HEALTHY RECIPES

Healthy Recipes

  • Asparagus and Chicken Stir
    Asparagus and Chicken Stir
    Asparagus and Chicken Stir has a unique flavour and wonderfully fresh texture. This recipe a must for all lovers of Asiatic foods.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Asparagus and Scallops Salad
    Asparagus and Scallops Salad
    Scallops and asparagus - a marriage made in food heaven! This recipe brings both together and will leave you shouting for more.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham
    Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham
    Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham can be served either as an easy appetizer or as an accompaniment to a main course. Either way, the taste is addictive.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Avocado and Tomato Salad
    Avocado and Tomato Salad
    Avocado and Tomato Salad goes well with pasta and Mexican food. It's very easy to prepare and it has the benefit of both looking good and tasting good
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Avocado Salad
    Avocado Salad
    Avocado Salad is ideal for all occasions especially on a bright summer's day when the world feels good! It's very easy to prepare and tastes amazing.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Baked Feta Cheese and Tomatoes
    Baked Feta Cheese and Tomatoes
    Baked Feta Cheese and Tomatoes melts into a wonderful creamy consistency, the Oregano adds a fresh taste of summer, while the tomatoes taste of summer
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Basil Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce
    Basil Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce
    Gnocchi is an Italian dish of little dumplings made from potatoes and flour. This simple recipe is one my family has used for many years
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 10 Minutes
  • Beef and Spring Vegetable Casserole
    Beef and Spring Vegetable Casserole
    A good casserole, like this Beef and Spring Vegetable Casserole, is easy to make, full of goodness and doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 2 Hours
  • Beef Chow Mein
    Beef Chow Mein
    Chow Mein is a quick, versatile & tasty way to cook egg noodles. You can add almost any ingredient you want such as vegetables, fish, meat or poultry
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Beef in Oyster Sauce
    Beef in Oyster Sauce
    The subtle mixture of meat and fish flavours in this traditional Chinese dish enhances the meaty flavour or either pork or beef.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 7 Minutes
  • Braised Fennel
    Braised Fennel
    This recipe creates a fennel that is soft, succulent and bears only a gentle hint of the anise for which it has become known.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
    Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
    There's nothing like a lovely, warming bowl of Broccoli and Cheddar Soup on a cold winter's day.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Broccoli Chowder with Garlic & Cheddar Toasts
    Broccoli Chowder with Garlic & Cheddar Toasts
    Broccoli Chowder with Garlic & Cheddar Toasts is one of those lovely "chilly day" lunches that warms you both bodily and mentally
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Bruno's Fish Pie
    Bruno's Fish Pie
    The great joy of Bruno's Fish Pie is that it is fantastically simple and doesn't involve poaching the fish or making a tedious white sauce.
    Preparation: 25 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
    Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
    Don't serve dinner without my spruced up Brussels Sprouts. They taste great and are superbly low in 'points' if you're on a diet
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
    Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
    Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta is a great accompaniment for all types of meats during the winter
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Butter Roasted Monkfish Tail with Sweet Pepper Risotto
    Butter Roasted Monkfish Tail with Sweet Pepper Risotto
    Making risotto is a gentle process but it can be served with a variety of accompaniments... working particularly well in this recipe with monkfish
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Buttered Cucumber
    Buttered Cucumber
    So you didn't know that cucumber could be cooked and eaten hot, eh? It's delicious and so very, very simple
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Stewed Apple
    Stewed Apple
    Stewed Apple with a little cream or custard makes a simple dessert. It can be used as an accompaniment for Roast Pork, Black Pudding or French Toast.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Stewed Pears Recipe
    Stewed Pears Recipe
    Stewed Pears are sweet and sticky but just the thing to keep the kids happy! Serve with lashings of double cream (heavy cream) or vanilla ice cream.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Caesar Salad
    Caesar Salad
    Caesar Salad was created in 1924 by Italian chef Caesar Cardini at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico and was prepared and served at the table
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Caponata
    Caponata
    Caponata is a Sicilian aubergine dish consisting of chopped, fried eggplant and celery seasoned with sweetened vinegar and capers.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Carpaccio of Oranges with Cinnamon
    Carpaccio of Oranges with Cinnamon
    A fresh and tasty end to a meal. The orange flavours are beautifully enhanced by the background cinnamon
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Carpaccio Style Octopus
    Carpaccio Style Octopus
    Though the octopus is cooked, the style is that of Carpaccio (finely cut meat or fish with a vinegar and olive oil-base dressing). Perfect for summer.
