Seasonal recipes from your store cupboard
Filo pastry is easy to use and offers a healthier alternative to shortcrust or puff pastry.This is a great way to use up those leftovers from the Sunday joint. For a vegetarian version try Baked Bean and Cheddar Cheese Spirals.
Confit is a method of cooking food in fat, oil or a water syrup at a low temperature. Confit cooking is not deep frying since it is done at temperatures around 93C or 200F and sometimes lower.Although you use a lot of oil for this dish, you do end up with a deliciously flavoured oil …
These make a great last minute canapé or just a nibble with a drink. I make a large batch and freeze them in a 12-portion roll. You can substitute the onion with fresh chives or spring onion for a colourful result.
I sometimes find that pork loin steaks can , because of their lack of fat, be a little bit dry and tough. They are delicious sliced thinly in a stroganoff with mushrooms and the creaminess keeps them moist but retains that lovely flavour and texture. This recipe is based on the stroganoff concept but keeps the …
A delicious and healthy alternative to potato. very versatile and can be used to compliment many dishes, vegetarian, meat or fish. Delicious served with Pork in a Creamy Cider and Leek Sauce. A healthy alternative to potato.
I usually find I have some cider leftover from most recipes using cider, and together with some bread and a few tomatoes you can have a tasty lunch. You can substitute the cider with some rich chicken or vegetable stock – an ideal tea for children. A GREAT SNACK ANYTIME.
