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Honey glazed carrots – quick version.

Honey glazed carrots – quick version.

Carrots are common but often underrated vegetables. Recently there was a lot of hype around aubergines or kale. But lets not disregard a humble carrot. It is classed as one of superfoods. The richest in carotenes of all of plant foods! They offer protection from cancers and cardiovascular disease plus help keep eyes and lungs healthy. They are also rich in fibre, antioxidant vitamins C and E, calcium and potassium. Combine carrots with honey, which is another superfood and you…

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Spanish style chicken and chorizo

Spanish style chicken and chorizo

There is no doubt that chicken is now a staple protein in our diet. Poultry accounts for nearly half of meat bought in the UK. In 2013 chicken has officially overtaken beef in US as most popular meat being consumed. Yet chicken can be seen as a bit inferior to other types of protein or maybe even boring. Fear no more, this recipe brings the humble poultry to the spotlight. Arguably the most flavoursome part of the chicken is thighs…

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Grilled lemon sole with cider buerre blanc sauce

Grilled lemon sole with cider buerre blanc sauce

I hear from many people that they are scared or don’t like cooking fish. Others tell me that they don’t like eating fish, unless it comes from fish and chips shop. Yet, dieticians suggest that we should eat at least two portions of fish or shellfish per week, including one of oily fish. This is because fish is a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Also fish that is steamed, baked or grilled is healthier than fried fish. especially…

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Yorkshire pudding – the notorious YP

Yorkshire pudding – the notorious YP

With every weekend there is time for the classic Sunday. Whether it is chicken, beef or lamb the roast is incomplete without the famous Yorkshire Pudding. Lightly crisp on the outside, wonderfully soft in the middle, just waiting to be dipped in a meaty gravy. Writing about it alone makes my mouth water. At this point I owe few words of explanation to my readers that are not subjects of Her Majesty. In Britain you can call a pudding any…

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Mushrooms, leeks and mascarpone pasta

Mushrooms, leeks and mascarpone pasta

The National Vegetarian Week (15 – 21 May) is coming to an end so I thought I’ll finish with a nice vegetarian dish to celebrate.  Who doesn’t like pasta? Combine it with mushrooms, leeks, mascarpone and add a touch of heat from cayenne pepper and you get a perfect comfort food. This dish is one of Becky’s all time favourites. And what is even better it takes about 30 minutes tops to prepare! This recipe serves 4. It is inspired…

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