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Mushrooms

Grow your own veg fast

Grow your own veg fast

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In these uncertain times lots of people are having the urge to start growing their own veg. Why not have a go at microgreen growing tasty nutritious veg in a matter of days. Microgreens are veg harvested while still only tiny shoots and are packed with vitamins and antioxidants to help boost health. They can also be grown on windowsills.…
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Bring the harvest home

Bring the harvest home

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Editor Steve Ott welcomes you to the October issue and outlines what’s ‘in store’ for the forthcoming weeks What’s new?: Emma, Steve and Tony give a garden update Also in the October issue – Steve Neal heads to London to meet ‘the Golden Baggers’… a group of gardeners making the most of inner-city small spaces to grow their own fruit…
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Mudketeers diary-Aug 16th 2018

Mudketeers diary-Aug 16th 2018

Recipes
Sungold sensation I love this time of year when my ‘Sungold’ tomatoes are ripening. I have just gone outside and harvested some of these sweet orange cherry tomatoes. They went into the pan already warmed by the sun. To this I added a bit of butter, crushed clove of garlic, a sprinkle of chilli seeds, a chopped mushroom and some…
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MUSHROOM & GOATS CHEESE RISOTTO

MUSHROOM & GOATS CHEESE RISOTTO

Recipes
With apple, kale and mushroom on the menu, this month promises to be a tasty one thanks to Anna’s latest medley of culinary marvels I hadn’t really discovered the joys of growing your own mushrooms until I was gifted a mushroom growing kit. Make your own mushroom risotto from scratch with this recipe! SERVES 4 | Preparation time: 20 minutes…
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WATERCRESS & RED PEPPER RISOTTO

WATERCRESS & RED PEPPER RISOTTO

Recipes
A bright and fresh dish using vibrant watercress and red peppers. Risotto is surprisingly simple to make, but the secret is to keep stirring SERVES 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 1 clove garlic, chopped • 400g/1lb risotto rice • 150ml/5fl oz vegetarian dry white wine…
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POTATO & CHANA DAL CURRY

POTATO & CHANA DAL CURRY

Recipes
I almost always add a few potatoes to my curries. I like the extra bite they add, and they’re also satisfyingly filling.  SERVES 4 Preparation time: 35 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes • 1½ tsp Madras powder • 1½ tsp turmeric • 1 tsp curry powder • 1 tsp cumin seeds, ground in a mortar • 5 cardamom pods…
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Thai Green Curry with Cauliflower

Thai Green Curry with Cauliflower

Recipes
This aromatic vegetarian Thai green curry features this season’s best cauliflower. Full of flavour and simple enough for weeknight dinners. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes • 2 tbsp coconut oil • 200g/8oz tofu, cubed • 1 medium onion, diced • 2 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced • 3 tbsp Thai green curry paste • 1…
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Roast Garlic, Mushroom & Nut Pate

Roast Garlic, Mushroom & Nut Pate

Recipes
This vegan pâtĂ© is sure to take your fancy, and is a speedy dish to prepare. It’s delicious on hot toast or crackers. SERVES4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes • 250g/9oz organic chestnut mushrooms, chopped roughly • 60g/2oz unsalted mixed nuts, such as walnuts or hazelnuts • 1 whole garlic • 1 tbsp olive oil • ½…
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Stuffed Savoy Cabbage Rolls

Stuffed Savoy Cabbage Rolls

Recipes
Surprisingly quick to make, these stuffed cabbage parcels can be made with endless filling combinations.  SERVES 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes • 1 onion • 400g/14oz turkey mince • 200g/7oz mushrooms • 4 cloves of garlic • 25 g/1oz walnuts • 50 g/2oz feta cheese • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus a drizzle extra • 8…
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