Everyday we are hearing in the media that prices are rising, fuel and food being our biggest concerns. This week I share some of my tips to help you eat healthy and still stick to a budget. What is healthy eating? I don't believe in having to eat avocado and spirulina powder to have a healthy diet. On a budget, exotic ingredients can be unattainable, but that doesn't have to mean you can't eat well. Getting the basics right is key, quality protein, fibre, good fats and colour are my four...
Sausage Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
A quick and easy mid-week meal that all the family will enjoy.
Split Pea and Potato Soup
A really hearty soup, topped with tasty crunchy roast potatoes. Warming and filling, suitable for vegan and vegetarians.
Lentil and Red Pepper Ragu
Try this vegan recipe out on the meat eaters in the house. It’s filling and tasty, they will love it!
Ham and Beetroot Salad
This is a perfect quick lunch meal that has a good level of protein, some healthy fat and at least three portions of vegetables. I make this with ham for my hubby and but I prefer smoked salmon so swap it for me! I love a dressing on my salad, and by adding the horseradish it has a lovely zing, if you don't eat dairy then swap then you can use soya yoghurt. Ingredients - makes 2 100g frozen peas 175g beetroot cubed 2 spring onions thinly sliced 2 baby gem lettuce sliced 100g ham 2 tsp yogurt...
Roast Sea Bass with Potatoes
Add extra vegetables to the tray and have them for lunch the next day!
Ham and Beetroot Salad
You can layer this salad in a jar to make it more portable, it tastes just as good with beef or chicken.
Lynda’s Chicken, Chorizo & Prawn easy Paella
I created this recipe for my lovely client Lynda, she wanted to wow her family by cooking a paella. This is a really easy version, it can be on the table in 30 minutes, and uses lot of ingredients from the freezer and store cupboard. Ingredients - serves 4 2 tblsp olive oil 2 medium onions chopped 3 medium tomatoes roughly chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 300g basmati rice 1 chicken breast (chopped into smallish cubes) 1/3 ring chorizo (chopped into smallish cubes) 16 (approx) frozen king...
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