Lean and Local Burger Bites (GF)
Makes: 10-12 Burger Bites
I make these for all the family as they are great if you have a gluten intolerance or coeliac disease as my 4 year old does. They are quick to make, tasty to eat and even healthier when made with high quality beef or lamb - Visit your local butcher to recommend the best mince to use.
Ingredients:
500g / 18oz lean minced beef or lamb
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon lemon infused olive oil
2 teaspoons soft ...
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Vibrant Vegetable Rice Rolls (GF)
Makes: 8 Rice Rolls
Delicious finger food crammed full of a wide variety of seasonal vegetables. Either eat them on their own or pair them with gluten-free soy sauce or sweet chilli dipping sauce. They are teaming with vegetables and make a refreshingly healthy change to the fried variety and have become a family favourite in our household!
Ingredients:
50g / 2oz iceberg lettuce, finely sliced
1 small carrot, peeled and grated
½ spring onion, finely sliced
5cm / 2” ...
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Apple and Pistachio Crumble Ice Cream (GF)
Makes: 6 Ice Cream Portions
I love the flavour combination of apples and the nutty crunch from the pistachio nuts. We have enjoyed these as a treat by big kids and little one's too! Great for children's parties too as they can be made in advance. Why not try serving in a chocolate cup to make a funky, entirely edible dessert? WARNING:Things may get messy!
Ingredients:
2 cooking apples, peeled, cored and diced
Dash of water
1 teaspoon soft brown sugar, heaped
225ml / 8fl oz full ...
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Father’s Day Florentines (GF)
Why not treat Dad to some homemade gluten-free Florentines this Father’s Day? Great to make with the children and guaranteed to get messy - Aprons at the ready!
Makes: 18
50g / 2oz butter
100g / 4oz caster sugar
4 teaspoons gluten-free flour
150ml / 5fl oz crème fraîche
1 lemon, zested
50g / 2oz flaked almonds
25g / 1oz pistachios, roughly chopped
25g / 1oz crystalised stem ginger, finely chopped
75g / 3oz dried cherries, cranberries & blueberries
150g / 5oz ...
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Sweet Pepper, Olive and Bacon Pinwheels (GF)
Makes: 14, 5cm, (2”) diameter
Pinwheels are great for school lunch boxes, a quick snack after school, or a special party - adults also! They work well served either hot or cold. Try experimenting with different fillings such as chorizo or cream cheese and chive.
Ingredients:
200g / 7oz gluten-free puff pastry
1 teaspoon butter
1 small garlic clove, minced
½ yellow pepper, finely diced
10 olives, de-stoned and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons tomato purée
25g / 1oz Cheddar ...
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Easy Banana and Coconut Ice Cream (GF)
Makes: 2 Portions
This gluten-free, fuss free ice cream is easy to make and constantly requested by our children. Why not experiment by combining flavours such as pistachio nuts, gluten-free chocolate chips or peanut butter?
Ingredients:
3 medium bananas
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
50g / 2oz yogurt
2 dessert spoons dessicated coconut
Method:
1. Slice the banana and arrange on a plate. Place in the freezer for 1 hour.
2. Meanwhile, place a small pan over a medium heat and ...
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Mini Serrano Ham and Asparagus Frittatas (GF)
Makes: 10-12 Frittatas
In need of an alternative to a sandwich for lunch? These versatile little frittatas are great served either hot or cold for picnics and school lunch boxes!
Ingredients:
6 slices Serrano ham
1 dessert spoon olive oil
2 small shallots, finely diced
3 asparagus spears, sliced diagonally
¼ teaspoon rosemary, finely chopped
6 medium eggs
75ml / 3fl oz milk
75g / 3oz Pecorino, grated
Pre-heat the oven to 190°C / Fan 170°C / 375°F / Gas 5
Method:
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Sticky Chicken Jumbles (GF)
These bite-sized golden chicken pieces are delicious served either warm or cold, so take some of the party pressure away by making them in advance.
Makes: 8 portions
Ingredients:
6 boneless chicken thighs, roughly cut into 5cm /2" pieces
2 tablespoons honey
2 ½cm /1" cube fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 dessert spoon gluten-free soy sauce
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon rice wine or cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cloves ...
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