Blogs by Belinda

Gluten Free Chocolate Fudge Brownies

Thursday 18th March 2010

Makes 16 brownies These are absolutely delicious, particularly when slightly undercooked and really gooey in the middle so be sure to test with a skewer. (NB: The SheerLuxe team has tried and tested these and we can attest to their yumminess!) Ingredients: 115g Unsalted Butter 115g Dark Chocolate 290g Soft Light Brown Sugar 4 Large Eggs 125g Ground Almonds 100g Rice Flour 45g...

Lentil Soup

Tuesday 16th March 2010

Serves 6-8 This is a very hearty Middle Eastern recipe. Ingredients 3 Tbsp Olive Oil 1 Large Onion – Chopped 1 Celery Stalk – Chopped 1 Carrot – Chopped 375g Small Red Lentils – rinsed if necessary 2 Litres Chicken Stock Juice of 1 Lemon 1 Tsp Ground Cumin Freshly Ground Black Pepper and Salt Heat the oil in a large saucepan and then...

Curried Crab Pancakes

Monday 15th February 2010

This recipe looks incredibly stylish, is wonderfully easy to prepare and should definitely be tried any time of year – not just Shrove Tuesday. Serves 4 for lunch or 6 as a starter Ingredients 7 Ready Made Pancakes (Waitrose do excellent ones but be sure to buy the non-sweet ones) 12-14 Tbsp Hellmans Mayonnaise 2 Tsp Curry Powder 5...

Ben’s Winter Broccoli Salad

Monday 1st February 2010

This is my son’s recipe. He prepared it for me for a girls' lunch just recently and it was hugely appreciated by all present. Serves 4 Ingredients Medium Head of Broccoli 180g Strong Cheddar Cheese 8 Rashers Streaky Bacon 4 Spring Onions 200g Hellmans Mayonnaise 6tsp Caster Sugar 6tsp Balsamic Vinegar Freshly Ground Black Pepper and Salt Grill the bacon until really crisp and...

Beef Stew

Thursday 21st January 2010

This is the perfect comfort food for January. It's perfect for a supper party and benefits greatly from being made the day before and then reheated in a moderate oven for approximately 45 minutes when required. For a little variety I'd suggest adding sliced carrots, rinsed cannellini beans or fried button mushrooms...

Lime and Sesame Chicken

Friday 8th January 2010

Serves 4 Prep time - 15 mins (plus marinating) Cooking time - 10 mins 280 Calories per serving Ingredients 4 Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into strips 2 Lemongrass Stalks, peeled and very finely chopped 2 Limes 4 Garlic cloves, peeled and crushed Small Onion, peeled and finely chopped 30ml Sunflower Oil 15ml Sesame Oil 1Tbsp Sesame Seeds Grate the rind of the limes and then squeeze...

Tagliatelle with Salmon and Dill

Thursday 24th December 2009

This is a delicious yet quick and easy supper dish using fresh salmon although smoked salmon cut into strips could be used instead. Serves 4 Ingredients 300g Salmon Fillet 3 Tbsp Dry White Wine 1 Tbsp Chopped Dill 25g Butter 425g Fresh Tagliatelle Verde (the dry variety can also be used) 4 Tbsp Double Cream Freshly Ground Black Pepper and Salt Dill Sprigs...

Torres Artichoke Dip

Wednesday 16th December 2009

Here's a lovely recipe for a delicious hot dip – perfect for the party season. Ingredients: 400g Tin of artichoke hearts in water 70g Grated parmesan cheese 4Tbsp Mayonnaise Lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper Drain the artichoke hearts and give them a gentle squeeze to remove as much of the water as possible. Place the artichokes, parmesan and...

Warm Chorizo and Chick Pea Salad

Thursday 29th October 2009

Serves 4 Prep time - 50 mins A hearty supper with a kick for those chilly nights. Ingredients 75ml Olive Oil 200g Sliced Chorizo Sausage 200g Peeled and Chopped Red Onion 1 Large Red Pepper – cored, deseeded and thinly sliced 3 Garlic Cloves – peeled and finely chopped 1 Tsp Cumin Seeds Two x 440g tins Chick Peas – drained and rinsed 2...