    Preparation: 40 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Carpaccio Style Prawns
    Carpaccio Style Prawns
    Carpaccio is a dish of raw meat or fish, thinly sliced and generally served as an appetizer. These delicious Carpaccio Style Prawns will delight you.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Carrot Halwa
    Carrot Halwa
    Carrot Halwa (sometimes written halva) is a classic recipe and is probably the most famous and most prepared dessert at Indian weddings.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Carrot Pudding
    Carrot Pudding
    Carrot Pudding is a really tasty dessert made from fresh grated carrots and rice. Also considered auspicious and offered to the Hindu gods.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Carrots with Pine Nuts and Chickpeas
    Carrots with Pine Nuts and Chickpeas
    Carrots with Pine Nuts and Chickpeas is one of those beautifully crafted dishes that will impress your guests, and yet it's deliciously easy to make.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Cauliflower Manchurian
    Cauliflower Manchurian
    Cauliflower Manchurian is an Indian improvisation of a Chinese Manchurian dish. This version, like all Indian food, has many spices.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Ceviche
    Ceviche
    Ceviche, is a great starter for when you are entertaining. It looks like you've spent hours preparing it, but it can be on the plate in minutes.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Chicken Caesar Salad
    Chicken Caesar Salad
    One of my favourite salads and one that I often request when dining out is Caesar Salad
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Chicken Ham and Vegetable Soup
    Chicken Ham and Vegetable Soup
    Chicken and Ham Soup is one of my favourites and makes use of a chicken carcass (and any bits of meat still left), so great for economy too!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Chicken Vermicelli
    Chicken Vermicelli
    Chicken Vermicelli Soup is probably the easiest soup you'll ever make. It takes only three minutes to cook and the ingredients are easily available.
    Preparation: 4 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Minutes
  • Chicken With Sesame Seeds
    Chicken With Sesame Seeds
    Chicken with Sesame Seeds relies on the use of various Chinese oils and sauces that are commonly available in good food stores and will keep for ages
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Stir-Fried Carrots with Orange
    Stir-Fried Carrots with Orange
    In this simple recipe for Stir-Fried Carrots with Orange the natural sweetness of carrots is subtly flavoured with orange and mustard.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Stir-Fried Cod with Vegetables
    Stir-Fried Cod with Vegetables
    If, like me, you keep a fillet or two of fish in your freezer, this simple recipe is the ideal answer if you need to quickly provide a meal.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Chinese Chicken Salad
    Chinese Chicken Salad
    Chinese Chicken Salad is a truly delicious light meal or, using just half the amount of chicken, starter course.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Citrus Parfait
    Citrus Parfait
    Citrus Parfait is one of our favourite desserts for three very good reasons... (1) it's dead easy to make (2) it tastes great (3) our guests love it!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Clear Vegetable Soup
    Clear Vegetable Soup
    Clear Vegetable Soup is a straightforward consomée (clear soup) that is extraordinarily simple to make and produces a soup with a crisp, fresh taste.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Courgettes Provençale (Zucchini Provençale)
    Courgettes Provençale (Zucchini Provençale)
    The 'Provençale' style of cooking (which includes tomato, onion, garlic and oil) originated in southern France and has a very distinct flavour.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Stuffed Mushrooms
    Stuffed Mushrooms
    This recipe for Stuffed Mushrooms is so simple, and can work as part of a main course or as a light meal on its own.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Summer Pudding
    Summer Pudding
    Summer Pudding is a very, very simple but effective way of presenting soft red fruits (and the taste of summer is quite amazing).
