Maple Glazed Pork with Mediterranean Veg Kebabs - These chunky meat kebabs with a sweet sticky glaze are perfect for a barbeque or al fresco supper served with warmed flatbreads and salad. Makes 8 Ingredients 750g lean pork fillet, cubed Juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp dried oregano 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 large red peppers, deseeded […]
Crème Caramels - Just a few cheap ingredients are needed to make this classic French dessert. Served with fresh fruit it’s an impressive finale to a special meal. Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes, plus overnight chilling. Makes 6 Ingredients • 150g granulated sugar • 4 medium eggs, plus 2 medium egg yolks • 100g caster sugar • 600ml […]
Vegetable & Chilli Noodle Bowls - This is a quick vegetarian supper packed with flavour! Soba noodles are Oriental noodles made from buckwheat flour. You’ll find them in most large supermarkets but if unavailable, use egg or rice noodles instead. Serves 4. Ready in 30 minutes Ingredients • 1 tbsp vegetable oil • 1 onion, […]
Strawberry & Cream Eclairs - Filled with sweetened whipped cream and fresh strawberries, these dainty pastries make a great treat for afternoon tea or can be served as a delicious summer dessert. Swap the strawberries for fresh raspberries or blueberries, if liked. Makes 8 Ready in 50 minutes, plus cooling Ingredients • 50g butter, chilled and diced […]
Chicken & Rice Burritos - Make these quick and easy wrap for on-the-go lunch or supper. Wrap tightly in foil to transport. Makes 4. Ready in 30 minutes Ingredients • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed • 100g easy-cook long grain rice, boiled, […]
Apricot & Orange Cheesecakes - Finish off a meal with these creamy individual fruity cheesecakes. You can make them a day in advance. Makes 4. Ready in 40 minutes, plus chilling. Ingredients • 125g digestive biscuits, crushed • 40g unsalted butter, melted • Zest and juice of a small orange • 2 tsp powdered gelatine […]
Potted Smoked Salmon - This is the perfect starter for the lunch – you can make it the night before and the recipe will easily double up if you are feeding a crowd! Serves 6. Ready in 30 minutes, plus cooling time. Ingredients • 275g honey roast salmon flakes • 250g smoked salmon slices, […]
Christmas Mincemeat Slice - This delicious festive slice can be served warm as a pud with custard, thick cream or brandy butter or simply cool completely and serve instead of mince pies. Makes 12-14 slices.Ready in 1 hour 15 minutes, plus chilling and cooling. Ingredients: • 225g plain flour • 165g unsalted butter, chilled and […]
Cheats’ Chicken Tikka Biryani - If you fancy a midweek curry but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, then whip up this quick and easy version of a classic Indian rice and chicken dish in next-to-no time. Using tikka curry paste and pouches of microwave spiced pilau rice, it’s the perfect cheat! Serves 4. Ready in 35 […]
Mincemeat & Sponge Puddings - With Christmas just around the corner there will be plenty of jars of rich and fruity mincemeat in the shops – perfect for adding to mini sponge puddings. Serves 4. Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes Ingredients: • Ready in 1hour 10 minutes • 115g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for […]