Bacon and Mushroom Frittata

Thursday 17th September 2009

Serves 4 Prep time - 30 mins Very good lunch or supper dish. Serve with roasted tomatoes and a nice crisp green salad. Ingredients 150g Smoked Back Bacon 175g Mushrooms 225g Boiled New Potatoes 6 Large Free Range Eggs 50g Mature Cheddar Cheese 6 Spring Onions Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper 1tbsp Olive Oil Chop the bacon, slice the mushrooms, potatoes and spring onions...

Grilled Salmon Fillet with Crushed Peas and Tarragon

Friday 4th September 2009

Serves 4 Prep time - approx 45 mins Needless to say, wild salmon is best for this seasonal dish. Ingredients 4 x 180g (approx) Salmon Fillets A Little Oil for Brushing 150g Shelled Fresh Peas 2tsp Caster Sugar Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper Butter 3 Shallots 120ml Double Cream 1tbsp Chopped Fresh Tarragon Leaves Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and...

Vietnamese Chicken Salad

Tuesday 11th August 2009

Serves 4 Prep time - approx 30 mins This is a delicious and fresh summery recipe. It is also very useful for using up leftover roast chicken. Ingredients 3 Skinless Chicken Breasts 50g Raw Unsalted Peanuts 100g Thin Rice Noodles Half a Cucumber 4 Little Gem Lettuces Bunch Coriander Bunch Mint (For the dressing) 3tbsp Fish Sauce 3tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice 1.5 tbsp Soy Sauce 2tbsp Sunflower...

Thai Style Omelette

Wednesday 15th July 2009

Serves 2 or one very hungry one Prep time - 10 mins This is the biggest cheat ever but delicious and so quick and easy to prepare. Pefect for lunch in a hurry or supper when the cupboard (or the wallet for that matter!) is a bit bare. Ingredients 2 Eggs 1 Packet Instant Noodles – Tom...

Vodka Slush

Thursday 2nd July 2009

Serves 10 Prep time - 5 mins Yippee! The barbecue season is well under way and this lovely refreshing drink is perfect for any summer occasion. These quantities make about 10 glasses: Ingredients 300ml Diluted Lime Cordial 300ml Lemonade 200ml Water 300ml Vodka 150ml Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Sugar to taste Combine all of the above ingredients and freeze for several hours. To serve,...

Stilton, Beetroot & Smoked Duck Salad

Friday 26th June 2009

Serves 4 as a starter or 2 as a main course Prep time - 5 mins A delicious salad using seasonal ingredients. Ingredients 1 Bunch Watercress, sprigs picked 1 Bunch Baby Red or Golden Beetroot, boiled in salted water until tender and then cooled, peeled and quartered 2 Firm Pears, halved, cored and thinly sliced lengthways 2 Smoked Duck...

Onion Chutney & Goats Cheese Tart

Monday 8th June 2009

Serves 4 as a starter or 2 as a main course. Prep time - 5 mins Cooking time - 20 mins It is now possible to buy delicious Onion Chutneys from a variety of suppliers. My preference would be a caramelised red onion chutney if possible. Ingredients 200g Ready Rolled Puff Pastry 3tbsp Onion Chutney 1...

Herby Baked Fish

Thursday 28th May 2009

Serves 4 Prep time - 15 mins Cooking time - 1 hr, 10 mins Delicious and so easy to prepare. Ingredients 1kg Waxy Potatoes 1 Large Onion 4 x 150g Red Mullet Fillets or Sea Bream Fillets 1 tbsp Good Quality Mixed Dried Herbs Olive Oil Juice of Half a Lemon Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper Preheat the oven to 200C (400F, Gas Mark...

