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NewsletterHow much protein your body requires depends on a range of factors including age, weight and activity level. The recommended amount for an average person with a largely sedentary lifestyle is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. This works out as roughly 56 grams per day for the average man (70kg) and […]
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Home Ec: into the swing of Spring
Why grow your own produce? Growing your own food is easy, rewarding and inexpensive. You have full control over the growth of your vegetables, meaning that you can be guaranteed that your produce is organic and free from chemicals and pesticides. So where to start? Preparation is key. Vegetables need sunshine to help them grow […]
How to: make crab and leek quiche
This is a step-by-step guide to a crab and leek quiche, the full recipe for which can be found here. Lightly flour your work surface and place the thawed pastry on top. Roll the pastry out and shape into a large circle. Use the pastry to line a 23cm loose-based fluted tart tin. Use your […]
How to: use roasted peppers
Now you’ve learned how to roast your own peppers, here’s a few ideas on how to use them! Make roasted red pepper salsas, sauces or soups. Add to pasta dishes, risottos, Mediterranean salads or mixed antipasto platters. Cook into scrambled eggs, omelettes or frittatas. Add to tarts or quiches. Pile into a ciabatta or Panini […]
Home Ec: School’s in sight
It’s that time of year again: lunch boxes are being bought and trolleys are being filled with foods suitable for the academic year ahead. It can be hard to keep lunches and snacks interesting all year round, but with the right knowledge and a bit of creativity, all will be well. Making snacks and lunches […]
(Not) sugar, spice, and all things nice: how to bake with sugar substitutes
I am guilty of having a sweet tooth and am a self-proclaimed sugar addict. There are many reasons to use sugar substitutes, whether you’re looking to avoid the dreaded sugar crash, make healthier alternatives of your favourite baked goods or even to explore new flavours. Unfortunately, sugars can’t simply be replaced in equal measures with […]
Banana, walnut, sultana and orange cake
Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. Line two 15cm round baking tins with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk the mashed bananas, butter, milk, eggs and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the flour, cinnamon and baking powder. Mix in the sultanas and walnuts. Divide the batter between the tins and bake for 50-60 […]
Baking substitutions guide
The recipe calls for: Substitute with: How much? Works best in: Butter/oil/margarine Unsweetened apple sauce with mashed banana, or Greek yoghurt with mashed avocado Equal parts Baking Butter/oil/margarine Extra-virgin olive oil/extra-virgin coconut oil Half Baking, grilling, frying, sautéing Caster sugar Stevia 1 cup sugar = 2 tsp powdered stevia Baking Caster or Brown sugar Pure […]
Top tips for pastry from an Easy Food stylist
The perfect pastry is a fine art! Whether it’s a pie or a Danish with your coffee, when pastry is done right, it can be a little slice of heaven. There are several types of pastry out there, including shortcrust, puff, choux and filo. It can be intimidating, but I’m here to break down the […]
Foods with a function: Chocolate
Would you believe, the average household in Ireland will eat eight Easter eggs over the Easter weekend! If you are lucky enough to receive a luxurious dark chocolate egg, then you need not feel as guilty as you may think; dark chocolate is considered a functional food and contains several nutrients that may pose health […]