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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HMil7SgVscM\/XPpkx67q9rI\/AAAAAAACg74\/Y-u_1dDKV6QROn0UuYYAbDbJLimnWX5EQCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4005-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1264\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HMil7SgVscM\/XPpkx67q9rI\/AAAAAAACg74\/Y-u_1dDKV6QROn0UuYYAbDbJLimnWX5EQCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4005-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nSome days are just busy.\u0026nbsp; The last few days this week I have been busier then a \"Hen hauling wood\" as my old friend Leona would say!\u0026nbsp; Writing articles, doing laundry, appointments, etc. They say there is no rest for the wicked!\u0026nbsp; I must have been rather naughty lately I guess!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qD0ZPaTWHL8\/XPpkzRX1neI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/gtmJazlqjdQ6uPB39Q_WxH206GJOIq9zwCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4006-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1568\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"391\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qD0ZPaTWHL8\/XPpkzRX1neI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/gtmJazlqjdQ6uPB39Q_WxH206GJOIq9zwCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4006-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nJust because you are busy and don't have a lot of time that doesn't mean you can't get something tasty on the supper table!\u0026nbsp; These Maple Baked Beans on Toast are the perfect light supper entree for when you have a bit more on your plate to handle than normal.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YmhSZcKotFM\/XPpky4x18oI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/o5BjOOFLshkfNUrpqUil84dZl18dL__SgCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4007-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1519\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YmhSZcKotFM\/XPpky4x18oI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/o5BjOOFLshkfNUrpqUil84dZl18dL__SgCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4007-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nWith a little bit of pre-prep, they basically cook themselves!\u0026nbsp; Its amazing what you can do with a few store cupboard ingredients!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DMbnfU9nrYo\/XPplpL219DI\/AAAAAAACg78\/RqFBGrpb8rctqONiFfwktSfdL-8P5_tygCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_4009-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1024\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"255\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DMbnfU9nrYo\/XPplpL219DI\/AAAAAAACg78\/RqFBGrpb8rctqONiFfwktSfdL-8P5_tygCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_4009-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis tasty recipe uses things I generally have in my larder at all times . . .\u0026nbsp; tinned cannellini beans, a good bottled tomato passata . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QHGkHzUOUAU\/XPpk07-ej_I\/AAAAAAACg7w\/KXtftv-jJvMuXp3Kpx7Xz5fZcKWqaGrhQCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4008-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1242\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QHGkHzUOUAU\/XPpk07-ej_I\/AAAAAAACg7w\/KXtftv-jJvMuXp3Kpx7Xz5fZcKWqaGrhQCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4008-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nMaple syrup, a good balsamic vinegar.\u0026nbsp; Today I used a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ilgusto.com\/collections\/balsamic-vinegars?page=1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMaple Balsamic from ilGusto\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, but you could us any good Balsamic vinegar.\u0026nbsp; Since I also use pure Maple syrup I felt the Maple Balsamic would add a nice touch and more maple flavour.\u0026nbsp; It did.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rB2F35JOGhY\/XPplu1_Ty_I\/AAAAAAACg8A\/BY4TKtiuR9spUIgTPeSCeZhbbM5DAeeJQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_4011-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1293\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rB2F35JOGhY\/XPplu1_Ty_I\/AAAAAAACg8A\/BY4TKtiuR9spUIgTPeSCeZhbbM5DAeeJQCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_4011-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI used a bottle of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/10\/rustica-sieved-tomatoes\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECiro Passata Rustica \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Etoday . . . it is lovely and thick and has a nice tomato flavour. If you can't get that you could use ordinary passata or even tomato sauce.\u0026nbsp; I don't think that it will taste as rich and luxurious however as this does\u0026nbsp; . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cp6X8_1Kqc4\/XPpk19-4w5I\/AAAAAAACg7s\/YGgnS2kPTAA8aTTcxo7NODXRmqsse4qSgCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4010-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1263\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cp6X8_1Kqc4\/XPpk19-4w5I\/AAAAAAACg7s\/YGgnS2kPTAA8aTTcxo7NODXRmqsse4qSgCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4010-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI started by softening some thinly sliced shallots in a bit of light olive oil along with some crushed garlic.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zsv-QPOmGKw\/XPpk6dQi99I\/AAAAAAACg7w\/rjpaFDAwZBEipVDqRKRyuGD0D-zUlxiHgCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4013-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1108\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"276\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zsv-QPOmGKw\/XPpk6dQi99I\/AAAAAAACg7w\/rjpaFDAwZBEipVDqRKRyuGD0D-zUlxiHgCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4013-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nTry not to let them brown\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; you just want them softened\u0026nbsp; . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-f9tkOUbND7A\/XPpk8iVHTKI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/DvZPkkr4yw0uw2-KDV5yq3W5ynmKjBScQCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4014-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1397\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"348\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-f9tkOUbND7A\/XPpk8iVHTKI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/DvZPkkr4yw0uw2-KDV5yq3W5ynmKjBScQCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4014-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAfter that you just stir in the passata, the vinegar and maple syrup.\u0026nbsp; Let that cook for a few minutes and then stir in the beans.\u0026nbsp; If you think its too thick, you can add a bit of boiling water, but you shouldn't need much.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-r4ZU6mIDME8\/XPpk-nTFk2I\/AAAAAAACg7s\/98jNQeQdWtorzOw5G9-j8Wy0Qi3_unGjQCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4016-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1580\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-r4ZU6mIDME8\/XPpk-nTFk2I\/AAAAAAACg7s\/98jNQeQdWtorzOw5G9-j8Wy0Qi3_unGjQCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4016-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"395\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nBring to the boil, cover and then pop into a warm oven where they can braise away for a time until you are ready to serve . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zq_RsrV76os\/XPplAQG0jCI\/AAAAAAACg7w\/-STEvmUVrxseH-SEZ50vmKpKoC8fPS5zwCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/IMG_4017-001.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"920\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zq_RsrV76os\/XPplAQG0jCI\/AAAAAAACg7w\/-STEvmUVrxseH-SEZ50vmKpKoC8fPS5zwCEwYBhgL\/s400\/IMG_4017-001.JPG\" title=\"Maple Baked Beans on Toast\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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If you think they are getting dry, you can add a bit of water. \",\"At this point you can either transfer to a container, cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight, reheating gently over low heat when you wish to serve.\",\"Make some toast, butter it and ladle the hot beans on top.\"],\"@context\":\"http:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Recipe\"}\u003C\/script\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-card\" data-ccmcardnum=\"3\"\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-wrapper\" id=\"recipe\"\u003E\n\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-name\"\u003E\nMaple Baked Beans on Toast\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-btns-wrapper ccm-hide-on-print\"\u003E\n\u003Cbutton id=\"ccm-printbutton\" onclick=\"ccmpr();\" type=\"button\"\u003EPrint\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-print-options\"\u003E\n\u003Cbutton id=\"ccm-printWithImage\"\u003EWith Image\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cbutton id=\"ccm-printWithoutImage\"\u003EWithout Image\u003C\/button\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-image\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg draggable=\"false\" height=\"313\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qD0ZPaTWHL8\/XPpkzRX1neI\/AAAAAAACg7o\/gtmJazlqjdQ6uPB39Q_WxH206GJOIq9zwCEwYBhgL\/s320\/IMG_4006-001.JPG\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-info\"\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-yield ccm-info-child\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EYield: \u003C\/b\u003E3 - 4\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-author ccm-info-child\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EAuthor: \u003C\/b\u003EMarie Rayner\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-summary\"\u003E\nThese are delicious. If you can think of it, do try to make them the day before. The flavours get even better overnight, but they are still really delicious on the day!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section-ingredients ingredients\"\u003E\n\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-head\"\u003E\ningredients:\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\"\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E3 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E1 fat clove garlic, peeled and crushed\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Ea splash of olive oil to fry\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E200g tomato passata (3\/4 cup, sieved tomatoes)\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E200g tin of Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (14 ounce tin)\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E1 TBS Maple Syrup\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E2 TBS Maple Balsamic vinegar\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Efine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Ehot buttered toast to serve\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section-instructions instructions\"\u003E\n\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-head\"\u003E\ninstructions:\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch2 class=\"ccm-howto ccm-hide-on-print\"\u003E\nHow to cook Maple Baked Beans on Toast\u003C\/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\"\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHeat the oil in a medium oven-proof casserole dish over low heat.\u0026nbsp; Add the shallots and garlic.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring frequently, without browning, until softened.\u0026nbsp; Add the tomato passata, vinegar, and maple syrup.\u0026nbsp; If you think it is too thick, you can add a couple TBS of water.\u0026nbsp; Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Season with salt and pepper and stir in the drained beans.\u0026nbsp; Cover and place into the preheated oven.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBake for 70 to 80 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you think they are getting dry, you can add a bit of water.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAt this point you can either transfer to a container, cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight, reheating gently over low heat when you wish to serve.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake some toast, butter it and ladle the hot beans on top.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-head\"\u003E\nNOTES:\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-notes\" style=\"white-space: pre-line;\"\u003E\nIf you can't get Maple Balsamic, you can use ordinary balsamic vinegar.\u0026nbsp; Also if you are not fond of maple you can use honey or soft dark brown sugar in an equivalent amount.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-credit ccm-hide-on-print\"\u003E\nCreated using \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.recipesgenerator.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Recipes 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breads"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-JAVyJ_DIuaM\/XIuazJGSsMI\/AAAAAAACamo\/nhXv1T-ic3sv5jM92VJbvTNGgp3CvuMtQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1722.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1550\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"387\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-JAVyJ_DIuaM\/XIuazJGSsMI\/AAAAAAACamo\/nhXv1T-ic3sv5jM92VJbvTNGgp3CvuMtQCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1722.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI adore Pizza, in any way shape or form.\u0026nbsp; Generally speaking, I like to make my own.\u0026nbsp; Of course when I was younger, that usually involved using a pizza kit\/mix from the shops, either Chef Boy Ar Dee or Kraft and we always enjoyed them.\u0026nbsp; In fact that was the first kind of pizza I ever had.\u0026nbsp; I had a boyfriend when I was 16 who introduced our family to it and we all really enjoyed it.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kFThNX3MrNc\/XIua8-BGKOI\/AAAAAAACams\/I6UXoX1pULwkfNF91whwsZSmsGjGNvTXwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1723.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1293\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kFThNX3MrNc\/XIua8-BGKOI\/AAAAAAACams\/I6UXoX1pULwkfNF91whwsZSmsGjGNvTXwCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1723.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThose mixes are not something you find readily available over here in the UK, so I now make everything from scratch.\u0026nbsp; I have a favourite \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/theenglishkitchen.blogspot.com\/2014\/02\/friday-night-pizza-margherita-style.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Epizza dough\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E that I like to use.\u0026nbsp; A few years ago I tried a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/theenglishkitchen.blogspot.com\/2015\/03\/deep-dish-pan-pizza.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDeep Dish Pizza recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E that I also enjoyed.\u0026nbsp; Todd also enjoyed it and he is not a pizza lover!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n41go4IChDg\/XIubJjtVb5I\/AAAAAAACam4\/1j9n-lHdpWc4Pjs9hJYrvf6EraxFc2_LQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1724.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1480\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n41go4IChDg\/XIubJjtVb5I\/AAAAAAACam4\/1j9n-lHdpWc4Pjs9hJYrvf6EraxFc2_LQCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1724.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI discovered a Cast Iron Deep Dish Pizza Dough on Pinterest the other day from \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/thecafesucrefarine.com\/easy-deep-dish-pizza-dough\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECafe Sucre\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, which I thought I would like to try and so I printed it out, and yesterday was the day I finally got around to trying it!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-DJ2bvKU5hTU\/XIua-OPxGVI\/AAAAAAACamw\/s1ctgGuA1PQwrhc2J4q9AucC_ohWkpZ5wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Deep%2Bdish%2Bdough.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-DJ2bvKU5hTU\/XIua-OPxGVI\/AAAAAAACamw\/s1ctgGuA1PQwrhc2J4q9AucC_ohWkpZ5wCLcBGAs\/s400\/Deep%2Bdish%2Bdough.jpg\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI have to say that this was one of the easiest pizza doughs and pizzas I have ever made.\u0026nbsp; The dough went together really quickly and rose beautifully.\u0026nbsp; I did use my Iron Skillet, but you can also use a heavy based round cake tin of a comparable size. (10 inch skillet, 9 inch cake tin)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-bUO1_-3GoJU\/XIubZFvgD5I\/AAAAAAACanI\/RjEDAPGe47IDpffI579f6pu0dy5GQhh5wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1727.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1111\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"222\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-bUO1_-3GoJU\/XIubZFvgD5I\/AAAAAAACanI\/RjEDAPGe47IDpffI579f6pu0dy5GQhh5wCLcBGAs\/s320\/IMG_1727.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt was lovely and thick and beautifully flavoured.\u0026nbsp; I kept the toppings simple.\u0026nbsp; Cirio Passata Rustica crushed tomatoes\u0026nbsp; . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-cnLRWskLe3M\/XIubYaBlp_I\/AAAAAAACanE\/OzXxiExTqsc1MQfyGgR6V8RSLtIZ566GACLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1728.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1528\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-cnLRWskLe3M\/XIubYaBlp_I\/AAAAAAACanE\/OzXxiExTqsc1MQfyGgR6V8RSLtIZ566GACLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1728.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nItalian garlic herbs spice\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; and some crushed fennel seed. I do love fennel seed on a pizza.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-mqonO5_XN64\/XIubuWDgZiI\/AAAAAAACanY\/ZEUS8eZRnmwty0NdNlSpou-FRTeNFOqMACLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1729.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1463\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-mqonO5_XN64\/XIubuWDgZiI\/AAAAAAACanY\/ZEUS8eZRnmwty0NdNlSpou-FRTeNFOqMACLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1729.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI sprinkled the top of the sauce with some grated Parmesan cheese and then torn Mozzarella\u0026nbsp; . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yA3xBuaTV4U\/XIub5Aix6JI\/AAAAAAACanc\/3G5Yj6mMuhQqqV__-MRVFroQNGGjzL_rgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1730.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1350\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"336\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yA3xBuaTV4U\/XIub5Aix6JI\/AAAAAAACanc\/3G5Yj6mMuhQqqV__-MRVFroQNGGjzL_rgCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1730.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nFinally I tore up some fresh basil leaves and scattered them on top . . .\u0026nbsp; I kept it all very simple.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-n_lL8psp0oA\/XIucu8SDRqI\/AAAAAAACano\/ACY1ZaxvF4wpOyOVwo65fRbQyfKVl4rgACLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1733.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1129\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-n_lL8psp0oA\/XIucu8SDRqI\/AAAAAAACano\/ACY1ZaxvF4wpOyOVwo65fRbQyfKVl4rgACLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1733.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt was beautiful.\u0026nbsp; I could easily have eaten two pieces . . .\u0026nbsp; but I promise you I didn't!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; (I wanted to though!)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-c0dJjo_F4oI\/XIuc-7BH9iI\/AAAAAAACanw\/1NQ5Omj7JLMv-QEknYaIUXej2Yo-h3LCgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1734.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1437\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-c0dJjo_F4oI\/XIuc-7BH9iI\/AAAAAAACanw\/1NQ5Omj7JLMv-QEknYaIUXej2Yo-h3LCgCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1734.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis is now going to be my \"Go-To\" deep dish pizza dough!\u0026nbsp; Its amazing! (And I don't say that lightly!)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003C!-- START The Recipe Box --\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"recipe-inner\" id=\"recipe\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Recipe\"\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"info\"\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"yield\" itemprop=\"recipeYield\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EYield: \u003C\/b\u003E6 servings\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"author\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAuthor: \u003C\/b\u003EMarie Rayner\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbutton class=\"printbutton\" id=\"printbutton\" onclick=\"this.parentElement.querySelector(\u0026quot;.print-options\u0026quot;).className=\u0026quot;print-options show-print-options\u0026quot;\" type=\"button\"\u003EPrint Recipe\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"print-options\"\u003E\n\u003Cbutton id=\"printWithImage\" onclick=\"printDiv.call(this,\u0026quot;recipe\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;printWithImage\u0026quot;); return false;\"\u003EWith Image\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cbutton id=\"printWithoutImage\" onclick=\"printDiv.call(this,\u0026quot;recipe\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;printWithOptions\u0026quot;); return false;\"\u003EWithout Image\u003C\/button\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"image\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"310\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-JAVyJ_DIuaM\/XIuazJGSsMI\/AAAAAAACamo\/nhXv1T-ic3sv5jM92VJbvTNGgp3CvuMtQCLcBGAs\/s320\/IMG_1722.JPG\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Ch3 class=\"recipe-name\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003E\nEasy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"summary\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003E\nThis is not only quick to make but delicious.\u0026nbsp; If you are a fan of deep dish pizza, this is sure to become your go-to dough!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ingredients\"\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003E\ningredients:\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ing-section\"\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003E3 TBS light olive oil\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003E2 1\/2 tsp bread machine yeast\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003E180ml hot tap water (3\/4 cup)\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003E2 TBS caster sugar\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003E280g strong flour (2 cups, bread flour)\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003E1 tsp fine sea salt\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeIngredient\"\u003EToppings as desired\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"instructions\"\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003E\ninstructions:\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ing-section\"\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeInstructions\"\u003EHave ready a heavy duty 9 inch round cake tin, or a 10 inch iron skillet.\u0026nbsp; Pour 2 TBS of the olive oil into the skillet or pan and set aside.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeInstructions\"\u003EWarm a clean bowl with some hot tap water. Let it sit for a bit and then pour it away.\u0026nbsp; Add the 180ml hot tap water, sugar and yeast.\u0026nbsp; Give it a stir and then let it sit for five minutes.\u0026nbsp; At that point it should be bubbling and active.\u0026nbsp; Add the remaining TBS of olive oil, stirring to combine.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the flour an salt with a wooden spoon, stirring until all of the flour has been incorporated and you have a shaggy dough.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeInstructions\"\u003ETip out onto a lightly floured surface and knead\u0026nbsp; for a minute or so until you have a smooth dough.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Shape into a ball.\u0026nbsp; Drop it into the pan\/skillet and turn to coat with oil.\u0026nbsp; Cover the pan tightly with cling film and set aside in a warm place for 15 to 20 minutes.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli itemprop=\"recipeInstructions\"\u003EAt the end of that time, uncover and press the dough out to cover the base of the pan, making little dimples with your finger-tips.\u0026nbsp; Spoon on the sauce and whatever toppings you are using. 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nOf course any pizza is only as good as the crust you use and the toppings you choose. The Ciro Passata Rustico was perfect to use as a sauce for this purpose!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u88auBKjhA0\/XIz1ax6zvCI\/AAAAAAACapA\/mEmGmPeGP3wWd1l35MWjcxZRzsQh3ICdgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/CIRIO-passata-rustica-twinpack350ml.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1000\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u88auBKjhA0\/XIz1ax6zvCI\/AAAAAAACapA\/mEmGmPeGP3wWd1l35MWjcxZRzsQh3ICdgCLcBGAs\/s400\/CIRIO-passata-rustica-twinpack350ml.