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Sweet Potato and Spinach Bake
    Sweet Potato and Spinach Bake
    Sweet Potato & Spinach Bake is a fairly substantial comfort food on a budget. It's fully vegetarian but if you are a meat-eater, just add a lamb chop!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour
  • Crab and Prawn Hot Pots
    Crab and Prawn Hot Pots
    Crab and Prawn Hot Pots couldn't be simpler but they will never fail to impress. Equally at home as a starter, light lunch or just because ...
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Cream of Artichoke Soup
    Cream of Artichoke Soup
    Cream of Artichoke Soup isa lovely, heart-warming soups that is perfect on a winter's day when the frost is nibbling at the end of your nose!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup
    Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup
    Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup is one of those lovely versatile recipes that's easy and quick to make and works equally as well for any occasion.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 12 Minutes
  • Creamy Ham, Leek and Mushroom Spaghetti
    Creamy Ham, Leek and Mushroom Spaghetti
    Creamy Ham, Leek and Mushroom Spaghetti proves that, for slimmers, those mouth-watering creamy pasta dishes needn't be on the 'forbidden' menu list.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Crunchy Stuffed Pears
    Crunchy Stuffed Pears
    Filled with the goodness of crunchy walnuts, cottage cheese and raisins, this baked pear recipe is sure to be a holiday favorite.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Cucumber Surprise
    Cucumber Surprise
    Cucumber Surprise will, indeed, surprise you. It's perfect for a starter course at a main meal, or as a light meal or snack on it's own.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Eggs in Baskets
    Eggs in Baskets
    Eggs in Baskets are a great way to start the day, or perfect for a quick lunch of something tasty and unusual. The will really make your mouth water.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Eggs in Tarragon Jelly
    Eggs in Tarragon Jelly
    In this recipe for Eggs in Tarragon Jelly, the tarragon imparts a mild but distinctive flavour to the consommé.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad
    Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad
    Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad is perfect for a summer day either with a salad or at a barbeque. With just a touch of sharpness.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Tasty Pasta Salad
    Tasty Pasta Salad
    Tasty Pasta Salad is a low-fat, zesty salad, perfect for a summer lunch (or lunchbox). You can vary this basic recipe by adding other ingredients.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Tasty Tarragon Leeks
    Tasty Tarragon Leeks
    Tasty Tarragon Leeks proves that good food is usually very simple but full of flavour. I have often stated that this is the art of French cuisine.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Fish in Breadcrumbs
    Fish in Breadcrumbs
    One of the easiest ways to cook fish is to shallow fry it. Here, then, is the most straightforward method... Fish in Breadcrumbs
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Fish in Cream and Mustard Sauce
    Fish in Cream and Mustard Sauce
    Any firm white fish will do for this simple recipe although cod, hake or plaice are probably the best choice. The mustard adds a delicate flavour.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Fish Poached in White Wine
    Fish Poached in White Wine
    There is still a misconception that fish has to taste bland and sterile. In fact, with a little imagination, nothing could be further from the truth.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • French Style Peas
    French Style Peas
    Once you've tasted it, French Style Peas will become a regular in your culinary repertoire! You will be forever grateful to the French for sharing!
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Fresh Sesame Salad with Prawns and Palm Hearts
    Fresh Sesame Salad with Prawns and Palm Hearts
    The incredibly fresh taste of this salad makes it perfect for a main course or a starter. And it's ready in minutes.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Fresh Tomato Salad
    Fresh Tomato Salad
    Probably most of us are accustomed to including tomatoes with our salads. A normal tomato, though, can be made much more appealing with this recipe.
