Haters may hate; but here at Jamie Oliver HQ, we LOVE a Brussels sprout. Simply boiled until just tender (not mushy) and served with a little butter and some black pepper, they’re so, so tasty; but there are many other delicious ways to cook them, too, that may even sway a few sprout doubters… Dismissed […]
If you enjoyed a traditional Easter roast over the weekend then you might have some leftover lamb to use up. Lucky you! Roast lamb is a brilliantly versatile dish that can be used in all sorts of recipes. Check out four of our faves below.
ome people mistakenly believe that the the meat is the most important part of a roast dinner. Sure, a roast chicken or a slow-roasted pork shoulder is a beautiful thing… but it would be nothing without the real star of the show – the roast potato.
But it’s so much more than a jack-o’-lantern and, while it’s in all the supermarkets and in season, there’s no better time to enjoy its deliciousness. Pumpkin is an incredibly versatile vegetable to cook with – it can be boiled, steamed or roasted until wonderfully soft and caramelised. It’s also a great source of vitamin […]
You can whip up our easy camping recipes over a small gas stove, a barbecue or even an open fire. You won’t need much when it comes to kitchen equipment – a medium-sized frying pan, saucepan and wooden spoon will go a long way (just don’t forget the plates and cutlery!). Do as much prep […]
But what is gut health? It refers to the functioning of our entire gastrointestinal tract. Microbiota, or gut flora, is the name given to the trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and viruses (all totally normal), that naturally live in our gut – and everyone’s gut microbiota is unique to them, similar to DNA. Lots […]
Mushrooms are a fantastic and varied ingredient. Earthy, soft & nutty, they can add real oomph to a dish, here are some of our favourite mushroom recipes.
Rhubarb is technically classed as a vegetable, but is commonly treated like a fruit, cooked in sugar to balance out its acidity and used in desserts. Having said that, it can be a game-changer in savoury dishes and goes beautifully with roast pork, lamb and duck, as well as oily fish such as salmon. There […]
Aubergines are in season from May to October and are at their best in the later summer months. Look out for firm, glossy, and smooth aubergines. To check if an aubergine is ripe, lightly squeeze it with the tips of your fingers – it should spring back if ripe. Their texture means they are brilliant […]
The joy of eating seasonal vegetables is enjoying the natural variety available throughout the year. Look for British courgettes in the shops in mid-to-late summer, and if you can grow them at home, even better.
