Serve this luscious savory tart as a vegetarian appetizer or as an accompaniment to roast dishes. Try to use organic carrots, as they are more flavorful. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) ½ recipe basic crust 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon salted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed…
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This Middle-Eastern inspired pie is wonderful served with chutney and a mixed salad. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, chopped ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cilantro (coriander) 100 g/3½ oz basmati rice 285 ml/10 fl oz vegetable stock 70 g/2½ oz currants or raisins 400-g/14-oz tin chickpeas, drained…
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This unusual pie is just right for a casual weeknight supper. It is quick, easy and delicious – simply serve wedges straight from the frying pan. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 medium red pepper, chopped 2 x 400 g/14 oz tins chopped tomatoes 2…
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Served with a fresh green salad, this tart makes a lovely lunch or light supper. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) ½ recipe basic crust 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 garlic bulb, unpeeled 115 g/4 oz ricotta cheese 60 ml/4 tablespoons crime fraiche or sour cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons salted butter…
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Served with a mixed salad and vinaigrette, this makes a sumptuous lunch or light supper. Ingredients: (Serve 4-6) ½ recipe basic crust 8 bacon rashers 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 285 ml/10 fl oz whipping cream ¼ tsp salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste Pinch of grated nutmeg Method: Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F/Gas mark 7.…
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This hearty pie is topped with mashed potatoes, so there is no pastry involved. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) 900 g (2 lb) minced lamb, browned and drained ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Freshly ground black pepper 115 g/4 oz tinned or frozen sweetcorn 4-5 large russet potatoes 6 tablespoons salted butter 120 ml/4 fl oz whole milk…
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The perfect way to use up leftover roast chicken, this pot pie is pure comfort food. Ingredients: (Serves 4-6) ½ recipe basic crust 1 large potato, peeled and cut into small cubes 2 carrots, peeled and cut into small chunks 2 tablespoons salted butter 1 chicken stock cube 2 tablespoons plain flour 530 ml/18 fl oz…
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The flavors of mint and chocolate blend spectacularly in this spiked chilled pie. Ingredients: (Serves 6-8) 1 recipe chocolate wafer crumb crust 1½ teaspoons powdered gelatine 285 ml/10 fl oz whipping cream 55 g/2 oz caster sugar 3 tablespoons crème de menthe 4 tablespoons white crème de cacao 4 large egg yolks Roughly chopped Aero…
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