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/5\/sieved-tomatoes\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio’s\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E unique experience and expertise has resulted in the finest Italian Passata. Perfectly smooth and velvety with a sweet, delicate flavour,\u0026nbsp; round Italian tomatoes are peeled and passed through a fine sieve to produce a creamy Passata that will enhance the taste of any dish.\u0026nbsp; I know my tomatoes, and I am a huge fan of the Cirio products as you know. Their Passata Rustica comes in several sizes and packaging, including tetrabriks and handy glass bottles.\u0026nbsp; It has a beautiful flavour and texture that I really enjoy and worked very well as a pizza topping.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-aT0JMr4g_fU\/XIudZBi2rrI\/AAAAAAACan8\/iASlJ_b5PK827QIJLKNb8XDW7pSp4DakgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/IMG_1736.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1297\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"323\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-aT0JMr4g_fU\/XIudZBi2rrI\/AAAAAAACan8\/iASlJ_b5PK827QIJLKNb8XDW7pSp4DakgCLcBGAs\/s400\/IMG_1736.JPG\" title=\"Easy Deep Dish Pizza Dough\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI loved this deep dish pizza so much, I am already thinking of making it again.\u0026nbsp; This crust was so easy and quick to make and really no trouble at all.\u0026nbsp; I give it the English Kitchen two thumbs up sigh of approval!\u0026nbsp; 👍👍\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-35XymJa4vME\/XI0B2sq2_GI\/AAAAAAACapI\/FZD6I_X9anIN2_wYF4IEsvCcID7aQNpUACLcBGAs\/s1600\/Marie-Signature-Transparent.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"500\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-35XymJa4vME\/XI0B2sq2_GI\/AAAAAAACapI\/FZD6I_X9anIN2_wYF4IEsvCcID7aQNpUACLcBGAs\/s200\/Marie-Signature-Transparent.png\" width=\"200\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-lEsCG4dlLVk\/Wp0zrGjBCeI\/AAAAAAABuM8\/g60SkWvS-V45hPVh4Ks-Ha5Je2oiGTepACEwYBhgL\/s1600\/unnamed-39.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"637\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-lEsCG4dlLVk\/Wp0zrGjBCeI\/AAAAAAABuM8\/g60SkWvS-V45hPVh4Ks-Ha5Je2oiGTepACEwYBhgL\/s400\/unnamed-39.jpg\" width=\"397\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAs anyone who has been reading this blog for a while knows, the Toddster\n is really not very fond of pasta at all.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I do make it from time to \ntime, but more often than not I make something completely different for \nhim, or he has the sauce, but on a potato instead.\u0026nbsp; I adore pasta myself and cannot imagine anyone not loving it, but then again, I would never eat snails or frogs legs, but there are a lot of people who adore them.\u0026nbsp; I guess we all have our own likes and dislikes, and its okay!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tL9UwSy-3s8\/Wp0zqNZAEJI\/AAAAAAABuMQ\/5vrOHLmoiLA-mTD_UHCrXZ-qqMFSrtaOwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/unnamed-35.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"574\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tL9UwSy-3s8\/Wp0zqNZAEJI\/AAAAAAABuMQ\/5vrOHLmoiLA-mTD_UHCrXZ-qqMFSrtaOwCLcBGAs\/s400\/unnamed-35.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nToday I cooked a simple spicy tomato cream sauce to have with some cappellini.\u0026nbsp; I chose this for a number of reasons . . .\u0026nbsp; one . . . I quite\n simply adore simple tomato sauces, using tinned tomatoes.\u0026nbsp; (I always \nuse a really good Italian brand myself, Ciro brand . . .\u0026nbsp; especially when it's a sauce \nthat isn't going to be cooked for a long time period.) You want to use a tinned tomatoe that has a really nice flavour, and Cirio are the best tasting in my opinion. (You probably get tired of hearing me say that I know!)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vQHkOq2jGQM\/Wp0zp_YmgtI\/AAAAAAABuMM\/olBzehH3qvEDrrpQ375rWrDnKc9g7ot_ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/unnamed-36.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"612\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vQHkOq2jGQM\/Wp0zp_YmgtI\/AAAAAAABuMM\/olBzehH3qvEDrrpQ375rWrDnKc9g7ot_ACLcBGAs\/s400\/unnamed-36.jpg\" width=\"382\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nTwo, this is a really quick, \u003Ci\u003EQUICK\u003C\/i\u003E sauce to make.\u0026nbsp; It's done in \napproximately the same time as it takes to cook your pasta, 10 minutes \ntops.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-az1PAtcRWBQ\/Wp0zqIYRz_I\/AAAAAAABuMU\/gdX2Y4hU5X4C0J6w3-7YDgLZaq8TSEezACLcBGAs\/s1600\/unnamed-37.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"625\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-az1PAtcRWBQ\/Wp0zqIYRz_I\/AAAAAAABuMU\/gdX2Y4hU5X4C0J6w3-7YDgLZaq8TSEezACLcBGAs\/s400\/unnamed-37.jpg\" width=\"390\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;Oh, and for a simple10 minute sauce, it packs a lot of flavour . . . \nwith the addition of garlic and chilli flakes . . . and cream.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \nDelicious.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Quick.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Easy.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; You can't ask for much more than that!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_S3z3oIn6P0\/Wp0zqqe42dI\/AAAAAAABuMY\/4xPzL0JE5rYVWMuEuAc3eKw2LKfIIqQLgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/unnamed-38.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"626\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_S3z3oIn6P0\/Wp0zqqe42dI\/AAAAAAABuMY\/4xPzL0JE5rYVWMuEuAc3eKw2LKfIIqQLgCLcBGAs\/s320\/unnamed-38.jpg\" width=\"313\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Cappellini with a Spicy Tomato-Cream Sauce*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/cappellini-with-a-spicy-tomato-cream-sauce\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nWith\n a spicy basic 10 minutes sauce, angel hair pasta and freshly grated \ncheese, you can have a filling and delicious supper on the table in less\n than 20 minutes!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 fat cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\na large pinch of crushed chillies\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 400g tins of chopped tomatoes in tomato juice, undrained (two 14 ounce tins)\u003C\/div\u003E\n125ml of heavy cream (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\nfine sea salt\u003C\/div\u003E\na pound of Cappellini pasta\u003C\/div\u003E\na large handful of flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\nfreshly grated Parmesan Cheese\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003EBring a large pot of lightly salted water to the \nboil over high heat.\u0026nbsp; While you are waiting for it to boil, heat the oil\n in a large deep saute pan.\u0026nbsp; Add the garlic, pepper flakes and some \nsalt.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring, just until the garlic becomes very fragrant.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \nTip in the tomatoes and their juices.\u0026nbsp; Bring to the boil, then reduce \nand simmer until fairly thickened, about 5 to 6 minutes.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Stir in the \ncream and heat through.\u0026nbsp; Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Keep \nwarm.\u0026nbsp; Add your cappellini to the boiling water, stirring to separae the\n strands,\u0026nbsp; Cook according to the package directions.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Drain well, \nreserving about a cup of the cooking water.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Toss the drained pasta in \nthe hot sauce, along with some of the cooking water and the parsley to \ncombine.\u0026nbsp; Top with some cheese and serve immediately, passing more \ncheese at the table.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENote \u003C\/b\u003E- if you are watching the \ncalories, you can use an equivalent amount of undiluted low fat \nevaporated milk in place of the cream. You can also cut the amount of \nolive oil in half with no problem.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI am one of those people who always has to have garlic bread with my pasta.\u0026nbsp; I am not sure why that is, only that it is.\u0026nbsp; I like to make my own. The ready made ones you buy in the shops just taste really foul to me.\u0026nbsp; Yes, I \u003Ci\u003EAM\u003C\/i\u003E a garlic bread snob.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CQDDWGprZUs\/Wp01j379tnI\/AAAAAAABuNg\/zJzAK5EwELIsUz0tlIQ9ngm7BWqgBi1CACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2841.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"574\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CQDDWGprZUs\/Wp01j379tnI\/AAAAAAABuNg\/zJzAK5EwELIsUz0tlIQ9ngm7BWqgBi1CACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2841.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIts such a simple thing really, making your own, and it tastes a bazillion times better!\u0026nbsp; Mix together the butter, herbs, \nseasoning and half the cheese and spread it on the cut edges of a loaf \nyou have cut in half horizontally.\u0026nbsp; Then sprinkle on the remaining \ncheese, cut almost all the way into 2 inch thick slices, wrap in foil \nand bake.\u0026nbsp; So yummy!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-915nKABWfS8\/Wp01jjePsGI\/AAAAAAABuNY\/2B0Umf0HbmEMlwkP-BQXtaBz-R_EhoQ2gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2842.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"585\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-915nKABWfS8\/Wp01jjePsGI\/AAAAAAABuNY\/2B0Umf0HbmEMlwkP-BQXtaBz-R_EhoQ2gCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2842.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIts perfect for anytime really\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; with your pasta dinners, \nor even as an appetiser while you and your family or guests wait for the\n main course to be done.\u0026nbsp; Oh, its even great with salads!\u0026nbsp; And, simple \nreally. Such a simple thing to do.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-pde3JjTGHaY\/Wp01j87oH3I\/AAAAAAABuNc\/INZykwVWb5cuSkzUaNeQ61f3LMpp6OcSgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2847.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"604\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-pde3JjTGHaY\/Wp01j87oH3I\/AAAAAAABuNc\/INZykwVWb5cuSkzUaNeQ61f3LMpp6OcSgCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2847.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Herbed Garlic Cheese Bread*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 8\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/herbed-garlic-cheese-bread\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n is the perfect bread to go with dinner.\u0026nbsp; It also makes a great \nappetizer while everyone is waiting for dinner.\u0026nbsp; This also makes great \nuse of all the fresh herbs in the garden when they are in season.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n125g of butter at room temperature (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n3 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n90g freshly grated Parmesan cheese (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 TBS finely chopped fresh basil\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/4 tsp fresh oregano leaves\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nfine sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large french loaf or sourdough loaf\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 6.\u0026nbsp; Have ready an oven tray and two very large sheets of aluminiun foil.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECream\n together the butter, garlic, 1\/2 of the cheese and all the herbs, salt \nand pepper.\u0026nbsp; Cut your loaf of bread with a serrated knife in half \nhorizontally through the middle.\u0026nbsp; Spread half of the butter mixture onto\n each half loaf.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.\u0026nbsp; Using the same \nknife make cuts two inches apart down through each half loaf about 3\/4of\n the way down, leaving it attached at the bottom.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECover \nwith the aluminium foil, leaving a gap at the top so that the cheese \nmixture doesn't touch the foil.\u0026nbsp; Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, open up the \nfoil and return to the oven for a further 5 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Serve immediately.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENote - You can use dry herbs if you wish, just use roughly half of the amounts listed for each.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--UgnRoCQ8lY\/Wp01kMbA4LI\/AAAAAAABuNk\/8NuUFNLicT4ai3ugFCdWm7U4NFsfKUqowCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2849.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"617\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--UgnRoCQ8lY\/Wp01kMbA4LI\/AAAAAAABuNk\/8NuUFNLicT4ai3ugFCdWm7U4NFsfKUqowCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2849.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nPasta with a great sauce and crisp hot bread . . .\u0026nbsp; this is heaven on earth to me.\u0026nbsp; I dare say I am not alone in that!\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gkpZuk_v5ro\/Wp04o1FDk7I\/AAAAAAABuOE\/LvpnikiAUhknqD4rdMiG0n67xRNlq63-wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Signaturegood.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kr0_mAxZZH0\/Wol_yLNh77I\/AAAAAAABrXY\/r2qHh7c2EiwRX_cb2t2fPE-NyXX8jl6DACLcBGAs\/s1600\/Best%2BCover%2BSoup.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1468\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kr0_mAxZZH0\/Wol_yLNh77I\/AAAAAAABrXY\/r2qHh7c2EiwRX_cb2t2fPE-NyXX8jl6DACLcBGAs\/w640-h586\/Best%2BCover%2BSoup.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI think if I were to have to pick a favourite kind of soup for myself out of all the soups, tomato soup would be right up there near the top.\u0026nbsp; I adore soup, and I especially like homemade soups.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAs I have told you in the past my mother made really good soups from scratch, but one kind she never did make from scratch was Tomato Soup.\u0026nbsp; We always had tinned tomato soup, and I was always very happy with that.\u0026nbsp; I still am, having a particular liking for the Heinz brand of tomato soup.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI don't think it ever disappoints.\u0026nbsp; I am trying harder though, these days, to cook everything that I can from scratch and that included Tomato Soup.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; This Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup is a particularly nice one!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-FQCFZDzBc6g\/Wol_wMCfXoI\/AAAAAAABrXQ\/ZY0ptm0OCq8d8zgfqM4gZwhNq0GSfCsoQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cover%2BTomato%2BRice%2BSoup.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1487\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-FQCFZDzBc6g\/Wol_wMCfXoI\/AAAAAAABrXQ\/ZY0ptm0OCq8d8zgfqM4gZwhNq0GSfCsoQCLcBGAs\/w640-h594\/Cover%2BTomato%2BRice%2BSoup.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt is simple, using nothing at all out of the ordinary, in fact I am guessing that you would have everything in the house right now to make it.\u0026nbsp; Good tinned plum tomatoes.\u0026nbsp; I like Cirio myself.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIn a soup where the tomato is the star, you want really good ones and I have never made any secret for my love of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/listall\/1\/tomatoes\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio Tinned tomatoes.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; They are . . .\u0026nbsp; simply put . . .\u0026nbsp; the BEST.\u0026nbsp; You can almost taste the Italian sunshine on them . . .\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-5kd0LvguU3U\/Wol_w2r1xHI\/AAAAAAABrXU\/Ka04FZkLpuU6DeK9YtfnyMdsRtqbRSDigCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN6656.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1483\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-5kd0LvguU3U\/Wol_w2r1xHI\/AAAAAAABrXU\/Ka04FZkLpuU6DeK9YtfnyMdsRtqbRSDigCLcBGAs\/w640-h592\/DSCN6656.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nSo . . .\u0026nbsp; good tinned plum tomatoes in tomato juice\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; along with some vegetables.\u0026nbsp; Carrots, onions, celery\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; nothing too fancy . . .\u0026nbsp; a clove of garlic . . .\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ciFEmzfP_nU\/Wol_z2M9n8I\/AAAAAAABrXc\/VqXEzt3yA3gytZhbhXMEZ7p7QAgTwICnACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN6657.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1560\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"621\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ciFEmzfP_nU\/Wol_z2M9n8I\/AAAAAAABrXc\/VqXEzt3yA3gytZhbhXMEZ7p7QAgTwICnACLcBGAs\/w640-h621\/DSCN6657.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese are sauteed in a bit of butter and olive oil until golden.\u0026nbsp; I then stir in a bit of whole wheat flour and leftover cooked brown rice\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp;\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI cook that until the rice just begins to brown and then I add the tomatoes, breaking them up with the back of a wooden spoon, into nice chunks.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nA bit of chicken stock and some dried herbs . . .\u0026nbsp; basil and oregano . . .\u0026nbsp; salt and black pepper, and my secret ingredient, a splash of hot sauce. Not a lot just a splash.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIt then gets simmered, covered\u0026nbsp; . . . for about half an hour.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-GbqVkSr7xvk\/Wol_1qMaAKI\/AAAAAAABrXk\/5PRL9kY6Pgg-UITro2xDr2e-K5lWEmwmQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN6660.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1390\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-GbqVkSr7xvk\/Wol_1qMaAKI\/AAAAAAABrXk\/5PRL9kY6Pgg-UITro2xDr2e-K5lWEmwmQCLcBGAs\/w640-h555\/DSCN6660.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nYou could add a handful or two of baby spinach leaves.\u0026nbsp; Its very good with those as well, but today I did not have any to add.\u0026nbsp; Frozen spinach would also work.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-wjuXlqtFVMQ\/Wol_3JJvMeI\/AAAAAAABrXo\/LrZmISp_E9M_HO3XM4OpVlF3EleBOp7-wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN6662.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"805\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-wjuXlqtFVMQ\/Wol_3JJvMeI\/AAAAAAABrXo\/LrZmISp_E9M_HO3XM4OpVlF3EleBOp7-wCLcBGAs\/w640-h322\/DSCN6662.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAt the end of that time you simply stir in a bit of light cream. I tend to use skimmed evaporated milk because it is lower in calories and fat and to be honest you can't really tell the difference.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAll in all this is a lovely soup. Toothsome, wholesome, and quite \u003Ci\u003Equite \u003C\/i\u003Edelicious!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KrrUVLx9CLA\/Wol_3nw1mkI\/AAAAAAABrXs\/9G9or0-vfcEGd5fc9nDwE0pEzKSZZ7dSwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN6664.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1591\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"635\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KrrUVLx9CLA\/Wol_3nw1mkI\/AAAAAAABrXs\/9G9or0-vfcEGd5fc9nDwE0pEzKSZZ7dSwCLcBGAs\/w640-h635\/DSCN6664.JPG\" title=\"Tomato \u0026amp; Rice Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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Rice Soup*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4 - 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n(depending on appetites)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/tomato-rice-soup\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nWholesome, delicious and very simple to make!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 stalks celery, plus leaves, chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 clove garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS butter\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS whole wheat flour\u003C\/div\u003E\n245g cooked brown rice (1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 (400g) tins whole plum tomatoes in tomato juice, undrained (28 ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS soft light brown sugar\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp each oregano and basil flakes\u003C\/div\u003E\n480ml chicken stock (2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n240ml light cream (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I use low fat evaporated milk)\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\na splash hot sauce if desired\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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Add the celery, onion, carrot and garlic.\u0026nbsp; \nSaute, stirring occasionally over medium low heat until the onion is \ngolden.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the flour and rice, breaking up the rice.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EContinue to \nsaute until the rice begins to brown a bit.\u0026nbsp; Add the tinned tomatoes, \nbreaking them up with the back of a spoon, the chicken stock, brown \nsugar, oregano and basil and a splash of hot sauce if using.\u0026nbsp; Bring to \nthe boil, then reduce to a very slow simmer.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003ECover and simmer over low \nheat for about 30 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Taste and adjust seasoning with some salt \nand black pepper.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the cream and heat through without boiling.\u0026nbsp; \nServe immediately.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI of course enjoy mine with crackers.\u0026nbsp; My husband favours a roll.\u0026nbsp; I tried to tempt him with some hot buttered toast instead today, but he wasn't having it.\u0026nbsp; It was a roll all the way.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI had some nice big whole wheat rolls and he thoroughly enjoyed. I think you will too!\u0026nbsp; This is very diabetic friendly with the use of the brown rice and whole wheat flour, and the extra protein they provide.\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ESome other soup recipes you might enjoy are:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2021\/02\/winter-vegetable-soup-with-cheese.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"background-image: linear-gradient(transparent 0px, rgb(241, 216, 216) 0px) !important; background-position: 0px center !important; background-repeat: no-repeat; border: 0px; color: black; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.5s ease 0s; vertical-align: baseline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWINTER VEGETABLE SOUP WITH CHEESE DUMPLINGS\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003ESoup with dumplings?\u0026nbsp; Count me in!\u0026nbsp; Especially cheese dumplings.\u0026nbsp; Simple to make and using \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003Esimple everyday\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;ingredients. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003EIt's\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;also a great way to use up what's in the fridge.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003EThis is a deliciously hearty soup with plenty of vegetables, ham and fluffy cheese dumplings. I guarantee your family will love this!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, serif; font-size: 22px; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, serif; font-size: 22px; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, serif; font-size: 22px; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, serif; font-size: 22px; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" data-slot-rendered-dynamic=\"true\" style=\"border: 0px; clear: both; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2020\/03\/white-bean-ham-soup.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"background-image: linear-gradient(transparent 0px, rgb(241, 216, 216) 0px) !important; background-position: 0px center !important; background-repeat: no-repeat; border: 0px; color: black; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.5s ease 0s; vertical-align: baseline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHAM \u0026amp; WHITE BEAN SOUP\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" data-slot-rendered-dynamic=\"true\" style=\"border: 0px; clear: both; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EA fabulously tasty soup filled with ham and white beans. You do need to plan ahead as the beans need soaking. One word\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003Edescribes\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;this perfectly. Delicious.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003EThis is\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003Egorgeous ladled into heated bowls and served hot with some crusty bread.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/7269001083803990850\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2018\/02\/tomato-rice-soup.html#comment-form","title":"9 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7269001083803990850"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7269001083803990850"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2018\/02\/tomato-rice-soup.html","title":"Tomato \u0026 Rice Soup"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kr0_mAxZZH0\/Wol_yLNh77I\/AAAAAAABrXY\/r2qHh7c2EiwRX_cb2t2fPE-NyXX8jl6DACLcBGAs\/s72-w640-h586-c\/Best%2BCover%2BSoup.