september
Carrot and nut cake: Recipe for littlies
The oil and walnuts provide important unsaturated fat and omega-3 fats. Even toddlers will eat this cake, including the ginger - give it a try!
How to cook: Burgundy-style beef stew
This simple dish requires long, slow cooking. And marinating the beef several days ahead is key to its success. It is well worth the effort; the end result is delicious.
Cannelloni for a crowd
This recipe is a lot less fiddly than it looks and is ideal for a hungry crowd. Halve the mixture if you prefer or make up in two smaller pans and freeze one.
Sausage jalousie
This dish's similarity to sausage rolls makes it a winner every time. Use good quality sausage meat and serve it hot or cold with tomato sauce.
Chilli con carne
This is a good 'make-ahead meal'. More or less chilli seasoning can be added to suit individual tastes.
The full monty
With a few adaptations, this version lacks nothing in rib-sticking satisfaction but has a fraction of the fat of its calorie-laden counterpart.
Fat-free roast spuds
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these fat-free roast spuds are a good alternative for the health conscious.