    Preparation: 7 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Garlic Prawns (Garlic Shrimp)
    Garlic Prawns (Garlic Shrimp)
    Garlic Prawns is one of those delicious recipes that is perfect as a starter if you are entertaining or as a light lunch for yourself and the family.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Glazed Onions
    Glazed Onions
    This recipe for Glazed Onions is both straightforward and also, being somewhat unusual, is excellent when entertaining.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Gnocchi, Ham and Pea Casserole
    Gnocchi, Ham and Pea Casserole
    Gnocchi, Ham and Pea Casserole hits the right spot for me. It's creamy and sumptuous and full of flavour, but it's also very quick and easy to make.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Graham's Broccoli Rabé
    Graham's Broccoli Rabé
    Graham's Broccoli Rabé is a great way to cook rapini (also known as broccoli rabé, broccoletti or friarielli).
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Tasty Vegetable Gratin
    Tasty Vegetable Gratin
    Tasty Vegetable Gratin is a dish you can eat on its own or with a roast or grilled meat or fish. It's easy to make, and looks (and tastes) spectacular
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes
  • Hazelnut Butter Scallops
    Hazelnut Butter Scallops
    A slightly expensive but totally delicious shellfish with a delicate taste, Hazelnut Butter Scallops make a most attractive and delicious starter.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 12 Minutes
  • Horseradish Crusted Salmon
    Horseradish Crusted Salmon
    A lovely, spicy new way with salmon, with the horseradish perfectly complementing the fish, and a good source of omega-3 to boot.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime
    Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime
    Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime is dedicated to Terry and Julie, our neighbours on The Isle of Man, who served us the most stunning starter ever.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Kashi Halwa
    Kashi Halwa
    Kashi Halwa (which is also known as Pumpkin Halva), is the most scrumptious halwa which will melt the second you put it in your mouth.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
    Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
    The mix of tomato and Mozzarella makes a delicious salad accompaniment or can be served on its own as a fresh summer starter course.
    Preparation: 7 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Tomato, Basil and Almond Pasta
    Tomato, Basil and Almond Pasta
    Tomato, Basil and Almond Pasta celebrates the tastes of Sicily. This delicious vegetarian summer pasta can be served warm or at room temperature.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Tomato Rice
    Tomato Rice
    Of South Indian origin, tangy Tomato Rice makes a great one-dish meal, particularly when served with poppadums. It is a simple to prepare too.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Tonnato
    Tonnato
    Vitello Tonnato is a well-known Italian dish of cold, sliced veal covered with a creamy, mayonnaise-like sauce that has been flavoured with tuna.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Tuna-Stuffed Tomatoes
    Tuna-Stuffed Tomatoes
    Tomatoes are extremely versatile creatures. They can be eaten hot or cold, on their own or as an accompaniment to other dishes.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Leek and Potato Soup
    Leek and Potato Soup
    Leek and Potato Soup is unpretentious but easy to make and always welcome on a cold winter's day.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour
  • Leek and Smoked Salmon Rolls
    Leek and Smoked Salmon Rolls
    Leek and Smoked Salmon Rolls is an upmarket version of ham and leek bake. Not only is it an unusual dish, it's also good for your figure!
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
    Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
    Mackerel in White Wine is a speciality of North-Western France. Washed down with a glass of fresh Muscadet, there's nothing to beat it.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Maki Sushi
    Maki Sushi
    Maki Sushi is a generic term used to describe any type of rolled sushi. These consist of a layer of sushi rice filled with a variety of ingredients.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Mango Smoothie
    Mango Smoothie
    Here's a nice, simple way to make a Mango Smoothie with just a few ingredients. It's great for kids, but I've seen the adults knock it back, too!
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Manx Kipper Breakfast
    Manx Kipper Breakfast
    Choose the kipper pairs or the kipper fillets; this recipe is for the pairs but can easily be adapted. It's the flavour that matters!
