Heat a pan over a medium-high heat. Pat the tuna steaks dry with kitchen paper and season with salt and black pepper. Rub the steaks with the oil. Cook for two minutes per side or until cooked to your liking; fresh tuna is best served pink in the middle. Transfer to a plate, tent loosely […]
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Simple sprout and pancetta spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 180ml of the pasta cooking water. Set aside. Meanwhile, place the butter in a large pan and melt over a medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook for 4-5 minutes […]
Creamy sprout and parsnip gratin
Heat the butter in a large pan over a medium heat and cook the leeks and parsnips for 6-7 minutes, until just tender. Remove the vegetables to an oven-proof dish. Add a little more butter to the same pan and cook the Brussels sprouts for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden. Season with salt and pepper […]
5 ways with leftover stuffing
Stuffing’ muffins Mix leftover stuffing with cooked turkey and divide between greased muffin tin cups. Fill to the top with beaten egg and bake at 190˚C/170˚C fan/gas mark 5 for 25-30 minutes until firm. Hash it out Mix cubed leftover roast potatoes with some stuffing, chopped Brussels sprouts and cooked ham. Season well, then fry […]
5 ways with leftover sprouts
Sprout and sweet potato breakfast hash Serves 2 Peel and chop 2 sweet potatoes. Place in a bowl, cover with cling film and microwave on high for five minutes until tender. Uncover and allow to cool a little. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick pan over a medium heat and cook 1 […]
5 ways with leftover potatoes
Cheesy potato muffins Makes 12 Preheat the oven to 190˚C/170˚C fan/gas mark 5. Coat a 12-hole muffin tin with cooking spray. In a large bowl, stir together 750g leftover mashed potatoes, 1 large egg, 90g grated Cheddar and 2 tbsp chopped chives. Season with salt and black pepper. Using an ice cream scoop, divide the […]
Winter vegetable gratin
Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Add the broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts and cook for 2-3 minutes until the broccoli turns vibrantly green. Transfer the vegetables to a large bowl of ice water for two minutes, then drain and place in a large […]
Tips and tricks from the test kitchen
As you know, the Easy Food test kitchen is always on the look-out for tips and tricks to make your life easier and your food tastier. Here’s a few we’ve picked up recently… Make those leftovers squeak! Use leftover cabbage to make ‘bubble and squeak’. Simply fry some bacon lardons in butter until lightly golden, […]
Winter greens with bacon and chestnut
Blanch the winter greens in boiling water. Remove after 2-3 minutes and roughly chop before rinsing under ice cold water to retain the crunchy texture. Blanch the Brussels sprouts in salted boiling until just tender, then remove and drain. Set aside with the greens. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over a medium […]
All about fibre: the tips and tricks you need to know
We all know that fibre is important for gut health and general wellbeing, but did you know just how easy it is to get it into your diet? Easy ways to up your fibre intake Ensure you get your five portions of fruit and vegetables daily. Focus on whole grains and make processed grains a […]