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Peas are a brilliantly simple vegetable to cook and enjoy, with some great health benefits, too. This recipe is particularly great as it allows you to use up any vegetables lying around in your kitchen or fridge. This is how I make a pea and potato stew for my family mealtimes. The Simple Ingredients: The […]
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This is my foolproof basmati rice recipe. It’s simple to follow and has the perfect measurements. It leaves you with a delicious basmati rice dish every single time. The Simple Ingredients: You don’t need to add anything to the rice but olive oil and salt to bring out the basmati’s flavour. I don’t add too
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This is a hearty and protein filled stew, perfect for a cold day, a cheap dinner and using leftover vegetables. It’s a simple recipe that you’ll love and make over and over again. This is all you need to know to make your own vegan cannellini bean stew. The Simple Ingredients: Cannellini beans’ flavour is
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A delicious and velvety bulgur pilaf recipe, perfect alongside any meal, whatever the occasion. Here’s all you need to know… The Simple Ingredients: I use bulgur wheat as the base of the pilaf, but I always add some vermicelli. It gives the pilaf a completely different taste and texture – a beautiful addition. You can
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These halloumi bites are one of my favourite snacks. They work perfectly well for solo mid-week breakfasts or lunches, and weekend brunches or afternoon teas too. Above all they’re freezable. You just can’t go wrong with this recipe. The Simple Ingredients: This recipe is super simple. The most important inclusions to these baked goods are,
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This is an the best way to eat an all-green mixed leaf salad. It’s a great way to have a healthy lunch or dinner, and can be adapted to include any proteins or carbs that you desire. It’s super simple to make, yet utterly delicious. The Simple Ingredients: For me, the essentials for this salad
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Ayran is a Turkish drink, enjoyed especially in the hot Summer months. It’s an incredibly healthy yet tasty drink, and so easy to make that you’ll be wondering where you’ve been all these years not drinking it – seriously. The Simple Ingredients: Yoghurt, water, salt and mint is all you need. I also add ice
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This is my guide on how to get the softest and tastiest grilled halloumi. Nearly every restaurant serves this iconic dish, but here’s all you need to make it at home. The Key Techniques: 1. Thicker Slices. Many people fall short at the first step – slicing the halloumi. You’ve got to make sure you’re
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This is one of my favourite Turkish Meze recipes. Not only is it healthy, but delicious. It goes well with tortilla chips, cucumber sticks, garlic bread and even works well on its own. It’s honestly that good and SUPER easy to make. Let’s get into it… The Simple Ingredients: Carrot and yoghurt are essential for
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This is a delicious and easy bulgur pilaf recipe, featuring tomato and onion! It’s a great side dish or even on its own for lunch or a quick dish. Check out the recipe below! Bulgur pilaf is a classic Turkish staple and I love eating it at restaurants – it’s just sooo tasty. Seriously. But
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