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Ginger and Orange Brussels Sprouts – (serves 6-8)
500g (1lb 2oz) brussles sprouts 30g (1 oz) butter 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 1 clove garlic, crushed Zest ½ - 1 orange Cut the sprouts in half and peel any brown leaves. Bring a saucepan of water to the boil, add the sprouts and boil for 5 minutes, strain and...
read moreFruity Red Cabbage Serves 6-8
1 head of red cabbage, finely sliced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 pear, grated 2 eating apples, grated a small handful of sultanas 4 tablespoon brown sugar 150mls balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons sunflower oil Place all the ingredients in a saucepan and simmer...
read moreHoney Glazed loin of Bacon (serves 6-8)
2kg (4.4lbs) loin of bacon, rindless 1 litre cola Glaze 3 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard 3 tbsp honey Place the bacon in a saucepan, add cola and cover with water. Cover and bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 ½ hours until...
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The magic of coconut oil…
Anyone who knows me, knows how much I love coconut oil. It is such an amazing ingredient, that has SO many uses, from cooking, to facial cleanser and moisturiser. Everyone should have a jar of it. Go for a good quality virgin oil that hasn’t been heat treated,...
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It’s Blueberry Season…
I’m so excited that blueberry season is finally here. Blueberries are such an amazing superfood, they have so many health benefits that you really have to get a punnet today. Local blueberries are by far the best, so if you can source them in your area that’s great.
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