Pesto-Baked Cod with Potato & Pea Crush

Pesto-Baked Cod with Potato & Pea Crush

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Ingredients

  • A knob of butter
  • 520 g boneless cod fillets
  • 4 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 2 tomatoes seeded and chopped
  • 700 g 1lb 9oz potatoes, diced
  • 200 g 7oz frozen peas
  • Finely grated zest and juice of ½ a lemon

Serves 4 | Calories: 481 per serving

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200ºC (392ºF).
  • Lightly butter a small ovenproof dish and place the cod fillets inside.
  • Mix together the pesto and chopped tomatoes, then spoon this mixture on top of the fillets.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until the cod is cooked through.
  • While the cod is baking, cook the potatoes in a pan of boiling water for 13-15 minutes.
  • Add the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until both are tender.
  • Drain and return them to the pan.
  • Add a little butter to the pan and lightly crush the potatoes and peas using a masher.
  • Stir in the lemon zest and juice, then season the mixture to taste.
  • Divide the potato and pea crush between four plates and top with the baked cod and tomato-pesto mixture, spooning over any baking juices.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy your delicious pesto-baked cod with potato and pea crush!
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Red Cooked Chicken

Red Cooked Chicken

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Ingredients

Serves 4 | Calories: 561 per serving

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 4-7 hrs |

Instructions

  • In a slow cooker pot, mix together the grated ginger, tamari, honey, chopped garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), Chinese five spice, and chilli sauce.
  • Stir in the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or on high for 3 hours.
  • Once done, scoop out the chicken and cover it with foil.
  • Stir the cornflour into a little water and add it to the pot.
  • If you were cooking on low, turn the slow cooker to high and cook for 15 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  • Return the chicken to the pot along with the white part of the sliced spring onions.
  • Stir and cover, then cook on high for another 1 hour until the chicken is tender.
  • Steam the broccolini and divide it between serving plates.
  • Top with the cooked chicken.
  • Spoon the sauce over the top and sprinkle with sesame seeds, the green parts of the sliced spring onions, and chopped coriander.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve with lime wedges and rice.
Enjoy your red cooked chicken, a flavorful and tender dish!
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Course; Chicken
Diets; Gluten-Free

Sauerkraut Tart

Sauerkraut Tart

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Ingredients

  • 100 g 3½oz raisins
  • 1 kg 2lb 2oz sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion peeled and finely chopped
  • Coconut oil or ghee for frying and greasing
  • 3 free-range eggs
  • 400 g 14oz sauerkraut, drained
  • 200 g 7oz wheat-free oat flour
  • A small handful of thyme leaves finely chopped
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 150 g 5½oz feta cheese
  • 2-3 tablespoons sunflower seeds

Serves 8 |Calories: 420 per serving

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 35 mins |

Instructions

  • Soak the raisins in a bowl of boiling water for about 15 minutes.
  • Boil the sweet potatoes in water for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked.
  • Drain and allow them to cool.
  • Meanwhile, sauté the chopped onion with a spoonful of coconut oil until it becomes translucent.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy.
  • Mash the cooked sweet potatoes and drain the raisins.
  • Add the raisins, sweet potatoes, sauerkraut, oat flour, sautéed onion, chopped thyme, and pepper to the bowl with the beaten eggs.
  • Crumble half of the feta into the mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Transfer the mixture into a greased 28cm (11in) tart dish and crumble the remaining feta on top.
  • Sprinkle the tart with sunflower seeds, then bake in the oven for about 35 minutes.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy your sauerkraut tart, a unique and flavorful dish!
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Course; Quiche / Vegetables
Diets; Gluten-Free

Plant-Based Paella

Plant-Based Paella

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Ingredients

Serves 4-5 | Calories: 602 per serving

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 40-45 mins |

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan, and add the crushed garlic.
  • Then, add all the vegetables, spices (cayenne pepper, paprika, and chili flakes), and the juice of 1 lemon.
  • Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Allow the mixture to cook down for 5 minutes.
  • Now, add the coconut milk, vegetable stock, brown basmati rice, saffron, and another pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, and cover.
  • Let it simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
  • Add the juice of another lemon and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until you achieve the desired consistency.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve the plant-based paella with chopped fresh coriander and the remaining lemon cut into wedges.
Enjoy your flavorful and vibrant plant-based paella!
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Course; Vegetables
Cuisine; European / Spain
Diets; Gluten-Free