Chocolate Fondant

Thursday 14th May 2009

Serves 8-10 Prep time - 5 mins Cooking time - 30 mins An utterly delicious pud and completely foolproof to make. Additional options for this recipe are a slug of brandy or a small handful of chopped walnuts but I prefer it completely plain. Ingredients 350g Good Quality Dark Chocolate 250g Caster Sugar 125g Butter 6 Eggs, beaten Half Dessert Spoon Plain...

Leek & Bacon Soup

Thursday 30th April 2009

Serves 6 Prep time - 10 mins Cooking time - approx 1 hour This is a delicious thick and hearty soup. Perfect for a comforting lunch. It can be liquidised for a smooth soup or served with the leek and bacon chunks in tact. Ingredients 60g Butter 2 tbsp Sunflower Oil 2 Medium Onions, skinned and chopped 120g Smoked Bacon,...

Middle Eastern Roast Leg of Lamb

Monday 19th January 2009

Serves 6-8 Prep time - 10 mins Cooking time - approx 3 hours This is a very authentic and deliciously warming meal. Easy to prepare and once it is in the oven you have very little to think about. Ingredients 1 Large Leg of Lamb 3-4 Garlic Cloves, peeled and sliced thinly 750g Potatoes, thickly sliced 2 Large Onions, sliced 500g...

Baked Chicken with Madeira Pancetta Cream Sauce

Friday 26th December 2008

Serves - 6 Prep time - 10 mins Cooking time - approx 35 mins I have just served this delicious dish to some friends. It was extremely favourably received yet very quick and easy to prepare. Ingredients 6 Chicken Breasts with skins on 125g Cubed Pancetta 200ml Madeira 3 Large Egg Yolks 300ml Double Cream 75g Grated Parmesan Cheese Pinch Ground Nutmeg 2tbsp Chopped...

Haricot Beans with Tomato

Tuesday 9th December 2008

Serves 4 Prep Time - 15 mins Cooking Time - approx 1 hour, 10 mins This is a delicious and warming wintery side dish. Excellent served with any roast or grilled meat, particularly lamb. Ingredients 225g Dried Haricot Beans (or Cannellini Beans) 1 Bouquet Garni 1 Small Onion, peeled and left whole 675g Ripe tomatoes, peeled and roughly chopped (or...

Perfect Cheese Souffle

Monday 10th November 2008

Serves 2 Prep Time - 20 mins Cooking Time - 25 mins Cheese souffle is such a luxurious dish but the ingredients are incredibly basic and inexpensive so this is a brilliant credit crunch supper! Ingredients 12g Butter 1 rounded tbsp Plain Flour 125ml Milk 50g Strong Cheddar 2 Eggs Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper Preheat the oven to 220C (gas mark 7)...

Pumpkin Gratin

Thursday 16th October 2008

Serves 6 Prep Time - 10 minutes Cooking Time - approx 45 minutes Turn your Halloween pumpkin into this hearty and delicious autumnal dish. Ingredients 675g pumpkin – peeled, deseeded and cut into bite-sized chunks 1 ped onion – thinly sliced 2 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves – crushed For The Sauce: 50g butter 3 tbsp plain flour 450ml milk 150ml double cream 40g parmesan cheese pinch...

Mango Mousse

Tuesday 23rd September 2008

Serves 6 Cooking Time – 15 approx minutes (allow time for the mousse to set also) Here’s anther very quick and easy but delicious pud. Ingredients 2 mangoes 75g sifted icing sugar Juice of two limes 2 tsps gelatine, soaked in two tbsp cold water 284ml whipped double cream Cut the mangoes in half lengthways and scrape out the...

Broad Bean & Pea Couscous

Saturday 6th September 2008

Serves 6 Prep Time – 5 minutes Cooking Time – approx 35 minutes This aromatic dish is perfect served with warm or cold lamb. Ingredients 300ml chicken stock 250g cous cous 150g frozen petit pois 200g frozen broad beans 6 spring onions Good handful of chopped parlsey, chives and marjoram Juice of 1 lemon 50ml good quality olive oil 1tsp clear honey Boil...