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"9"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-7941520763308453738"},"published":{"$t":"2018-02-01T04:00:00.001+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-03-25T12:01:45.868+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sauces"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-t7h7MMQUZp8\/WnF-uVjr0QI\/AAAAAAABoGM\/yNUZlBjBeqEp0bfO3ZDU1VxqW_OELNaGwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/cover%2Bcirio.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"627\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-t7h7MMQUZp8\/WnF-uVjr0QI\/AAAAAAABoGM\/yNUZlBjBeqEp0bfO3ZDU1VxqW_OELNaGwCLcBGAs\/w640-h626\/cover%2Bcirio.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI was recently asked if I would like to try a recipe from the new Cirio cookery book.\u0026nbsp; I would be sent the tomato ingredients to do so.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I said sure, I am always happy to try out a new recipe.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThis one was for Tagilatelle with Ragu Sauce, and if you are thinking that doesn't look like Tagilatelle, you are right. Its not.\u0026nbsp; Its whole wheat spaghetti.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAs a diabetic, I only eat whole wheat pasta and I did not know how to convert the recipe for the tagliatelle into whole wheat, so I didn't make the tagliatelle, but don't let that stop you from trying it!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-4OAeNpyecN4\/WnF-0nHdysI\/AAAAAAABoGQ\/b2OmX_k8WmAejOriOgkcGl1ItpY7TLW4gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/ciro%2Brecipe.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cirio\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1078\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"429\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-4OAeNpyecN4\/WnF-0nHdysI\/AAAAAAABoGQ\/b2OmX_k8WmAejOriOgkcGl1ItpY7TLW4gCLcBGAs\/w640-h429\/ciro%2Brecipe.JPG\" title=\"Cirio\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAs you all know I am a huge fan of the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Eproducts.\u0026nbsp;\n I use them all the time.\u0026nbsp; When it comes to anything to do with tomatoes\n or tinned beans, I always buy Cirio.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThat's because I know that they \nare always going to be really good.\u0026nbsp; A lot of people don't realise that \nthe flavour of the tomatoes they choose to use in a dish can mean the \ndifference between a dish being so\/so and a dish being wow! \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Gg1_vQaLgec\/WnF-2Y71hQI\/AAAAAAABoGU\/KYuNb-Vci1EmCxnzcW82-nk1uQs_h0FjgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/cirio%2B1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"635\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Gg1_vQaLgec\/WnF-2Y71hQI\/AAAAAAABoGU\/KYuNb-Vci1EmCxnzcW82-nk1uQs_h0FjgCLcBGAs\/w634-h640\/cirio%2B1.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"634\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nWhich is strange really because if you choose to use so\/so products when\n you are cooking, why wouldn't you expect the end result to be so\/so as \nwell!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EA good quality tinned tomato  can make a huge difference to the \ntaste, consistency and quality of any dish.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIn my opinion Cirio is one \nof the highest quality brands of tinned tomatoes on the market, produced\n lovingly in Italy for an authentic Italian flavour.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3Sx8LTXPKKw\/WnF-2RmcRXI\/AAAAAAABoGc\/DUJUjrTXZyA-XrsI1S8qvhxZmx58PYHTgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/cirio%2B2.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"600\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3Sx8LTXPKKw\/WnF-2RmcRXI\/AAAAAAABoGc\/DUJUjrTXZyA-XrsI1S8qvhxZmx58PYHTgCLcBGAs\/w640-h600\/cirio%2B2.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe recipe they sent me was a tiny bit ambiguous as far as amounts of some of the ingredients, trusting I suppose on a cooks ability to know for themself how much of certain things they wanted to use.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI have added the amounts I used for these to the recipe.\u0026nbsp; The end result was very tasty indeed!\u0026nbsp; (Even without the Tagliatelle!)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-b-YCx7Lxz6A\/WnF-2dVjeAI\/AAAAAAABoGY\/6zB9RWngUlssVyY9STgIspnnOLQ1KeGfQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cirio%2B3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"587\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-b-YCx7Lxz6A\/WnF-2dVjeAI\/AAAAAAABoGY\/6zB9RWngUlssVyY9STgIspnnOLQ1KeGfQCLcBGAs\/w640-h586\/Cirio%2B3.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/tagliatelle-with-ragu-sauce\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nA\n deliciously simple meat sauce served with a simple pasta. You can make \nyour own tagliatelle or use storebought.\u0026nbsp; This sauce actually goes well \nwith any pasta.\u0026nbsp; From the people at Cirio.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EClassical Egg pasta:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n200g flour (about 1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 eggs\u003C\/div\u003E\nextra virgin olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EFor the Ragu Sauce:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 stalk celery, finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\nknob butter\u003C\/div\u003E\nsplash extra virgin olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n240ml red wine (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 dessert spoons tomato puree\u003C\/div\u003E\n500g minced meat (a generous pound)\u003C\/div\u003E\n500ml Cirio Passata (2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n(I used the Napoletana with Mediterranean herbs)\u003C\/div\u003E\nsugar and salt to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-y-01e4XQpWg\/WnF-2yK2ysI\/AAAAAAABoGg\/KpWjs3g4Uz8oFSIAzy-lbI4pIpqAm8DZACLcBGAs\/s1600\/cirio%2B4.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"627\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-y-01e4XQpWg\/WnF-2yK2ysI\/AAAAAAABoGg\/KpWjs3g4Uz8oFSIAzy-lbI4pIpqAm8DZACLcBGAs\/w626-h640\/cirio%2B4.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"626\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nTo make the pasta beat the eggs with a dash of oil and salt.\u0026nbsp; \nAdd the flour to make a firm and elastic dough.\u0026nbsp; Cover and let rest for \nan hour and a half in the refrigerator.\u0026nbsp; Flatten the dough with a \nrolling pin on a lightly floured surface.\u0026nbsp; Roll out into thin pasta \nsheets, less than 1 mm thick and cut into 7mm strips.\u0026nbsp; Dust the strips \nwith flour to keep from sticking.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the ragu, heat a \nsplash of olive oil along with a knob of butter in a large saucepan. Add\n the celery, carrot, onion and garlic and lightly fry to soften over \nmedium low heat.\u0026nbsp; Add the meat and cook, stirring until the meat is \nquite dry.\u0026nbsp; Add the wine and bring to the boil and then simmer quickly \nuntil the wine is almost evaporated.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the tomato puree and \nPassata. Bring to the boil, REduce to a simmer and then adjust the \nacidity with some sugar.\u0026nbsp; Add salt to taste.\u0026nbsp; Simmer while you cook the \npasta.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBring a large pot of lightly salted water to the \nboil.\u0026nbsp; Add the tagliatelle and cook for 3 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Drain well and then \nserve with the Ragu sauce.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ql60BY8PE1s\/WnF-3HMkOcI\/AAAAAAABoGk\/iC7kPUcv-pYbKfhe6Oa4KBcDHMNuCtegACLcBGAs\/s1600\/cirio%2B5.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"582\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"581\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ql60BY8PE1s\/WnF-3HMkOcI\/AAAAAAABoGk\/iC7kPUcv-pYbKfhe6Oa4KBcDHMNuCtegACLcBGAs\/w640-h581\/cirio%2B5.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis was delicious and because there are only two of us I had enough to freeze in a container for another meal.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Cirio tomatoes are available at all the grocery shops in the UK.\u0026nbsp; For \nmore recipes and cooking inspiration and ideas do be sure to check out \ntheir \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/recipes\/index\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Erecipe pages\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ENote\u003C\/b\u003E - I was sent a range of Cirio products to use in the recipe free of \ncharge, but not required to write a positive review of anything.\u0026nbsp; I \nquite simply like Cirio products and as you know, I have never made that\n a secret!\u0026nbsp; I do love them!\u0026nbsp; Buon Appetito!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-b-YCx7Lxz6A\/WnF-2dVjeAI\/AAAAAAABoGY\/6zB9RWngUlssVyY9STgIspnnOLQ1KeGfQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cirio%2B3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"587\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-b-YCx7Lxz6A\/WnF-2dVjeAI\/AAAAAAABoGY\/6zB9RWngUlssVyY9STgIspnnOLQ1KeGfQCLcBGAs\/w640-h586\/Cirio%2B3.jpg\" title=\"Tagliatelle with Ragu Sauce\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp style=\"background-color: white; border: none !important; box-shadow: none !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4e4d4c; font-family: \u0026quot;Open Sans\u0026quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; height: auto !important; margin-bottom: 20px; opacity: inherit;\"\u003EThis content (written and photography) is the sole property of The English Kitchen. 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NryYVhgkDYY\/WkOntTMvynI\/AAAAAAABinA\/-TEyypOSL5I7e_UOFoYxhCX2wZc5cd6UQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/A%2BBest%2BCover%2BCabbage%2BRolls.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"834\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"331\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NryYVhgkDYY\/WkOntTMvynI\/AAAAAAABinA\/-TEyypOSL5I7e_UOFoYxhCX2wZc5cd6UQCLcBGAs\/w640-h331\/A%2BBest%2BCover%2BCabbage%2BRolls.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EFor the whole week before Christmas I was craving cabbage rolls, and not just any cabbage rolls, but the ones that my ex BIL used to get at a German Butcher's he frequented in\u0026nbsp; Windsor, Ontario.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThey were probably the best cabbage rolls I have ever eaten.\u0026nbsp; I am also mighty fond of the M\u0026amp;M ones . . .\u0026nbsp; but I have to admit my homemade ones are also very, \u003Ci\u003Every \u003C\/i\u003Egood!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIt is an old, old recipe which I have been making for many, many years and always the first thing to disappear at a buffet table.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-03W0r-E9Xh8\/WkOnrnulSGI\/AAAAAAABim8\/M8TH2QPUJ8UnW6OwYVfAr6u1ijzYOCX6gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Best%2BCover%2BCabbage%2BRolls.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1391\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-03W0r-E9Xh8\/WkOnrnulSGI\/AAAAAAABim8\/M8TH2QPUJ8UnW6OwYVfAr6u1ijzYOCX6gCLcBGAs\/w400-h347\/Best%2BCover%2BCabbage%2BRolls.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nLast week when I was craving the ones from Windsor however and the M\u0026amp;M ones, I got to thinking to myself, and we all know what happens then.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI decided to adapt my own recipe to what I felt the difference was between theirs and mine.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-6epOBsn3OnA\/WkOnrJeRKJI\/AAAAAAABim4\/4_wuXNsHEAsIgqh9WrQV7-P8A8xLraEBACLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cover%2Bcabbage%2BRolls.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1543\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-6epOBsn3OnA\/WkOnrJeRKJI\/AAAAAAABim4\/4_wuXNsHEAsIgqh9WrQV7-P8A8xLraEBACLcBGAs\/w640-h616\/Cover%2Bcabbage%2BRolls.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAnd I have to say I was well pleased with the end result!\u0026nbsp; It was a simple change really . . .\u0026nbsp; I decided to use pork sausage meat instead of beef.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThat's it.\u0026nbsp; And they were very, very close to what I was craving . . .\u0026nbsp; \u003Ci\u003Every \u003C\/i\u003Eclose.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KE34baJez6o\/WkOnwerBw_I\/AAAAAAABinE\/GBiOs-mgAu07q08vjWABpi1z1YnlEgwvgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5756.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1347\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KE34baJez6o\/WkOnwerBw_I\/AAAAAAABinE\/GBiOs-mgAu07q08vjWABpi1z1YnlEgwvgCLcBGAs\/w640-h538\/DSCN5756.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EMy mother used to make cabbage rolls when I was growing up, but hers were very different than mine.\u0026nbsp; She did not use any rice at all, and she only covered them with a tin of chopped tomatoes, there was no sauce per se.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EShe also added peeled potatoes an carrots to the pot. They were pretty good.\u0026nbsp; I was never fond of the meat part, but I did like the cabbage.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-9OcWlbmWHw4\/WkOnyb6jvwI\/AAAAAAABinM\/z-ZxBXZcbsYyY0S23eeoVSGZWegbIt3EQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5757.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1441\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-9OcWlbmWHw4\/WkOnyb6jvwI\/AAAAAAABinM\/z-ZxBXZcbsYyY0S23eeoVSGZWegbIt3EQCLcBGAs\/w640-h576\/DSCN5757.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nMy father was never fond of the cabbage.\u0026nbsp; We had a deal between us.\u0026nbsp; I gave him the meat from mine, and he gave me his cabbage. We both felt like winners.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EMy mother also cooked hers entirely on top of the stove, in her old Wearever aluminum dutch oven.\u0026nbsp; I do mine totally in the oven.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-h85rvsPBcvs\/WkOr0ENU6TI\/AAAAAAABirE\/M8ZFgrvvltwHRtxU8hpTwNlci_6_jeJugCLcBGAs\/s1600\/65346011_1_640x640.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-h85rvsPBcvs\/WkOr0ENU6TI\/AAAAAAABirE\/M8ZFgrvvltwHRtxU8hpTwNlci_6_jeJugCLcBGAs\/w640-h640\/65346011_1_640x640.jpg\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EGenerally speaking I like to use a white cabbage, or ordinary cabbage . . .\u0026nbsp; Nothing fancy here. No Savoy or any other kind.\u0026nbsp; Just ordinary cabbage.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThis time I tried a sweetheart cabbage, which is just like a white cabbage except it has fewer leaves, looser leaves and they are rather elongated.\u0026nbsp; It worked very well.\u0026nbsp; I was quite pleased with the results.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe sauce for mine is a really simple sauce.\u0026nbsp; Passata (tomato sauce), lemon juice and brown sugar.\u0026nbsp; I used the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/5\/sieved-tomatoes-passata\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio Passata\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, again because it is my favourite kind, with a lovely rich tomato flavour.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThere is nothing there except for sieved tomatoes.\u0026nbsp; Thick and rich, never bitter or sharp, quite pleasant . . . you can almost taste that Italian sunshine.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bF7ypzWMoQg\/WkOn3PFK_HI\/AAAAAAABinY\/RchX25MZYKo_UwljB0yl2yL6n88cVJMZgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5759.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1368\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bF7ypzWMoQg\/WkOn3PFK_HI\/AAAAAAABinY\/RchX25MZYKo_UwljB0yl2yL6n88cVJMZgCLcBGAs\/w546-h640\/DSCN5759.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"546\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI have to say I totally ADORED them made with sausage meat.\u0026nbsp; TOTALLY!\u0026nbsp; These were soooooo tasty.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI made them on the eve of Christmas Eve, meaning the night before Christmas Eve. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VuHn0T1Kn_k\/WkOn4yTRP0I\/AAAAAAABing\/0gAwha0XQa4dptTb7tUJOvhTh3phxeFZACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5760.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1507\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VuHn0T1Kn_k\/WkOn4yTRP0I\/AAAAAAABing\/0gAwha0XQa4dptTb7tUJOvhTh3phxeFZACLcBGAs\/w640-h602\/DSCN5760.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe recipe makes exactly one dozen cabbage rolls.\u0026nbsp; We each had two and then I froze the remainder in 4 roll lots to take out later on this winter on a day when I am over busy or feel like treating myself.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-9OPY2_yk99w\/WkOn50dvjlI\/AAAAAAABink\/edBcvWTSFngrj1XOb925FiBPGvnXG02WgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5763.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1597\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"637\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-9OPY2_yk99w\/WkOn50dvjlI\/AAAAAAABink\/edBcvWTSFngrj1XOb925FiBPGvnXG02WgCLcBGAs\/w640-h637\/DSCN5763.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI don't know what is normal to serve with cabbage rolls, but I served them with rice and some peas and carrots.\u0026nbsp; It really was a fabulous dinner.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI think it is safe to say I will be making my cabbage rolls with sausage meat from now on!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iBz4FsaV-ko\/WkOn8TYcuQI\/AAAAAAABino\/mWiefQLPMwQzYUf1DX6Q1XU8u6yDwG4-wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5766.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1418\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"565\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iBz4FsaV-ko\/WkOn8TYcuQI\/AAAAAAABino\/mWiefQLPMwQzYUf1DX6Q1XU8u6yDwG4-wCLcBGAs\/w640-h565\/DSCN5766.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iBz4FsaV-ko\/WkOn8TYcuQI\/AAAAAAABino\/mWiefQLPMwQzYUf1DX6Q1XU8u6yDwG4-wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5766.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Cabbage Rolls*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMakes 12 \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/cabbage-rolls-1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis is an adaptation of our favourite \ncabbage roll recipe.\u0026nbsp; Delicious, moist and meaty with a fabulous sweet \nand sour sauce.\u0026nbsp; These always go down a real treat.\u0026nbsp; I often double and \ntriple the recipe when I take them to pot luck suppers.\u0026nbsp; I always bring \nhome an empty dish.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 pound extra lean sausage meat\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I use a pack or sausages, skin removed)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\n55g raw long grain rice (1\/4 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 medium free range egg, beaten with a fork\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 medium onion, peeled and grated\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 small carrot, peeled and grated\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 fat clove of garlic, peeled and crushed\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 tsp salt\u003Cbr \/\u003E1\/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper\u003Cbr \/\u003E12 wilted cabbage leaves, thick veins trimmed to thin\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the sauce:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E100g soft light brown sugar, (1\/2 cup packed)\u003Cbr \/\u003E60ml fresh lemon juice (1\/4 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E240ml tomato passata\u0026nbsp; (1 cup tomato sauce)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nA7Ixnwv5yo\/WkOn93EKlEI\/AAAAAAABins\/gt0NZmbmb7A_zSsWblhC85dqHJkQhsQFwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5769.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1472\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"587\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nA7Ixnwv5yo\/WkOn93EKlEI\/AAAAAAABins\/gt0NZmbmb7A_zSsWblhC85dqHJkQhsQFwCLcBGAs\/w640-h587\/DSCN5769.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EPreheat the oven to 190*C\/375*F\/gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nPlace\n the meat into a bowl and mix together with the rice, egg, onion, \ncarrot, garlic, salt, and pepper.\u0026nbsp; Mix well.\u0026nbsp; Shape into 12 equal \nsized ovals.\u0026nbsp; Place each oval at the wide end of a wilted cabbage \nleaf.\u0026nbsp; Roll up, tucking in the sides to completely encase the meat.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp;Place, folded side down, into a greased baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Mix together the \nbrown sugar, lemon juice and tomato sauce.\u0026nbsp; Pour this sauce over the \nrolls.\u0026nbsp; Cover tightly with a lid.\u0026nbsp;\nPlace the casserole into the heated oven and bake for 1 hour.\u0026nbsp; Uncover \nat the end of that time and bake for 20 minutes longer.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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I don't know why people think that making cabbage rolls is really fiddly.\u0026nbsp; It isn't really.\u0026nbsp; Well, not for me anyways.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2STjJFQgHq8\/WkOovR0rHmI\/AAAAAAABiok\/BgjALzlGjjEjMxhN25Xpd4tCCgi1KEH6gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5761.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cabbage Rolls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1447\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2STjJFQgHq8\/WkOovR0rHmI\/AAAAAAABiok\/BgjALzlGjjEjMxhN25Xpd4tCCgi1KEH6gCLcBGAs\/w640-h578\/DSCN5761.JPG\" title=\"Cabbage Rolls\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI hope you will try these and make them with sausage meat when you do!\u0026nbsp; I think you will agree with me when I say these are Da Bomb! Bon Appetit!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/5603020855469406164\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/12\/cabbage-rolls.html#comment-form","title":"5 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5603020855469406164"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5603020855469406164"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/12\/cabbage-rolls.html","title":"Cabbage Rolls"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NryYVhgkDYY\/WkOntTMvynI\/AAAAAAABinA\/-TEyypOSL5I7e_UOFoYxhCX2wZc5cd6UQCLcBGAs\/s72-w640-h331-c\/A%2BBest%2BCover%2BCabbage%2BRolls.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"5"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-8400432728356339124"},"published":{"$t":"2017-12-19T15:01:00.001+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-12-19T15:01:52.003+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"A Simple Aubergine Parmigiana"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gJRKDhkZF0g\/WjEZcveR8BI\/AAAAAAABgYo\/_FBMF2x3T2YlYPDsZKH6cfi1v_Hre5iswCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cover%2BCirio.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1514\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gJRKDhkZF0g\/WjEZcveR8BI\/AAAAAAABgYo\/_FBMF2x3T2YlYPDsZKH6cfi1v_Hre5iswCLcBGAs\/s400\/Cover%2BCirio.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAs you all know I am a huge fan of the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Eproducts.\u0026nbsp; I use them all the time.\u0026nbsp; When it comes to anything to do with tomatoes or tinned beans, I always buy Cirio.\u0026nbsp; That's because I know that they are always going to be really good.\u0026nbsp; A lot of people don't realise that the flavour of the tomatoes they choose to use in a dish can mean the difference between a dish being so\/so and a dish being wow!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-G5UWJb9cL24\/WjEZbP9dfOI\/AAAAAAABgYk\/HyVGEOqmZCkmnvU7JM-q-HTu0a6o1ktogCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5513.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1482\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-G5UWJb9cL24\/WjEZbP9dfOI\/AAAAAAABgYk\/HyVGEOqmZCkmnvU7JM-q-HTu0a6o1ktogCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN5513.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nWhich is strange really because if you choose to use so\/so products when you are cooking, why wouldn't you expect the end result to be so\/so as well!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; A good quality tinned tomato  can make a huge difference to the taste, consistency and quality of any dish. in my opinion Cirio is one of the highest quality brands of tinned tomatoes on the market, produced lovingly in Italy for an authentic Italian flavour.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kcq5yBtNYZg\/WjEZd9rdQeI\/AAAAAAABgYw\/k_qZ675XOSALamBkC99BkinAmfHt1O-OACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5509.