Tofu Pad Thai

Tofu Pad Thai

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Ingredients

  • 300 g 10½oz brown rice noodles
  • 80 g 2¾oz shelled unsalted peanuts
  • 1 large shallot peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 large garlic clove peeled and finely chopped
  • 200 g 7oz sustainable raw peeled prawns
  • 180 g 6oz firm silken-style tofu, drained and cut into cubes
  • ½ a small bunch of fresh chives
  • 40 g 1½oz tamarind purée
  • 35 g 1¼oz brown sugar (or palm sugar)
  • 35 ml 1¼fl oz fish sauce (optional)
  • Juice of ½-1 lime plus extra wedges
  • 2 large free-range eggs
  • 1 tsp light gluten-free soy sauce
  • A pinch of hot chili powder optional
  • 4 spring onions chopped, plus extra to serve
  • A small bunch of fresh coriander plus extra to serve
  • 1 tbsp coconut milk
  • A few slices of red chili to garnish
  • 1½ tbsp olive oil
  • A handful of ready-to-eat bean sprouts

Serves 4 | Calories: 656 per serving

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins |

Instructions

  • Cook the brown rice noodles according to the package instructions.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a dry pan, toast the unsalted peanuts over medium heat until they become golden brown.
  • Remove them from the pan and roughly chop them.
  • Heat 1½ tablespoons of olive oil in a wok or large frying pan.
  • Add the chopped shallot and garlic and stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant.
  • Add the raw peeled prawns and firm tofu cubes, and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the prawns turn pink and the tofu is lightly browned.
  • Chop the chives and add them to the wok or frying pan.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the tamarind purée, brown sugar, fish sauce (if using), and the juice of half to one lime.
  • Pour this mixture into the wok and stir.
  • Push the ingredients in the wok to one side, and crack the eggs into the other side.
  • Scramble the eggs until they are mostly set.
  • Add the cooked brown rice noodles to the wok, along with light gluten-free soy sauce and hot chili powder (if using).
  • Toss everything together and stir-fry for a few minutes.
  • Add the chopped spring onions, a small bunch of fresh coriander, and coconut milk.
  • Continue to stir-fry for another minute.
  • Serve the Tofu Pad Thai garnished with additional spring onions, fresh coriander, red chili slices, toasted chopped peanuts, and a handful of ready-to-eat bean sprouts.
  • Provide lime wedges on the side.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy your homemade Tofu Pad Thai!
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Course; Meat
Cuisine; Thailand
Diets; Gluten-Free

Thai Tofu Curry

Thai Tofu Curry

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Ingredients

  • 100 ml 3½fl oz coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon red Thai curry paste
  • 230-250 g 8-9oz firm tofu, chopped
  • 100 g 3½oz tenderstem broccoli
  • 3 tablespoons coconut cream
  • ½ tablespoon fish sauce
  • ½ tablespoon brown sugar
  • 300 g 10½oz rice, or similar, to serve
  • 100 g 3½oz baby spinach
  • Lime juice to taste
  • Red chili finely sliced, to garnish

Serves 4 | Calories: 413 per serving

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins |

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut milk in a frying pan over medium heat.
  • Add the red Thai curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
  • Add the chopped tofu to the pan and stir over high heat for about 3 minutes.
  • Trim the tenderstem broccoli and pour boiling water over it to cover.
  • Let it sit while the tofu is cooking, then drain it well and add it to the pan.
  • Stir in the remaining coconut milk, coconut cream, fish sauce, and brown sugar.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for about 5 minutes until the tofu is heated through.
  • Meanwhile, heat the rice according to the packet instructions.
  • Stir the baby spinach into the curry and cook until it wilts, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
  • Taste the curry and season with salt, pepper, and lime juice to your liking.
  • Serve the Thai tofu curry with the rice.
  • Garnish with finely sliced red chili if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Feel free to add extra roasted vegetables on the side or as an addition to this delicious Thai tofu curry. Enjoy!
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Beef, Leek, and Mushroom Burger with Roasted Root Vegetables

Beef, Leek, and Mushroom Burger with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Ingredients

For the Roasted Root Vegetables:

For the Beef Burgers:

For Serving:

  • Homemade mustard mayo
  • Mixed green vegetables of your choice

Serves 4 | Calories: 538 per serving

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 50-60 mins |

Instructions

For the Roasted Root Vegetables:

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
  • In a baking dish, combine the sliced leek, chopped mushrooms, fresh thyme, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the top.
  • Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are soft and browned.
  • Remove from the oven and set aside.
  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil.
  • Add the remaining ½ a leek, chopped potato, sweet potato, pumpkin, and carrot.
  • Boil for 5 minutes, then drain the vegetables and place them in a baking dish.
  • Add the red onion, finely chopped garlic, and chopped rosemary.
  • Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top and mix to coat.
  • Bake in the oven for 20 minutes.

For the Beef Burgers:

  • In a bowl, combine the lean minced beef, fresh gluten-free breadcrumbs, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
  • Add the leek and mushroom mixture and mix again.
  • Divide the beef mixture into four portions and shape them into burger patties.
  • Flatten each burger patty to ensure they are even.