Chicken Salad...

Wednesday 20th August 2008

Let’s try to hang on to all thing summer whilst we still, technically, can...This is a lovely summery dish and one of the most delicious chicken salads I’ve ever tasted. I’m not going to give exact quantities here as it’s one of those dishes that you need to adjust according to your...

Lamb, Rocket and Parmesan Risotto

Tuesday 5th August 2008

Serves 2 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 45 minutes Lamb is so delicious at this time of year, it’s a shame not to use it at any given opportunity and lamb steaks are very good value just now. Ingredients 225g lean lamb leg steaks, cut into small cubes (try The Well Hung Meat...

Thai Roast Pork Salad...

Thursday 17th July 2008

Serves 4-5 Prep Time – 15 minutes Cooking Time – very little! This is a very tasty and unusual salad - perfect for a summer supper or even a picnic. Cook a larger than usual joint of pork for Sunday lunch and use the rest for this dish. It’s equally good with roast...

Mushroom and Sardine Pâté

Friday 4th July 2008

Serves 6-8 Prep Time – 5 minutes Cooking Time – 10 minutes Please read on! Do not be put off by the sardines. Whenever I serve this to my guests, everyone adores it but no one can ever guess what’s in it! And with sardines being so high in omega fish oils,...

Spanish Chicken...

Thursday 19th June 2008

Serves 6 Prep Time – 10 -15 minutes (plus time to marinate) Cooking Time – approx 50 minutes This dish is full of so many delicious flavours. It’s very robust so it just needs to be served with some new potatoes and steamed green vegetables. Ingredients 4 cloves garlic crushed 1-2 tbsp oregano Half a cup red...

Lentil & Goats Cheese Stew...

Wednesday 28th May 2008

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – 20-25 minutes This is really tasty dish and is perfect for vegetarians. But if no meat is simply not an option (!) then it works well with chicken too. Ingredients 150g green lentils 1 carrot – diced 2 celery stalks – diced 1 waxy potato – diced 2 cloves garlic...

Fudge Sauce

Friday 9th May 2008

Makes 250ml Prep Time – virtually none! Cooking Time – 5-10 minutes I was trying to think of a really good pudding recipe for this entry but came to the conclusion that no-one has the time to spend hours producing a stunning pud that your guests then just push around the plate anxious about...

Lime and Chilli Fish

Wednesday 23rd April 2008

Serves 8 Prep Time – minutes Cooking Time – approx 15 minutes Delicious and easy to prepare. The recipe states that you should cook the fish in banana leaves which does look impressive but you can just use foil. Ingredients 4 stalks lemongrass 4 fresh red thai chillies - seeded and thinly sliced 4 Garlic Cloves...

Lasagne al Forno

Tuesday 8th April 2008

Serves 6 Prep Time – approx 25 minutes Cooking Time – 20-30 minutes This is an absolutely delicious version. Much tastier and more sophisticated than the bog standard recipe. Definitely different enough to serve at a dinner party. It can be prepared the day before and refrigerated or, ahead of...

Leek and Bacon Timbales

Wednesday 19th March 2008

Leek and Bacon Timbales Serves 6 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 45 minutes A great starter, these can be prepared ahead of time but if you store them in the fridge, allow them to return to room temperature before you cook them. Ingredients 80g parmesan cheese, finely grated 2tbsp olive oil 4 medium leeks, tough...

Butternut Squash and Cumin Soup

Thursday 6th March 2008

Serves 6 Prep Time – depends whether you’ve bought ready chopped squash or not!) Cooking Time – 45 minutes Butternut squash is now available pretty much everywhere. If you’re feeling lazy you can buy it ready peeled and chopped from OrganicDelivery.co.uk. And do use cumin seeds as opposed ready ground as the...

