Spicy kedgeree A flavour-packed recipe that’s so satisfying. Serve 4 Easy/Prepare ahead/Freeze. Preparation: 5 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes Ingredients ·         500g (1lb 2oz) undyed smoked haddock ·         1/2tsp dried chilli flakes ·         400ml (14fl oz) ·         Semi-skimmed milk ·         2tbsp vegetable oil ·         2 medium onions, chopped ·         300g (10oz) basmatic rice ·         1tbsp curry … Read more

Blueberries are among Canada’s gifts to the world, and now’s the time to enjoy them Wildflower Honey Cheesecake with Blueberry Compote This small honey cheesecake creates a big buzz with its ultracreamy texture. Have the cream cheese, eggs, and sour cream at room temperature and you’ll achieve greatness. Wildflower Honey Cheesecake with Blueberry Compote Cheesecake: … Read more

Ideally, these meringues have slightly soft and chewy centers. However, if you prefer them dry and crisp, add 10 minutes to the baking time. Blueberries and Ginger Cream Meringues   ½ cup Egg whites (about 3) 125 mL ½ cup Granulated sugar 125 mL ½ cup Icing sugar 125 mL 1 ½ tsp Finely grated … Read more

Mozzarella and tomato risotto with basil A fabulous and filling meat-free dish that just takes a little bit of watching while you cook. Easy/Prepare ahead/Freeze. Prep: 10 mins. Cook: 30 mins. Serves 4 Ingredients ·         50g (2oz) unsalted butter ·         1 onion, finely chopped ·         400g (14oz) risotto rice ·         150ml (1/4pt) dry white wine … Read more

Lightened-up chicken korma We’ve reduced calories in our korma by using Greek yogurt instead of cream. Easy/Prep ahead. Prep: 5 mins. Cook: 30 mins. Serves 4 Ingredients ·         1 onion, chopped ·         2tbsp oil ·         2tbsp korma paste (we used Patak’s) ·         1tsp each chopped garlic and ginger ·         300g (10oz) chicken breasts, diced ·         … Read more

Thai chicken salad with peanuts and ginger Any leftovers will be delicious for lunch the next day, when the flavours have the chance to really infuse together Easy/Prepare ahead. Prep: 30 mins. Serves 4 Ingredients ·         3 large carrots ·         1 large cucumber ·         ½ white cabbage, shredded ·         2 little gem lettuces, shredded ·         … Read more

Chicken skewers with pickled slaw This lightened-up version of coleslaw goes perfectly with the chicken. Easy/Prepare ahead. Prep: 10 mins. Cook: 20 mins, plus marinating. Serves 4 Ingredients For the pickled slaw ¼ each red and white cabbage, shredded 3 carrots, grated 75ml (3fl oz) rice vinegar 1½ tbsp. sugar 1tsp salt 2tbsp chopped coriander … Read more

Chilli and butternut squash quesadillas Flour tortillas sandwiched together with cheese and vegetables. Easy/Prepare ahead. Prep: 10 mins. Cook: 35 mins. Serves 4 Ingredients ·         500g (1lb 2oz) butternut squash, peeled and finely chopped ·         1 red pepper, sliced ·         1 red chilli, sliced   ·         4tbsp chopped olives ·         1tsp paprika ·         4 corn flour … Read more

Pork tenderloin salad with lime dressing Chipotle sauce is made from smoked, dried jalapeno peppers, and is used in Mexican cooking to give a smoky richness and warmth to dishes. Easy. Prep: 15 mins. Cook: 30 mins. Serves 2 Ingredients For the salad ·         2tbsp chipotle sauce (we like Discovery) ·         2tbsp dark brown muscovado … Read more

When was the last time you were really hungry? If you’re even a little bit aware of modern nutrition advice, you’ll know that eating small meals often or “grazing”  is the number one tip for keeping your blood sugar stable and your weight in check. It’s why we’ve obediently started stocking up on snacks, reaching … Read more

Basic flatbread dough Makes 12 ·         250ml warm water ·         1tbsp active dry yeast ·         60ml extra virgin olive oil, plus 1tsp to grease the bowl ·         60ml honey or agave syrup ·         300g wholewheat flour ·         225g semolina flour ·         1tsp kosher salt Combine the water, yeast, 60ml olive oil and honey in the … Read more

Sambal wilted greens Serves 4 ·         60ml vegetable stock, thickened with a little cornflour 2tbsp sambal (red chilli garlic sauce) ·         1tbsp spring onion, thinly sliced on the diagonal ·         1 tbsp low-salt soya sauce ·         2 tbsp garlic, very finely sliced ·         1½ tbsp fresh lemon juice ·         1 tsp sesame oil ·         1 … Read more

Shaved asparagus and rocket salad Serves 4 ·         1 small parsnip, peeled and chopped ·         1 bunch white asparagus, stems trimmed 110g baby rocket ·         4 figs ·         250l good quality red wine ·         6tbsp white balsamic vinaigrette (recipe below) ·         2tbsp crumbled Stilton cheese ·         White balsamic vinaigrette ·         185ml white balsamic vinegar ·         … Read more

With technology at their fingertips, children today are often exposed to a barrage of sexualized images and messages. But is it all too much too soon, asks Sarah Marinos. Raunchy music videos, advertising that pushes sexual boundaries and internet sites containing sexual images and messages… Some child health experts believe that today’s children are too … Read more

The fallout So what is the upshot of all this? Psychologist Meredith Fuller says children and adolescents exposed to sexual images can begin to believe their value only comes from their sexual appeal and behavior. “Girls can begin to regard their body as something to be looked at and “use”,” she says, adding that other … Read more

Use your favorite packet mix to create these fabulous sweet treats! Plum sponge pudding Serves 8 – 10 min Prep 15 min Cook 30 min Ingredients ·           Dark plums, 825g can, drained, ¾ cup syrup reserved ·           Custard powder, 2 tablespoons ·           Butter cake mix, 340g packet ·           Ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ·           Desiccated coconut, … Read more

Jam patty tarts Makes 48 min Prep 30 min Cook 15 min Ingredients ·         Butter cake mix, 340g packet ·         Frozen puff pastry, 5 ½ sheets ·         Raspberry jam, 1 cup ·         Icing sugar, for dusting Directions Preheat oven to hot, 2000C Prepare cake following packet instructions Using a 6.5cm round cutter, cut discs from … Read more

Use our built-in shopping list and some pantry basics to make these great meals Warm spiced eggplant &chickpea salad Serves 4 Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Ingredients ·           Olive oil, 2 tablespoons ·           Eggplant, 1, cut in 2 cm cubes ·           Button mushrooms, 150g, quartered ·           Harissa or mild chilli paste, 2 tablespoons ·           … Read more

Kumara & salami tortilla Serves 4 Prep 20 min Cook 25 min Ingredients ·         Olive oil, 2 tablespoons ·         Kumara, 300g, peeled, thinly sliced ·         Red onion, 1, thinly sliced ·         Salami, 100g, thinly sliced ·         Baby spinach leaves, 100g ·         Eggs, 8, lightly beaten ·         Grated tasty cheese, ½ cup ·         Salad, toasted baguette, … Read more

Fruit dip Makes 1 cup Prep 5 min ·         Per serve 320kJ ·         Fat 3g ·         Sat fat 2g ·         Chocolate hazelnut spread, 2 tablespoons ·         No-fat vanilla honey yoghurt, 200g tub ·         Strawberries, sliced banana, grapes, for dipping In a bowl, combine spread and yoghurt, adding yoghurt gradually. Serve with fruit for dipping. Fruit … Read more