    Preparation: 6 Minutes
    Cooking: 6 Minutes
  • Marinated Carrot Salad
    Marinated Carrot Salad
    Marinated Carrot Salad takes a few minutes to prepare and is perfect if you want something a bit different to add to your salads.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Vegetable Korma
    Vegetable Korma
    Vegetable Korma is a vibrant combination of vegetables and whole spices. It is a really tasty dish that is slightly spicy and truly nourishing
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Vegetable Upma
    Vegetable Upma
    Vegetable Upma is one of the easiest and quickest snacks prepared in Indian homes. It can be used as a breakfast or as an evening snack.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Vegetarian Scotch Egg
    Vegetarian Scotch Egg
    The Vegetarian Scotch Egg is a great cold addition to a buffet, with a salad, in a picnic, as a snack or hot with French Fries.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Vermicelli Upma
    Vermicelli Upma
    Vermicelli Upma is sometimes known as Semiya Upma since Semiya means Vermicelli. This recipe makes a nutritious breakfast or light meal.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Meringues with Clotted Cream and Strawberries
    Meringues with Clotted Cream and Strawberries
    I'm not sure why people always assume that meringues are difficult to make... they're not, as this recipe for Meringues with Clotted Cream will prove.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Hours
  • Mixed Tuna Salad
    Mixed Tuna Salad
    Mixed Tuna Salad provides a tasty and colourful mixed salad that is perfectly suited for entertaining. The blend of flavours is the key to its success
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Monk Fish Delight
    Monk Fish Delight
    This is a great starter course and needs to be made the day before (which allows you plenty of time to focus on preparing the rest of your meal).
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Mozzarella and Tomato Skewers
    Mozzarella and Tomato Skewers
    The wonderful Mediterranean flavours of tomato, Mozzarella and Olive oil come flooding through in this easy but effective starter (or snack).
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Mussels in White Wine (Moules Marinière)
    Mussels in White Wine (Moules Marinière)
    Moules Marinière (Moules = Mussels and Marinière being any shellfish cooked in white wine with onions and herbs) is the classic French mussel dish.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Nigiri-zushi
    Nigiri-zushi
    Nigiri-zushi consists of a small portion of Sushi Rice that is shaped in the hands. A thin piece of fish like tuna or shrimp is draped over the top.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Oats Soup
    Oats Soup
    Oats Soup is a healthy alternative to many cream or fat-laden soups, and is popular in India as part of a regular diet. preparing it is very simple.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Ocean Pie
    Ocean Pie
    Ocean Pie is amazing! It's uncomplicated and tasty with subtle flavours complimenting the fish. It's just simple clean cuisine at its best.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Omelette
    Omelette
    There is only one way to properly prepare an omelette and that is the classic French method that produces a light and fluffy, moist omelette.
    Preparation: 2 Minutes
    Cooking: 4 Minutes
  • Onion, Tomato & Cucumber Raita
    Onion, Tomato & Cucumber Raita
    Onion, Tomato & Cucumber Raita is a quickly-made accompaniment for all kinds of Indian Biryani. You can use it as a delicious dip with raw vegetables.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Orange Sorbet
    Orange Sorbet
    The presentation of this Orange Sorbet is superb and the fresh taste and light texture makes ideal after a large or heavy meal.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Oysters
    Oysters
    All sorts of myths appear to exist about these delightful creatures. Certainly, in some countries, they can be quite expensive.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Warm Asparagus Salad
    Warm Asparagus Salad
    Warm Asparagus Salad is a delightful, fresh salad suitable for a light meal in summer or winter. And it doesn't matter if the eggs are still warm.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Warm Red Potato Salad
    Warm Red Potato Salad
    Warm Red Potato Salad is one of my favourites. The herbs, peppers and egg blend together well and the red skins of the potatoes add a splash of colour
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Wendy's Lentil Soup
    Wendy's Lentil Soup
    Wendy's Lentil Soup is so named after I cat-sat for some friends of mine while they were away on holiday and I spent a few days making lentil recipes!
