The texture of this irresistible teabread is a mixture of crumbly ginger–spiced cake and a sticky, sweet prune purée that is rippled through it. The teabread keeps well – in fact, it improves after being stored for a day or [...]
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Spiced root vegetable wedges with mustard dip
Lightly crushed coriander seeds and a hint of cinnamon accentuate the flavours of sweet potatoes, parsnips and carrots, baked in wedges to make dippers for a tangy mustard and yogurt dip. This is a terrific way to add more vegetables to your diet.
Spiced fruit, nuts and seeds
This mildly spiced mix of crunchy nuts, pepitas, sunflower seeds, tangy dried cranberries and sweet sultanas is great for nibbling as a healthy snack or with drinks. Children love it (although it is not suitable for young children who can choke [...]
Spiced couscous tomatoes
Choose ripe, well–flavoured tomatoes for this dish. Hollowed out, they make the perfect container for a spicy eggplant, dried apricot and nut couscous. The juices are squeezed out of the scoopedout tomato flesh and seeds, and whisked with [...]
Smoked trout wraps
Wraps are made by rolling up a filling inside a soft, wheat flour tortilla. They make a great alternative to ordinary sandwiches and are great for lunch on the run. Here smoked trout, taramasalata and salad greens combine for a tempting filling.
Sardine, watercress and carrot open sandwich
This unusual combination of ingredients makes a colourful sandwich that is packed with interesting textures and good flavours. It only takes a few minutes to make, so is perfect for a quick lunch or a snack at any time of the day.
Salmon and tomato chowder
A chowder is a classic American meal–in–a–bowl soup. This delicious chowder is flavoured with lean bacon, leeks and tomatoes and thickened with potatoes, all of which provide the perfect background for tender flakes of salmon. [...]
Cheese and watercress soufflé
Soufflés have a quite undeserved reputation for being difficult to make. This tasty soufflé is, in fact, very quick and easy to prepare and makes a satisfying lunch when served with crusty bread and a side salad. The watercress gives a delicious [...]
Chicken and cashew nut pancakes
Chicken stir–fried with carrots, celery and cabbage, then lightly flavoured with orange and sesame, makes a delicious filling for pancakes, with the option to spice it up with the addition of chilli. This dish is sure to meet with your [...]
Chorizo, grilled capsicum and tomato bruschetta
This open sandwich of toasted ciabatta bread with a mixed capsicum topping is typical of the style of food enjoyed in Mediterranean countries, where bread, along with plenty of fruit and vegetables, is a mainstay of the diet. A little chorizo [...]
Egg and anchovy pan bagna
Pan bagna is a Mediterranean layered sandwich, often prepared in a hollowed–out round, rustic loaf. Here eggs, anchovies, capers, basil and tomatoes – all ingredients from a classic salade niçoise – are layered in a long [...]
Falafel pitas
Falafel, the traditional Middle Eastern bean patties, are usually deep–fried. This updated version, delicately spiced and crunchy with grated carrot, is baked for a lower fat result, but is just as delicious. When served in pita pockets [...]
Fennel and bean salad
The pleasant aniseed flavour of fresh fennel combines with cannellini beans, green olives, prosciutto and a fresh orange dressing in this appetising warm salad. Serve it with crusty French bread for a satisfying lunch.
Baked rigatoni with eggplant
Eggplant adds a lovely flavour and texture to this hearty vegetarian pasta dish that is topped with a crisp layer of breadcrumbs and parmesan. The rich tomato sauce could be made in advance, then the dish can be quickly assembled and baked when [...]
Apple and hazelnut pikelets
Pikelets are an almost instant sweet snack. The thick batter is made by simply stirring together a few basic pantry ingredients, and the pikelets cook in minutes. Here they are flavoured with diced apple and toasted hazelnuts. Top with a little [...]
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