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Pitta pizzas

Turn the grill on to a high heat. Spread each pitta bread with one tablespoon of tomato purée. Sprinkle over the mixed herbs, then lay on the tomato slices. Carefully open the tin of sweetcorn. Hold a sieve over the sink and empty the tin of sweetcorn into the sieve so the sweetcorn can drain. […]

5 ways with tomatoes

Tomato pesto gratin Serves 4 Preheat the oven to 190˚C/170˚C fan/gas mark 5. Halve 4 large tomatoes (regular or plum) and scoop out the seeds and flesh. (Keep this to add to a soup, salsa or pasta sauce.) Place the scooped-out tomatoes in a baking dish deeper than they are high. Pour over 2 tbsp […]

Pappardelle with meatballs and Pecorino

Heat the oil in a large heavy-based dish. Add the onions, along with a good grinding of pepper and some salt. Turn the heat to medium, add the chopped bacon and cook until the onions are softened, but not coloured. Take half the onions and bacon and put in to a medium bowl along with […]

Easy seafood chowder

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat, then add the onion, leek and bacon, if using. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the bacon is cooked. Stir in the flour and cook for a further two minutes. Pour in the fish stock and bring to a gentle […]

Scampi, jacket chips and tartare sauce

Combine all of the tartare sauce ingredients together in a small bowl and store in the fridge until needed. Preheat the oven to 220˚C/200˚C fan/gas mark 7. Cut the potatoes into 1cm-thick chips, leaving the skins on. Bring a pot of salted water to the boil and add the chips. Cook for 4-5 minutes until […]

Gluten 101

What is gluten? Gluten is a family of proteins found in grains like wheat, rye, spelt and barley. Of the gluten-containing grains, wheat is by far the most commonly consumed. The two main proteins in gluten are glutenin and gliadin. When flour is mixed with water, the gluten proteins form a sticky glue-like consistency. This  makes the dough elastic […]

Pistachio-crusted lamb rack with cherry jam

Preheat the oven to 240˚C/220˚C fan/gas mark 9 and season the lamb well with salt and black pepper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and sear the lamb rack on all sides for a couple minutes until browned. Stir together the rosemary, pistachios, breadcrumbs and mustard until a paste forms. Spread all over […]

Quick tricks for healthier cooking

Making a few little tweaks to the way you cook can add up into a healthier diet overall. Choose your cheese. Using a sharp or strongly-flavoured cheese means you can use less and get the same taste impact. Try substituting regular mild Cheddar for a more mature one, or use a little Parmesan, Grana Padano […]

Gluten-free crab cake Benedict

Boil the potatoes in a large pan of salted water for 15 minutes, then drain and leave to steam dry back in the pan for five mins. Mash, then leave to cool. In a large bowl mix the crabmeat, spring onions, lemon zest, lemon juice and dill. Stir in the mashed potato and season well. […]

5 ways with Cheddar

Cheesy crackers Makes about 24 In a food processor, combine 250g grated Cheddar, 200g plain flour, ½ tsp salt and 200g very cold, grated butter. Pulse a few times until crumbly. Taste and add more salt if desired. Form into a ball, wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 1 hour. Preheat the oven to […]