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    March 13th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialMains, One Pot Wonders

    Chorizo Chicken and Chick Pea CasseroleThis recipe will become one of your top 5 family meals, I guarantee. Aside from the delicious spicy chorizo and yummy, moist chicken it is soooooo easy. Bish-bash-bosh feed the family. Get in!

    Recipe and Image E.ON( www.eonenergyfit.com and www.facebook.com/eonenergyfit)

    Chorizo Chicken and Chick Pea Casserole

    Serving Size: 6

    Ingredients

    • 500g chicken thighs
    • 1 onion, sliced
    • 2 carrots, sliced
    • 1 stalk chopped celery
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1 red chilli
    • 275g chorizo
    • Tinned chopped tomatoes
    • 200ml chicken stock
    • Chopped parsley
    • Salt and pepper
    • Tinned chick peas

    Method

    1. Heat some oil in a large pan and brown off the chicken. Once brown, remove.
    2. Add the onion, garlic, carrot and celery and cook for 5 minutes.
    3. Add the chorizo, chilli and season with the salt and pepper. Then add the tomatoes, stock, the chicken and chickpeas and cook gently for 2 hours.
    4. Serve with chopped parsley and crusty bread.

     

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialBlog

    Edible GiftsWords and Image Dawn Cromar

    Buying gifts for loved ones is often frustrating, time consuming and half the time you pick the wrong thing anyway! But you can show them you care by making edible gifts as Dawn Cromar proves . . .

    This time around we elected to make more delicate sweets as gifts rather than chunky cakes and slabs of brownies – or that was the idea.

    Decorated peppermint creams and coconut ice squares, which sound as if they would make for slightly more elegant gifts, were decided upon. But by getting the kids to help, things are never quite as graceful or dainty as you may hope – but they are presents that a have a lot of thought behind them.

    We followed traditional recipes, but added our own twist by dipping the peppermint creams in chocolate (some in milk, some in white) and then sprinkling a variety of toppings over them.

    They may not be the most dainty of gifts but they are tasty – particularly for those with a sweet tooth – and it is nice that the children helped make them.

    Hopefully the recipients were pleased with them. Merry Christmas everyone!!

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialMains, Tone up with Tuna

    Tuna, Rosemary and Aubergine Bake Recipe and Image John West (www.johnwest.co.uk)

    For a hearty and healthy supper, serve with warm crusty bread and a fresh green salad.

    Tuna, Rosemary and Aubergine Bake

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook Time: 25 minutes

    Serving Size: 4

    Ingredients

    • 2 x 120g cans John West No Drain Tuna Chunks with a little brine
    • 2 large aubergines
    • 2 large red peppers
    • 50ml olive oil
    • ½ tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
    • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs

    Method

    1. Pre heat the oven 210C/ 425F/gas 7.
    2. Cut the aubergines in half lengthways with a knife and score the flesh on the cut side a few times in both directions. Place on a baking tray, cut side up along with the whole peppers. Drizzle with olive oil and salt and bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the aubergine is soft.
    3. Remove from the oven and allow to cool, spoon out the flesh of the aubergines into a bowl keeping the skins intact and set to one side. Add the rosemary to the flesh and mix well.
    4. Peel the skin from the peppers and remove the seeds, chop the flesh into 2 cm diced cubes and add to the aubergine flesh. Mix in the John West No Drain Tuna chunks, then spoon the mixture back into the aubergine skin top with the breadcrumbs and bake in the oven for 5 minutes before serving with dressed salad leaves.

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialMains, Tone up with Tuna

    Tuna with Watercress, Asparagus and Crispy Onions Recipe and Image John West (www.johnwest.co.uk)

    A lovely dish for brunch or  light lunch.

