Tag Archives: Healthy Eating

Lemon Sauce for Roast Chicken

The most odd thoughts pop into my mind sometimes when I go to bed and this was no exception, but I am so pleased it did as the result was superb. I had a fresh chicken in the fridge ready … Continue reading

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Maple and Mustard Glazed Salmon with ‘Leftovers’

Whilst my husband would eat salmon ‘any which way’ I do have to admit that I prefer it with a flavoursome rub or topping. I had a day recently with nothing planned for dinner, but I knew I had some … Continue reading

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Three Bean Chilli

I went out for a meal with a good friend whilst I was on the Isle of Wight and ordered a Three Bean Chilli.  Now, I love chilli, especially my Chocolate Chilli,  but the one served to me was SO … Continue reading

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Fruit Salsa

I love a good salsa.  It can liven up the most boring of meals and bring new life to everyday salads. I called this a ‘fruit’ salsa as officially tomato is a fruit so the only non-fruit  is the onion.   … Continue reading

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Socca Crepe/Pancake/Flatbread

Socca is a very universal recipe using gram/chickpea flour with seasonings, a little oil and water to make a batter.   The addition of herbs and/or spices make a pleasant change.  Cumin seeds can be added, but I like using sesame … Continue reading

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Spinach and Kimchi Frittata

I always serve Kimchi when I make my absolute favourite dish Korean Beef and usually end up with half-a-jar left over in the fridge, not knowing what to do with it.   Not this last time though, as I had spotted … Continue reading

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Roasted Chicken, Pear and Beetroot Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Call me crazy but I don’t like pears to eat raw, or even in a fruit cocktail but I love them roasted and served with a salad. This very simple salad is delicious and quick to make.  Roasted beetroot is … Continue reading

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Pyramid Pan Mat

Back in October/November I saw these pyramid pan mats advertised on Facebook.  I don’t usually take notice of the adverts but this caught my eye as only the night before I had cooked some chicken thighs which had well and … Continue reading

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Two Cabbage Stir-Fry

With a chicken roasting away in the oven ‘Jamie Oliver’ style sitting on potatoes, carrots and onions, I was left in a quandary as to what vegetables to serve with it. Looking in my vegetable basket I found that I … Continue reading

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Almond Biscuits

I’m not sure where this recipe came from – it was written on a scrap of paper in an old magazine and I was tempted to try it as I had all the ingredients to hand and it is always … Continue reading

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