TUNA SALAD

TUNA SALAD

A colourful finely diced salad – ensuring you get a bit of everything in every bite! Eat it as it is, or use it as a sandwich filling. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes FOR THE SALAD: • 2 tins tuna (dolphin friendly) • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 1 tin black beans, drained…
VEGGIE CHILLI WITH CORIANDER

VEGGIE CHILLI WITH CORIANDER

Coriander is one of the most flavoursome of herbs and this month Anna Pettigrew adds plenty to her chilli and pakora dishes.  A real taste sensation, this veggie chilli is easy to prepare and great for mid-week dinners. Add plenty of coriander, it really makes the dish. Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 40 minutes SERVES 4 • 150g/5oz…
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…
SALMON & WATERCRESS SPELT TART

SALMON & WATERCRESS SPELT TART

A lovely centrepiece for the dinner table, showcasing seasonal watercress and wild salmon. SERVES 4-6 Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour FOR THE SPELT PASTRY: • 200g/7oz spelt flour • Pinch of salt • 100g/3½oz unsalted butter, diced • 1 egg • 2-4 tbsp cold water FOR THE FILLING: • 130g/5oz wild salmon fillet • 200ml/7fl oz…
WATERCRESS & RED PEPPER RISOTTO

WATERCRESS & RED PEPPER RISOTTO

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…
POTATO & CHANA DAL CURRY

POTATO & CHANA DAL CURRY

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…
POTATO & EGG SALAD

POTATO & EGG SALAD

The secret to a good potato salad is seasoning the potatoes while they are still warm.  SERVES 4-6 Preparation time: 25 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes • 800g/1Âľlb potatoes • 3 tbsp white wine vinegar • 2 celery stalks, diced • 2 spring onions, diced • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled • 3 tbsp mayonnaise • 1 tsp mustard powder…
CREAMED SWEETHEART CABBAGE

CREAMED SWEETHEART CABBAGE

This is a lovely winter dish and is an excellent accompaniment to baked fish or sausages. SERVES 2 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes • 1 sweetheart cabbage • 30g/1oz butter • 2 tbsp plain flour • 250ml/9fl oz milk • 250ml/9fl oz cooking water from the cabbage • Salt and pepper • ÂĽ tsp nutmeg 1. Cut…