Crop Update The colder weather is not only impacting crop volumes, as some products are more affected than others, but also influencing quality, which varies depending on the specific produce. In the UK and much of mainland Europe it will continue to experience cold weather. Daytime temperatures are expected to hover between 5–8°C, with overnight…
Honey roasted beetroot, carrots and parsnips Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 45 mins Serves 4 This colourful side dish of honey roasted beetroot, carrots and parsnips will brighten up any dinner table. It’s a perfect seasonal side dish which will wow your tastebuds. Buy Ingredients View video on our instagram here Ingredients 1 garlic…
What to make with your box contents w/c 13 January Be creative and adapt recipes to suit what you have in your fridge and store cupboard. Don’t forget to check out our last few blogs here on box contents use. Vegan chickpea curry sweet potato jackets Prep time: 15 mins Serves 2 Get some protein…
Hearty tomato soup with white beans – Eat Healthy For Less Time: 40 mins Serves 4 This hearty White Bean and Tomato Soup is big on flavor and fantastically healthy thanks to its combination of veggies and legumes in a light, savoury broth. This soup is great the first day and fantastic the next! Feel…
Sensational Smoothies Perfect for a blast of vitamins and some of your 5aday, smoothies are not only a great way to boost your immune system but also a great breakfast filler. Smoothies are high in protein and fibre and may even aid weight loss by keeping you full. They can also be fantastic if you have digestive problems or IBS, the good…
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…
What to make with your box contents w/c 6 January Be creative and adapt recipes to suit what you have in your fridge and store cupboard. Don’t forget to check out our last few blogs here on box contents use. Broccoli and cheese filo pie Prep: 15 mins Cook time: 25-30 mins Serves 12 This…
What’s in season in the UK At this time of year you may think that there are lots of available crops to harvest – however, this is sadly not the case. Did you know that between January and May (with April being the leanest month) there is only a small variety of fresh produce available…
Veganuary It is now widely accepted that a plant-based diet offers numerous benefits compared with a diet centred on animal products. Vegan and vegetarian diets have the potential to prevent most modern lifestyle diseases, which is why an increasing number of doctors and health institutions promote plant-based nutrition. You can get all the nutrients you need from…
Mushroom jacket potatoes – Eat Healthy For Less Time: 1 hour 25 mins Serves 2 Take just a few ingredients and rustle up these tasty mushroom jacket potatoes. They’re healthy, low-calorie, gluten-free and ideal for a filling lunch or supper 383 calories per serving Source: BBC Good Food Ingredients 2 large potatoes 2 tsp sunflower…