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NewsletterWhat is a functional food? A functional food is a food that provides additional benefits above its nutritional value. Examples, other than turmeric, include probiotic and prebiotic yoghurts, fortified breads and omega-3 enriched eggs. Origins and properties Turmeric is a member of the ginger family and is a spice that comes from a root called […]
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The yeast I can do: Baking tips
Yeast is a biological raising agent from the fungi family. It produces carbon dioxide and this causes bread to rise. What’s actually happening? The dough is kneaded to give the bread its texture. The protein in the flour is stretched to make an elastic dough and pockets of gas are formed. Whilst the dough is […]
Low-fat carbonara
Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. About three minutes before it is done, stir in the peas. Meanwhile, place a nonstick pan over a medium heat and cook the turkey bacon for 4-5 minutes until crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with […]
Loaded egg-in-a-nest
In a small pan over a medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper to absorb the fat. Leave enough bacon fat in the pan to cook the sandwiches. Divide the cheese between two of the slices of bread. Scatter half of the bacon bits between the two, […]
Breaded fried Cheddar sticks with spicy tomato dip
For the dip, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over a medium-high heat. Add the garlic, chilli flakes and a pinch of salt and cook for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is lightly golden, stirring frequently. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, oregano and sugar. Turn the heat to medium and simmer for 6-8 minutes […]
Baked black bean chilaquiles
For the sauce, heat the oil in a small saucepan over a medium-high heat. Add the flour and stir over the heat for one minute. Stir in the chilli powder, garlic powder, salt, cumin and oregano. Gradually whisk in the stock, whisking constantly to remove lumps. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until […]
You need a homemade chicken fillet roll in your life
These healthier homemade chicken fillet rolls are the ideal guilt-free weekend treat. Pick your chicken, then you can either keep it classic with your usual deli order (maybe just cheese and coleslaw?) or take things up a notch with our bread and filling suggestions. The chicken Breaded chicken Serves 4 Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas […]
How to make the best Full Irish
Pulling together the various elements of the Full Irish can be tricky and multitasking is mandatory. These tips will help you ensure that your fry-up puts a smile on everyone’s face. To remove last-minute pressure, first lay the table with everything you might need, including ketchup, jam, marmalade, milk, orange juice, a pile of extra […]
The easy gluten-free alternative to bread
What is cloud bread? Cloud bread is a gluten-free alternative to traditional bread that recently enjoyed a wave of popularity due to an internet craze. Light and fluffy, just like it sounds, cloud bread is delicate and falls apart easily. It doesn’t necessarily taste like actual bread and, if you’re not gluten-free or following a Paleo or ketogenic diet, […]
10 new ways to use pesto in the kitchen
If you’ve had enough pasta but still need to use up a tub of fresh pesto, we’ve got you covered. 1. Dip it Mix some pesto with sour cream or Greek yoghurt for an easy party dip. 2. Just souper Use a dollop of pesto to garnish a portion of soup. We especially love a spoonful stirred […]