By incorporating heavy cream, minced bacon and spices, it’s easy to transform a can of tomatoes into a silky soup. Ingredients 4 tablespoons unsalted butter1 tablespoon minced bacon (about 1/2 ounce)1 Spanish onion, chopped1 carrot, chopped1 stalk celery, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced5 tablespoons all-purpose flour5 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned1 (28-ounce) can whole, … Read more
Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad. Ingredients 4 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed¼ tsp chilli flakes2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes1 tsp caster sugar6 tbsp mascarpone4 skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips300g penne70g … Read more
Make this gooey baked cheese even more indulgent with the help of whisky, maple syrup and nuts. Serve with toasted sourdough for a fabulous sharing starter. Ingredients 2 x 250g vegetarian camembert4 rosemary sprigs, torn4 thyme sprigs, torn50g mixed nuts, chopped2 tbsp Scotch whisky3 tbsp maple syrupsoda bread or sourdough, to serve (optional) Method
No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids. Ingredients 225g cold butter, diced350g plain flour100g golden caster sugar280g mincemeat1 small egg, beatenicing sugar, to dust Method
Tuna pita pockets can be a quick and delicious lunch. Good quality tuna is mixed with lemon, Greek yogurt, sweet grapes, mustard, mayonnaise and spices served inside a whole wheat pita. INGREDIENTS 2 whole wheat pita pockets, cut in half2 – 5 ounce cans solid white albacore tuna in waterJuice of 1 lemon1 cup coleslaw … Read more
A beefy burger that is topped with caramelized onions, melted cheese and served toasted on delicious rye bread. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon unsalted butter2 large yellow onions, peeled and sliced thin1 1/2 pounds (680 grams) ground beef1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauceSalt and pepper8 slices Swiss cheese8 slices rye bread4 tablespoons mayonnaise Method
Sliced beef is marinaded in Korean bulgogi sauce, skewered and grilled. INGREDIENTS 1 Asian or Bosc pear, peeled and chopped2 spring onions/scallions onion, chopped1 garlic clove1 1/2 teaspoons chopped ginger3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon light brown sugar1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 pound (453 grams) sirloin, tenderloin, or skirt steak. Method
Flaky pastry filled with cheese, onion and a little potato. INGREDIENTS For homemade pastry:1 cup + 2 tablespoons (150 grams) all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling out pastry½ teaspoon salt½ cup (200 grams) unsalted butter, cut into ¼ inch cubes kept refrigerated until ready to use⅔ cup (150 ml) cold water (approximately) For the filling:1 … Read more
Swap ladyfingers for powdered donuts in this fun and easy tiramisu! Ingredients 16 oz mascarpone cheese (two 8-oz containers), softened to room temperature3/4 cup powdered sugar1/4 cup coffee liqueur1/2 teaspoon vanilla1 cup heavy whipping cream1 1/2 cups brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled12 powdered cake donuts, cut in half horizontallyUnsweetened baking cocoa Method
Buttery crescent dough is wrapped around a marshmallow and then baked until the marshmallow melts inside, leaving hollow rolls of gooey goodness! We topped them with rainbow frosting for added flair. Ingredients 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet10 large marshmallows1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup cinnamon-sugar3 cups powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1 tablespoon … Read more