Read more about the article Chicken, Black Bean and Kale Soup

Chicken, Black Bean and Kale Soup

Inspired by the classic Mexican soup, this dish is a double whammy. Not only is it a good way to use of leftover chicken (although we often poach a chicken specifically to use in dishes like this), it's such a healthy dinner and so full of flavour. The black beans create a fantastic background note, as well as naturally thickening the soup, and the spices and lemon give it a great tang. Use a low sodium stock cube if using leftovers and this dish. Chicken, Black Bean and Kale Soup Delicious way to use up leftover chicken that's got just the right level of spice 2 tbsp olive oil4 cloves garlic (crushed and peeled)5 spring onions (roughly chopped)1 bunch coriander (stalks chopped,…

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Read more about the article Italian Meatballs with Tagliatelle and Tomato and Basil Sauce

Italian Meatballs with Tagliatelle and Tomato and Basil Sauce

As winter starts to bite, it's all to easy to forget just how comforting and warming a bowl of fresh pasta can be. This American Italian classic is loved by children and adults alike and will really hit the spot on cold evenings. Quick and easy to prepare, it really is worth making your own meatballs, which can be done well in advance. Shop bought meatballs tend to be designed for more robust dishes, when what you're really after here are small delicate bites. Using a blend of pork and beef also gives an extra dimension of flavour, with the pork fat adding a delicious creaminess alongside the cheese. Italian Meatballs with Tagliatelle and Tomato and Basil Sauce Italian Pork and Beef…

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Read more about the article Stir Fry Udon Noodles with Char Siu Pork

Stir Fry Udon Noodles with Char Siu Pork

Sometimes nothing hits the spot like a meaty stir fry. Lashings of flavour, quick and easy to cook, and far healthier than most takeaway meals. This version uses thick udon noodles for more bite, especially tasty in the wholewheat versions. Char siu pork is such a fantastic dish, and far easier to replicate at home than more people realise. Although often served in buns or as part of a rice dish, it makes a great add to a stir fry. Stir Fry Udon Noodles with Char Siu Pork Thick noodles, fresh vegetables and succulent pork belly in a tasty hoi sin sauce 700 g pork belly (remove the skin but keep the fat)3 star anise2 tsp Chinese five spice powder4 cloves garlic60…

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Read more about the article Baked Chicken Leg with Chorizo, Beans, Pesto and Kale

Baked Chicken Leg with Chorizo, Beans, Pesto and Kale

This is truly one of the most surprising dishes you'll taste. The humble chicken leg, white beans, and much maligned kale, all brought together in a one pot. You would never expect the actual result in a million years. Crispy chicken skin, tender leg meat, layers of flavour, and a lovely creamy sauce. Most important of all, it's a quick to prepare one pot dish that you can stick in the oven and forget about whilst it cooks. A great family dish, and ideal for a rushed night midweek. Baked Chicken Leg with Chorizo, Beans, Pesto and Kale Quick easy one pot dish that tastes so rich you won't believe how little effort goes into it. Large Hob Casserole 4 Chicken Legs2…

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Chilli Pork Chop with Pasta Arrabbiata

This is such a quick and easy dinner choice, half an hour from start to finish, and it's just what you need on a cold autumnal evening. It's so simple, so it's absolutely critical that you have the very finest ingredients. None of your supermarket flimsy pork chops here! Chilli Pork Chop with Arrabiata Pasta 4 pork chops (thick cut)6 tbsp olive oil1 small onion (finely chopped)2 tbsp dried, flaked chillies (finely sliced)2 cloves garlic (peeled and chopped)1 bunch basil leaves1 tin chopped tomatoes1 small cartoon passata400 g fresh or dried penne pasta100 g parmesan shavings In a large saucepan, heat 2 tbsps. of oil, and then gently fry the onion until translucent. Add one tbsp. of the chilli flakes, and the…

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