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Growing undercover

1st May 2020 Shannon Butcher Tips and Advice

The vast majority of popular fruit and vegetable crops can be grown outside in the UK; however our growing season is relatively short and can be quite variable weather-wise to say the least. Photo: iStock/Alicia Garcia Monedero As you get into your hobby you will soon appreciate the benefits a protected growing space, in the form of a greenhouse or…

A soup-er way to eat your greens!

18th October 2018 Steve Ott Recipes

The Vegetarian Society is dishing up some comfort grub as we head into the colder months… and you can grow most of the ingredients! When the season of colds and flu is upon us, we all have a favourite comforting dish that makes us feel better. The Vegetarian Society asked its members and supporters for their go-to culinary hugs and…

Podcast 27: Embrace the Weird & Wonderful

30th October 2017 Steve Ott Podcast

The Kitchen Garden Magazine Podcast – packed full of hints, tips and advice from the team. Halloween Special: Pumpkins and winter squash have been around in one form or another for thousands of years, be it the stereotypical orange pumpkin that is carved at Halloween, or the small oblong squash which tastes just like a sweet potato. So, when is…

Grow Your Own with a Raised Bed Planter

13th June 2017 Steve Ott Advertising Features, Reviews, Tips and Advice

Practically any vegetable and soft fruit can be grown in a raised bed. The popularity of raised beds and deep root planters has surged in recent years. It’s little wonder why, as they boast a series of advantages over growing vegetables in traditional plots. Practically any vegetable and soft fruit can be grown in a raised bed and most can…

Pink Lady’s Favourite Chicken Salad with Butternut Bites

7th April 2017 Steve Ott Recipes

This main-course salad ticks all the boxes for a healthy meal – and it tastes SO good! Preparation:10 minutes | Cooking: 25 minutes Serves:2 300g prepared butternut squash, cut into chunks 1tbsp olive oil Pinch of cumin seeds or chilli flakes (optional) 30g whole hazelnuts 80g bag spinach, watercress and rocket salad 1 South African Pink Lady apple 250g roast…

HARISSA CHICKEN & SPRING ONION STUFFED POTATO SKINS

13th February 2017 Steve Ott Recipes

Spicy and delicious, this dish is great for a mid-week dinner served with a green salad. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes • 4 sweet potatoes, washed • 2 small chicken breasts • 1 tbsp olive oil plus extra for brushing • ½ lime, juice of • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 5 spring…

Spicy Kale Pasties

12th September 2016 Steve Ott Recipes

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 •…

Kale & Sweet Potato Pasta

12th September 2016 Steve Ott Recipes

This is a colourful dish, making great use of vitamin-rich kale and flavourful sweet potatoes. Can be made ahead and served cold as a salad. SERVES 2 Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced • 1 large red onion, roughly chopped • 2 garlic cloves, chopped • 2 tbsp olive oil…