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1382\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"345\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kcq5yBtNYZg\/WjEZd9rdQeI\/AAAAAAABgYw\/k_qZ675XOSALamBkC99BkinAmfHt1O-OACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN5509.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe rich and flavoursome taste of Cirio means that it should always be the tomato brand of choice when it comes to cooking. Additionally, the health benefits of tomatoes cannot be disputed . . . tinned tomatoes in particular contain more Lycopene than fresh tomatoes, which is good for the heart and has been proven to reduce the risk of cancer.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-G5UWJb9cL24\/WjEZbP9dfOI\/AAAAAAABgYk\/HyVGEOqmZCkmnvU7JM-q-HTu0a6o1ktogCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5513.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1482\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-G5UWJb9cL24\/WjEZbP9dfOI\/AAAAAAABgYk\/HyVGEOqmZCkmnvU7JM-q-HTu0a6o1ktogCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN5513.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThat is why when I was recently asked by Cirio, would I like to try out a new recipe from their new cookbook, I put my hands in the air and said, yes, yes, yes!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-5RjlpcUTjcg\/WjEbm9mnHxI\/AAAAAAABgaw\/vPZyI2ydsYMqWMjM2XK1dZZeIgBjTNM4QCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/DSCN5515.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1584\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-5RjlpcUTjcg\/WjEbm9mnHxI\/AAAAAAABgaw\/vPZyI2ydsYMqWMjM2XK1dZZeIgBjTNM4QCEwYBhgL\/s400\/DSCN5515.JPG\" width=\"395\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis is a flavoursome, home cooked dish bursting with flavours from \nItaly! It's simple to make, full of flavour and a real crowd-pleaser; Oh\n and it is a great meal for a meat-free Monday too!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-JN90sKBxwBo\/WjEZkI3IuJI\/AAAAAAABgZw\/imHf3tLyj54c7UpgOehjIC5_aqP7CRM3QCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/DSCN5517.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1476\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-JN90sKBxwBo\/WjEZkI3IuJI\/AAAAAAABgZw\/imHf3tLyj54c7UpgOehjIC5_aqP7CRM3QCEwYBhgL\/s400\/DSCN5517.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt is also considerably lower in calories than the original version in that there is NO frying involved.\u0026nbsp; You simply slice the aubergine (eggplant to you North Americans) and grill them on both sides briefly.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-8_Fs8C3epAo\/WjklwOaLwpI\/AAAAAAABhhc\/oZvSYkAh6rUZ5Ga8QuXFof3qEx_dOjQ-wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN5522.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"957\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-8_Fs8C3epAo\/WjklwOaLwpI\/AAAAAAABhhc\/oZvSYkAh6rUZ5Ga8QuXFof3qEx_dOjQ-wCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN5522.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe grilled vegetable is then layered in a baking dish with some of that delicious Cirio Pasatta (which has been mixed with a bit of olive oil and seasoned with a bit of salt), some sliced good mozzarella cheese and some fresh basil leaves.\u0026nbsp; I used their Passata Rustico.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; It is a wonderfully thick and textured Passata that you can actually pick up with a fork!\u0026nbsp; I could eat it with a spoon myself. Its that good.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-RR_VMwiYVu0\/WjEZf76BrMI\/AAAAAAABgY4\/tq-8jrLmyZwb-LiRqsppGS5un-sT00FtwCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/DSCN5516.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1009\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"251\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-RR_VMwiYVu0\/WjEZf76BrMI\/AAAAAAABgY4\/tq-8jrLmyZwb-LiRqsppGS5un-sT00FtwCEwYBhgL\/s400\/DSCN5516.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nPopped into the oven and baked for a brief time, the end result is a delicious dish that is not only delicious but actually quite good for you.\u0026nbsp; All you would need on the side is some lovely fresh crusty bread (Italian of course!) to mop up all of those lovely tomatoes and perhaps a salad!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-vK2VhAzby5w\/WjEZmC7APdI\/AAAAAAABgZw\/vvwqKRfewbYkGs3zluFM5QGDGrz5dIdUACEwYBhgL\/s1600\/DSCN5523.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1586\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-vK2VhAzby5w\/WjEZmC7APdI\/AAAAAAABgZw\/vvwqKRfewbYkGs3zluFM5QGDGrz5dIdUACEwYBhgL\/s400\/DSCN5523.JPG\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Cirio's Aubergine Parmigiana*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nserves 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/cirio-s-aubergine-parmigiana\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nA healthier version of an Aubergine Parmigiana not requiring any frying.\u0026nbsp; No faffing about and no mess. From the people at Cirio\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n400g Cirio Passata (about 2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 aubergines (eggplants)\u003C\/div\u003E\n300g Mozzarella Cheese (10 1\/2 ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n180g Parmesan Cheese (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\nbasil to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\nextra virgin olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-e9TmZIgJ20c\/WjEZpLiG3DI\/AAAAAAABgZw\/nlitZEVCT7ctDXksY727KMUkrtCKxOpAACEwYBhgL\/s1600\/DSCN5524.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1415\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-e9TmZIgJ20c\/WjEZpLiG3DI\/AAAAAAABgZw\/nlitZEVCT7ctDXksY727KMUkrtCKxOpAACEwYBhgL\/s400\/DSCN5524.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003EPreheat the grill.\u0026nbsp; Wash the aubergines and cut them\n into slices about 1\/4 inch thick.\u0026nbsp; Grill them for one to two minutes \nper side.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Cut the Mozzarella cheese into slices.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 6.\u0026nbsp; Oil a baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Flavour the \npassata wit a pinch of salt and some olive oil.\u0026nbsp; Alternate layers of the\n aubergine, tomato sauce, basil and grated parmesan cheese in the \nprepared baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Bake for about 20\u0026nbsp; minutes.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-48f1pq_YZhQ\/WjEZsm9rs9I\/AAAAAAABgZw\/9xpZiXcwZ40oATjyr9Jvyl_oWfzzvLh7gCEwYBhgL\/s1600\/DSCN5526.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1392\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-48f1pq_YZhQ\/WjEZsm9rs9I\/AAAAAAABgZw\/9xpZiXcwZ40oATjyr9Jvyl_oWfzzvLh7gCEwYBhgL\/s400\/DSCN5526.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis really was quite tasty.\u0026nbsp; I am not quite sure it will replace my love of the \"fried\" version of Aubergine Parmigiana, but then again with the New Year in the offing,\u0026nbsp; after all of the indulgence of the holidays, perhaps eating a bit healthier is something I should embrace!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nCirio tomatoes are available at all the grocery shops in the UK.\u0026nbsp; For more recipes and cooking inspiration and ideas do be sure to check out their \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/recipes\/index\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Erecipe pages\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nNote - I was sent a range of Pasattas to use in the recipe free of charge, but not required to write a positive review of anything.\u0026nbsp; I quite simply like Cirio products and as you know, I have never made that a secret!\u0026nbsp; I do love them!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/8400432728356339124\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/12\/a-simple-aubergine-parmigiana.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/8400432728356339124"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/8400432728356339124"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/12\/a-simple-aubergine-parmigiana.html","title":"A Simple Aubergine Parmigiana"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gJRKDhkZF0g\/WjEZcveR8BI\/AAAAAAABgYo\/_FBMF2x3T2YlYPDsZKH6cfi1v_Hre5iswCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/Cover%2BCirio.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3573728705121947464"},"published":{"$t":"2017-07-10T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-07-10T04:00:00.377+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family pleasers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Old Favourites"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"tomatoes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Traditional"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Tomato Rarebit"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yQa1juYU3b4\/WWIU9GlPJtI\/AAAAAAABEVM\/WBr_r87mu6YDw_qmFy_IIfMzj9EXVYkuQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cover%2BTomato%2BRarebit.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1536\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yQa1juYU3b4\/WWIU9GlPJtI\/AAAAAAABEVM\/WBr_r87mu6YDw_qmFy_IIfMzj9EXVYkuQCLcBGAs\/s640\/Cover%2BTomato%2BRarebit.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\nEver had a night when you are decidely lacking in inspiration, and time . . .\u0026nbsp; not to mention ingredients and yet you are starving?\u0026nbsp; I reckon we all have nights like that!\u0026nbsp; This recipe is perfect for those kinds of nights.\u0026nbsp; A bit old fashioned, yes.\u0026nbsp; A really old recipe, yes, undoubtedly.\u0026nbsp; Delicious, yes!\u0026nbsp; Its also quick and very easy to make.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rocv1tf9l2s\/WWIVR1OkxoI\/AAAAAAABEVY\/mJ1WSD0O-28wjs7q_hYgTJpyZQAB0q9ygCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2911.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1450\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rocv1tf9l2s\/WWIVR1OkxoI\/AAAAAAABEVY\/mJ1WSD0O-28wjs7q_hYgTJpyZQAB0q9ygCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2911.JPG\" width=\"580\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis is a recipe which I adapted from a cookerybook entitled \"The Supper Book,\" by the late Marion Cunningham. Published in 1992, it is a compliation of just what it says . . .\u0026nbsp; supper dishes . . . old fashioned, nursery type of dishes . . .\u0026nbsp; dishes that evoke the feelings of comfort and home. Economical in many instances and all delicious.\u0026nbsp; I have always loved this book.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-IQTWeDBmHIs\/WWIVRJC6PjI\/AAAAAAABEVQ\/iBtcD-UQDZYqWcw6JdT9yjmp6FqpSLpYQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2913.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1562\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-IQTWeDBmHIs\/WWIVRJC6PjI\/AAAAAAABEVQ\/iBtcD-UQDZYqWcw6JdT9yjmp6FqpSLpYQCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2913.JPG\" width=\"624\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI have long been a lover of tinned tomatoes.\u0026nbsp; I could just sit down and eat a tin with a spoon with only a piece of buttered white bread on the side.\u0026nbsp; This recipe speaks to that deep rooted love.\u0026nbsp; Simple ingredients put together magically to create something that is quite, quite tasty, and surprisingly hearty.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Qu20YCSYeZQ\/WWIVZaSGl4I\/AAAAAAABEVc\/EX7NeU4YAX4fphhYzRSQrM7P97nGZfKegCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2914.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1536\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Qu20YCSYeZQ\/WWIVZaSGl4I\/AAAAAAABEVc\/EX7NeU4YAX4fphhYzRSQrM7P97nGZfKegCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2914.JPG\" width=\"614\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe original recipe called for finely chopped fresh tomatoes, two medium, and their juices.\u0026nbsp; I did not have any, and so I used the tinned tomatoes.\u0026nbsp; I am not overly fond of tomato skin in my food, so if that is you, and you are wanting to use fresh tomatoes, skin them first. You will thank me for that hint.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-n-U7AZ20tX0\/WWIVmGzZrOI\/AAAAAAABEVk\/uKKGM3usSCgcB70SFSUS5LsTQbQfGFOJQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2915.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1550\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-n-U7AZ20tX0\/WWIVmGzZrOI\/AAAAAAABEVk\/uKKGM3usSCgcB70SFSUS5LsTQbQfGFOJQCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2915.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI am not sure what purpose the baking soda provides, so I left it in.\u0026nbsp; In the original recipe it was stirred into the chopped fresh tomatoes. In my version, I just stirred it into the tinned tomatoes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-DiAYGua8zQk\/WWIV05DxpmI\/AAAAAAABEVo\/R5UDPO9yFAM6lkU8U4vTtXGyp2wGJ5PWQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2916.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1560\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-DiAYGua8zQk\/WWIV05DxpmI\/AAAAAAABEVo\/R5UDPO9yFAM6lkU8U4vTtXGyp2wGJ5PWQCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2916.JPG\" width=\"622\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI suspect this is quite British in its roots.\u0026nbsp; The Brits love meals served on toast.\u0026nbsp; Scrambled egg on toast, tinned tomatoes on toast, beans on toast, poached eggs on toast, spaghetti on toast, mushrooms on toast.\u0026nbsp; They just love to plunk things down on toast and then dig in.\u0026nbsp; Small wonder.\u0026nbsp; Toast, in my humble opinion, just makes most things taste even better! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kTqGrdJDrAs\/WWIV94qbNXI\/AAAAAAABEVw\/SYkZ2es8bS8m8hDtDfi0bknatGn8QSuiACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2917.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1496\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kTqGrdJDrAs\/WWIV94qbNXI\/AAAAAAABEVw\/SYkZ2es8bS8m8hDtDfi0bknatGn8QSuiACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2917.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Tomato Rarebit*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/tomato-rarebit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nA\n simple and delicious old fashioned dish that cooks in one pan and is \ngreat for those nights when you are starving and lacking in \ninspiration.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS butter\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS flour\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 large free range eggs, lightly beaten in a beaker\u003C\/div\u003E\n240ml milk, heated (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n185g grated strong cheddar cheese (1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp dry mustard powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n390g finely chopped tomatoes in juice, undrained (2 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/4 tsp soda.\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\na few dashes hot pepper sauce\u003C\/div\u003E\n8 slices hot buttered toast to serve\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMix\n the soda into the tinned tomatoes and set aside. Melt the butter in a \nsaucepan. Whisk in the flour and cook for several minutes, until all the\n flour taste has cooked out, without browning.\u0026nbsp; Whisk in the milk slowly\n and cook, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to thicken.\u0026nbsp; \nTemper the eggs with a bit of the hot mixture to help prevent them from \ncurdling. (This involved whisking some of the hot mixture into the eggs a\n bit at a time, about 1\/4th of it.)\u0026nbsp; Whisk the egg mixture into the \nremaining hot mixture along with the tomatoes, undrained, dry mustard \npowder and cheese.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring constantly until the cheese melts and\n the mixture thickens.\u0026nbsp; Season to taste with salt and a few dashes of \nhot pepper sauce.\u0026nbsp; Serve spooned over hot buttered toast.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ENote\u003C\/b\u003E\n - any leftovers are great mixed with cooked macaroni.\u0026nbsp; Place into a \ncasserole dish, cover with more grated cheese and bake until heated \nthrough and the cheese on top is melted and bubbling.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iqxXsdevXaw\/WWIV_PRBCwI\/AAAAAAABEV0\/EcRr8C-lEaM1ulY7U3g8JGzo9wKHq5eqgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2925.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1569\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iqxXsdevXaw\/WWIV_PRBCwI\/AAAAAAABEV0\/EcRr8C-lEaM1ulY7U3g8JGzo9wKHq5eqgCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2925.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis is the type of dish we both love very much.\u0026nbsp; Simple, delicious and comforting.\u0026nbsp; It's perfect for a weeknight, and it doesn't heat up the kitchen.\u0026nbsp; All you need is a simple salad on the side and dinner is served!\u0026nbsp; I had mine on whole wheat toast. Todd had his on white toast.\u0026nbsp; Both are good. Bon Appetit!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NH-vUfMRylY\/WWIaRnnRSvI\/AAAAAAABEXM\/lIV-EFS7rWIgk7zUBxjMQDPJGXhvMvtgQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/089413-1-1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NH-vUfMRylY\/WWIaRnnRSvI\/AAAAAAABEXM\/lIV-EFS7rWIgk7zUBxjMQDPJGXhvMvtgQCLcBGAs\/s400\/089413-1-1.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nNote - The tomatoes I used for this are the Cirio Polpa Fine chopped tomatoes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nRound tomatoes, deseeded, peeled, finely cut into pieces. This exquisite\n range offers four recipes, all with the taste and bouquet of Cirio’s \nauthentic Italian tomatoes. They are all perfect as a base ingredient to\n prepare pasta sauces and enrich other recipes:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped \ntomatoes with a pinch of salt\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped with a pinch of salt and a\n hint of basil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt and chilli\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;• Finely chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt, garlic and onion.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe small, lightweight light Tetra carton allows for easy stocking in your \nkitchen cupboards and it’s easier and safer to open than glass bottles \nor tin cans. Plus, as well as being convenient, the packaging is \neco-friendly and reduces waste, which is in tune with today’s \nenvironmentally conscious consumer."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3573728705121947464\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/07\/tomato-rarebit.html#comment-form","title":"8 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3573728705121947464"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3573728705121947464"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/07\/tomato-rarebit.html","title":"Tomato Rarebit"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yQa1juYU3b4\/WWIU9GlPJtI\/AAAAAAABEVM\/WBr_r87mu6YDw_qmFy_IIfMzj9EXVYkuQCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/Cover%2BTomato%2BRarebit.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"8"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-4347301024311748487"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-13T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-06-13T04:00:21.999+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Comfort Foods"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family favourites"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Soups"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"tomatoes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Traditional"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Mother's Creamy Tomato Soup"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-vRM9djxeSvo\/WTwEinZngYI\/AAAAAAABAxk\/biFlySNJjxIYgzDDo20U5ZeloA5ffvV8QCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2374.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1466\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-vRM9djxeSvo\/WTwEinZngYI\/AAAAAAABAxk\/biFlySNJjxIYgzDDo20U5ZeloA5ffvV8QCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2374.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe are almost into the too hot for soup days, but this past weekend was kind of chilly I thought . . .\u0026nbsp; rainy, windy and with a bit of a cold wind.\u0026nbsp; It was soup weather and I thought I would take advantage of that by making a lovely pot of one of my favourite soups.\u0026nbsp; Mother's Creamy Tomato Soup.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-V9-gunVHR5Q\/WTwEh_eqqzI\/AAAAAAABAxg\/-e8jVHxmdzUzP245Q0m4l8H5mrIH5oNPQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2375.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1537\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-V9-gunVHR5Q\/WTwEh_eqqzI\/AAAAAAABAxg\/-e8jVHxmdzUzP245Q0m4l8H5mrIH5oNPQCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2375.JPG\" width=\"614\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNote, this is not my mother's homemade tomato soup recipe but rather a tomato soup recipe which I made on occasion when I worked as a chef at the Manor for the family.\u0026nbsp; Its a bit more involved than normal tomato soups, and you do use a few utensils to make it, but it is well worth the effort as the end result is a thick and creamy soup with beautiful rich tomato flavour!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hvGMpR7jtWU\/WTwEd2vt-YI\/AAAAAAABAxc\/uD5sgRj_xOMPXusQDSiJcj-17cswMVVsgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2376.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1525\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hvGMpR7jtWU\/WTwEd2vt-YI\/AAAAAAABAxc\/uD5sgRj_xOMPXusQDSiJcj-17cswMVVsgCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2376.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nYou will want to make sure you use really good tinned tomatoes for this recipe.\u0026nbsp; I use Cirio chopped tomatoes in tomato juice as you know. Widely available in all the shops, in my opinion, they are the best. \u0026nbsp; Fragrant and tasty with a beautiful rich red colour.\u0026nbsp; They are never insipid or sharp.\u0026nbsp; I think they are pretty perfect.\u0026nbsp; I also use their tomato puree (tomato paste,) and for the same reasons.\u0026nbsp; And no, I am \u003Ci\u003Enot\u003C\/i\u003E being paid to say that. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HBpb_Ka8mnc\/WTwEluCqe9I\/AAAAAAABAxo\/OIGqO5WPch0d_ia3oqsTYjB2zPG2C_p2gCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2377.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1351\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HBpb_Ka8mnc\/WTwEluCqe9I\/AAAAAAABAxo\/OIGqO5WPch0d_ia3oqsTYjB2zPG2C_p2gCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2377.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;They might cost a bit more, but it is worth it in taste.\u0026nbsp; When you are making something which is basically tomato flavoured, you want to use the best.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FjrXeSEILLE\/WTwEn99hEUI\/AAAAAAABAxs\/o-osLWroQosaY6ykIooxrE0I77dgz92VwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2378.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1582\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FjrXeSEILLE\/WTwEn99hEUI\/AAAAAAABAxs\/o-osLWroQosaY6ykIooxrE0I77dgz92VwCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2378.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBack to the soup, this is rich and creamy . . .\u0026nbsp; thick but not overly so . . . not thin either.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I can't believe that I had never made it for us at home before.\u0026nbsp; I had only ever made it at the manor and I knew that it tasted good because of course as the chef you do have to taste, but this weekend was the first time I had ever enjoyed a bowl of it here at home.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ScHvX6pcHrY\/WTwEscOAdHI\/AAAAAAABAxw\/cSynaNsdRDUXAcdEMvowE8Ytod_sfYFLACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2380.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1596\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ScHvX6pcHrY\/WTwEscOAdHI\/AAAAAAABAxw\/cSynaNsdRDUXAcdEMvowE8Ytod_sfYFLACLcB\/s640\/DSCN2380.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAnd enjoy it we did!\u0026nbsp; With nice chunks of a fresh French baguette!\u0026nbsp; I confess . . .\u0026nbsp; I am very naughty and I always like to add a tiny knob of butter to the top of my bowl of soup and swirl it in.\u0026nbsp; Hmm . . . probably why I look the way I do, lol. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-QRlBiXc-UTI\/WTwEz0gfZZI\/AAAAAAABAx4\/YiFy8uOKb0kez-LYSmAeALW3-UDNjjP4QCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2381.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1378\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-QRlBiXc-UTI\/WTwEz0gfZZI\/AAAAAAABAx4\/YiFy8uOKb0kez-LYSmAeALW3-UDNjjP4QCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2381.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;Oh well . . . .\u0026nbsp; in for a penny in for a pound (s)! \u0026nbsp; The recipe is adapted from one found in a cookery magazine from a number of years back entitled, \"Comfort Food, wholesome recipes that take you back home\" great recipes from Mother's Bistro \u0026amp; Bar.\u0026nbsp; You can't get much more comforting than tomato soup can you?