Sauteed Chicken Livers

Friday 22nd February 2008

Serves 6 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – 10-15 minutes Chicken livers are so underrated. They are cheap, delicious and so quick to prepare. For a light supper with the girls I would normally serve this recipe over assorted salad leaves but if you want something more substantial it’s good...

Winter Root Mash

Wednesday 6th February 2008

Serves about 8 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 30 minutes This is a very delicious dish to serve with just about any meat and it’s particularly good (and something a bit different) alongside your Sunday roast. It’s so useful to be able to prepare it in advance and just...

Sausage Pie

Wednesday 23rd January 2008

Serves 6-8 Prep Time – approx 30 mins Cooking Time – approx 35 mins January – cold, wet, grey weather. The perfect time of year for comfort food and here is the ultimate comfort food recipe. I was given this by a great friend whose whole family adores it. It has become...

Mango Pheasant

Wednesday 9th January 2008

Serves 4-6 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 40 minutes January’s a good time to be eating game and here’s a delicious and very easy recipe for pheasant. Definitely good enough to serve at a winter dinner party; the flavour of the pheasant is so superior to chicken. Online butcher, Aubrey...

Chestnut and Parsnip Stuffing

Wednesday 19th December 2007

Serves approx 8 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 20 minutes Calories – Christmas isnt the time to calorie count! This stuffing is absolutely delicious with the Christmas turkey. Not at all stodgy, it’s sweet and aromatic. Ingredients 20g dried mushrooms 150ml hot water 4cm fresh ginger 4 cloves garlic 50 dried apricots 375g parsnips 50g butter 1 tbsp olive...

Fabulous Flapjacks

Thursday 22nd November 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – nil! Cooking Time – 15-20 minutes Calories... Calories, forget the calories, these are the best flapjacks you will ever taste. Like brownies, just make sure you don’t over bake them. They’re definitely best eaten on the day you make them but will last well for quite some time...

Spiced Parsnip Soup

Wednesday 7th November 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 15 minutes Cooking Time – approx 30 minutes (nb freezing not recommended) With Autumn in full swing, this is a delicious and warming soup. The Local Food Company are suppliers of delicious organic vegetables. They currently have some lovely parsnips from Devon at £2.98 per kilo. Ingredients 2tbs Olive Oil 500g...

Oven Baked Thai Chicken Risotto

Wednesday 24th October 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 35 minutes Calories – approx 450 This is a wonderfully easy risotto recipe as it can be left to cook in the oven. No standing at the hob stirring away with dinner guests left to fend for themselves! Ingredients 8 chicken thighs - skinned...

Carrots Glazed with Caraway & Pernod

Wednesday 10th October 2007

Serves 4-6 Prep Time – 5 minutes Cooking Time – approx 20 minutes Calories – approx 350 This is a delicious way to deal with the boring carrot. If you wish, you can substitute the pernod with water. Equally delicious is the use of cumin and cointreau instead of caraway and pernod. Ingredients...

Italian Chicken

Wednesday 26th September 2007

Serves 6 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 20 minutes Calories – approx 350 So easy and so delicious for a midweek supper. Actually good enough to serve at a dinner party. Ingredients (Visit online farmer’s market Natoora for some of the best parma ham.) 6 Medium Skin Free Chicken Breasts Pesto Sauce Parmesan...

Grilled Trout with Chilli and Coriander

Wednesday 19th September 2007

Serves 2 Prep Time – 15 minutes Cooking Time – 2 minutes Calories – approx 300 This is a very light and tasty dish and it’s a great mid week supper for two. The use of yoghurt instead of coconut milk makes it a very healthy option and you can use...

Broccoli & Cauliflower Salad

Wednesday 12th September 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 5 minutes Cooking Time – 5 minutes Calories – approx 150 This is an unusual and tasty salad. It goes really well served with rice or new potatoes alongside grilled fish or meat. Ingredients 250g broccoli florets 250g cauliflower florets 50g hazlenuts – lightly roasted, skins removed and then coarsely ground 1 tablespoon...