    Tuna with Watercress, Asparagus and Crispy Onions

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook Time: 20 minutes

    Serving Size: 4

    Ingredients

    • 2 x 120g John West No Drain Tuna Steaks with a little olive oil
    • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced into rings
    • 4 medium sized eggs
    • 2 heads baby little gem lettuce, stalk removed
    • 50g fresh watercress
    • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cooked
    • For the dressing
    • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
    • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • 8 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

    Method

    1. Place a sauté pan on a medium heat and add the olive oil and sauté the onion slices until golden brown and crispy. Put onto kitchen paper and allow to cool.
    2. To make the dressing, place all the ingredients into a bowl and whisk well, season to taste and set aside.
    3. Bring a pan of salted boiling water to the boil, break the egg into a cup, whisk the water to a whirlpool and lower the egg into the middle and poach for 3 to 4 minutes or until cooked. Repeat this process for all the eggs.
    4. Separate the leaves of the little gem lettuce, put into a bowl with the watercress and drizzle with half the dressing. Add the John West No Drain Tuna steaks and toss lightly together.
    5. Place the warm asparagus on the plate. Put the mixed tuna salad on top then add the poached egg.
    6. Pile the onion rings on the plate and drizzle with the remaining dressing and serve.

     

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialMains, Say "Eye" to Better Health

    Spinach and Smoked Salmon Eggs Royale With Pumpkin SeedsRecipe and Image ICaps (www.icapsinfo.co.uk)

    This is a fresh tasting and lighter alternative to the traditional carbonara with the same smoky flavour appeal you would get from the bacon, but this time from the smoked salmon. If serving to very young children, you might want to omit the mustard.

    Creamy Salmon Pasta Carbonara With Balsamic Spinach Salad

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook Time: 10 minutes

    Serving Size: 4

    Ingredients

    • 400g linguine or spaghetti
    • 150g hot smoked salmon, in flakes – rich in omega 3
    • 150g smoked salmon, cut into strips – rich in omega 3
    • 2 large egg yolks 1 lemon, zest and juice (3 tbsp)
    • 150ml half fat crème fraiche
    • 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
    • 2 tablespoons dill, chopped
    • For the salad:
    • 150g baby leaf spinach – rich in lutein
    • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin rapeseed oil

    Method

    1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a rolling boil, add the pasta and cook according to pack instructions.
    2. Meanwhile, in a bowl mix the crème fraiche, egg yolks, mustard, dill, lemon zest and juice and some seasoning. Place the spinach and tomatoes in a large serving bowl.
    3. Drain the pasta when it’s ready and place back in the saucepan, but not over the heat. Add both types of salmon, the crème fraiche and the lemon sauce. Mix really well. Serve in pasta bowls.
    4. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar and oil with some seasoning over the salad and serve on the side.

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialMains, Say "Eye" to Better Health

    Spinach and Smoked Salmon Eggs Royale With Pumpkin SeedsRecipe and Image ICaps (www.icapsinfo.co.uk)

    This colourful, healthy and tasty brunch idea can be part prepared ahead of time and then be ready in moments. Prepare and cook the tomatoes and the pumpkin seeds the day or evening before and you’re ready to go.

    Spinach and Smoked Salmon Eggs Royale With Pumpkin Seeds

    Prep Time: 20 minutes

    Cook Time: 1 hour

    Serving Size: 4

    Ingredients

    • 8 tomatoes on the vine, halved crossways
    • 1 fat garlic clove, crushed
    • 2 tablespoons rapeseed oil – rich in omega-3
    • 3 tablespoons (30g) pumpkin seeds – rich in omega-3
    • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
    • 200g lightly smoked salmon – rich in omega-3
    • 200g bag baby leaf spinach – rich in lutein
    • 4 large eggs at room temperature – rich in lutein
    • 4 English breakfast muffins, halved