\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-cOGdSV6oIfM\/WTwE2kXWF_I\/AAAAAAABAx8\/vEfkzBJqBr8D2ey_CvVuEKB4Oi-sRS6rQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2382.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1405\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-cOGdSV6oIfM\/WTwE2kXWF_I\/AAAAAAABAx8\/vEfkzBJqBr8D2ey_CvVuEKB4Oi-sRS6rQCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2382.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Mother's Creamy Tomato Soup*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/mother-s-creamy-tomato-soup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCreamy and dreamy.\u0026nbsp; Very rich.\u0026nbsp; Perfect with a grilled cheese!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n90g plus 2 TBS butter, divided (1\/3 cup plus 2 TBS)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large onion, peeled and chopped (about 1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 ribs celery, trimmed and coarsley chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 bay leaf\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 small sprig fresh thyme\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 X (400g) tins of chopped tomatoes in puree undrained (1 28 ounce tin)\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS tomato puree (tomato paste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n50g of plain flour (6 1\/2 TBS)\u003C\/div\u003E\n450ml single cream (2 cups half and half)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n450ml milk (2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n150ml double cream (2\/3 cup heavy cream)\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-qp8RDFJOt24\/WTwE6yLJQ4I\/AAAAAAABAyE\/HFgGm-j-FlM1AOpuQMpPCt77U4sfn1bMwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2386.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1536\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-qp8RDFJOt24\/WTwE6yLJQ4I\/AAAAAAABAyE\/HFgGm-j-FlM1AOpuQMpPCt77U4sfn1bMwCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2386.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nMelt 1 TBS of butter in a large saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Add the onion and \ncelery.\u0026nbsp; Cover and cook on low over low heat until very soft, about 20 \nminutes.\u0026nbsp; Add the bay leaf, thyme, tinned tomatoes and tomato puree.\u0026nbsp; \nBring to a simmer and cook for a further 10 to 15 minutes.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nMelt\n the remaining butter in a saucepan. Whisk in the flour.\u0026nbsp; Cook for \nseveral minutes to cook out the flour taste. It should smell a bit \nnutty. Slowly whisk in the single cream (half and half) and milk, allowing the flour \nmixture to absorb each addition before adding another.\u0026nbsp; Bring to a boil,\n then reduce to a slow simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring \noccasionally. Pour this into the pot with the tomatoes, whisking it in \nwell.\u0026nbsp; Whisk in the double cream.\u0026nbsp; Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes \nlonger.\u0026nbsp; Remove the bay leaf and thyme.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPuree the \nsoup until smooth using an immersion blender, foor processor or a \nregular blender.\u0026nbsp; Strain through a mesh strainer into a clean pot.\u0026nbsp; \nDiscard any solids.\u0026nbsp; Bring the soup to a simmer.\u0026nbsp; If it seems too thick \nyou can add a bit more milk until you get it to the consistency you want\n it to be.\u0026nbsp; Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-OtReA4826U4\/WTwE_P95wGI\/AAAAAAABAyI\/0JnOFqjEE44HU-3A29TB5iHCcRjq_o1IwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN2387.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1595\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-OtReA4826U4\/WTwE_P95wGI\/AAAAAAABAyI\/0JnOFqjEE44HU-3A29TB5iHCcRjq_o1IwCLcB\/s640\/DSCN2387.JPG\" width=\"638\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis soup is really, really good.\u0026nbsp; I didn't mind that it was worth all the extra faffing about.\u0026nbsp; The end result is exceptional!\u0026nbsp; In fact, I would serve this at a rustic dinner party as a first course, in which case it would serve more people. Bon Appetit!"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/4347301024311748487\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/06\/mothers-creamy-tomato-soup.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/4347301024311748487"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/4347301024311748487"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/06\/mothers-creamy-tomato-soup.html","title":"Mother's Creamy Tomato Soup"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-vRM9djxeSvo\/WTwEinZngYI\/AAAAAAABAxk\/biFlySNJjxIYgzDDo20U5ZeloA5ffvV8QCLcB\/s72-c\/DSCN2374.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-484837886752200427"},"published":{"$t":"2017-04-18T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-18T04:00:06.787+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Casseroles"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheap and Cheerful Mains"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family favourites"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Meat"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sauces"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"tomatoes"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Mock Lasagne Casserole"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-H7H6lfp2q1k\/WPTC7p0TaCI\/AAAAAAAA5d8\/-N4jjFGlaLcH5b3z09wSwTuL4--dKm8XACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1581.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-H7H6lfp2q1k\/WPTC7p0TaCI\/AAAAAAAA5d8\/-N4jjFGlaLcH5b3z09wSwTuL4--dKm8XACLcB\/s400\/DSCN1581.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis recipe today is one of those economical dishes that is not only quick and easy to make but which are real family pleasers.\u0026nbsp; The original recipe comes from a cookery book that I have had since I was seventeen years old and since I am now sixty-one, that is a very long time! This is truly a recipe which has stood the test of time!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ArFJ2HGKk4I\/WPTCyQKADeI\/AAAAAAAA5ds\/IMZvkwP9T8462i-cHdZEQA9keiNGaKkVgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1582.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ArFJ2HGKk4I\/WPTCyQKADeI\/AAAAAAAA5ds\/IMZvkwP9T8462i-cHdZEQA9keiNGaKkVgCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1582.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nMy last year in High School there was an offer in a magazine to purchase the Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook library.\u0026nbsp; You would get one book a month, which would arrive via the post, which you could then pay for at a fair price by return post.\u0026nbsp; I collected all of the volumes.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pBah35_Nu0k\/WPTC5rHvZzI\/AAAAAAAA5d0\/3zJJVha5Cw0s36xNc1Y_UBSJSrTgetqXwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1583.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pBah35_Nu0k\/WPTC5rHvZzI\/AAAAAAAA5d0\/3zJJVha5Cw0s36xNc1Y_UBSJSrTgetqXwCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1583.JPG\" width=\"382\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis one comes from the volume entitled, \"Good Food on a Budget.\"\u0026nbsp; I have adapted it a bit through the years by adding some oregano and onions to the sauce, and the way I layer it together. I like to have the cheese on the top.\u0026nbsp; In the original recipe they have the sauce on the top. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-J8WUqmoa-Eg\/WPTDBslzRBI\/AAAAAAAA5eE\/kaeqHBsaGQUJoP9bucI9acUpDzKgNeg4wCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1584.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"363\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-J8WUqmoa-Eg\/WPTDBslzRBI\/AAAAAAAA5eE\/kaeqHBsaGQUJoP9bucI9acUpDzKgNeg4wCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1584.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI have also cut down the servings of the recipe because there are only two of us now in this house and one of us is not a real pasta lover. \u0026nbsp; SO instead of serving 6 to 8, it now serves 3 to 4.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-GSt6SQ59c54\/WPTDQbR1WvI\/AAAAAAAA5eM\/8TGkKwt4JDoN61GX07lPkAF64_AYK5S2ACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1585.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-GSt6SQ59c54\/WPTDQbR1WvI\/AAAAAAAA5eM\/8TGkKwt4JDoN61GX07lPkAF64_AYK5S2ACLcB\/s400\/DSCN1585.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nOther than that it is basically the same recipe as the original.\u0026nbsp; It is quick and simple to make and goes together in a flash.\u0026nbsp; It is also a dish which most people love.\u0026nbsp; With its hearty meat sauce and simple cheese filling\/topping it is a real pleaser!\u0026nbsp; All you need on the side is a salad and some garlic bread if desired. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-va9TXsA-cag\/WPTDUxS3QdI\/AAAAAAAA5eU\/XzPiu9MSrzwkhvKLfsMPtFVFn8FmuQCFQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1586.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-va9TXsA-cag\/WPTDUxS3QdI\/AAAAAAAA5eU\/XzPiu9MSrzwkhvKLfsMPtFVFn8FmuQCFQCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1586.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nYou will want to use a sausage in this that has plenty of flavour!\u0026nbsp; Over here I favour Cumberland Sausage because it is nice and peppery, but you can use whichever sausage meat you like.\u0026nbsp; A sweet italian would go very well. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-oUoTd6Mj5rI\/WPTDUV-nNUI\/AAAAAAAA5eQ\/cP6L7aPyTwQPRS3SyfGtPRUsvd25Wt9QgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1587.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"355\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-oUoTd6Mj5rI\/WPTDUV-nNUI\/AAAAAAAA5eQ\/cP6L7aPyTwQPRS3SyfGtPRUsvd25Wt9QgCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1587.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Mock Lasagne Casserole*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 3 to 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/mock-lasagne-casserole-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nA smaller sized casserole for a smaller family.\u0026nbsp; Can easily be doubled.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 pound well flavoured sausages, skins discarded and meat crumbled\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 small onion, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n225ml tomato passatta (1 cup, tomato sauce)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n60ml water (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp each dried basil, dried oregano, onion powder, garlic granules\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n100g dry macaroni (Uncooked, 1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n175g cottage cheese (3\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n90g grated four cheese blend\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nBrown\n the sausage meat and onion in a heavy bottomed skillet.\u0026nbsp; Drain fat \noff.\u0026nbsp; Add the tomato sauce, herbs, seasonings, etc. Stir in the water \nand bring to the boil.\u0026nbsp; Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15 \nminutes.\u0026nbsp; Cook the macaroni according to the package directions.\u0026nbsp; Drain \nwell.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 190*C\/375*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Butter a small casserole dish.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nLayer\n in the ingredients as follows:\u0026nbsp; 1\/2 each macaroni, meat sauce, cottage \ncheese, four cheese blend and then repeat, ending with sheese.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Bake \nfor half an hour.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-h2UHVYX0TNs\/WPTDeZlqd7I\/AAAAAAAA5eg\/ozCdLR1SSMEBMV4izbFdAW8Gx7I1Ts1NgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1588.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-h2UHVYX0TNs\/WPTDeZlqd7I\/AAAAAAAA5eg\/ozCdLR1SSMEBMV4izbFdAW8Gx7I1Ts1NgCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1588.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nBecause the passata\/tomato sauce for this is such an integral part of the recipe, you will want to use one which has nice flavours.\u0026nbsp; I use \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/6\/passata-in-pet-bottle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Eand I know you must be tired of me saying this, but it is a well favoured Passata\u0026nbsp; made\u0026nbsp; with only the finest fresh Italian Tomatoes,ensuring that your dishes will have a full bodied and rich Italian flavour!\u0026nbsp; It also comes in a new PET bottle which means you can use as little or as much of it as you like, simply popping the lid back onto the bottle and refrigerating the rest for another day, which works well for this recipe which basically only uses 225ml\/1 cup of\u0026nbsp; passata\/tomato sauce. The PET bottles are also recyclable and unbreakable.\u0026nbsp; I used the Passata Classica for this recipe.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-l1MX5xXGmwA\/WPTDmUvk8pI\/AAAAAAAA5eo\/VA1pOm8TUfU5ED1yrogWbRdrIpAVhBTWgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1589.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-l1MX5xXGmwA\/WPTDmUvk8pI\/AAAAAAAA5eo\/VA1pOm8TUfU5ED1yrogWbRdrIpAVhBTWgCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1589.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI really hope you will give this a go and that if you do your family really enjoys it.\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u003C\/div\u003E\n"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/484837886752200427\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/04\/mock-lasagne-casserole.html#comment-form","title":"10 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/484837886752200427"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/484837886752200427"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/04\/mock-lasagne-casserole.html","title":"Mock Lasagne Casserole"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-H7H6lfp2q1k\/WPTC7p0TaCI\/AAAAAAAA5d8\/-N4jjFGlaLcH5b3z09wSwTuL4--dKm8XACLcB\/s72-c\/DSCN1581.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"10"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-5752738428949047949"},"published":{"$t":"2017-03-13T04:00:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-03-13T04:00:12.947+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"beans and pulses"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Casseroles"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tex Mex"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"tomatoes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Vegetarian"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Mexi-Bean Bake"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jBNZ2vI8ffQ\/WMVehpCogJI\/AAAAAAAAza4\/nPrBrgRWi1o155zVBhzxJMexcMcpoPegACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1048.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jBNZ2vI8ffQ\/WMVehpCogJI\/AAAAAAAAza4\/nPrBrgRWi1o155zVBhzxJMexcMcpoPegACLcB\/s400\/DSCN1048.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAfter a really busy and full week last week, I found myself craving something simple for tea on Saturday evening.\u0026nbsp; A store cupboard meal and something which would not take a lot of time to knock together.\u0026nbsp; I have this recipe binder that I have had kicking around for a very long time and this recipe comes from that.\u0026nbsp; It is perfect for those lacking in inspiration nights and for nights when you are feeling very lazy but still want to eat something delicious!\u0026nbsp; Tex-Mex Bean Bake.\u0026nbsp; I have no idea where the original recipe comes from, as it is hand written and I didn't make note of the source back when I was doing my binder.\u0026nbsp; All I can tell you for sure is it is very tasty and very old . . .\u0026nbsp; written on a page that is splattered and torn!\u0026nbsp; A testimony to it's deliciousness!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yMJhrl7cXk8\/WMVewhd_txI\/AAAAAAAAzbI\/thDbpnM5dp8o03jqb74XPvkumyZ_vBPnwCLcB\/s1600\/Cirio.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yMJhrl7cXk8\/WMVewhd_txI\/AAAAAAAAzbI\/thDbpnM5dp8o03jqb74XPvkumyZ_vBPnwCLcB\/s400\/Cirio.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt was also perfect for using some of these delicious Cirio ingredients I was gifted with last week!\u0026nbsp; Oh I do love my tomatoes and I do love Cirio products best of all.\u0026nbsp; They're my favourite thing to play with, so do look for more tomato tastiness soon. Now back to my recipe.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZjKhPrVHwWo\/WMVevfFEIsI\/AAAAAAAAzbA\/6zEG6ICXrdUUAxG4R0xmTjr72QnltV-ZACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1050.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZjKhPrVHwWo\/WMVevfFEIsI\/AAAAAAAAzbA\/6zEG6ICXrdUUAxG4R0xmTjr72QnltV-ZACLcB\/s400\/DSCN1050.JPG\" width=\"366\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nPerfect for meatless Monday, and in fact, I am betting you have everything you need in your cupboard right now to get on with making this for supper tonight!\u0026nbsp; With it's fresh Tex-Mex flavours this is a real family pleaser!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Q20LxTWpPnw\/WMVewYNUdXI\/AAAAAAAAzbE\/JCSvv66S2iAILHweU6_WBtB_b7FkYllPwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1049.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Q20LxTWpPnw\/WMVewYNUdXI\/AAAAAAAAzbE\/JCSvv66S2iAILHweU6_WBtB_b7FkYllPwCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1049.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt begins with a simple bean sauce . . . beans being a protein.\u0026nbsp; The sauce is so simple to make and takes chopped onion, tomato pasatta, garlic and some herbs and spices, along with some red kidney beans.\u0026nbsp; You could actually use any bean you wanted to, but red kidney beans are synonymous with Tex Mex cookery.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-28eTg55wV28\/WMVd9DMXxVI\/AAAAAAAAzac\/YHvmGIP-AWo_IhJNOKgAe8XcQtTFx_fAQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1058.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-28eTg55wV28\/WMVd9DMXxVI\/AAAAAAAAzac\/YHvmGIP-AWo_IhJNOKgAe8XcQtTFx_fAQCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1058.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nUnless you like things really hot you will want to use mild chili powder in this recipe.\u0026nbsp; I am not a huge fan of blow your head off heat, so I make things a bit milder.\u0026nbsp; You could also add a chopped green chili to the sauce for more heat if you wanted to.\u0026nbsp; I like to keep things simple. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZhKScf32Rns\/WMVdmSkc09I\/AAAAAAAAzaM\/jlWnL7HgyEMQc3Jc7oIB2yszuTEjVy0mACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1055.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E \u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZhKScf32Rns\/WMVdmSkc09I\/AAAAAAAAzaM\/jlWnL7HgyEMQc3Jc7oIB2yszuTEjVy0mACLcB\/s400\/DSCN1055.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThat delicious bean sauce gets layered in a casserole dish with crushed tortilla chips, corn niblets and black olives.\u0026nbsp; All Tex-Mex ingredients.\u0026nbsp; I used cheesy tortilla chips this time because that is what I had, but I think any good tortilla chip would work.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-vUWDnYExKTg\/WMVd9DK2J-I\/AAAAAAAAzag\/i3lhRTebbd87WF8cG3ezBCzkdhAT4hhCQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1059.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-vUWDnYExKTg\/WMVd9DK2J-I\/AAAAAAAAzag\/i3lhRTebbd87WF8cG3ezBCzkdhAT4hhCQCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1059.JPG\" width=\"382\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nYou cover and bake this for about half an hour or so . . .\u0026nbsp; just long enough for the flavours to really meld together.\u0026nbsp; Then you uncover it and throw some cheese on top and bake it for a bit longer to melt the cheese. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-3hTcEifDBBw\/WMVdtsR03vI\/AAAAAAAAzaQ\/UaJ0S4lrivcAHDgcGvY-Fx5kQiEDPq_egCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1056.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"387\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-3hTcEifDBBw\/WMVdtsR03vI\/AAAAAAAAzaQ\/UaJ0S4lrivcAHDgcGvY-Fx5kQiEDPq_egCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1056.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nSpicy, hearty, filling and delicious.\u0026nbsp; Mmmm, this is so good.\u0026nbsp; If you are a fan of these types of flavours and your family loves them too, it is sure to go down a real treat.\u0026nbsp; All you need on the side is some salad.\u0026nbsp; A dollop of sour cream on the top also goes well. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-EGlV5yZwkTo\/WMVdw1oj5II\/AAAAAAAAzaU\/stx8Y8W_9y4PtmRglJJdPcOyPLYHz7IVQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1057.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-EGlV5yZwkTo\/WMVdw1oj5II\/AAAAAAAAzaU\/stx8Y8W_9y4PtmRglJJdPcOyPLYHz7IVQCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1057.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Mexi-Bean Bake*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/mexi-bean-bake\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n fabulous entree comes together very quickly with store-cupboard \ningredients, plus it is great for any veggies in your group!\u0026nbsp; A salad \nand some crusty bread on the side is all you need for a complete meal!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS vegetable oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large brown onion, peeled and chopped coarsely\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 fat clove of garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n540g of tomato pasatta (19 ounces of Tomato sauce)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 (400g) tins of kidney beans, drained and rinsed\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS mild chili powder (Or to taste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp ground cumin\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp ground coriander\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp oregano\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp black pepper\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EYou will also need:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n540g tin of corn niblets, drained, or the equivalent of frozen corn, (2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n125g of sliced black olives (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n150g of crushed tortilla chips (about 2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n60g grated strong cheddar cheese (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HT8bZ5h4bAA\/WMVd-1or8bI\/AAAAAAAAzak\/dcdLmjLqfuM1szVFII0aXXWPGPkYRosHgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1060.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HT8bZ5h4bAA\/WMVd-1or8bI\/AAAAAAAAzak\/dcdLmjLqfuM1szVFII0aXXWPGPkYRosHgCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1060.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;Preheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Butter a deep 2 litre (2 quart) casserole dish.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nHeat\n the oil in a large skillet.\u0026nbsp; Add the onon and cook, stirring over \nmedium heat until it has softened. Stir in the garlic and cook until \nfragrant. Stir in the passata, drained beans, chili powder, cumin, \ncoriander, oregano, salt and black pepper. Bring to the boil, then \nreduce to a slow simmer and cook for about 8 minutes or so to meld the \nflavours. Taste and adjust seasoning as required.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSprinkle \n1\/3 of the crushed tortilla chips in the bottom of the casserole. Cover \nwith half of the beans mixture and half the corn and olives. Top with \nanother 1\/3 of the crushed chips. Cover with the remaining beans, corn \nand olives.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle the final 1\/3 of chips over top. Cover with \naluminium foil tightly and place in the preheated oven. Bake for about \n40 minutes. Uncover and scatter the cheese over top.\u0026nbsp; Return to the oven\n and bake for a further 5\u0026nbsp; minutes to melt the cheese. Remove and let \nstand for 5 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tNqgrs7EYsE\/WMVeUc6HO5I\/AAAAAAAAzaw\/UX80bh5wPeQPQOLRrEWpfu_0tsDR2gIkwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1063.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tNqgrs7EYsE\/WMVeUc6HO5I\/AAAAAAAAzaw\/UX80bh5wPeQPQOLRrEWpfu_0tsDR2gIkwCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1063.JPG\" width=\"382\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe product I used in this was the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/6\/passata-in-pet-bottle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECirio Classica Pasatta\u003C\/a\u003E.  Cirio’s unique experience and expertise has resulted in the finest Italian Passata. Perfectly smooth and velvety with a sweet, delicate flavour, round Italian tomatoes are peeled and passed through a fine sieve to produce a creamy Passata that is thick and delicious.\u0026nbsp; It is available in glass bottles, tetra bricks and the newer PET bottles.\u0026nbsp; I quite like these newer bottles.\u0026nbsp; They have a nice shape and are unbreakable, always a plus in my books!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-15MJltHUv88\/WMVeWi0zijI\/AAAAAAAAza0\/rXQTe5VIEvYI3PRhj6V7huoJm3KzlffqwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN1064.