Onion, Feta Cheese and Pine Nut Tarts

Tuesday 4th September 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 15 minutes Chilling Time – 30 minutes Cooking Time – 15 minutes This is a perfect light lunch or supper for the girls and is delicious served with a lemony dressed crispy green salad and a glass of wine. Ingredients For delicious feta, olives, sun dried tomatoes, pine nuts and...

Creamy Prawn Pots

Wednesday 29th August 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 10 minutes Calories – approx 350 per serving A tasty, comforting and easy to prepare starter. Ingredients 175g defrosted frozen prawns (Visit Frozen Fish Direct for an array of tasty prawns delivered direct to your door.) Half tsp paprika 2 tsp plain flour 25g butter 250g button mushrooms, cut...

Fusilli with Organic Chicken and Rosemary

Tuesday 14th August 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time - 20 minutes Calories – approx 400-500 per serving Ingredients 750g skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips (Visit Daylesford Organic for organic chicken with its own distinctive flavour and succulence.) 50g butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 250g button mushrooms. Sliced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1.5 tbsp plain flour 250ml chicken stock 4 tbsp...

Cod Fillet with Spicy Chickpea & Rocket Salad

Wednesday 8th August 2007

Serves 6 Prep Time – 15 minutes Cooking Time - 20 minutes Calories – approx 300 per serving This salad also goes very well with chicken, lamb and salmon or for vegitarians it’s good on its own in a warmed pitta bread. Ingredients 6 x 150g cod fillets. (Visit The FishWorks for fresh cod...

Chilled Tomato and Basil Soup

Wednesday 1st August 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes (plus chilling overnight) Cooking Time - 20 minutes Calories – approx 150 per serving This flavoursome soup is best made the day before you eat it. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil or for added flavour Womersley Basil Infused Sunflower Oil (pictured) 1 medium onion, chopped 1 potato, chopped 500g tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato puree 20...

Pork Char Siu

Wednesday 25th July 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes (plus marinating overnight) Cooking Time - 45 minutes Calories – approx 375 per serving This chinese roasted pork dish is delicious served with any steamed green vegetables, particulary pak or bok choi. Ingredients 1kg boneless pork shoulder cut into 5cm slices 35g fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped x10 garlic cloves,...

‘Gail’s Chicken’

Wednesday 18th July 2007

Serves – 6 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time - approx 40 minutes Calories – approx 350 per serving So named after the friend who first served me this delicious dish. Very quick and easy to prepare. A one dish supper and if you avoid the chicken skin, healthy too....

Layered Salad

Wednesday 11th July 2007

Serves – 6 Prep Time – about 30 minutes in total Refrigerate overnight Calories – approx 300 per serving This is another delicious idea for a picnic or a summer lunch, and the great thing is that it’s best made the day before. You can vary it by adding chopped ham, cooked chicken...

Tuna Tartare

Wednesday 4th July 2007

Serves – 6 Prep Time – 15 minutes Refrigerate for 30mins Calories – 150 per serving This makes a delicious and light starter for summer dinner parties. Ingredients 200g very fresh tuna 1 tbsp capers, drained, rinsed and finely chopped 2 tsp horseradish 80ml lime juice 2 small tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 avocado, chopped into...

Best Ever Chocolate Brownies

Wednesday 27th June 2007

Serves – approx 16 Prep Time – 15 minutes Cooking Time – approx 15 minutes Calories – depends how many you eat! These really are the best ever chocolate brownies. Perfect for picnic tea or serve with strawberries for an easy pudding. Ingredients 112g butter 112g dark chocolate 285g soft light brown sugar 4 large eggs 225g plain flour 42g cocoa powder Preheat over...

Chicken & Pork Terrine

Monday 18th June 2007

Serves 10 Prep Time - 30 minutes Cooking Time – 1hr – 1hr 15 Calories - 250 per thin slice (but low in carbs!) With the picnic season in full swing, this recipe takes a bit of effort but is so easy to serve and looks very impressive. Ingredients 2lb lean...

