by Dee | Apr 1, 2020 | Featured, GloKitchen
As we move further into lockdown, we are all looking at ways of feeding our families and indeed ourselves in isolation. Some of us are on very limited budgets at this time and certain produce is also being restricted.
One recipe that is straight out of my grandma’s kitchen is good old fashioned vegetable soup. She had been through the war when rations and the threat to life was major.
On a lighter note, this is not only nutritious and a boost to the immune system, but a good low calorie option.
I would normally give you specifics but in these unprecedented times, you can substitute what is in your fridge, freezer or food cupboard with any of the ingredients below:
Carrots
Onions
Celery
Tomato puree or finned tomatoes
Frozen peas
Sweet corn
Boil the fresh vegetables for 15 mins, add the frozen vegetables and add the seasoning, tomato puree, tinned tomatoes.
Serve with bread or add pasta for a filling family meal.
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by Danica | Mar 25, 2020 | Featured, GloKitchen
Crispy Egg & Parmesan Breakfast Buns
Easter is fast approaching – the festive period where eggs are being served up in abundance. In case your Easter weekend is still in need of the perfect breakfast food to kick off the celebrations with, try these quick and easy Egg & Parmesan Breakfast Buns. Crunchy on the outside, warm and gooey within, these special bakes are not only quick and effortless to prepare but also incredibly tasty thanks to the sharp and nutty flavour from the Parmesan and the saltiness from the cured ham. Let the celebrations begin!
Ingredients:For 4 Buns
4 bread rolls
4 tsp. crème fraiche
4 slices Parma ham or similar
4 small eggs
70 – 100g Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
Bunch fresh chives (alternatively parsley)
Black pepper to season
What you’ll need:
Baking tray with non-stick baking foil
Grater
Chopping board
Large bread knife
Sharp small knife
Teaspoon
Scissors
Method:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (fan, middle-rack)
- Use a bread knife to cut the tops off the bread rolls, but make sure not to cut too low as there needs to be enough space for the egg without risking spillage.
- Scoop out the centre. Use a small sharp knife to cut around the edges before scooping out the centre.
- Fill each bread roll with a slice of cured ham, a teaspoon of crème fraiche and a raw egg. Then sprinkle some cracked black pepper on top, fresh chives (I use scissors to cut them) and a handful of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Put the top back on each roll and sprinkle some more Parmesan on top.
- Place the filled Breakfast Buns on a baking tray that has been lined with non-stick baking paper. Take some extra baking paper or aluminium foil to cover the buns as they would burn too easily if left uncovered.
- Bake in the oven for 10-20 minutes (depending on how runny the egg yolk should be). Check frequently to avoid burning of the buns but also whether the egg is set.
- As soon as the egg is cooked, remove from oven and serve immediately.
(Credit to: Castelli/Parmigiano for these beautiful recipes)
http://www.castelli-uk.com
by Adam | Jan 6, 2020 | Featured, GloKitchen
A quick tasty snack or a starter for a main meal, this simple recipe not only looks good but tastes good too. Slices of chunky avocado and cucumber make a great mix of textures and flavours.
Serves 2
Ingredients
300g cooked, peeled king prawns, patted dry
100g baby spinach, washed and patted dry
2 avocados, cut into chunks
1 large cucumber, ends trimmed, halved widthways and cut into chunks
50g cashew nuts, toasted and roughly chopped
Black Pepper to taste
For the dressing
1 red chilli, finely chopped
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 ½ tbsp sesame oil
1 ½ tbsp soy sauce
Method
Mix all the dressing ingredients together in a large bowl with some black pepper.
Add in the prawns and leave to marinate for 10 mins.
Remove the prawns from the bowl and transfer to a plate.
Toss the spinach in the remaining dressing.
Add the avocado & cucumber, and carefully toss to combine.
Divide the salad between plates
Top with the prawns and cashews.
Serve.
Tip: for a little bit of sweetness add some diced Mango or Pineapple chunks.
or add some finely chopped chilli for a heat kick.
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