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"366\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-15MJltHUv88\/WMVeWi0zijI\/AAAAAAAAza0\/rXQTe5VIEvYI3PRhj6V7huoJm3KzlffqwCLcB\/s400\/DSCN1064.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI really hope you will try this recipe.\u0026nbsp; Its simple, easy and economical, and if you do, make sure to use a good quality tomato.\u0026nbsp; In a recipe where the tomatoes are the star, quality shows.\u0026nbsp; Thanks Cirio.\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FIX6bkHbm4s\/WI3rPTrXZYI\/AAAAAAAAsqc\/-u-pBAi6SRAoWPLIg00YKlQbbvKMH-72wCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0716.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FIX6bkHbm4s\/WI3rPTrXZYI\/AAAAAAAAsqc\/-u-pBAi6SRAoWPLIg00YKlQbbvKMH-72wCLcB\/s400\/DSCN0716.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nOh, I do love a good lasagne.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Oftimes we will sto ourselves from making it as it can be a somewhat complicated dish, but this simple lasagne can be whiped u any time and what I love most about it is the simplicity of flavours.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; A simple tomato sauce, layered with bechamel and cheese . . .\u0026nbsp; amongst sheets of pasta, and baked until golden.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; It is so good.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; And it is the simplicity of the flavours which make it even more delicious.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-nCrApdW6Q84\/WI3rZkT35PI\/AAAAAAAAsrM\/lSIkDyberUUU7izi140hkqur1gv-JYlzACEw\/s1600\/DSCN0717.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-nCrApdW6Q84\/WI3rZkT35PI\/AAAAAAAAsrM\/lSIkDyberUUU7izi140hkqur1gv-JYlzACEw\/s400\/DSCN0717.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI like to use the ready made sheets of fresh lasagne that you can buy.\u0026nbsp; Over here in the UK, they are about the size of my lasagna dish, so I just lay them in the dish with no faffing about. \u0026nbsp; In North America or if you are using dried pasta, you may have to semi cook it first.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-aO9d_Sodd-M\/WI3ryFalZMI\/AAAAAAAAsq4\/CJZpELTmUigU_L4M4-5Nmbc2IF0sSDRvwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0718.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-aO9d_Sodd-M\/WI3ryFalZMI\/AAAAAAAAsq4\/CJZpELTmUigU_L4M4-5Nmbc2IF0sSDRvwCLcB\/s400\/DSCN0718.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nWhen I had a growing family nobody had even contemplated the\u0026nbsp; idea of using fresh pasta, or making your own pasta.\u0026nbsp; Nowadays its considered quite normal to do both of those things. We have come a long, long way.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-SJH1uQIurCE\/WI3r0k6hD2I\/AAAAAAAAsq8\/cwLihftcz3gNwGO2v_EJiXMGKGyONuubwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0719.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-SJH1uQIurCE\/WI3r0k6hD2I\/AAAAAAAAsq8\/cwLihftcz3gNwGO2v_EJiXMGKGyONuubwCLcB\/s320\/DSCN0719.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nYou don't miss having any meat in this dish at all. The richness of that luxurious bechamel more than makes up for any lack . . . and the tomato sauce . . . simple and yet sublime. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-zJd0S3X75xY\/WI3r-DE-3kI\/AAAAAAAAsrE\/feRYmJHiOPs8Iu9dNp8B2qhhRjygPz9vQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0720.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-zJd0S3X75xY\/WI3r-DE-3kI\/AAAAAAAAsrE\/feRYmJHiOPs8Iu9dNp8B2qhhRjygPz9vQCLcB\/s400\/DSCN0720.JPG\" width=\"392\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;It goes almost without saying that when the tomato is going to be the star of the dish you will want to use a really good Italian Tinned Tomato.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"irc_mi i34_hqIvWncs-pQOPx8XEepE\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocado.com\/productImages\/539\/53926011_0_640x640.jpg?identifier=74f664953ddb8f04af4648bc507b0f19\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI love \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/listall\/1\/tomatoes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio Chopped Tomatoes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, authentically Italian, right to their core.\u0026nbsp; You can almost taste that warm Italian sunshine.\u0026nbsp; They are so delicious I cannot resist eating a spoonful each time I open a tin.\u0026nbsp; (Don't judge me.\u0026nbsp; We all have our weaknesses and this is one of mine!)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tQuyIo-vSeo\/WI3sdEo8AlI\/AAAAAAAAsrU\/ZhfAeK3EN7o7y564ZUGh2rebm4bPZqxYACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0723.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tQuyIo-vSeo\/WI3sdEo8AlI\/AAAAAAAAsrU\/ZhfAeK3EN7o7y564ZUGh2rebm4bPZqxYACLcB\/s400\/DSCN0723.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe sauce is quite simple . . .\u0026nbsp; just tinned tomatoes, infused garlic olive oil, basil and seasoning, simmered together until all of the flavours have melded beautifully together.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; You could not ask for a nicer dish.\u0026nbsp; Of course you can make some additions as per your own preferences . . .\u0026nbsp; some cheese, perhaps a dollop or two of pesto, wilted spinach . . .\u0026nbsp; but I like to keep it simple.\u0026nbsp; Why mess with perfection??\u0026nbsp; With some garlic bread and a salad on the side,\u0026nbsp; this is truly Divine.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-7nRO5V4u5AY\/WI3sd1Pbr0I\/AAAAAAAAsrY\/wOTfPrJFEuIPOMSX-sSz4eWT9zYXD4wVwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0724.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"356\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-7nRO5V4u5AY\/WI3sd1Pbr0I\/AAAAAAAAsrY\/wOTfPrJFEuIPOMSX-sSz4eWT9zYXD4wVwCLcB\/s400\/DSCN0724.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Tomato Lasagne*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 6 to 8\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/tomato-lasagna\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis is simple, \nuncomplicated, straightforward and delicious.\u0026nbsp; A delicious tomato sauce,\n with some cheese, lasagna sheets and a good bechamel.\u0026nbsp; You can dress it\n up by adding some different cheeses, such as goat's cheese, or a few \ndollops of pesto, or some grilled\u0026nbsp; vegetables between the layers.\u0026nbsp; What \nyou have here is a canvas to write your own story upon . . .\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EFor the Tomato Sauce:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 TBS good quality olive oil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3 cloves of garlic, peeled and mashed slightly\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3 14-oz tins of chopped tomatoes in their own juice\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n(I like to use a good Italian brand)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nabout a dozen or so torn basil leaves\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EFor the Bechamel:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n125g butter (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n85g plain flour (1\/2 cup plus 2 TBS)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 pints of whole milk, warmed (5 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nfreshly grated nutmeg\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EAlso:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n12 ounces of fresh lasagne sheets\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n85g freshly grated Parmesan Cheese (3 ounces)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n170g grated mozarella or a mixture of mozarella, cheddar, fontina, etc. (6 ounces)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n(In other words which cheese you are in the mood to eat, or what you have on hand)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nbutter to dot or additional Parmesan to sprinkle (optional)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-et45buem4qs\/WI3taPmtOiI\/AAAAAAAAsr8\/y0bztcVYIK4_C1qcDt4TD8vWvKmXssDhQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0726.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-et45buem4qs\/WI3taPmtOiI\/AAAAAAAAsr8\/y0bztcVYIK4_C1qcDt4TD8vWvKmXssDhQCLcB\/s400\/DSCN0726.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nFor the sauce, place the oil in a saucepan and heat it til fairly warm.\u0026nbsp;\n Add the garlic and cook until it becomes quite fragrant.\u0026nbsp; Add the \ntomatoes and a good pinch of salt.\u0026nbsp; Bring to the boil and then reduce \nthe heat to a simmer.\u0026nbsp; Cook for about 20 minutes or so until it \nresembled a sauce.\u0026nbsp; Add the basil and 1 cup of hot water towards the end\n of the cooking time.\u0026nbsp; Puree until smooth with a stick blender, or very \ncarefully in a regular blender.\u0026nbsp; (You can either leave the garlic in, or\n remove it as you wish.)\u0026nbsp; Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt and \nsome pepper if required.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTo make the bechamel, melt the butter in\n a saucepan and then whisk in the flour.\u0026nbsp; Cook for several minutes over \nlow heat and then slowly whisk in the warm milk.\u0026nbsp; Cook and stir until \nthe sauce thickens and is smooth.\u0026nbsp; Season with salt, pepper and a bit of\n freshly grated nutmeg to taste.\u0026nbsp; Cook for an additional 5 minutes or so\n on low heat, until you have a very thick and smooth sauce.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPre-heat\n the oven to 180*C\/350*F.\u0026nbsp; Butter a deep 8 1\/2 by 12 inch baking dish.\u0026nbsp; \nDrizzle the bottom with some of the bechamel.\u0026nbsp; Put a slightly \noverlapping layer of the lasagne sheets over the bechamel.\u0026nbsp; Dollop with \nsome of the tomato sauce, spreading it out.\u0026nbsp; Dollop another two hefty \nspoonfuls of bechamel over top and then a layer of the cheeses.\u0026nbsp; Add \nanother layer of lasagne, and then repeat with the tomato, bechamel and \ncheese as before, and then again, repeating the layers one more time, \nfinishing with a final layer of lasagne and a few tablespoons of tomato \nsauce and a good portion of bechamel.\u0026nbsp; You can sprinkle with some \nadditional parmesan cheese if you desire, or dot with some butter.\u0026nbsp; \nPlace in the heated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, until it is \nbubbling and golden brown on top.\u0026nbsp; Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before \ncutting into squares to serve. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NcBSPfhQ07A\/WI3tdc-MVwI\/AAAAAAAAssA\/d_7XitFfZYoGRl-cHYU7Vklp26Fh9M6fgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0728.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NcBSPfhQ07A\/WI3tdc-MVwI\/AAAAAAAAssA\/d_7XitFfZYoGRl-cHYU7Vklp26Fh9M6fgCLcB\/s400\/DSCN0728.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis makes a great no fuss simple and economical weeknight supper.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/6991809824517751865\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/01\/tomato-lasagne.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6991809824517751865"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6991809824517751865"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/01\/tomato-lasagne.html","title":"Tomato Lasagne"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FIX6bkHbm4s\/WI3rPTrXZYI\/AAAAAAAAsqc\/-u-pBAi6SRAoWPLIg00YKlQbbvKMH-72wCLcB\/s72-c\/DSCN0716.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6874346015186301699"},"published":{"$t":"2016-09-20T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-09-20T04:00:27.700+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Leftovers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Light Suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple lunches"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Warm Salads"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Hot Turkey Taco Salad"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9060_zps2h8znizq.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9060_zps2h8znizq.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYesterday I promised to show you something today that you can use up some of the leftover roast turkey in and here it is, a delicious Hot Turkey Taco Salad.\u0026nbsp; It should be noted that you can also use freshly ground turkey as well, so you don't have to have leftover cooked turkey for this, but if you do, this is a really tasty way to use some of it up!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9061_zpsnlwy9sdx.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9061_zpsnlwy9sdx.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI really love Taco Salads.\u0026nbsp; I think they are one of my most favourite kinds of main meal salads, and this one is really nice because it is served warm and not cold . . .\u0026nbsp; kind of like a Turkey Taco Salad Casserole.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9058_zps54wg4yhq.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9058_zps54wg4yhq.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe turkey for this is heated through with a Taco Seasoning spice mixture and some other bits.\u0026nbsp; (See my mix in the right hand side column for Taco seasoning.)\u0026nbsp; If you can't make your own, feel free to use a store bought preparation.\u0026nbsp; I like to make my own however.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9062_zps8scx9vpf.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9062_zps8scx9vpf.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nChopped onion and green pepper is added, along with some stock and tomato puree.\u0026nbsp; I like to use the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/14\/tomato-puree\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESuper Cirio Tomato Puree\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Its no secret I am a fan of their products.\u0026nbsp; Their puree is nice and thick, a double concentrate,\u0026nbsp; and has a lovely flavour.\u0026nbsp; Not too acidic or tinny tasting as some are, and you can also get it in convenient little pots which each contain about 2 TBS, so there is no need to open up a whole tube, or tin or jar.\u0026nbsp; Although they also make it in those sizes as well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo d80d8ccb7b8127fe4e7fb5713703440b_zpsdrikgq56.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/d80d8ccb7b8127fe4e7fb5713703440b_zpsdrikgq56.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese work very well for me as there is no waste and I find that when I open larger jars or tins, I end up having to throw most of it away as it never gets used up in time.\u0026nbsp; Now back to the salad.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9062_zps8scx9vpf.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9062_zps8scx9vpf.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nCrushed tortilla chips go on the bottom of individual casserole dishes.\u0026nbsp; (You can also use one larger dish if you want.\u0026nbsp; I like the individual ones myself)\u0026nbsp; Then you top the crushed tortilla chips with heated refried beans.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9063_zpsk7grltgt.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9063_zpsk7grltgt.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI like a spicy one, but you can use whichever brand you prefer.\u0026nbsp; I think a bit of spice is nice.\u0026nbsp; You top the beans with the hot turkey mixture and then grate cheese over top.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9064_zpsyguvazwn.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9064_zpsyguvazwn.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou then pop it under the grill (broiler) to melt the cheese.\u0026nbsp; Top with some shredded lettuce and your favourite taco toppings and you have one very delicious light supper or lunch that the whole family will enjoy!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9065_zpsutrdry3r.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9065_zpsutrdry3r.jpg\" width=\"381\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Hot Turkey Taco Salad*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/hot-turkey-taco-salad\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n is simple and delicious.\u0026nbsp; You can use either ground turkey for this or \nleftover cooked turkey, cubed.\u0026nbsp; Either way it is fabulous.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS oil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 pound of turkey (raw lean ground, or cubed cooked, about 2 cups of the cooked)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 small onion, peeled and diced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 small green pepper, trimmed and diced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 recipe of my taco seasoning (see my right hand side bar)\u003C\/div\u003E\n(Alternately you can use an envelope of taco seasoning mix)\u003C\/div\u003E\n120ml chicken stock (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS lime juice\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 TBS tomato puree (tomato paste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 small handfuls of salted tortilla crisps (chops)\u003C\/div\u003E\n120g grated strong cheddar cheese (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tin of refried beans (you can use low fat, the 16 oz tin or the 425g tin)\u003C\/div\u003E\nYour favourite taco salad toppings (ie. chopped tomatoes, black olives, spring onions, sour cream, shredded lettuce, etc.)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9066_zpsiganphok.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9066_zpsiganphok.jpg\" width=\"385\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat\n the oil in a skillet.\u0026nbsp; Add the onion and green pepper.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring,\n for several minutes until it begins to soften.\u0026nbsp; Add the ground turkey, \nor the leftover turkey.\u0026nbsp; Cook and scramble over medium heat until the \nturkey is browned and cooked through.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle the taco seasoning over\n top.\u0026nbsp; Add the stock, lime juice and tomato puree.\u0026nbsp; Give it a good stir \nand then simmer for several minutes to help the flavours meld.\u0026nbsp; Taste \nand adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper if desired.\u0026nbsp; Keep warm.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nTip the refried beans into a microwavable bowl.\u0026nbsp; Heat in the microwave on high for about 60 second.\u003C\/div\u003E\nCrumble\n one handful of tortilla chips each into the bottoms of four individual \ncasserole dishes or one large one. (if you are using a large one, \ncrumble them all into this.)\u0026nbsp; Spoon the warmed refried beans over top, \ndividing it equally amongst the dishes.\u0026nbsp; Top each with an equal amount \nof the warm turkey mixture.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle 30 grams (1\/4 cup) of grated \ncheese over each.\u0026nbsp; (Alternately do all these steps into one big dish if \nyou using one dish, spreading all out evenly)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the grill to high.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Pop the dishes\/dish beneath the grill to melt the \ncheese, about 2 to 4\u0026nbsp; minutes.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Serve hot with your favourite taco \nsalad toppings!\u0026nbsp; Delicious!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN9067_zpsuamv5fpo.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN9067_zpsuamv5fpo.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI hope you will give this a try.\u0026nbsp; I think its something you will really enjoy!\u0026nbsp; I know we sure do!\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit! "},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/6874346015186301699\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/09\/hot-turkey-taco-salad.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6874346015186301699"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6874346015186301699"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/09\/hot-turkey-taco-salad.html","title":"Hot Turkey Taco Salad"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-7116894997540114586"},"published":{"$t":"2016-09-07T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-09-07T04:00:39.866+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Comfort Foods"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Comfort Spaghetti"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1105.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAs you probably all know by now, the Toddster is not a huge fan of pasta.\u0026nbsp; In our almost sixteen years of marriage I have not been able to convince him that is it anything other than yuck., although in all fairness he does tolerate it a bit better now.\u0026nbsp; Its still not his favourite and he will be the first to tell you\u0026nbsp; he doesn't like Italian food.\u0026nbsp; I haven't yet been able to convince him that they eat a lot more than pasta and pizza in Italy, but I'm working on it.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1104.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI, on the other hand, LOVE pasta.\u0026nbsp; I have been known to just sit and eat a bowl full of buttered pasta with salt and pepper on it. \u0026nbsp; Todd was away for dinner today and so I took what I had to hand and created my own simple and tasty pasta dish.\u0026nbsp; Coz that's what you do when the cat's away.\u0026nbsp; You play.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1086.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt's nothing complicated.\u0026nbsp; You may not even see it as actually being a recipe per se . . . but i\u003Ci\u003Et was\u003C\/i\u003E incredibly delicious, easy and satisfied my hunger for pasta in a most wonderful way.\u0026nbsp; I fell off my diet wagon big time here, because I think I actually \u003Ci\u003Ekind\u003C\/i\u003E of ate 1 1\/2 helpings of it . . . okay . . . I \u003Ci\u003EDID\u003C\/i\u003E eat 1 1\/2 helpings of it, I confess . . . yes, it was \u003Ci\u003Ethat \u003C\/i\u003Egood.\u0026nbsp; (I did use whole wheat pasta, if that helps.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; And I think it does.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1095.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt was quick, quick, quick . . . it took me 8 minutes to boil my pasta and 2 minutes later I had a lovely,\u0026nbsp; bowl of this wonderfully tasty dish sitting in front of me.\u0026nbsp; I am rather lazy sometimes and quick and easy always works for me.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1097.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI am a great fan of good quality tinned Italian tomatoes.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; They are soooo good!\u0026nbsp; I don't know if it's the air in Italy, or the sunshine, or the earth . . . but Italian tomatoes are heavenly . . . fresh or tinned, sun dried, etc.\u0026nbsp; They're just the best.\u0026nbsp; In a dish where tomatoes are going to be the main ingredient, I always use a good quality Italian tinned tomato for this.\u0026nbsp; The basil came from my garden and I also always have good quality Parmigiano Reggiano in my fridge.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1092.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nhere is a simple truth . . . you don't have to go to Italy or spend a fortune to get good dried pasta.\u0026nbsp; I use a supermarket's best brand,\u0026nbsp; and it's as good as any Italian brand in my opinion.\u0026nbsp; The only way I would splurge and buy an \u003Ci\u003Eactual\u003C\/i\u003E Italian brand of pasta would be to get a special shape that I couldn't\u0026nbsp; find otherwise . . . like buggatini. (I was actually watching America's Test Kitchen the other day and they were testing out pasta brands and the clear winner was NOT an Italian brand at all . . . so don't be taken in and spend extra money when you don't really need to.\u0026nbsp; I wouldn't buy the saver's brand . . . but I wouldn't pimp for the so-called best brand name types either.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1081.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe most important elements of this dish are the cheese, the tomatoes, the basil and the garlic.\u0026nbsp; I infused the butter with the flavours of garlic and lemon, which went a long way towards flavouring this \"fresh\" sauce.\u0026nbsp; The only herb I used was fresh Basil which I cut in the chiffonade style.\u0026nbsp; (Very easy, just roll up into a cigar and cut into thin slices with a sharp knife.\u0026nbsp; That's chiffonade.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1091.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnyways, to make a long story short . . . good and simple ingredients . . . put together in a simple way . . . quick to make . . . delicious to eat.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1090.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMake some.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1089.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Comfort Spaghetti*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EServes 2\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/spaghetti-comfort\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI didn't know what \nelse to call this.\u0026nbsp; Spaghetti with a comfort sauce. \u0026nbsp; Plain and simple \ningredients put together beautifully.