Ingredients
250g (8oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
1 clove garlic, crushed
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
3 bunches asparagus, trimmed
12 bocconcini (mini mozzarella)
Basil leaves, to serve
Method
Heat the oven to 180C (gas mark 6). Place the cherry tomatoes and garlic in a bowl. Mix the olive oil and balsamic […]
Article by the Drummond Team
There has been such a significant increase in obesity over the last 35 years. Dr Carl Lavie in his excellent book the “Obesity Paradox” searches through government records to unearth same amazing findings.
Since 1865 males have grown about 1.5 BMI points heavier, which translates into an increase of 5 kilograms in […]
Take a sheet of shop-bought pastry & transform it into this stunning tart, stacked with glorious seasonal spring vegetables including radishes, baby carrots, peas and asparagus
(Makes 2 tarts – each serves 4)
Ingredients:
320g sheet ready rolled all-butter puff pastry
1 egg yolk, to glaze
handful baby carrots (about 8), peeled and any fat ones halved
handful radishes (about 10), […]
This chorizo and purple sprouting broccoli frittata (or Spanish omelette) recipe makes a quick and simple midweek dinner.
Ingredients:
200g cooking chorizo
1 garlic clove, crushed
8 stalks of trimmed purple sprouting broccoli
6 large free-range eggs
50ml heavy cream
50g grated low-fat gruyère
Method:
Remove the skin from the chorizo and crumble the meat into a […]
BNF Eatwell Guide Video Podcast
The Eatwell Guide translates government recommendations on foods, nutrients and health into simple messages to help us make informed choices about the foods, drinks and dietary patterns that promote good health.
The Guide shows the different types of foods and drinks we should consume – and in what proportions – to have […]
One (very generous) serving of this smoky chilli with vegetables and beans comes in at an incredible 220 calories per portion – or 420 calories if adding steamed rice. It can be made with Quorn or low-fat beef mince.
Ingredients:
1 tbsp of vegetable oil
1 large onion, peeled and diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
[…]
Article by the Drummond team
Water is a life-essential, and its very important to get the right amount of fluid to stay healthy. However, there are lots of mixed messages about how much, and exactly what to drink – and this can be confusing.
So why do we need water?
Water makes up a large proportion of the […]
This healthy take on the classic Shamrock Shake uses fresh spinach and juicy kiwi to achieve the fun and festive St Patricks Day colour. Using fresh mint makes this smoothie extra minty and refreshing.
Nutrition profile:
Egg Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Gluten-Free
Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 frozen large banana, sliced
1 cup spinach
½ cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
½ […]
Its like the old saying goes: “By failing to prepare, we are preparing to fail.” This is especially true when it comes to diet. When we don’t give thought to what we’re going to eat during the day, we’re left with what is convenient or close in proximity come mealtime. And the end result? We’re […]
Ingredients:
450g mixed spring vegetables such as green beans, asparagus, broad beans and peas
400g tagliatelle
1 lemon
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp snipped chives
grated parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), to serve
Method
Halve the green beans and cut the asparagus into 3 pieces on the diagonal. Cook the tagliatelle, adding the vegetables […]