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 […]
Beans, spinach, carrots and sweetcorn are firm freezer favourites, but did you know you can also get hold of frozen leeks, butternut squash, broccoli and avocado? It’s worth familiarising yourself with what’s in your supermarket, because it really does taste just as good as the fresh stuff and it has a much longer shelf life, […]
Sometimes nothing will hit the spot quite like a beautiful jacket potato. Check out our guide on the best way to cook a jacket potato, plus four fabulous fillings
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.
Eating seasonal vegetables is a great way to discover new flavours, keep your diet varied and save a bit of money, as veg in season is often more affordable.
The wonderful thing about fennel and these fennel recipes is that you can use the whole thing – from juicy bulb to delicate frond tips. You can enjoy it raw, shaved finely into salads, or it’s beautiful steamed, baked, braised or roasted until wonderfully soft. Keep the aromatic leafy tops for herbal teas, next-level garnishes or salad […]
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.