\u0026nbsp; Grab your spoon and fork, you're \ngoing to love this\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n4 ounces dry spaghetti (1\/4 pound)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n50g of finely grated parmesan cheese (about 1\/4 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 tsp unsalted butter\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nthe juice of 1\/2 lemon\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 fat clove of garlic, peeled and degermed and bashed\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 tsp finely grated lemon zest (from an unwaxed lemon)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\na small handful of fresh basil leaves, chiffonade\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 425g tin of chopped Italian Tomatoes, drained\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nfine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"351\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SAM_1099.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPlace\n your butter into a microwaveable dish along with the garlic clove.\u0026nbsp; \nNuke in the microwave for about 30 seconds, until the butter is melted \nand you can smell the garlic.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the lemon zest and juice, and set\n aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBring a large pot of lightly salted water to the boil.\u0026nbsp; \nAdd the spaghetti and cook according to your package directions for al \ndente.\u0026nbsp; Leave the drained tomatoes in the strainer.\u0026nbsp; Once the pasta is \ndone, pour it over the drained tomatoes in the strainer and drain well.\u0026nbsp;\n (This helps to heat up the tinned tomatoes.)\u0026nbsp; Return the spaghetti and \ntomatoes to the saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Tip in the garlic butter, the cheese and the \nbasil leaves.\u0026nbsp; (To chiffonade, roll the leaves into a tight cylinder and\n then slice them crosswise into thin strips.)\u0026nbsp; Toss together to coat the\n spaghetti.\u0026nbsp; Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black \npepper.\u0026nbsp; Divide into two pasta bowls and serve.\u0026nbsp; I like to pass more \nparmesan cheese at the table.\u0026nbsp; (You can never have too much parmesan!)\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI know you get tired of me telling you about these tomatoes, but when I find something which is great I just need to talk about it whenever I can.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"irc_mi i34_hqIvWncs-pQOPx8XEepE\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocado.com\/productImages\/539\/53926011_0_640x640.jpg?identifier=74f664953ddb8f04af4648bc507b0f19\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI love, LOVE \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/lwlink3.linkwithin.com\/api\/click?format=go\u0026amp;jsonp=vglnk_147317503716112\u0026amp;key=503c38809682907e0e07931326b1c03d\u0026amp;libId=isrmbsqw01012xfu000DAmry5vwpo\u0026amp;loc=http%3A%2F%2Ftheenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk%2F2016%2F08%2Foven-baked-spicy-chicken-tacos.html\u0026amp;v=1\u0026amp;out=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cirio1856.co.uk%2Fen%2Fproducts%2Flistall%2F1%2Ftomatoes\u0026amp;ref=http%3A%2F%2Ftheenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk%2Fsearch%2Flabel%2FCirio\u0026amp;title=The%20English%20Kitchen%3A%20Oven-Baked%20Spicy%20Chicken%20Tacos\u0026amp;txt=%3Cb%3ECirio%20Chopped%20Tomatoes%3C%2Fb%3E\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ethese tomatoes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; I have been known to just sit and eat them out of the tin . . . with a spoon.\u0026nbsp; Seriously. \u0026nbsp; These are the next best thing to fresh tomatoes in my opinion, and trust me when I say when tomatoes are the main ingredient in any dish . . .\u0026nbsp; you only want the BEST.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nComiendo Feliz!"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/7116894997540114586\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/09\/comfort-spaghetti.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7116894997540114586"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7116894997540114586"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/09\/comfort-spaghetti.html","title":"Comfort Spaghetti"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6274833089229510352"},"published":{"$t":"2016-08-17T04:00:00.001+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2022-01-20T13:04:35.865+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family favourites"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tacos"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tex Mex"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8559_zpspwgpqbxv.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMaking Mexican (Tex Mex) food here in the UK has always presented me with somewhat of a challenge.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EAlthough there are certainly many more ingredients available these days in the grocery shops than there were when I first\u0026nbsp; moved over here,\u0026nbsp; they are quite Briticized and not everything that I am used to using is available.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; But that's okay.\u0026nbsp; I adapt.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8560_zpshcjun1mc.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI adapted this recipe from one I found on the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oldelpaso.com\/blog\/easy-oven-baked-spicy-chicken-tacos\/8d4f5250-16b6-4669-8117-576f8ae060b6?crlt.pid=camp.JCSBlmbOyBOJ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EOld El Paso Web Site\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EWe've only just gotten the stand and stuff taco shells over here, but there is a great tutorial for \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.forksandspoon.net\/baked-taco-shells\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Emaking your own here\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8561_zpsiqqima5w.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"626\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOld El Paso Spicy Taco seasoning isn't available here.\u0026nbsp; Instead they have Garlic Paprika Taco Seasoning mix.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EIt's probably the same thing, but uses spanish smoked paprika, which is quite hot and spicy so it worked well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8562_zpsujzjsnpv.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNo such thing as tinned green chillies either, but that is also okay. I just use fresh green chillies which I deseed, trim and chop and then soften along with the onions.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI have always done this over here in the UK when it calles for tinned green chillies and it works well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8564_zpsaaan8bpw.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI keep telling\u0026nbsp; myself that I am going to buy a mitt full of green chillies one day and roast my own, but I never do\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; and so I just use them fresh.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI don't really like my food super hot anyways.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8565_zpsi9oru0hr.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese were really, really nice.\u0026nbsp; I made my husband's with soft stand and stuff tacos because he doesn't like really hard food and those worked well also.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8565_zpsi9oru0hr.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI served them with our favourite garnishes of chopped peppers, onions, olives, shredded lettuce and sour cream.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Very scrumptious indeed!\u0026nbsp; And so simple and quick to make!\u0026nbsp; Now if we could only get the Mexican cheese.\u0026nbsp; I used a mix of Strong Cheddar and Jack.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8567_zpsz6jmgtvl.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Oven Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 10\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/oven-baked-spicy-chicken-a\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nSimple and delicious.\u0026nbsp; A real family pleaser.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 pound cooked, shredded chicken\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 packet hot and spicy taco seasoning\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and diced\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 clove garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 400g diced tomatoes, drained well (14.5 ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 green chilies, trimmed and chopped (discard seeds and ribs)\u003C\/div\u003E\n10 taco shells\u003C\/div\u003E\n10 TBS refried beans\u003C\/div\u003E\n240g of grated cheese (I use a mix of strong cheddar and jack) (2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\nTo serve:\u003C\/div\u003E\nyour favourite taco toppings such as sliced jalapenos, sour cream, salsa, chopped coriander, shredded lettuce, etc.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8571_zpsnswgofwr.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 6.\u0026nbsp; Spray a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat\n the oil in a large skillet.\u0026nbsp; Add the onion and chilies.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring\n frequently until softened.\u0026nbsp; Add the garlic.\u0026nbsp; Cook until fragrant and \nthen add the chicken, taco seasoning and drained tomatoes.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Reduce to \nlow and then cook for five to eight minutes so that the flavours meld.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPlace\n the taco shells in the baking dish, open side up, next to each other.\u0026nbsp; \nPlace a TBS of beans in the bottom of each.\u0026nbsp; Top with a portion of the \nchicken mixture.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle generously with the grated cheese.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake\n for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and the edges of the\n shells are golden.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot with your favourite toppings.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" border=\"0\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/DSCN8563_zpsjlfycdlx.jpg\" title=\"Oven-Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOf course it goes without saying I used \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/listall\/1\/tomatoes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio Tomatoes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E for this.\u0026nbsp; They really are the best!\u0026nbsp; But then you already knew that I am sure.\u0026nbsp; ☺\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Cirio Tomatoes\" class=\"irc_mi i34_hqIvWncs-pQOPx8XEepE\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocado.com\/productImages\/539\/53926011_0_640x640.jpg?identifier=74f664953ddb8f04af4648bc507b0f19\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;\" title=\"Cirio Tomatoes\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/listall\/1\/tomatoes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio Chopped Tomatoes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\n . . .\u0026nbsp; 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The ones I give away go to the charity shop.\u0026nbsp; Of course most of them are cookery books . . .\u0026nbsp; and that makes it even more difficult to decide, and it takes a lot of effort on my part and yes, sacrifice.\u0026nbsp; I have decided though that if there are not more than one or two recipes in a book that I would actually cook, no matter how beautiful it is, it has to go.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"irc_mi i34_hqIvWncs-pQOPx8XEepE\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/564x\/eb\/6a\/2f\/eb6a2f194c39e033c8b2791b02f0aacf.jpg\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;\" width=\"243\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIn The Mood for Food, by Jo Pratt is a book I have had for several years.\u0026nbsp; I think we were living down in Brenchley when I got it.\u0026nbsp; I got to looking through it the other day and couldn't think why I hadn't been cooking from it, because it was chockerblock full of tasty recipes and healthy ones as well.\u0026nbsp; Spoilt for choice I guess!\u0026nbsp; I am just spoilt for choice!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8160_zpsknosztdl.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8160_zpsknosztdl.jpg\" width=\"368\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe recipe for Chianti Baked Meatballs just jumped out at me and I had to make it. It sounded very easy and very delicious and I had everything I needed in the house to make them, even the Chianti!\u0026nbsp; I thought I better use some of it before it turned into vinegar!\u0026nbsp; (We don't drink alcohol, but I do use it for cooking purposes.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8161_zpsybprowwt.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8161_zpsybprowwt.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThere is very little fat in the recipe, just a bit of olive oil used to brown the meatballs in the oven.\u0026nbsp; In all truth I didn't use any at all.\u0026nbsp; Because the meatballs are baked in an oven proof skillet, I simply sprayed my skillet with a bit of low fat cooking spray.\u0026nbsp; It worked a treat.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8162_zpsaeajibvc.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8162_zpsaeajibvc.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe sauce is very simple . . .\u0026nbsp; just tinned tomatoes and some seasoning and of course the chianti.\u0026nbsp; I always have tinned tomatoes in larder.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; You know my favourite ones by now I am sure, but I'll remind you . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"irc_mi i34_hqIvWncs-pQOPx8XEepE\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ocado.com\/productImages\/539\/53926011_0_640x640.jpg?identifier=74f664953ddb8f04af4648bc507b0f19\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/listall\/1\/tomatoes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio Chopped Tomatoes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E . . .\u0026nbsp; authentically Italian. \u0026nbsp; They are so good I could just eat them out of the tin with a spoon, and do from time to time.\u0026nbsp; (Don't judge me!)\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; In a recipe where the tomatoes are going to be one of the stars, you want really good ones, and these are the best!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8163_zpsf2kgp4dn.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8163_zpsf2kgp4dn.jpg\" width=\"384\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTrust me on this. \u0026nbsp; They are the best. \u0026nbsp; I had mine with some whole wheat spaghetti\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; the Toddster had his with potatoes, mash to be exact. \u0026nbsp; Everybody was happy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp; \u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8164_zpswubm8fho.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8164_zpswubm8fho.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;Tender meatballs filled with lots of flavour and a bit of zip, in a simple and tasty sauce.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; This was a winner\/winner Meatball Dinner!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8169_zps1xrr1wn6.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8169_zps1xrr1wn6.jpg\" width=\"390\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Chianti Baked Meatballs*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/chianti-baked-meatballs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nHearty\n and delicious.\u0026nbsp; You can serve with whatever type of pasta you enjoy, or\n even mashed or roasted potatoes.\u0026nbsp; The sauce is fabulously tasty!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EFor the meatballs:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n500g lean steak mince (1 1\/4 pounds extra lean ground beef)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and finely minced (in all truth I grate it, so there are no big chunks\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nwhich helps the meatballs stay together better)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n50g stoned black olives, finely chopped (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n50g soft bread crumbs (scant cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n25g finely grated Parmesan cheese (3 TBS)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium free range egg, beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp sweet paprika\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\u0026nbsp; finely chopped red chilli (or to taste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 to 3 TBS finely choped fresh parsley\u003C\/div\u003E\nsea salt and freshly ground black pepper\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EFor the sauce:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n250ml Chianti wine (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 X 400g tins of chopped tomatoes in juice (14 ounce tins)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 tsp caster sugar\u003C\/div\u003E\na large handful of chopped basil.\u003C\/div\u003E\nGrated Parmesan to serve, optional\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8167_zpsnt9ylu0e.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8167_zpsnt9ylu0e.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 220*C\/425*F\/ gas mark 7.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nMix\n all of the meat ball ingredients together well.\u0026nbsp; Shape into balls using\n wet hands.\u0026nbsp; You will get about 12 large or 20 small.\u0026nbsp; Place the olive \noil for the sauce into a large oven proof skillet.\u0026nbsp; Add the meatballs \nand turn to coat.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Pour \nover the Chianti, turning the meatballs to coat.\u0026nbsp; Return to the oven for\n 10 minutes longer.\u0026nbsp; Remove and stir in the chopped tomatoes, sugar and \nbasil.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Return to the oven and roast for a further 20 to 25 minutes, \nuntil the sauce is bubbling and thickened.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServe immediately with your favourite pasta or roasted potatoes and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8165_zpsc2quxzc2.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"233\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8165_zpsc2quxzc2.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSimple to make, easy, delicious and healthy. Works well for me!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/268972266436855856\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/07\/chianti-baked-meatballs.html#comment-form","title":"3 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/268972266436855856"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/268972266436855856"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/07\/chianti-baked-meatballs.html","title":"Chianti Baked Meatballs"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"3"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6856939410907540262"},"published":{"$t":"2016-07-12T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-07-12T06:11:20.070+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Crockpot"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family favourites"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"slow cooking"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"soups and stews"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Crockpot Sauerkraut Soup"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7989_zpsfzzdb4fg.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7989_zpsfzzdb4fg.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis is a delicious recipe I adapted from one of my cookerybooks entitled \"Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook\" by Phyllis Pellman Good.\u0026nbsp; Its perfect for those hot summer nights, when you don't want to heat up the kitchen but you want something just a tad bit heartier than a salad!\u0026nbsp; And . . .\u0026nbsp; no surprise here . . .\u0026nbsp; its fabulously delicious!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7990_zps7regmslj.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7990_zps7regmslj.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnd its so simple to make.\u0026nbsp; If you can bang everything into a pot, then you can make this, because . . .\u0026nbsp; that's all it really involves!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7991_zpsftq7i7qv.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7991_zpsftq7i7qv.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou just bang all of the ingredients into the slowcooker\/crockpot, cover it, turn it on and then walk away and get on with your day!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7992_zps3hmxcsjq.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7992_zps3hmxcsjq.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnd it's absolutely flippin' delicious!\u0026nbsp; Simple ingredients thrown together in the tastiest way!\u0026nbsp; It really is fabulous and its quite healthy also.\u0026nbsp; Especially if you use the lower fat smoked sausage, and I do!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo ciriopureepackshot_zpsmdmldbh8.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/ciriopureepackshot_zpsmdmldbh8.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA jar of sauerkraut, some chopped onion, smoked sausage, stock, potatoes, carrots and tomato puree.\u0026nbsp; (Tomato paste to you North Americans)\u0026nbsp; You can't get any easier than that, and the flavours\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; wowsa wowsa!\u0026nbsp; Of course the tomato puree I choose to use is the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E Double Concentrate in the small tubs.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; A simple staple ingredient I keep on hand at all times . . . with a genuine and delicate taste that is both distinctive and unmistakably authentic.I love it!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7993_zpswzskgevh.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7993_zpswzskgevh.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnd I LOVE LOVE this soup.\u0026nbsp; Great flavours, filling, simple and hearty.\u0026nbsp; I like mine with crackers, but the Toddster . . . he's a bread man all the way.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7994_zps5owa3eyk.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7994_zps5owa3eyk.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnd the nice thing is . . .\u0026nbsp; it tastes even better reheated the day after!\u0026nbsp; SCRUMMO YUMMO!\u0026nbsp; I can't wait to make it again.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I always have these ingredients on hand, which means\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; I am always only ever a few hours away from enjoying it!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7995_zpsl2crntxz.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7995_zpsl2crntxz.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Crockpot Sauerkraut Soup*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 8\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/crockpot-sauerkraut-soup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n is a delicious soup which is easy to make and leaves the kitchen cool \nand your hands to get on with other things.\u0026nbsp; It makes a perfect supper \nwhen served with some crusty rolls.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 pound smoked Polish supper, cut into1\/2 inch pieces\u003C\/div\u003E\n5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 large onions peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1\/4 inch coins\u003C\/div\u003E\ngenerous litre of chicken stocks (5 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n680g jar of sauerkraut, drained, rinsed and drained again (2 pound can or bag, 32ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n170g tomato puree (6 ounces tomato paste)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCombine\n all of the ingredients in a large slow cooker, stirring to mix well \ntogether.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Cover and cook on high for two hours and then low for 6 to 8\n hours.\u0026nbsp; Check to make sure the vegetables are tender.\u0026nbsp; If not you may \nneed to cook it a while longer. Spoon into heated bowls to serve.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7996_zpsxys8bmzb.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"387\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN7996_zpsxys8bmzb.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhat you waiting for?\u0026nbsp; Dig in!\u0026nbsp; You know you want to!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/6856939410907540262\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/07\/crockpot-sauerkraut-soup.