Warm Chicken and Mint Salad

Wednesday 6th June 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time - 10 minutes Cooking Time - 5 minutes Calories - 150 per serving This warm dish is also delicious served cold making it perfect for a picnic. Ingredients 400g skinless chicken breasts 1 medium red onion Half a green pepper 1 small red chilli, deseeded 1 bunch fresh mint 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp fish sauce 1.5 tbsp lemon juice 1...

Sausages with Prunes and Bacon

Wednesday 23rd May 2007

Serves 4-6 Prep Time – almost no time Cooking Time – about 25 minutes Calories – depends how indulgent your sausages are and how streaky your bacon is! With the barbecue season fast approaching, here is something to liven up the bog standard British banger. Ingredients 12 good quality pork based thick sausages 250g pitted prunes...

Pork Steaks with Sage and Apple

Thursday 17th May 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 5 minutes Cooking Time - 10 minutes Cals per Serving 370 per serving Pork steaks can often taste bland and boring but this recipe is so tasty. I’d highly recommend the tender pork loin steaks from Donald Russell. Ingredients 4 Pork Steaks approx 150g each 4 slices Parma Ham 8...

Hot and Spicy Fish Cutlets

Tuesday 8th May 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 10 minutes Cooking Time – approx 10 minutes Calories – 270 per serving These are too easy for words and are especially good on the BBQ when you want an uncomplicated alternative to meat. Ingredients 4 white fish cutlets (about 1kg) For the marinade: 1 tbsp paprika 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon curry powder 60ml brown vinegar 60ml tomato...

Thai Chicken ‘Dumplings'...

Monday 30th April 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 15 mins Cooking Time – 20 mins These chicken balls are so tasty and so healthy. You steam them so there is zero fat and for those wanting low GI, serve with Basmati rice instead of Thai rice. 400g Chicken Breast Fillets 10 Spring Onions – peeled and chopped 4cm Piece...

Salmon and Dill Tart

Thursday 26th April 2007

Serves 4-6 Prep time – 30 mins Cooking time – 25 mins This tart is absolutely delicious and very impressive looking. Just the thing for a girlie lunch or a summer picnic. Ingredients 125g butter 125g filo pastry sheets 225g salmon 300ml milk 1 bay leaf 40g flour 4 eggs separated 2 tbsp fresh dill plus some sprigs for garnish 1 tbsp fresh chives...

Prawn and Garlic Pasta

Wednesday 18th April 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 5 mins Cooking Time – 15 mins 610 Cals Per Serving Luxurious, delicious and very quick to prepare. Ingredients 350g fresh spaghetti 125g butter 2 cloves of garlic crushed 225g cooked and peeled prawns 225g rocket Chopped parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper Melt the butter...

Leeks With Ham & Cheese

Tuesday 10th April 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time – 15 mins Cooking Time – 10-15 mins 150-200 Cals Per Serving (depending on thickness of cheese) These are delicious and full of flavour, perfect served with green salad for lunch or supper or even on their own as a a dinner party starter. Really easy to make too. Ingredients 12 thin...

Toffee Pudding

Wednesday 28th March 2007

Serves 8-10 Prep Time – 30 Minutes Cooking Time – Long enough to heat the pudding through Too many cals to mention! If you have ‘pudding lovers’ coming for dinner or Sunday lunch then this recipe will elicit plenty of compliments. Ingredients 1 loaf of thick sliced white bread – crusts removed 450g butter 450g dememrara sugar 750g...

Grilled Chicken with Basil

Wednesday 21st March 2007

Serves 4 Prep Time - 10 Minutes Cooking Time- 15 Minutes 650 Cals per Serving This is a very quick, easy and delicious dish suitable for weekday supper but yummy enough for a dinner party. If you hate the thought of anchovies - don't - you do not taste them at all in the final product but they...

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