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Whole Continental Cabbage
    Whole Continental Cabbage
    This is so easy to do that even my Cousin Vinny's cousin Jim can't make a mess of it ... and he's not too bright! Good with any meat.
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Whole Wheat Pudding
    Whole Wheat Pudding
    Whole Wheat Pudding is a great dessert - and very healthy too, Made out of wheat and a little sugar, Whole Wheat Pudding is ideal for weight watchers
    Preparation: 45 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Zesty Pasta Salad
    Zesty Pasta Salad
    Zesty Pasta Salad is a low-fat, zesty salad that is perfect for a light summer lunch. You can use other options to vary it with your own ingredients
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Pan-Fried Cod with Minted Peas, Broad Beans and Pancetta
    Pan-Fried Cod with Minted Peas, Broad Beans and Pancetta
    Here's a quick but sophisticated fish supper, packed full of fresh herbs and summer vegetables and perfect for entertaining guests.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Pasta and Artichoke Salad
    Pasta and Artichoke Salad
    In using whole wheat pasta cooked "al dente" in this recipe for Pasta & Artichoke Salad, you will considerably reduce the glycemic index of your meal.
    Preparation: 25 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Pasta and Fresh Tomato Sauce
    Pasta and Fresh Tomato Sauce
    This recipe is an ideal way of using Fresh Tomato Sauce You will notice a distinct difference between your own tomato sauce and that found in jars.
    Preparation: 4 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Pasta and Pesto
    Pasta and Pesto
    This recipe for Pasta and Pesto is just a very easy and cheap idea for a quick meal or light lunch.
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Pasta Salad
    Pasta Salad
    Whether you take Pasta Salad on a picnic, in your lunchbox, or eat it at home, this is a perfect quick pasta salad - light and lip-smacking.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Peas Pulao
    Peas Pulao
    Peas Pulao is a rice based dish that is rather similar to a Biryani. The difference between the two is that Biryani has more spices than Peas Pulao.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Peppered Cabbage
    Peppered Cabbage
    This recipe is so easy to do that even my Cousin Vinny can't make a mess of it (and he can mess up even the easiest task)!
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 12 Minutes
  • Pilaf
    Pilaf
    The English term Pilaf> is borrowed directly from Turkish, which in turn comes from Classical Persian, Urdu and Hindi. And it still tastes good!!
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Piperade
    Piperade
    Piperade (pronounced "pip-eh-rad") is a typical Basque dish from the south west of France, prepared with onion, green peppers, and tomatoes.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes
  • Potato and Egg Salad
    Potato and Egg Salad
    This simple Potato and Egg Salad mixture provides both substance and colour to your salads. Once prepared it will keep for a further two days.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp Cocktail)
    Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp Cocktail)
    In the 1970's, Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp Cocktail) became a favourite of many people when dining out. So much so that it has now become a bit "old hat".