    Method

    1. Pre-heat the oven to 160C/150C fan/Gas mark 4. Place the tomatoes, cut side up on a wire rack sitting on a baking tray. Mix the garlic and rapeseed oil with some seasoning and spoon over the cut sides of the tomatoes. Leave to slowly roast for about 1 hour or up to 1 hour and a half.
    2. Place the pumpkin seeds in a small ovenproof non-stick frying pan and heat, tossing over the heat for a couple of minutes, until they smell toasted and they start to pop. Remove from the heat and add the soy sauce, stir with a wooden spoon until the liquid has evaporated. Place in the oven with the tomatoes for 10 minutes, so they dry out and remove to cool.
    3. When ready to serve, bring a saucepan of water to the boil and turn down until it’s barely a simmer. Create a whirlpool with the end of a wooden spoon and then break the eggs in one at a time, don’t worry if it looks like they’re cooking together, they will separate again when set. Leave them completely alone for 4 minutes (5 minutes if you like them less runny) and then drain each one and place on kitchen roll to dry.
    4. Whilst the eggs poach, microwave or steam the spinach for 2 minutes to wilt and toast the muffins.
    5. To serve, place two toasted muffins halves on each plate, arrange the spinach, tomatoes and salmon on top and finish with a poached egg and a sprinkle of the roasted pumpkin seeds.

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialDrinks, Berry Healthy

    Blueberry and Orange SmoothieImage and Recipe Ocean Spray (www.oceanspray.co.uk)

    This smoothie makes a healthy breakfast and is perfect for a new year detox. However if you want to make it a little creamier, simply add a scoop of low fat frozen yoghurt or ice cream.

    Blueberry and Orange Smoothie

    Prep Time: 5 minutes

    Serving Size: 2

    Ingredients

    • 200ml Ocean Spray Blueberry or Blueberry Light Juice Drink
    • Juice of 1 fresh orange
    • 100g fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
    • 3 tbsp low fat natural yogurt
    • Manuka honey, to taste

    Method

    1. Place all the ingredients except the honey into a blender. Whiz until smooth. Add honey to taste and serve over ice.

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialSweets, Berry Healthy

    Apple and Bluberry JelliesImage and Recipe Ocean Spray (www.oceanspray.co.uk)

    Just because you’re trying to shift that Christmas bulge doesn’t mean you have to go without treats. Keep it low fat and get contribute to your five a day with these fruity little jellies.

    Blueberry Apple Jellies

    Prep Time: 15 minutes

    Serving Size: 4

    Allow 2-3 hours for the jellies to set

    Ingredients

    • 300 ml Ocean Spray Blueberry Juice Drink
    • 5 sheets of gelatine
    • 300 ml sparkling apple juice
    • 100g fresh blueberries

    Method

    1. Place the sheets of gelatine in a flat dish and sprinkle over 3 tbsp cold water. Leave to soak for 3 minutes until soft.
    2. Squeeze the water out of the gelatine and place in a small pan and heat gently until melted.
    3. Add the Ocean Spray Blueberry Juice Drink and sparkling apple juice and mix thoroughly.
    4. Place a handful of fresh blueberries in the bottom of four glasses and pour over the jelly mix. Leave to set for 2-3 hours.

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    January 8th, 2012Family Food Magazine EditorialMains, Berry Healthy

    Cranberry and Goat's Cheese SaladImage and Recipe Ocean Spray (www.oceanspray.co.uk)

    Serve with fresh crusty bread for a light, but filling dinner.

    Cranberry and Goat’s Cheese Salad

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook Time: 5 minutes

    Serving Size: 4

    Ingredients

    • 400g soft Goats’ cheese, rind trimmed
    • 50g Ocean Spray Craisins sweetened dried cranberries
    • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
    • 5 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
    • 1 tsp Herbes de Provence
    • Pinch of sugar
    • 1 x 250g bag mixed salad leaves
    • Sea salt and black pepper
    • Lemon rind to garnish

    Method

    1. Preheat the grill to a medium to high setting. In a bowl, mash the goats’ cheese and work in the Craisins with a fork or your fingertips. Roll the cheese into walnut sized balls and place on a baking sheet.
    2. Grill the goats’ cheese for a few minutes, until the surface is just starting to brown. Remove and set aside.
    3. In a jar mix together the vinegar, oil, herbs, mustard and sugar. Shake well and season to taste.
    4. Toss the dressing over the salad leaves and pile into salad bowls. Top with the grilled goats’ cheese and serve garnished with lemon rind.

