Veggie pie with parsnip mash

Veggie pie with parsnip mash Time: 45 mins Serves 4 This veggie pie with parsnip mash instead of potatoes is delicious and really rich and tangy (if you don’t like potatoes you can replace with sweet potato or normal potatoes). It’s simple to make and you can throw in whatever veg you want to the…

National Taco Day

National Taco Day The word taco is the Mexican equivalent of the English word sandwich. The tortilla, which is made of corn or wheat, is wrapped or folded around a filling that is generally made of spiced proteins – beef, pork, fish or beans. For a dish so widely available, the history of the taco…

Parsnips

Perfect Parsnips

Perfect Parsnips Parsnips are a root vegetable that are a member of the parsley family. They can be eaten raw but are often roasted, boiled, fried, or steamed. Parsnips have a thin, tan peel that is typically removed before use, revealing white flesh underneath. Along with vitamin C, parsnips are rich in potassium, one serving…

National Cholesterol Month

National Cholesterol Month October is National Cholesterol Month. Too much cholesterol in your blood can lead to a build-up in your arteries, which increases your risk of having a heart attack. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet that is low in saturated fat and high in fibre is a good way to keep your cholesterol healthy.…