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Prawn Perfection
    Prawn Perfection
    In Prawn Perfection the peppery flavour of the paper-thin slices turnip perfectly balances the sweetness of the king prawns and the red pepper sauce.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Prawn Sushi
    Prawn Sushi
    Not all sushi recipes use raw seafood, and this recipe for Prawn Sushi uses cooked prawns (or large shrimp)
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Minutes
  • Prawns in Ginger Sauce
    Prawns in Ginger Sauce
    Lovely simple way to start a meal when entertaining. Though remarkably simple, you can display seemingly unimaginable culinary skills to your friends.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Prawns in Sherry
    Prawns in Sherry
    This very simple recipe for Prawns in Sherry makes an excellent starter for a main meal or can be eaten with a slice or two of bread as a light meal
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Pumpkin Soup
    Pumpkin Soup
    Pumpkin Soup is not only a wonderful warming soup ideal for slimmers but is also fantastic for entertaining. Also, pumpkin flesh freezes wonderfully
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Ratatouille
    Ratatouille
    Ratatouille (pronounced rat-a-too-ee) is a mixture of vegetables that go well with a light meal. It relies upon aubergine for its distinctive flavour
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Raw Carrot Salad
    Raw Carrot Salad
    Carrots are an all-round healthy food. They're low in calories, and provide fibre & vitamins. The best way to snack on carrots is to eat carrot sticks
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger
    Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger
    Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger is perfect for a light lunch or as a starter for a meal with friends. It's a simple, straightforward recipe.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Salad Horseradish
    Salad Horseradish
    While many people are aware of horseradish sauce (much favoured on beef), less people are aware that you can eat horseradish as part of a salad meal.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Salade Niçoise
    Salade Niçoise
    The original version of Salade Niçoise always included raw red peppers, shallots, and artichoke hearts - but never any cooked vegetables
    Preparation: 12 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Scallops à ma façon (Scallops - my way)
    Scallops à ma façon (Scallops - my way)
    Scallops à ma façon (scallops - my way) are the perfect dish for entertaining when I have guests I want to spend time with.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Scallops with Garlic and Parsley
    Scallops with Garlic and Parsley
    Scallops with Garlic and Parsley are called "Coquilles St. Jacques à la Provençal" in France, which strikes me as much more romantic !
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Scrambled Egg
    Scrambled Egg
    The sign of a good scrambled egg is that it remains moist but not runny. Some people's skills do not stretch to being able to tell the difference
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon
    Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon
    Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon is good enough to present to guests and simple enough to knock up for yourself as a light midday meal.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Seafood Chowder Mash
    Seafood Chowder Mash
    Seafood Chowder Mash is a real comfort food, consisting of a wealth of fish and seafood over a bed of mashed potatoes... surf and turf, if you like!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Sicilian Stuffed Sardines
    Sicilian Stuffed Sardines
    Sicilian Stuffed Sardines is, as you might imagine, a dish of butterflied sardines stuffed with a delight of lovely ingredients. Quite delicious.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Simple Rajma Curry
    Simple Rajma Curry
    Simple Rajma Curry is so named because (a) it's simple to make !! and (b) Red Kidney Beans are known as Rajma in India.
    Preparation: 2 Hours
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Smoked Haddock
    Smoked Haddock
    Without a doubt, my favourite poached fish is Smoked Haddock. Despite the fact that it has been smoked, it retains a delicate flavour and is delicious
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 7 Minutes
  • Spicy Baby Octopus
    Spicy Baby Octopus
    Spicy Baby Octopus is a simple dish that's packed with flavour. Tender baby octopus with a spicy chunky tomato sauce fresh parsley and lemon zest
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad
    Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad
    Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad is not just a great vegetarian dish, it's light, refreshing and perfect for a summer day.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Spinach and Garlic
    Spinach and Garlic
    Spinach and Garlic is a great way to prepare spinach quickly and easily. The 'trick' is not to cook spinach beyond the point that it just wilts.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • King Scallops with a Basket of Prawns
    King Scallops with a Basket of Prawns
    A simple recipe with oodles of taste. Served with a nice fresh salad, you can eat it as a lunch or, by adding king scallops, as an amazing dinner.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Leek and Smoked Salmon Flan
    Leek and Smoked Salmon Flan
    This delicious and simple recipe for Leek and Smoked Salmon Flan is perfect either hot or cold with a light salad for lunch or as a starter course.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Monk Fish Steak with Saffron
    Monk Fish Steak with Saffron
    Ideal if you want a quick and tasty dish, with a nice tasty sauce, without spending hours in the kitchen. Simply served with basmati rice or potatoes
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Spinach and Feta Filo Tart
    Spinach and Feta Filo Tart
    An easy-to-make tart that perfectly marries the tastes and textures of spinach and feta. Spoil yourself with a simple treat.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
    Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
    Shepherd’s Pie is supposed to be made with lamb, and Cottage Pie is supposed to be made with beef. So what do I call one made with vegetables?
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes



 
 

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