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choc oats

Warming Chocolate & Banana Porridge | The Cook Book

Put the oats, cocoa and vanilla in a large bowl and pour over 1 litre cold water. Cover the bowl and leave to soak overnight.

The next morning, tip the contents into a saucepan with the chopped banana. Cook over a medium heat for 5 mins, stirring frequently, until the oats are cooked.

Put half of the mixture in the fridge for the next day. Spoon the rest into two bowls, swirl in 1 pot yogurt and slice over a banana (save the other pot and banana for the next morning). Warm through with a splash of milk to reheat.

peppery kohlrabi slaw

Peppery Kohlrabi Slaw | The Cook Book

Using a sharp knife, or preferably a mandolin, very thinly slice the kohlrabi, then cut into strips. Tip into a bowl and toss through the spring greens, spring onions and 1-2 tsp sea salt. Set aside for 30 mins and let the salt draw out any excess liquid from the vegetables. Meanwhile, mix together the mayonnaise, horseradish and black pepper. Give the vegetables a little rinse and squeeze out any excess water with a clean cloth, then tip into a bowl. Add the radishes, dressing and lemon juice, and toss everything together.

tofu scramble

Tofu Scramble | The Cook Book

Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and gently fry the onion for 8 -10 mins or until golden brown and sticky. Stir in the garlic, turmeric, cumin and paprika and cook for 1 min.  Roughly mash the tofu in a bowl using a fork, keeping some pieces chunky. Add to the pan and fry for 3 mins. Raise the heat, then tip in the tomatoes, cooking for 5 mins more or until they begin to soften. Fold the parsley through the mixture. Serve on its own or with toasted rye bread (not gluten-free), if you like.

pancakes

Leftover Porridge Pancakes | The Cook Book

Mix the porridge, flour, baking powder, banana, eggs and milk in a bowl. Heat the oil in a frying pan. Drop 2-3 tbsp of the porridge mixture into the pan and cook over a medium heat until the underside is golden and bubbles are popping on the surface. Flip over and cook for another few mins until cooked through, then keep warm in a low oven and repeat until you’ve used up all the batter. Serve with the fruit and yogurt and top with a drizzle of the syrup or honey.

Main Course Recipes

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Beef Haleem

Recipe Description Beef Haleem is a classic South Asian dish

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DAL MAKHNI Recipe

Heat the oil in a saucepan over a high heat. Add the onion and stir fry for 2-3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and one inch of the ginger and continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, until just turning golden.

Bengali Daal

Bengali Daal Recipe

Wash the lentils in a strainer. Combine the lentils and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add half of the sliced onions and garlic, reserving the rest for later.

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Bhelpuri

Serving Details Serves: 4 servings Preparation Time: 15 minutes Total

Desserts Recipes

Mahalabia Recipe

Over medium heat, boil milk and sugar. Mix cold water with cornstarch, combine with the boiled milk.

Peanut Butter Pie

Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

Combine powdered sugar, peanut butter, and cream cheese in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until smooth.

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sweetpotato

Sweet Potato Minestrone

Heat oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, celery, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper until tender for about 5 minutes.

Lime Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Spicy Lime Grilled Shrimp

Mix together the Cajun seasoning, lime juice, and vegetable oil in a resealable plastic bag. Add the shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and shake off excess.

White Bean

White Beans and Peppers

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and sweet pepper and cook until tender. Mix in beans. Season with oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally until beans are heated through.

PUDDING

Chocolate Pudding

In small bowl, combine cornstarch and water to form a paste. In large saucepan over medium heat, stir together soy milk, vanilla, sugar, cocoa and cornstarch mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils

pms juice

P.A.M. Juice

Blend pineapple, apples, mint leaves, and lime juice together in a blender until smooth. Add water, if desired, or strain to reach desired consistency.

Creamy yogurt porridge with apple & raisin compote

Mexican Apple

Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in chili powder, salt, and lemon juice until smooth and hot.

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