http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/ Get all the latest Foodanddrink news in a convenient RSS feed. en-gb Sun, 8 Nov 2009 18:32:09 +0000 Copyright: (C) Play-2-Win Ltd http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/_furniture/gfx/logos/femalefirst.png http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/ Monkfish with olive oil glazePrep time: 45 minutes Servings: 4Ingredients: * 4 pieces of monkfish weighing 200 grams * 350 grams of black ‘cacereña’ olives * 300 grams of green beans * 1 ripe tomato * 1 spring onion * 400 ml olive oil * salt Preparation: Remove the pits from the olives, set aside 8 to 10 of them and mash the rest... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Cooking+With+Spanish+Olives-928.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Cooking+With+Spanish+Olives-928.html Sat, 7 Nov 2009 11:41:13 +0000 Foodanddrink With an estimated 300 million olive trees nationwide and a history with the fruit spanning some 6,000 years, Spain is the world’s leading producer of table olives. Delicious olives available from your local supermarket most likely grew under the warm Spanish sun .. a hot, seemingly endless summer season perfect for ripening. An excellent sour... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Spanish+Olives-927.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Spanish+Olives-927.html Sat, 7 Nov 2009 11:24:52 +0000 Foodanddrink Serves: 4Pasta BakePreparation time: 20 minutesCooking time: 20-25 minutesOven temperature: 180ºC, Gas mark 4-5Per portion based on recipe making 4 portionsEnergy 2820kJ /671kcalFat 29 g Ingredients:200g chorizo sausage, sliced2 large red or yellow peppers, deseeded and sliced1 aubergine, cut into 2cm cubes1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped2 t... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chorizo+Sweet+Pepper+Aubergine+Pasta+Gratin-926.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chorizo+Sweet+Pepper+Aubergine+Pasta+Gratin-926.html Thu, 5 Nov 2009 12:04:27 +0000 Foodanddrink A low fat and low calorie soup ideal for lunch or as a starterServes: 4-6Preparation time: 10 minutesCooking time: 30-40 minutesOven Temperature: 180ºC, Gas mark 4-5Ingredients:1kg fresh tomatoes cut in half1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into thick strips1 red onion, peeled and cut into wedges3 cloves of garlic, peeled and left whole2 tablespo... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Tomato+Soup-925.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Tomato+Soup-925.html Thu, 5 Nov 2009 12:03:05 +0000 Foodanddrink This recipe looks impressive but is actually quite easy. Wrap the fish in Parma ham ahead of time and just cook when ready to serve.Serves: 4Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutesIngredients: 4 x 140g (5oz) pollack portions 4 sage leaves salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 slices Parma ham 2 x 15ml spoon (2 tablespoons) olive oil ... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Pollack+Wrapped+in+Parma+Ham-924.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Pollack+Wrapped+in+Parma+Ham-924.html Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:05:17 +0000 Foodanddrink Ingredients455g (1lb) sardines, cleaned and heads removed 1 x 15ml spoon (1 tablespoon) Cajun spices 1 x 5ml spoon (1 teaspoon) crushed chillies 1 x 15ml spoon (1 tablespoon) lemon juice salt, to taste lemon wedges, to garnishServes: 4Nutritional Values Per Portion (Approx) 194 Kilocalories 24g Protein 11g Fat 1g Carbohydrate 0g FibreMethodPreheat ... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Hot+Cajun+Sardines-923.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Hot+Cajun+Sardines-923.html Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:03:47 +0000 Foodanddrink Preparation Time: 30 minutes                                                     &nbs... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Grilled+Trout+with+Tarragon+and+Lemon+Butter-922.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Grilled+Trout+with+Tarragon+and+Lemon+Butter-922.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:05:14 +0000 Foodanddrink Preparation Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 35 minutesServes: 6· 4 tbsp sultanas                                            &... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Marmalade+Spicy+Bread+and+Butter+Pudding-921.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Marmalade+Spicy+Bread+and+Butter+Pudding-921.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:03:43 +0000 Foodanddrink The sweetness from the sweet potato and mint gives this Cornish pasty a delicious fresh flavour.Preparation Time: 20 minutes plus 30 minutes chillingCooking Time: 1 hourServes: 4· 400g plain flour, sifted · seasoning · 200g Country Life butter, chilled and cubed · Beaten egg, to glaze · 2 tbsp cracked black pepper... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Luxurious+Lamb+Sweet+Potato+and+Mint+Cornish+Pasty-920.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Luxurious+Lamb+Sweet+Potato+and+Mint+Cornish+Pasty-920.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:02:09 +0000 Foodanddrink Preparation Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 20 minutesServes: 4- 6 large maris piper potatoes (about 1.5kg) - 6 Best of British Pork sausages - 1 tbsp oil - 100g Country Life Spreadable - 2 tbsp runny honey - 1 tbsp whole grain mustard - 150ml whole milk - 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves - 1 tbsp parsley, chopped - 2 British eating apples - 1 red onion, cu... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Honey+and+Mustard+Bangers+and+Mash+with+Apple+Gravy-919.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Honey+and+Mustard+Bangers+and+Mash+with+Apple+Gravy-919.