Roast Salmon with Chilli and Herbs, served on a Summer Vegetable, Feta & Lentil Salad
Thank you Simply Food by Mandy for this summer salad packed full of goodies, then finished of beautifully with the roasted salmon. Adding a small amount of the dressing before cooking creates flavour and keeps the fish deliciously moist. Ingredients: ⠀ Serves 2 as a main course 4 as a side salad 2 salmon fillets […]
Where to go for a spot of al fresco dining
We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to our local pubs, restaurants and cafes that boast outside space. Here’s a list of some of our favourite local establishments offering outside dining – perfect for this hot weather we’re having! Pubs: The George & Dragon, Chipstead The Bricklayers Rose & Crown, Dunton Green Halfway House White […]
Quick lamb kebabs with courgette and cucumber tzatziki
Thank you to Riverford for sharing this perfect BBQ recipe with us… These cigars of light spiced lamb are delicious with rice or couscous, salad and fresh, tangy tzatziki. They’re good for the barbecue season, but also easy enough for a weeknight supper. You could add finely chopped mint and parsley to the lamb, along […]
Pan-fried Halibut with smoky Harissa Chickpeas
The Health Boost share this delicious Summer recipe. INGREDIENTS Serves 4 1 onion, sliced 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp smoked paprika 2 tbsp smoked chilli harissa paste (Belazu) 2 x 570g jars chickpeas (Bold Bean Co) 1 tin full fat coconut milk 100g chard, chopped finely 4 halibut fillets 1 tbsp olive oil small […]
Burrata Salad, with Griddled Nectarines & Herby Dressing
Simply Food by Mandy shares this delicious summer salad with us. You can sear the nectarines on the bbq, pan fry them or griddle them, whichever way, they’ll be delicious. The herby dressing is amazing and so worth making a batch for the fridge, which should keep for 3 days and is delicious with so […]
Chipotle black bean burrito bowl
The Health Boost share this fab summer burrito bowl – perfect for a BBQ or packed picnic lunch.
Chickpea, Veg & Goats Cheese Salad
Recipe from Anna’s Family Kitchen. INGREDIENTS:-380g diced butternut squash½ tsp ground cumin½ tsp ground coriander1 tsp salt2 tbsp olive oil150g cooked beetroot, diced150g kale, stalks removed and rinsed400g chickpeas125g goats cheese – I used@bettinegoatscheese – it’s mild and delicious6 spring onions sliced3 tbsp pumpkin seedsZest of half an orange For the dressing, mix together: 3 […]
Spring salad of Roasted Radishes, Jersey Royals and Asparagus with Parmesan & Lemon dressing
Pretty Edible Stylist shares her Spring time bowl: Roasted Radishes, Jersey Royals and Asparagus with Lemon, Parmesan & Mint dressing. I like to serve this when the potatoes and radishes are still a little warm as I’m a great lover of hot and cold together. If you wish, you can make ahead and place in […]
Healthy fish and chips
Simply Food by Mandy talks us through how to make a healthier version of Fish & Chips, perfect for Friday night dinner. I’ve made it with a Tempura batter, which is slightly lighter and wonderfully crisp. I did use beer in the batter ? but you could use sparkling water. The chips are oven baked not fried […]
Low fat Chicken Tikka Masala
The Sevenoaks Nutrition Club share a healthy, light version of the classic Indian restaurant dish everyone loves! INGREDIENTSServes 4, 1 hour prep, 514 Kcal pp 500g/1lb 2oz chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 garlic clove, grated75g/2/oz plain yoghurt1 tbsp tikka spice powder For the tikka masala sauce1 chicken stock pot, made up with100ml/3½fl oz […]
Aromatic Beetroot & Coconut Curry
A favourite winter beetroot recipe from Riverford cook Kirsty. Healthy and sustaining, this jewel-coloured curry is bursting with aromatic spices. Serve it with a dollop of yoghurt and a sprinkling of toasted desiccated coconut, alongside brown rice or quinoa. Serves 2-3, prep 10 mins, cook 40 mins. Ingredients oil for frying 1 large or 2 […]
Chicken, bacon & mushroom pie
Use up your leftover chicken in this recipe or equally fine to cook fresh. Thank you Anna’s Family Kitchen for sharing this perfect winter warmer… INGREDIENTS for 4-6 1 tbsp oil⠀ 600g cooked chicken 8 skinless boneless chicken thighs each cut into four pieces 200g bacon lardons or streaky bacon 200g mushrooms halved 1 onion […]
Sticky, Sausage, Apple, Mustard & Tarragon Traybake
Simply Food by Mandy shares a delicious sausage traybake recipe. Think of it as a more sophisticated, grown up hot dog. The onions and apples become sticky and sweet, almost jammy and the sausages have a gorgeous caramelised coating. Add a little bit of everything to a piece of baguette or a brioche hotdog roll […]
Tomato & coconut chicken from The Health Boost
This is perfect for introducing your children to spices. It’s not that hot, so I add a couple of dried chillies when I cook it for some extra heat. If your children aren’t used to spices then don’t add any chillies the first time you make it and then introduce gradually. Don’t be put off […]
Rainbow burgers for sunny days
Pip from The Cooking Apple has shared this burger recipe, perfect for sunny weather and the Easter weekend ahead. Ingredients Makes 4-5 2 sweet potatoes 1 red pepper 2 courgettes ground cinnamon fresh rosemary sea salt and black pepper 2 tbsp + 2 tsp olive oil 1 shallot 1 clove garlic 500g lean beef mince […]
Haddock, Leek & Tender Stem Tart – Anna’s Family Kitchen
As with most of my recipes, this can be adapted with whatever you have in the fridge or fancy. Salmon (either fresh or smoked) could replace the haddock; you could use asparagus or spinach in place of the broccoli; or you could use shortcrust pastry. I just like puff. Enjoy! Serves: 6 Prep: 10 minutes […]
Sticky Asian Chicken
Anna’s Family Kitchen shares an easy family dinner idea. This was Tuesdays throw together dinner using what was left in my fridge (chicken thighs) and cupboard staples. All the ingredients are combined and cooked in one pan I finished with cashews and spring onions but you could omit both, add a herb or sub in […]
5 Reasons to visit The Deckhouse this January
They have an amazing January offer. Get £10 off when you spend £25 or more. Justshow the QR code below to your server. NEW Surfside Bowls! The Deckhouse has teamed up with The Sevenoaks Nutrition Club to create three delicious, protein-packed bowls that are as flavourful as they are nutritious – each under 600 calories: […]
Fridge-raid Pasta bake
You know that moment when you’ve got nothing in the house to make for dinner and you’re short of time? So you just wing it and hope for the best… and it turns out deeelish! Of course, any vegetables can be substituted here… Ingredients: 1/4 butternut squash2 carrots1 red onion1 sweet potato1 can sweetcorn2 handfuls […]
Steak & Ale Pie
Steak & Ale Pie from Anna’s Family Kitchen. INGREDIENTS for 4-6:- 1kg stewing steak cut into chunks 3 tbsp flour mixed with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 large or 2 small onions chopped 4 garlic cloves crushed 2 carrots chopped 2 bay leaves 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar A few fresh thyme […]