Author: Anna Pettigrew

Anna Cairns Pettigrew is a photographer, cook and recipe developer and a lover of all things organic. She can usually be found either gardening or cooking up a storm. She lives in the Scottish countryside with her husband, 2 children, 1 dog and 8 chickens!
Courgette & Lemon Cake

Courgette & Lemon Cake

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I really enjoy making courgette cake as it’s quick and easy. Great for making if expecting guests! SERVES 6-8 • 150ml (5fl oz) organic sunflower oil, plus extra to grease • 250g (9oz) self-raising flour • 3 large eggs • 175g (6oz) unrefined granulated sugar • ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda • 2 medium courgettes or 250g (9oz), grated •…
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Courgette & Spelt Bread Rolls

Courgette & Spelt Bread Rolls

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Delicious, flavourful bread that doesn’t go dry quickly due to the moist courgettes. MAKES 6 • 1 tsp easy bake yeast • 400g (14oz) organic strong flour • 100g (3½oz) organic spelt flour • 1 tsp salt • 130g (4½oz) courgettes, grated • 350ml (12fl oz) lukewarm water • 1 egg, beaten • A handful of pumpkin seeds 1. In…
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Egg-Free Chocolate Cherry Mousse

Egg-Free Chocolate Cherry Mousse

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A quick and simple dessert that is sure to please a crowd.  SERVES6-8 • 50ml (2fl oz) water • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar • 200 grams (7oz) chocolate, coarsely chopped • ½ tablespoon dark rum, brandy, or liquor of your choice (optional) • 250ml double cream 1. Place chocolate in a large bowl. 2. In a medium saucepan, boil water…
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Rocket & Chickpea Salad

Rocket & Chickpea Salad

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A fresh and flavourful salad that is both colourful and filling. SERVES3-4 • 400g tin of chickpeas • 3-4 handfuls rocket • 100g (3½oz) feta, roughly chopped • 1 carrot, grated • 1 small red onion, finely chopped • ½ lemon, juice of • 1 handful basil leaves, torn • 1 tsp oregano • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1…
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Rhubarb & Buttermilk Scones

Rhubarb & Buttermilk Scones

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These light delicious scones are great served still warm. MAKES8 • 175g (6oz) self-raising flour • 1 tsp baking powder • 50g (1oz) butter • 50g (2oz) sugar • 1 stick rhubarb, cut into 1cm pieces. • 125g (4oz) oats • 150g (5fl oz) butter milk • 1 egg 1. Preheat oven to 220C/200 fan/gas 6 2. Sift flour and…
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Prawn & Spring Onion Chow Mein

Prawn & Spring Onion Chow Mein

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Have an oriental-inspired dinner with this fragrant and colourful noodle dish. SERVES 4 • 3 nests fine egg noodles • 1 small bunch spring onions • 100g (3½oz) bean sprouts • 140g (5oz) broccoli, chopped into small florets • 140g (5oz) baby corn, halved • 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil • 1 red bell pepper, sliced • ½…
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Spring Onion Frittata

Spring Onion Frittata

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Frittatas are a firm favourite in my household. You can put practically any seasonal garden produce into the recipe! SERVES 4 • 500g (1lb 2oz) new potatoes, cooked and sliced • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 handful spring onion, finely sliced • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped • 2 tbsp mint, roughly chopped • 2 tbsp parsley, roughly chopped…
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Rocket Falafel

Rocket Falafel

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Make your own falafel with this easy recipe; serve warm with flat bread and mixed salad. SERVES 4 • 400g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained • 2-3 garlic cloves • 1 big handful of rocket • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp ground coriander • 2 tbsp plain flour • 1 small onion, roughly chopped • 1 tsp salt…
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Tangy Mango & Parsley Salsa

Tangy Mango & Parsley Salsa

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A fresh mango salsa is a great pre-dinner snack or party food. SERVES 4 AS A SNACK • 1 large mango, peeled and chopped • 1 red pepper, finely chopped • ½ red onion, finely chopped • 1 tsp chopped jalapeño peppers from a jar • 1 tbsp parsley, chopped • 1 tbsp coriander, chopped • 2 tbsp fresh lime…
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New Potato & Cherry Tomato Bake

New Potato & Cherry Tomato Bake

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A hearty and delicious bake which is easy to assemble. SERVES 4 • 500g (1lb) new potatoes • 300g (10oz) cherry tomatoes • A few knobs of butter, plus extra for greasing • 4-5 thyme sprigs • 100g (3½oz) Gruyère, grated • 100g (3½oz) Parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), grated • 250ml (9fl oz) pot double cream • 200ml (7fl oz)…
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