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NewsletterPreheat the oven to 160˚C/140˚C fan/gas mark 3. Line a Swiss roll tin with a sheet of parchment paper. Whisk the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the caster sugar, whisking constantly. Sift in the cornflour and whisk on high for five minutes until the mixture is stiff and […]
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Crab and leek quiche
Roll the pastry out into on a floured work surface. Shape into a large circle and use to line a 23cm loose-based fluted tart tin. Use your fingertips to press the pastry firmly into the base and sides, trimming away any excess. Lightly prick the base of the tart all over using a fork. Place […]
Shrimp and grits
Warm the milk and cream in a saucepan over a medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Slowly whisk in the polenta. When it starts to bubble, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, for 10-15 minutes until smooth and thick. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter. Thin it out with […]
Easter cupcakes with nests
Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4 and line a 12-cup cupcake tin with paper cases. Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs, milk and vanilla essence. If mixture starts to curdle, add a little of the flour. Sieve in the flour and baking powder, mixing […]
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 […]
Tips for happy, healthy gluten-free kids
Cooking for children on gluten-free diets requires special planning and care to ensure that they are getting all the nutrients they need to grow and thrive. Research shows that children with coeliac disease are at higher risk for nutritional deficiencies, meaning that a variety of nutritious foods is even more crucial to ensure healthy growth […]
The magic of Irish grannies’ kitchens…
Shannon Peare, one of Easy Food’s resident food stylists, captures the magic of Irish grannies’ kitchens.. I love nothing more than the smell of my Granny Redmond’s freshly baked brown bread or Granny Peare’s apple tart. I began my baking journey at the age of three in my granny’s kitchen, where getting to lick the […]
Quick tomato baked beans
Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat and cook the onion for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and paprika and cook for one minute. Add the beans, tomatoes, tomato purée, Worcestershire sauce and balsamic and simmer for 20-25 minutes until thickened, topping up with a splash of water if the […]
Sage advice
Herbs are more than just flavour and garnish, they each have their own benefits that they bring to the table. Obviously this is a guide rather than medical or nutritional gospel, but it’s still a good place to start! Sage Improves memory function May inhibit the development of Alzheimer’s disease Beneficial for sore throats, coughs […]
Baking with your Budding Bakers
Our mums and grannies seem to have the magic touch when it comes to baking, whether it’s bread, scones, tarts etc, they seem to have a signature bake. This all comes down to baking at a young age. Baking is an excellent way to spend time with your kids but there are so many other […]