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:00:51 +0000 Foodanddrink Serves: 8 Preparation time: 30 minutes plus cooling and chilling time Cooking time: 7-8 minutes at 200C or Gas Mark 6Per portion: Fat  9.2g (of which saturates 4.5g) Cals  180 calories Carbs  14.8 g (of which sugars 2.1g) Ingredients:50g plain flour 25g cocoa powder 3 large eggs 8 tbsp granular Canderel Filling: 250g t... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chocolate+Roulade-918.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chocolate+Roulade-918.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:18:05 +0000 Foodanddrink Makes: 12 Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 10-12 minutes at 180C or Gas Mark 4Per portion:Fat  2.4g (of which saturates 0.8g) Cals  56 calories Carbs  8.2 g (of which sugars 2.4g)Ingredients: 2 Sheets filo pastry (approx90g) 10g reduced fat butter, melted Filling: 2 tangerines or clementines 10 tbsp granular ... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Cranberry+Filo+Tart-917.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Cranberry+Filo+Tart-917.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:16:55 +0000 Foodanddrink Ingredients1 medium pumpkin Olive oil 1 large onion (peeled and chopped) 2 cloves of garlic (crushed) 1 litre of chicken or vegetable stock 260ml double cream Salt and freshly ground black pepperFor the croutons: 4 slices of white breadMethodCut off the top of the pumpkin to form a lid for your lantern. Remove the flesh from inside the pumpkin and ... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Halloween+Pumpkin+soup-916.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Halloween+Pumpkin+soup-916.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:15:42 +0000 Foodanddrink Top chef Phil Vickery has put together 'Spooky Halloween' recipes. sure to be a scary hit...Fiendish Pumpkin Cake   Serves 6-8 Preparation Time: 30 mins      Cooking Time: 55-60mins   1.35kg (3lb) pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, deseeded and diced ½tsp grated nutmeg 150g (5½oz) light brown sugar... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Halloween+treats-915.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Halloween+treats-915.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:04:29 +0000 Foodanddrink Serves: 4 Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 22-25 minutesPer portion: Fat 13.2g (of which saturates 2.2g) Cals 330 cals  Carbs 11.5g (of which sugar 5.3g)Ingredients: 2 red peppers 2 yellow peppers 4 chicken breast fillets, approx 120g each 2 tsp olive oil salt and pepper 1 tsp paprika small bunch basil, leaves only Dre... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chicken+With+Grilled+Pepper+Basil+Salad-914.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chicken+With+Grilled+Pepper+Basil+Salad-914.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:09:02 +0000 Foodanddrink Per Pancake with fruit: Fat   2.6g (of which saturates 0.4g) Cals  98.5 cals  Carbs 16.1g (of which sugar 7.2g)Ingredients:100g plain wholemeal flour 2 tbsp granular sweetner/Canderel Pinch ground cinnamon 1 large egg, beaten 275 ml semi-skimmed milk vegetable oil for cooking Citrus Fruits 2 grapefruit, any colour 1 large orange... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Citrus+Pancakes-913.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Citrus+Pancakes-913.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:07:20 +0000 Foodanddrink Crème BruleeIngredientsThe following is a quick method of preparing crème brulee and one that gives a lightness to the mixture by enabling air to be incorporated onto the egg yolks.Use the best quality vanilla pods, for example Bourbon.600ml (20 fl oz) Graham’s Gold cream 1 vanilla pod, split lengthwise, seeds scooped out and ke... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Creme+Brulee-912.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Creme+Brulee-912.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:53:46 +0100 Foodanddrink Soft Chocolate CakeIngredients (serves 4)200g good quality plain chocolate (with 60% cocoa solids, Valrhona is good) 200g Graham’s Gold butter 7 eggs, separated 140g caster sugarMethodPreheat the oven to 160C.Lightly butter a 25cm springform cake tin then line the base with a circle of baking parchment and the edges with a long strip. Break t... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Soft+Chocolate+Cake-911.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Soft+Chocolate+Cake-911.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:21:24 +0100 Foodanddrink Everybody knows that Christmas is a time to eat, drink, and be merry, but it can be difficult to get into the party spirit at the same time as making healthy choices. Lisa Cooney, looks at how we can make sure we have a merry Christmas without our health ending up the loser.The average person puts on as much as five pounds over the Christmas period... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Celebrate+healthily+this+Christmas-910.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Celebrate+healthily+this+Christmas-910.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:59:34 +0100 Foodanddrink 500g chicken breast filletsSatay marinade : 1 tbsp vegetable oil ¼ -½ tsp chilli powder 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cumin 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp dark soy sauce 2 tbsp lime juice 1 tbsp granular CanderelCoconut Sauce 200ml reduced fat coconut milk 2 tsp red or yellow curry paste 2 tsp fish sauce 4 tsp granular Canderel... http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chicken+Satay+with+Coconut+sauce-909.html http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/Chicken+Satay+with+Coconut+sauce-909.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:27:56 +0100 Foodanddrink