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    December 18th, 2011Family Food Magazine EditorialFeatures

    James MartinWords and Image James Martin and Barclaycard http://www.facebook.com/barclaycard)

    James Martin shares some imaginative culinary ideas for those Christmas leftovers that will stretch further than the common turkey sandwiches . . .

    Bubble and squeak
    You can put all of the leftover vegetables to good use by knocking up some classic bubble and squeak. Add onion and streaky bacon to your mixed veg (parsnips, beans, sprouts, carrots, cabbage etc) salt, pepper and mashed potato into a bowl. Heat up a pan using a knob of butter and separate the mixture into six portions coated with flour. Place the cakes into a baking tray and once cooked for 25 minutes, fry off in a pan until golden and crispy.

    The best turkey sandwich
    Why not use all that turkey to make the ultimate turkey sandwich. Just shred up the meat, add some of the left over stuffing, butter two slices of chunky bread and layer up on a bed of fresh lettuce, cucumber, lashings of mayo, and some cranberry sauce. Try sampling some other toppings such as avocado and brie to find your favourite to make the most of that delicious meat.

    Turkey and leek pie
    This pie is the perfect leftover recipe, you can add almost anything to it! Start by adding flour to some melted butter and slowly combining chicken stock to make a sauce. Add the turkey pieces, ham, leek, season with salt and pepper, place in the bottom of an ovenproof dish and pour over the sauce. Roll out some ready made pastry and top the pie, glaze with a beaten egg, then bake for 35 minutes at 220°C.

    Turkey curry
    How about whipping up a nice turkey curry in no time at all. Simply pick up a jar of some good quality curry paste and coconut milk, and then fry off some onions with any of the leftover vegetables. Once softened add in the turkey with some seasoning and add the coconut milk with some stock and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve up with boiled rice and to freshen up add a squeeze of lime and some chopped coriander.

    Gnocchi
    These Italian dumplings are a classic and one of the best ways to use up your mashed potato. Make sure the mash is completely lump free, use a sieve to ensure this, and then mix up with some flour, seasoning and one beaten egg to make a dough. Leave to rest for 20 minutes then roll out into a long sausage and cut into 2.5cm pieces. Use a fork to squash down the pieces and boil them in salted water in batches. Cook for 5 minutes until they rise to the surface and serve with some pesto or a good quality tomato sauce.

    Scrambled eggs with smoked salmon
    Use up the leftover cream for luxurious scrambled eggs and if you have any smoked salmon just add to the plate for a luxurious Boxing Day breakfast. Take 3 eggs, mix in the cream, season with salt and pepper and whisk up. Then cook in a hot pan, leaving to sit for 20 seconds before stirring, serve up on toasted bread and top with smoked salmon.

    Stilton and walnut tart
    Use up those Christmas day staples of Stilton and walnuts in a wonderfully simple tart. For your filling, simply add to a mixing bowl some sliced cooked potatoes with crumbled Stilton and chopped walnuts with any leftover spinach. Line an ovenproof dish with short crust pastry and blind bake for 10 minutes, and then beat up 2 or 3 eggs with some cream. Place the ingredients for your pie in its casing and pour over the egg mixture. Bake for 35 minutes or until the tart is set. Leave to cool and serve.

    Christmas pudding muffins
    Make up some delicious muffins with leftover Christmas pudding by breaking up your leftover Christmas pudding into a bowl with an egg, milk, salted butter, plain flour, baking powder, mixed spice and caster sugar before mixing well and spooning into paper cases and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes. Then top with your favourite butter icing.

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