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And I’m sure I’m not the only one who’s noticed that the price of cheese has risen dramatically over the past year or so. From a shopping trolley staple, it’s become something I think twice about before heading to the checkout. Yep, the cost of food (and living) is increasing, so we’ve pulled together this collection of our favourite budget-beating recipes. Everything in here is packed with flavour and bound to be loved by the whole family, but your wallet won’t get quite such a shock when you hit the supermarket. My number one money-saving tip in the kitchen is to grow your own herbs. Even if you don’t have a garden, grab a spot on a windowsill and snip fresh herbs to add flavour and beauty. No more spendy…

INDONESIAN FRIED RICE WITH MACKEREL Preparation time 5 minsCooking time 15 minsServes 4 1 Tbsp olive oil2 eggs, lightly beaten1 Tbsp red curry pastepinch caster sugar800g cooked basmati rice (about 250g-300g uncooked)small bunch spring onions, sliced140g frozen peas2 Tbsp soy sauce, plus extra to serve4 smoked or canned mackerel fillets, flaked½ cucumber, cut into half moons STEP 1 Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok. Tip in the eggs and swirl to coat the base of the pan. Cook for 1 min, then flip and cook the other side until set. Remove and roughly chop into ribbons. STEP 2 Add the curry paste and sugar and fry for 1 min. Tip in the rice and stir to coat in the paste, then add the spring onions and…

SAUSAGE, SPINACH & CHILLI PASTA Preparation and cooking time 25 minsServes 2 2 Italian-style sausages3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced pinch of dried chilli flakes2 tsp Dijon mustard100ml thickened cream250g baby spinach200g spaghetti or rigatoniGrated parmesan, to serve STEP 1 Heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil in a frying pan and squeeze the meat of the sausages from their casings into the pan. Fry over a medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes or until crisping up, then add the garlic and dried chilli flakes and fry for another minute. STEP 2 Stir in the Dijon mustard, cream and baby spinach, and bubble for a few minutes to wilt and thicken the sauce. Season. STEP 3 Cook spaghetti or rigatoni in a large pan of lightly salted boiling water following pack instructions, then…

CREAMY PANCETTA & BASIL GNOCCHI Cook 300g of gnocchi following pack instructions, then drain. Meanwhile, fry 75g diced pancetta until crisp. Stir in a crushed clove of garlic, then 150ml double cream. Season, then tip in the gnocchi with a handful of chopped basil and 2 Tbsp finely grated parmesan. Serve in warm bowls with extra grated cheese. BLUE CHEESE, SPINACH & WALNUT GNOCCHI Cook 300g of gnocchi following pack instructions, then drain. Meanwhile, heat a knob of butter in a pan and wilt 100g chopped spinach. Stir in 3 Tbsp crème fraîche and the cooked gnocchi. Add 50g chopped creamy mild blue cheese and toss, then serve in warm bowls topped with chopped, toasted walnuts. GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO & CHIVE SALSA Dice two ripe plum tomatoes then put in…

Unlike many other household appliances, cooking appliances such as ovens, stovetops and microwaves don’t have energy star ratings to indicate how energy efficient they are. In general, the larger the cooking appliance and the longer the cooking time, the more expensive your cooking costs will be. STOVETOPS Choose an energy efficient stovetop • The two most common types of stovetops are gas and electricity. • Induction stovetops use electromagnetic technology to heat the cookware and its contents without wasting energy heating the cooking surface. Energy is delivered directly to the pot or pan, making it twice as efficient as gas and electric stovetops, where the energy must first be converted into heat. Use your stovetop efficiently • Use saucepans with clean, flat bottoms: This will ensure better contact and heat…

CRISPY PORK NOODLES WITH CHILLI GREENS Preparation & Cooking time 20 minsServes 2 1 Tbsp peanut or vegetable oil150g pork mince200g gai lan, choi sum or pak choi, any thick stems halved lengthways2 nests fine egg noodles or ramen2 tsp toasted sesame oil1 tsp dried chilli flakes (or less if you don’t like it too spicy)4 szechuan peppercorns (optional)3 garlic cloves, finely chopped4 spring onions, slicedthumb-sized piece ginger, finely chopped2 Tbsp soy sauce2 Tbsp mirin1 Tbsp rice vinegar STEP 1 Heat the oil in a wok or deep frying pan, and fry the pork for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently and breaking it up with a spatula, or until golden brown and crispy. STEP 2 Meanwhile, blanch the greens in a pan of simmering water for 4-6 minutes or until the…

SPICY CHICKPEA, POTATO & FILO SLICE Preparation and cooking time 50 minsServes 4 750g floury potatoes (such as sebago), peeled and cut into 2cm dice50g butter1 onion, finely chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 Tbsp grated ginger1 Tbsp curry paste (any kind)1 Tbsp tomato paste400g can chickpeas, drained and rinseda small bunch coriander, chopped250g filo pastry1 tbsp nigella seeds STEP 1 Cook the diced potatoes in boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes until almost tender but holding their shape, then drain. STEP 2 Heat a knob of the butter in a pan over a low heat and cook the onion, garlic and ginger until softened. Stir in the curry paste and tomato paste, and cook for 3 minutes. Add the drained potatoes, chickpeas and a splash of water and cook for 2-3…