To Assemble and Serve:

  • After baking the vegetables for 20 minutes, remove them from the oven.
  • Create small spaces between the vegetables and nestle the beef burgers in the gaps.
  • Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, turning the burgers over halfway through the cooking process.
  • Place a spoonful of homemade mustard mayo on top of each burger and add two cooked green beans if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve your delicious beef, leek, and mushroom burgers with the roasted root vegetables and mixed green vegetables of your choice.
Enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal!
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Course; Beef / Burgers / Main Course
Diets; Gluten-Free

Pesto Chicken with Cannellini Bean and Green Bean Salad

Pesto Chicken with Cannellini Bean and Green Bean Salad

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Ingredients

For the Salad:

To Serve:

  • 4 tablespoons dairy-free pesto

Serves 4 | Calories: 391 per serving

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins |

Instructions

For the Chicken:

  • In a large nonstick frying pan, heat the olive oil over gentle heat.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Add them to the heated pan and cook each side for about 5 minutes until they turn golden brown.
  • Check the chicken’s doneness by piercing the flesh with a skewer.
  • The juices should run clear without any sign of blood, and the skin should be golden.
  • Once done, remove the chicken from the pan and cover it with foil until you’re ready to assemble.

For the Salad:

  • While the chicken is cooking, boil or steam the green beans for about 5 minutes until they become tender.
  • In a bowl, combine the cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, cooked green beans, sliced spring onion, and torn basil leaves.
  • Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil and squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the salad.
  • Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

To Assemble:

  • Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top of the prepared salad.
  • Drizzle the dairy-free pesto over the chicken and serve.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy this delightful and healthy pesto chicken with a vibrant cannellini bean and green bean salad!
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Course; Chicken
Diets; Gluten-Free

Spring Lamb Racks with a Rosemary Crust

Spring Lamb Racks with a Rosemary Crust

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Ingredients

  • 50 g 2oz fresh gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 12 g ½oz Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 2 lamb racks each with 3 bones
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 free-range egg beaten

Serves 4 | Calories: 384 per serving

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins |

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
  • In a bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Place the finely chopped rosemary on a plate.
  • Press the lamb racks into the rosemary on all sides to coat them.
  • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan.
  • Add the lamb racks and brown them on all sides.
  • While you do this, preheat a baking tray in the oven.
  • Carefully, using tongs, dip the lamb racks into the beaten egg, ensuring they are coated, and then into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
  • Place the coated racks onto the preheated baking tray.
  • Bake the lamb racks in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the coating is golden brown, and the lamb is cooked to your desired level of doneness (for medium-rare, aim for pinkness in the center).

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve the rosemary-crusted lamb racks with a mixed seasonal salad and roasted potatoes for a delicious and elegant meal.
Enjoy your spring lamb racks with a flavorful rosemary crust!
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Course; Lamb
Diets; Gluten-Free

Oriental Beef, Orange & Star Anise Slow Cooker Stew

Oriental Beef, Orange & Star Anise Slow Cooker Stew

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • 700 g 1lb 6oz beef brisket, fat trimmed, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 2 onions peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice
  • 5 cm 2in piece of root ginger, thinly sliced
  • 100 ml 3½fl oz fresh orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons reduced-salt tamari
  • 500 g 1lb 1oz butternut pumpkin, peeled, deseeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 175 g 6oz broccolini
  • Brown basmati rice to serve

Serves 6 | Calories: 359 per serving

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 5-8 hrs |

Instructions

  • On a plate, combine the gluten-free flour with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  • Add the beef chunks and toss to lightly coat them with the flour mixture.
  • Heat half of the coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add half of the beef and cook until it’s browned all over, which should take about 10 minutes.
  • Remove the browned beef with a slotted spoon and set it aside.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining beef, adding more coconut oil if needed.
  • Return all the browned beef to the pan, pour in 200ml (7fl oz) of hot water, and stir to scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom.
  • Transfer the browned beef and the liquid to the slow cooker pot.
  • Add the sliced onions, star anise, Chinese five spice, ginger, fresh orange juice, tamari, and the bite-sized butternut pumpkin pieces.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 5-6 hours, until the pumpkin and beef are tender.
  • About 30 minutes before the end of the cooking time, add the broccolini to the stew, gently pushing it into the mixture.
  • If needed, add a splash more hot water.
  • Cover and cook until the broccolini is tender but still vibrant in color.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve the Oriental beef and pumpkin stew with steamed brown basmati rice.
This slow cooker stew delivers a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect for a hearty and comforting meal. Enjoy!
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Course; Beef / Fruit / Stew
Diets; Gluten-Free