Anna Pettigrew
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Garlic Prawns & Pea Spaghetti
A very quick and easy dish to throw together, using freshly picked garden peas. SERVES 2 • 200g (7oz) spaghetti • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped • 2 tbsp olive oil • 175g (6oz) raw shelled prawns • 1 lemon,…
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Cucumber Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a famously garlicky yoghurt dip from Greece. It’s commonly eaten as a sauce on pitta or a dip for vegetables. SERVES 4 • 1 cucumber • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1 small bunch dill, chopped • 500ml…
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Cucumber Lemonade
A refreshing summer drink using home-grown cucumbers and mint. SERVES 4 • 100g (3½oz) granulated sugar • 250ml (9fl oz) water • 250ml (9fl oz) freshly squeezed lemon juice • 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced • 1 handful mint leaves…
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Danish Buttermilk Horns, With A Cherry Almond Filling
These traditional pastries come from the very northern part of Denmark. Buttery, crisp on the outside and soft in the middle. MAKES 12 • 150ml (5fl oz) buttermilk • 1 tsp yeast • 1 tbsp sugar • ½ tsp salt…
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Tender Asparagus Scrambled Eggs
Add seasonal asparagus to your brunch menu for something a little special. SERVES 4 • A knob of butter • 8 eggs, lightly beaten • 1 tsp chopped fresh curly parsley or chives • 4 slices of rustic bread, toasted…
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Roasted Lemon Asparagus
A healthy and easy side dish of fresh asparagus, perfect to serve alongside many main courses. SERVES 4 • 1 bunch of asparagus • 1 lemon, sliced • 1 tbsp olive oil • Salt and pepper to taste 1. Preheat…
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Courgette & Lemon Cake
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 •…
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Courgette & Spelt Bread Rolls
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)…
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Egg-Free Chocolate Cherry Mousse
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…
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Rocket & Chickpea Salad
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…
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Rhubarb & Buttermilk Scones
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…
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Prawn & Spring Onion Chow Mein
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…