POPCORN POPCORN BASE RECIPE Total time 5 minutesMakes 1 serving (1 to 13⁄4 cups each). ⅛ cup popcorn kernels, poppedCrunchy choiceDried Fruit choiceNut or Seed choiceNon-stick cooking spraySeasoning choice STEP 1 In a 1L resealable plastic bag combine popcorn, Crunchy choice, Dried Fruit choice, and Nut or Seed choice. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Seasoning choice; seal bag and shake to coat. Popcorn mix is best when eaten the same day. CURRIED POPCORN TOSS Total time 15 minutesMakes 10 servings (1⁄2 cup each). STEP 1 In a small bowl combine 2 Tbsp melted butter, 1 tsp curry powder, and, if desired, dash cayenne pepper. Place 4 cups hot popped popcorn in a large bowl. Drizzle with butter mixture; toss to coat. Add 1⁄4 cup each raisins, chopped dried…

CARROT CAKE PORRIDGE Preparation time 5 minsCooking time 15 minsServes 3 (or 2 adults and 2 children) 2 small carrots, peeled and grated180g porridge oats1 tsp cinnamongrating of fresh nutmeg75g raisins850ml milk (cow’s or fortified plant milk work well), plus extra to serve (optional)1 Tbsp nut butter, such as almond (optional)honey, to serve (optional) STEP 1 Put all the ingredients apart from the honey in a pan and cook over a medium heat for 10-15 mins, stirring often, until the oats and carrots are soft and the porridge is creamy. STEP 2 Add a little more milk as it cooks if it’s too thick. Serve with a splash more milk and a drizzle of honey, if you like. BIRCHER MUESLI WITH APPLE & BANANA Preparation time 5 mins plus several…

CHICKEN WINGS ARE AN EASY AND DELCIOUS WAY TO TRANSPORT ALL KINDS OF FABULOUS FLAVOURS. DON’T FORGET TO PASS THE NAPKINS! STICKY RASPBERRY-GLAZED CHICKEN WINGS Preparation and cooking time 1 hour 10 minsServes 4 as a snack 500g chicken wings4 Tbsp raspberry jam1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar1 clove garlic, crushed2 tsp Tabasco STEP 1 Heat the oven to 170°C fan-forced (190°C conventional). Separate each wing into two pieces and cut off the little winglets (you can freeze these for stock). STEP 2 Spread over a non-stick baking tin and roast for 40 minutes. STEP 3 Meanwhile, put the rest of the ingredients in a small pan and heat gently, adding a grind of black pepper. STEP 4 Take out the wings and brush all over with the glaze. Roast for another…

INDIAN RELISH KASUNDI Start 4 days beforePreparation & Cooking time 11⁄2 hoursMakes 6 cupsReady in 3 daysKeeps 6 months 1.5kg vine-ripened tomatoes 90g fresh ginger, peeled, chopped coarsely8 cloves garlic, chopped coarsely2 long fresh green chillies, seeded, chopped coarsely11⁄4 cups (310ml) apple cider vinegar½ cup (125ml) olive oil3 teaspoons brown mustard seeds1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon smoked paprika3 teaspoons ground turmeric2 teaspoons nigella seeds1 teaspoon ground chilli powder400g canned crushed tomatoes2⁄3 cup (150g) firmly packed brownsugar2 teaspoons sea salt flakes STEP 1 Using a small, sharp knife, score the base of each tomato with a small cross. Place in a saucepan of boiling water for 1 minute or until the skins start to split. Remove with a slotted spoon into a bowl of iced water. Peel and discard tomato skins.…

IN SEASON SPRING Fruits: apples, apricots, avocados, bananas, berries, cherries, citrus fruits, mangoes, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums, strawberries Vegetables: asparagus, beans, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, eggplant, lettuce, peas, spinach, spring onions AUTUMN Fruits: apples, apricots, berries, citrus fruits, grapes, figs, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums Vegetables: beans, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, corn, eggplant, lettuce, pumpkins, potatoes, tomatoes SUMMER Fruits: bananas, berries, cherries, citrus fruits, grapes, mangoes, melons, nectarines, peaches, plums, strawberries Vegetables: beans, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, corn, eggplant, lettuce, peas, potatoes, tomatoes, zucchini WINTER Fruits: apples, citrus fruits, grapes, pears, pomegranates Vegetables: beetroot, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, fennel, kale, leeks, parsnips, potatoes, spinach, turnips This list is a guide only and will vary depending on the climate where you live…

BREAKFAST & BRUNCH 10 Baked banana porridge10 Bircher muesli with apple and banana12 Blueberry bircher pots9 Carrot cake porridge12 Cinnamon porridge with banana & berries13 Leftover porridge pancakes14 Mozzarella-stuffed French toast15 Mushroom, bacon & tomato French toast10 Porridge with grated apple14 Rhubarb & custard French toast15 Spiced banana honey French toast LIGHT MEALS & SNACKS 47 BBQ butter chicken wings46 BBQ fish sauce wings46 Berbere chicken wings37 Blue cheese, bacon, pecans & cranberries sweet potato26 Buffalo hot dogs44 Buffalo wings with blue cheese dip44 Chicken wings fried in instant mash70 Chilli corn & spring onion quesadilla47 Chilli, yoghurt and oregano chicken wings70 Creamy garlic chicken quesadilla36 Curried chickpea sweet potato48 Green chilli & mango toastie49 Gruyere, prosciutto & sage toastie47 Harissa hot wings with hazelnut dukkah27 Hoisin hot dogs27 Honey…