Ingredients: 1 small parsnip1 small beetroot1 leek1/2 carrot1/2 apple (optional) For the dressing:1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tbsp white sugar1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice1 tbsp cider vinegar1/2 tsp ground black pepper1/4 tsp salt Method: Cut the top off the leek, remover the outer layers, and cut into 1cm slices, discarding the bottom end. Wash to remove any…
Ingredients 1 whole leek 1 eating apple, grated 2 medium carrots, grated Juice of half a lemon 2 tsp Olive oil A little mayonnaise, or vegan alternative Method When preparing the leeks, cut the whole leek in half long ways, and then chop finely, and put in a bowl of water to soak. Drain and…
A quick, thick Spanish omelette that’s a great way to use up leftover potatoes and cheese Prep: 10 mins cook: 12 mins Easily serves 4 butter, for frying 1 leek, thinly sliced 225g potatoes, cooked and cooled (about 1-2 medium size ones) 6 eggs 85g cheddar 1 tbsp sage, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried sage), optional Melt a knob of butter…
Bored of the usual baked potato fillings? These can be started off in the microwave to speed things up, then baked with a creamy leek mixture Prep: 5 mins Cook: 30 mins Easy serves 4 2 leeks, sliced 4 baking potatoes, pricked with a fork 150g tub garlic and herb soft cheese 1 egg, beaten small handful parsley Heat…
A low-fat, vegetarian recipe reminds us that pastry doesn’t have to be an indulgence Prep: 20 mins Cook: 40 mins Serves 4 easily Ingredients: 500g leeks, thinly sliced 150ml low-sodium vegetable stock 175g chestnut mushroom, sliced 4 large sheets filo pastry 1 tbsp olive oil 85g soft-rinded goat’s cheese or vegetarian alternative 1 tsp poppy seeds Heat…
A no-fuss open puff pastry pie that makes a great vegetarian main course or quick lunchtime treat Prep: 25 min Cook: 30 mins Serves 4 easily Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 25g butter 2 medium leeks, sliced 2 tbsp chopped thyme leaf zest 2 lemons and juice 1 lemon 375g pack ready-rolled puff pastry 200g…
Ingredients: 8 to 10 potatoes (with skin on: it’s where all the goodness is and saves time) Grated cheese One leek A quarter of cabbage Salt & pepper Method: Boil the patatoes Thinly dice leek and a quarter cabbage and steam in a pan with the lid on with half a cup of water in…