous treat
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30 min
A sweet, tangy glaze with flecks of herbs turns tiny turnips into a glamorous side dish of beautifully balanced flavours
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25 min
This spicy twist on comfy old jacket potato and baked beans is full of lively flavours from around the world
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1 hr 40 min
A wonderfully simple, intensely fruity compote brings vibrant flavour and nutritional benefits to a gently warmed dish of light, creamy curds
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45 min
Sweet, juicy barley is offset by the naturally bitter taste of radicchio and rocket in this hearty salad perfect for the variable climate of spring
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47 min
Here's an exciting alternative to mashed potatoes that uses everyone's favourite creamy butter beans to deliciously comforting effect
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25 min
