Better bird-feeding

Better bird-feeding

With winter closing in, the RSPB has shared its top tips on how best to help your garden birds through the winter Birds have benefited from the mild autumn, says the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, but will start to struggle as natural resources dwindle and shorter days leave them less time for foraging – so they will…
LENTIL BURGER WITH RED ONION

LENTIL BURGER WITH RED ONION

A delicious and light vegetarian burger,perfect for enjoying al fresco.  It is really simple to make as you throw all the ingredients in a food processor. No chopping required! SERVES 8 | Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes • 125g/4.5oz red lentils • 1 large red onion • 1 egg • 1 tbsp tomato paste • 1…
BEET BURGER

BEET BURGER

Crispy on the outside, yummy and smoky flavoured on the inside, this recipe has everything you want from a burger.  Serve it with potato wedges or a big salad for a lighter meal. MAKES 6 PATTIES Preparation time: 35 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes • 2 large beetroots (about 350g/12oz) • 1 large onion • 100g/3oz green lentils, cooked…
Carrot & Coriander Soup

Carrot & Coriander Soup

A classic way to use up some of your seasonal carrots. Enjoy the fresh taste of this easy soup. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 large onion, chopped • 2 tsp ground coriander • 1 potato, peeled and diced • 50g (2oz) red lentils • 450g (15oz) carrots, peeled…
Carrot & Turkey Bolognese

Carrot & Turkey Bolognese

This pasta dish is packed with delicious and healthy ingredients. Green lentils, chickpeas and lean turkey, great for a filling family dish. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes • 1 pack spaghetti • 8 tomatoes • 1 aubergine, diced • 2 cloves garlic • Olive oil for drizzling • 1 onion, finely chopped • 400g (14oz)…
Spicy Kale Pasties

Spicy Kale Pasties

These vegetarian pasties are great to make up for a picnic, or a party for easy one-handed eating!  MAKES 6 pasties Preparation time: 1 hour 30 minutes     |     Cooking time: 30 minutes You can get creative with the filling too – try adding cooked sweet potato or chickpeas. FOR THE DOUGH: • 225ml warm water •…
Lentil Stuffed Peppers

Lentil Stuffed Peppers

A quick and easy stuffed pepper recipe, perfect to serve at a barbecue. SERVES 6 • 200g (7oz) red or green lentils • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped • 1 carrot, grated • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped • A handful of cherry tomatoes, chopped • 125ml (4½fl oz) vegetable stock •…
Garlic Dal

Garlic Dal

Aromatic and full of strong garlic, this dal is a great comfort food, and easy to whip up too. SERVES 4 • 250g (9oz) chana dal (yellow dried split peas) • 8-10 garlic cloves, peeled and slightly crushed • 1 tsp cumin seeds • 1 tsp mustard seeds • 1 green chilli • ½ tsp turmeric powder • 1 pinch…