This is another recipe which can be thrown together in a matter of minutes in the morning, then left to slow cook all day, filling the house with a delicious, comforting aroma as it does so. Feel free to substitute any veg you don’t like with those you do, or to add and… Read More
Halloween is here and your pumpkin is hollowed out and carved up, looking like a piece of art that Da Vinci would be proud of. But what do you do with all those seeds – and what a lot of them there are! How about making up a delicious snack that will designate… Read More
Quick, easy, relatively cheap and also great with taco shells or wrapped in tortillas – this chilli recipe is a firm family favourite. Serves 8-10 Ingredients: 500g lean minced beef 500ml tomato passata 1 x 440g tin tomatoes Chilli powder to taste 1 x tin kidney beans 1 onion 2-3 cloves… Read More
This may be rich and creamy and oh-so-bad for your hips but it’s downright delicious – especially on a cold winter’s day! Serves 10-12 Ingredients: 2 x 600ml Double Cream 2½ – 3kg King Edward or Maris Piper Potatoes 4 large leeks Salt and Pepper 200g cheddar cheese (optional) Method: Pre-heat… Read More
This recipe takes mere minutes to prepare and can then be left to cook as you get on with your busy day. As it is slow-cooked throughout the day it serves up tender and moist. Quick and easy – just how we like it! Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 4-5lb chicken 150g softened butter… Read More
Tis the season for Toffee Apples but don’t they just seem so expensive? Have a go at making your own this year instead. Makes a dozen Ingredients: 12 eating apples and a lollipop stick for each 350g caster sugar 300ml golden syrup 300 ml water Optional – red food colouring Method:… Read More