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9 new ways to use your ice cube trays

We’ve all got an ice cube tray, and chances are we are definitely all under-utilising them. Here’s a few extra uses for this unsung kitchen hero. What else can I do with my ice cube tray? Freeze chopped leftover herbs in olive oil for ready-to-use flavour bombs. This works best with firmer herbs like rosemary […]

5 ways with chilli powder

Chilli peppers have been shown to reduce cholesterol and the risk of blood clots. Cultures where hot chillies are used liberally have a much lower rate of heart attack, stroke and pulmonary embolism. Chilli powder also clears sinus congestion, boosts immunity and helps to stop the spread of prostate cancer cells. Chilli and yoghurt prawn skewers Serves 2 Crush […]

5 ways with ground ginger

Ginger has a long history of use in traditional medicine to help digestion, reduce nausea and help fight the common cold, to name a few. It can also help to relieve arthritic pain and menstrual cramps. Feel-good tea Makes 1 cup In a small saucepan, bring 250ml water to a boil. Add ¼ tsp turmeric and […]

5 ways with leftover roast lamb

If you’ve made leg of lamb recently, here’s how to get through the leftovers in style! Leftover lamb ragù Serves 4-6 Put 50g pancetta in a large pan over a medium-high heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the pancetta releases its oils. Add ½ a finely chopped onion and 1 tbsp chopped rosemary and […]

5 ways with leftover roast ham

Ham and corn chowder Serves 6 Melt 30g butter in a pot over a medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 chopped carrots and 2 celery stalks for 4-5 minutes until tender. Add 900ml ham or chicken stock, 5 diced medium potatoes, ¾ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp dried thyme and 1 bay leaf. Season […]

Get to know your fresh herbs

Herbs are more than just flavour and garnish — learn how they bring their own health benefits to the table. Sage Improves memory function May inhibit the development of Alzheimer’s disease Beneficial for sore throats, coughs and colds. Can help reduce menopausal hot flashes and night sweats Parsley Fights oxidation and reduces the effects of […]

Harissa is the fiery ingredient you need in your kitchen

If you love spicy foods, harissa paste belongs in your pantry. Harissa is a fiery yet aromatic chilli paste widely used in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine. What is harissa? While recipes vary, harissa usually includes hot chillies (often smoked), garlic, olive oil, cumin, coriander, caraway, mint, rose petals and tomatoes. Where can I […]

5 ways with pasta bakes

Butternut squash, sprout and bacon ravioli bake Serves 4 Peel ½ a butternut squash and chop into 2cm chunks. Bring to a boil in a large pot of salted water and cook for 12-15 minutes until tender. Drain and allow to cool, then place in a food processor or blender and whizz until smooth. Heat […]

5 ways with meaty pastas

Chicken and roasted red pepper fettuccine Serves 4 Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 350g fettuccine according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside. Chop ½ x 480g jar of roasted red peppers into small pieces. Place the remaining peppers with their liquid into a […]

Butcher’s Block: quality over quantity

Local butcher Michael Fleming talks quality over quantity Is there a difference between organic and free range? Yes. The term “organic” used in meat labelling means that the animal has been fed only organic feed and been raised on organic land, with no chemical pesticides or use of antibiotics. “Free range” means that the animal […]