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Egg-fried rice is easy to prepare and tastes great as a meal on its own. For the best result, make sure the rice is cooked and cooled beforehand so it won’t stick together when frying. Ingredients 1 egg 2 tsp sesame oil 2 tbsp vegetable oil 200g/7oz long-grain rice (uncooked weight), cooked and left to…
Rich avocado and puréed white beans give this crowd-pleasing, healthy Spinach Dip its creamy texture. Serve with carrots, celery and red bell pepper for dipping. Our Health Starts Here® recipes celebrate naturally flavorful whole foods by limiting added sodium and containing no extracted oils or refined sweeteners. From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 Ingredients…
Curry powder and almond milk conspire here with the cauliflower to produce a full-flavored blended soup that’s creamy on the palate without including any actual cream. The toasted sunflower seeds on top are a beautiful touch both floating in the bowl and crunching in the mouth. From Whole Foods Market Serves 4 Ingredients 1/4…
Corn Empanadas are perfect for picnics or pop a couple of these creamy corn pasties in your lunch box. From BBC Food Ingredients For the pastry 450g/1lb plain flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 60g/2¼oz butter, diced into 1cm/½in cubes 60g2¼oz lard or vegetable shortening, diced into 1cm/½in cubes For the…
A hearty couscous salad that is so simple to make. For a slightly different flavour, use the zest and juice of one lime. Serve with plain grilled chicken or fish for an easy summer meal. From BBC Food Ingredients 225g/8oz couscous 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped 1 bunch fresh coriander, chopped 1 red onion,…
Corn Pancakes by Allegra McEvedy Ingredients 280 g sweetcorn, fresh or frozen 1-2 spring onion, green part only, finely chopped 3 eggs 1 tbsp light soy sauce 3 tbsp plain flour groundnut oil, to fry, sunflower/veg also fine Asian chilli sauce, to serve Method Mix the sweetcorn and spring onions together. Beat the…
Chickpea dip: a combination of chickpeas, garlic, virtually fat free fromage frais and parsley. From Sainsbury’s Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Ingredients 410g can chickpeas, drained 1 small clove garlic 3 tablespoons Be Good To Yourself virtually fat free fromage frais 20g pack flat leaf parsley, finely chopped 1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice…
Chickpea Devilled Eggs from Whole Foods Market Makes 2 dozen Which came first, the chickpea or the egg? These rich and tangy devilled eggs with chickpeas (a.k.a. garbanzo beans) are inspired by hummus, yet have an irresistible appeal all their own. Ingredients 1 dozen eggs 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained,…
Celery Citrus Salad from Whole Foods Market Serves 4 Crunchy celery contrasts with sweet, tender citrus in this lovely salad that perfectly exhibits how a touch of highly flavorful ingredients–balsamic vinegar and feta–can elevate a dish without adding too much in the way of fat or sodium. Ingredients 5 satsumas, clementines or…
Looking for an easy mashed potato recipe? James Martin’s creamy champ is perfect with sausages or pork chops. From BBC Food Ingredients 1.35kg/3lb potatoes, well scrubbed and left whole in their jackets 290ml/½ pint milk 85g/3oz butter salt and white pepper 1 large bunch spring onions, finely chopped Method Boil the potatoes in…
Celery Bites from Whole Foods Market Makes 24 Cool crunchy celery is the perfect carrier for delicious, dairy-free roasted red pepper topping. Ingredients 4 ounces extra-firm silken tofu 2 green onions, chopped 1 roasted red pepper (water packed), drained and chopped 1 cup cooked no-salt-added white beans, rinsed and drained 2 teaspoons…
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 This spread is also delicious for breakfast or a snack on toasted slices of Health Starts Here whole grain bread, instead of on crackers. Ingredients 3 carrots, chopped 1 cup raw cashew pieces, divided 15 dried apricots, quartered (about 1/2 cup) 32 Whole Wheat Crackers (from 1…
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 Bring these skillet cakes, akin to latkes, to your Easter, Passover or St. Patrick’s Day table since they pair perfectly with ham, corned beef, brisket or lamb. Alternately, if you have leftovers from any of those, you can finely chop and use them in this recipe. Feel free…
From Sainsbury’s A delicious tart that combines sweet butternut squash, tangy cranberries and strong blue cheese. Serves: 6 Preparation time: 45 Minutes Cooking time: 35 Minutes Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (about 1.1kg) 3 sheets filo pastry 50g dried cranberries 50g pecans, toasted & roughly chopped 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped 6…
From Whole Foods Market Serves 4 This is hearty, satisfying vegetarian fare that we’ve dished up in entrée-sized portions because all you need to make it a meal is a big green salad. Enjoy the flavors as you enjoy a very affordable meal! Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound sliced button…
From BBC Food Our creamy broccoli soup with bubbling Stilton croutons is the perfect antidote to the winter blues. Ingredients 350g/12oz broccoli, florets and stalks cut into small pieces 400ml/14fl oz vegetable stock 25g/1oz butter 4 spring onions, finely sliced 50g/1¾oz Stilton, crumbled, or to taste 100ml/3½fl oz double cream salt and freshly…
From Stop and Shop Enjoy as an appetizer, or a starter, these crescents can be prepared in advance, frozen and thawed as convenient. Perfect for the holidays! Ingredients: 1 7-ounce President Brie cheese 1 8-ounce package crescent rolls 2 pears or apples, cored and sliced Method Unroll and spread out crescent roll…
From Whole Foods Market Makes 24 Generous-sized appetizers, flavorful and satisfying for any crowd, including vegetarians and vegans. Ingredients 2 cups (from 1 onion) thinly sliced red onion 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoons sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided 5 whole cloves 1 (15-ounce) can black…
From Whole Foods Market Serves 4 to 6 This immune-boosting soup is made with a virtual garden of powerful ingredients that contain beneficial nutrients for your immune system. Ingredients 1 small yellow onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, sliced 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 8 fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and…
It seems like anything fried in breadcrumbs is a winner with the whole family. The trick is to present moist meat with plenty of flavour and crunch. Yutaka Panko breadcrumbs certainly help with texture – sealing in those delicious juices and seasonings. Here is a spicy coating to enhance the natural flavour of either chicken…