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6856939410907540262"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6856939410907540262"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/07\/crockpot-sauerkraut-soup.html","title":"Crockpot Sauerkraut Soup"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-7590603025315161133"},"published":{"$t":"2016-06-24T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-06-24T04:00:41.459+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"product reviews"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Quick and Easy"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Salads"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Baked Ravioli with Sweet Peppers"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7663_zps1iuea20d.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"345\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7663_zps1iuea20d.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI had some fresh ravioi in the refrigerator that needed using up the other day and so I created a delicious and quick casserole that went down a real treat. I used a spinach and ricotta variety and these flavours worked very well together, but I am sure they would also work very well with a cheese or a beef ravioli.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7664_zpse5ebhx0z.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7664_zpse5ebhx0z.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt starts by making a simple sauce, using tinned tomatoes . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7665_zpsfn6ijiez.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7665_zpsfn6ijiez.jpg\" width=\"399\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe sauce also has onions, and peppers, so it is a great way to get in several of your five a day.\u0026nbsp; It's delicious.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; You cook your ravioli and then simply stir it into the sauce . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7666_zpsafudvdm5.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7666_zpsafudvdm5.jpg\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPour the whole lot into a baking dish and then top with grated cheese.\u0026nbsp; If you use low fat (which works fine) you can't go wrong. \u0026nbsp; A tiny bit of what pleases goes a long way.\u0026nbsp; This was delicious!\u0026nbsp; Simple to make, healthy and very tasty!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7668_zpsor52bsr1.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7668_zpsor52bsr1.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Baked Ravioli with Sweet Peppers*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4 - 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/baked-ravioli-with-sweet-peppers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nA\n great supper dish which makes good use of store cupboard ingredients.\u0026nbsp; \nYou can use fresh or dried ravioli.\u0026nbsp; It's up to you.\u0026nbsp; Simple and \ndelicious!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled, halved and cut thinly into half moons\u003C\/div\u003E\n225g of frozen grilled mixed peppers (scant half pound of 8 ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n(alternately you can use 1 each red and yellow pepper, deseeded and sliced)\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp dried thyme leaves\u003C\/div\u003E\npinch hot pepper flakes\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 (400g) tins of chopped tomatoes in juice, undrained (14 ounce tins)\u003C\/div\u003E\npinch sugar\u003C\/div\u003E\nlarge handful of fresh basil or flat leaf parsley, coarsley chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n500g small filled ravioli or cappelitti (1 pound)\u003C\/div\u003E\n75g of gruyere or medium cheddar cheese, grated (2\/3 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS freshly grated Parmesan Cheese\u003C\/div\u003E\nfine sea salt and black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7684_zpspybc2jea.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7684_zpspybc2jea.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPut\n a pot of lightly salted water on to boil for cooking the ravioli.\u0026nbsp; \nPreheat the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Butter a large shallow \nbaking dish.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7685_zps5ekh1lsg.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7685_zps5ekh1lsg.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat the oil in a large pan.\u0026nbsp; Add \nthe onions and peppers.\u0026nbsp; Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes until \nsoftened.\u0026nbsp; (If you are using fresh peppers, it will take a bit longer.)\u0026nbsp;\n Add the garlic, thyme and chili flakes.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring, for a few more\n minutes.\u0026nbsp; Tip in the tomatoes, sugar and basil or parsley.\u0026nbsp; Season to \ntaste with salt and black pepper.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Simmer, uncovered for about 15 \nminutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7692_zpsds9yrr0a.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7692_zpsds9yrr0a.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCook the ravioli according to the package \ndirections.\u0026nbsp; Drain well.\u0026nbsp; Carefully tip into the tomato mixture and \ngently fold together.\u0026nbsp; Pour into the prepared baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Scatter both\n grated cheeses over top.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7694_zpsfbosj5jj.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7694_zpsfbosj5jj.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.\u0026nbsp; Serve immediately.\u0026nbsp; A salad goes nicely with this. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7695_zpscymajlik.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7695_zpscymajlik.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA simple raw vegetable salad on the side made up a complete meal.\u0026nbsp; I got a new Spiralizer the other day and I have been using it as much as I can.\u0026nbsp; It's salad season and this handy machine certainly adds interest and texture to your summer salads!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7669_zpsalqfkvx3.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7669_zpsalqfkvx3.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/ICO-Vegetable-Spiralizer-Spaghetti-available\/dp\/B00NV9PV8I\/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1466698285\u0026amp;sr=8-1\u0026amp;keywords=ico+vegetable+spiralizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EICO Vegetable Spiralizer \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Eis very easy to use.\u0026nbsp; Once I realized that I had to unscrew the handle and put it back on the right way it worked a real treat!\u0026nbsp; (It was on backwards to get it to fit into the box!)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7670_zpsujf6gnmd.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7670_zpsujf6gnmd.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNot only was it easy to use, but it was fun to use!\u0026nbsp; I could watch the vegetables churning out the end for hours.\u0026nbsp; Well, maybe not hours, but it was fun!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7672_zpscdjqiife.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7672_zpscdjqiife.jpg\" width=\"372\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI did carrots, turnips and courgettes.\u0026nbsp; What a pretty combination!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; All went through the spiralizer with ease and came out beautifully.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7671_zpsykrepnar.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7671_zpsykrepnar.jpg\" \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/ICO-Vegetable-Spiralizer-Spaghetti-available\/dp\/B00NV9PV8I\/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1465241631\u0026amp;sr=8-1-spell\u0026amp;keywords=ico+spiralizdr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E ICO Spiralizer \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E(Black Aluminium)\u0026nbsp; from Impeccable Culinary Objects is the essential kitchen gadget for losing weight and eating more fruit and vegetables in an easy and fun way. Make healthy cooking fun with the ICO Vegetable Spiralizer! Easily transform your favourite vegetables into pastas, spirals, and slices for use in salads, stir fries, or new and inspired dishes. Quickly and easily create your own potato, carrot, cucumber, courgette, celery, radish, beet, onion, apple and pear noodles for use in healthy and exciting dishes. This horizontal plastic slicer packs away nicely when not in use and the interchangeable blades store neatly underneath the machine. Strong suction feet prevent the spiralizer from slipping when cutting vegetables. This is a very easy to use machine, just secure your fruit or vegetable to the spikes, wind the handle, and instantly get beautiful spaghetti, spirals or ribbons! it comes with\u0026nbsp; THE ICO 2 YEAR QUALITY GUARANTEE,\u0026nbsp; 100% satisfaction guaranteed!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETwo-year warranty\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPerfect for preparing low-carb meals that are fun and delicious!\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMakes a fantastic and fun gift!\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EManufactured from tough black aluminium\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAll parts are dishwasher safe for quick and easy clean-up\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003EI found it very easy to use and to clean up and I think this is a kitchen tool I will be using fairly often.\u0026nbsp; I did have a bit of a conundrum figuring out how to remove the blade, but once I finally sorted it out, I was smacking my forehead and telling myself, why didn't I think of that in the first place!\u0026nbsp; DUH!\u0026nbsp; So simple!\u0026nbsp; And it came with a handy little recipe book.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003EI know there are fancier models on the market, but why spend more when this one does the job perfectly.\u0026nbsp; I give it two thumbs up!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7680_zpsslgsdwec.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7680_zpsslgsdwec.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003EI added some chopped spring onion and a tasty mustard vinaigrette and we had a delicious salad to go with our casserole!\u0026nbsp; Quite simply tasty!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003ENote - I was provided with the ICO Vegetable Spiralizer free of charge, but was not require to write a positive review in exchange.\u0026nbsp; Any and all opinions are my own.\u0026nbsp; I love this machine!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\n\u003Cspan class=\"a-color-base technicalData\"\u003EBon Appetit!\u003C\/span\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/7590603025315161133\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/06\/baked-ravioli-with-sweet-peppers.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7590603025315161133"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7590603025315161133"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/06\/baked-ravioli-with-sweet-peppers.html","title":"Baked Ravioli with Sweet Peppers"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-1932829586706893711"},"published":{"$t":"2016-06-22T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-06-22T04:00:34.146+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"British Turkey"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family pleasers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Quick and Easy"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"summer"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tacos"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Greek Turkey Tacos"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7739_zpsyzv4mhhx.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7739_zpsyzv4mhhx.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI am a great fan of Mediterranean flavours\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; oregano, feta cheese, olives, lemons, tomatoes, cucumbers . . .\u0026nbsp; coriander.\u0026nbsp; Greek salad.\u0026nbsp; Yum!\u0026nbsp; Yum!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7740_zpsgu1uu3ow.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7740_zpsgu1uu3ow.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI also happen to love, LOVE Tacos. \u0026nbsp; They are so easy to make and eat . . .\u0026nbsp; and they don't heat up the kitchen.\u0026nbsp; Easy peasy lemon squeasy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7741_zpspuwkiehz.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7741_zpspuwkiehz.jpg\" width=\"398\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt just makes sense to combine those two loves into one very delicious and simple . . .\u0026nbsp; quick and easy supper dish.\u0026nbsp; Greek Turkey Tacos!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7742_zps3ufk8w39.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7742_zps3ufk8w39.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTurkey is so good for you, filled with lots of anti-oxidants and so low in fat, yet filled with flavour.\u0026nbsp; I use ground turkey because I like it and its healthy!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7743_zps1wx2ogc7.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7743_zps1wx2ogc7.jpg\" width=\"380\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFilled with flavours, textures, colour, crunch . . .\u0026nbsp; these are fabulous.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7702_zpsil8wka8u.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"397\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20A%20Products%20for%20Review\/DSCN7702_zpsil8wka8u.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnd that cheese\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; sooooooo good.\u0026nbsp; I got it from \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larderfair.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELarder Fare\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; It's British Feta, and extremely tasty, but I will tell you more about that on another day.\u0026nbsp; Creamy, salty and delicious!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7744_zpsxmhpsbdm.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7744_zpsxmhpsbdm.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you don't give these a go, you are going to be missing out on something really special!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7745_zpsrryyrffr.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"348\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7745_zpsrryyrffr.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Greek Turkey Tacos*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/greek-turkey-tacos\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThese are delicious, full stop. Simple to make and healthy too!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EFor the filling:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 red onion, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 pounds of lean ground turkey\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS mminced garlic\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 pot of tomato puree (about 2 TBS, tomato paste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n6 fluid ounces of water\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp chicken stock powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 tsp dried oregano\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp ground coriander\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp ground cumin\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS fresh lemon juice\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EYou will also need:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nflour tortillas\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I used the stand up ones and they were great!)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nTzatziki sauce (homemade or storebought)\u003C\/div\u003E\nShredded lettuce\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\ndiced baby plum tomatoes\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\ndiced peeled cucumber\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\ndiced red onion\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\ndiced black olives\u003C\/div\u003E\ncrumbled feta cheese\u003C\/div\u003E\ntorn coriander leaf (cilantro)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7746_zpsnfyvjroh.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7746_zpsnfyvjroh.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat\n the olive oil in a large skillet.\u0026nbsp; Add the onion.\u0026nbsp; Cook, over medium \nheat, stirring frequently, until softened.\u0026nbsp; Crumble in the ground \nturkey.\u0026nbsp; Season with the salt and pepper.\u0026nbsp; Cook, breaking it up and \nstirring, until it is nearly cooked through.\u0026nbsp; Add all of the remaining \nfilling ingredients, except for the lemon juice.\u0026nbsp; Bring to the boil, \nthen reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce\n had reduced significantly, some 6 to 8 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the fresh \nlemon juice. \u0026nbsp; Keep warm.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat your tortillas according to \nthe package directions.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Fill as follows:\u0026nbsp; ground turkey mixture, \nTzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives and feta \ncheese on top. Scatter over some coriander leaf and serve immediately.\u0026nbsp; \nDEEEE-LICIOUS!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo ciriopureepackshot_zpsmdmldbh8.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/ciriopureepackshot_zpsmdmldbh8.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe Tomato Puree I used for this dish came from \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. A staple ingredient in many dishes, Supercirio Tomato Puree delivers a genuine and delicate taste that is both distinctive and unmistakably authentic. Rich, thick and packed with Cirio’s vivid red tomatoes, its texture is inviting and enriches flavours to stimulate the taste buds and bring the homemade taste of Italy to your home. Unlike many other purées, Supercirio may also be used without diluting with water.\u0026nbsp; I love the Cirio tomato products.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI do hope you will give these delicious Tacos a try.\u0026nbsp; I just know you are going to love them too!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7749_zps3ewzm5vu.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"389\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7749_zps3ewzm5vu.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit! "},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/1932829586706893711\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/06\/greek-turkey-tacos.html#comment-form","title":"3 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/1932829586706893711"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/1932829586706893711"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/06\/greek-turkey-tacos.html","title":"Greek Turkey Tacos"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"3"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-1034597353866371877"},"published":{"$t":"2016-05-24T04:00:00.001+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2022-04-29T12:53:07.221+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Leftovers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sauces"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Spaghetti Pizza Pie"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7132_zpssmhg2kj8.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\nThis recipe came from a clipping that I have had in my Big Blue Binder for a very long time.\u0026nbsp; It was one that I thought looked delicious and that I wanted to make some day.\u0026nbsp; It's only taken me twenty years I am sure.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI can't see a date on the clipping or the name of the magazine I got it from, so I cannot say for sure, but I have lived over here for sixteen, so it has to be at least that and then some!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7133_zpscqek5xql.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"637\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EMy husband\u0026nbsp; isn't really fond of pasta, but he has had an accident with his teeth this week so is on soft food for an undetermined length of time'\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI thought this wouldn't be too hard for him to eat and in all truth, as I said before\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; it is something I have wanted to make for a very long time!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"611\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7134_zpsvz2ik60j.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\nI am so glad that I finally made it!\u0026nbsp; It was delicious!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I used whole wheat spaghetti because of my diabetes.\u0026nbsp; There is only 8 ounces of pasta in this dish, and divided six ways that means you only have a small amount of carbs.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EThere is rather a lot of cheese however . . . but we won't think about that.\u0026nbsp; If you use skim milk Mozzarella then it's not so bad.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7135_zpsyclwfzrq.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\nI also added a couple of chopped up cooked sausages that we had leftover from Saturday's BBQ, which went really well.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EYou could actually add whatever you wanted to this.\u0026nbsp; Whatever you would\u0026nbsp; like on a pizza goes really well, so fill your boots!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"637\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7136_zpsp3ddmdbf.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBacon, mushrooms, peppers, olives, onions, etc. \u0026nbsp; If you like it, go for it!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EIn any case even without these toppings I am sure you will love this if you make it and I really hope that you do!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7137_zpsk7kky0wz.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"637\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Spaghetti Pizza Pie*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nServes 4 to 6\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/spaghetti-pizza-pie\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe kiddies \nare going to love this one, even the BIG ones!\u0026nbsp; I have given the basic \nversion here, but you can dress this up with additions of pepperoni \nslices if you want or roasted peppers and olives.\u0026nbsp; Any pizza topping \nworks well.\u0026nbsp; Use your imagination and go wild!!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n8 ounces spaghetti noodles (226g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 TBS olive oil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1\/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese (45g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 large free range egg, beaten\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and chopped\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 clove of garlic, peeled and minced\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 cups sliced mushrooms (135g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3\/4 tsp dried basil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1\/4 tsp dried oregano\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 cups tomato passata (450ml)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n(seived tomatoes)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 1\/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (166g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3\/4 cup chopped sweet green peppers (1 small one)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"630\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN7139_zpsyg4oyy3t.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPre-heat the oven to 180*C\/375*F.\u0026nbsp; Lightly grease a 9 inch pie dish and set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBring\n a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti in it \nfor 8 to 10 minutes, until tender, but still firm.\u0026nbsp; (al dente)\u0026nbsp; Drain \nwell, rinse and transfer to a bowl.\u0026nbsp; Toss with 1 TBS of the oil and let \ncool.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMeanwhile, heat the other TBS of oil in a large skillet.\u0026nbsp; \nAdd the onion, garlic, mushrooms, basil and oregano. Cook, stirring \noccasionally for about 5 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Add the tomato passata.\u0026nbsp; Cook, \nstirring from time to time until thickened.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMix the beaten egg \nand the parmesan cheese into the cooled spaghetti.\u0026nbsp; Press this mixture \ninto the prepared pie dish, making a shell shape.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with 1\/2 cup\n of the mozzarella cheese.\u0026nbsp; Spoon the sauce evenly over top.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle \non the rest of the mozzarella, the green peppers and any other toppings \nyou desire.\u0026nbsp; (Here I have used salami and dried black olives)\u0026nbsp; Bake for \n30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the crust is \njust beginning to brown.\u0026nbsp; Remove from the oven and let stand for about \nfive minutes before cutting into wedges to serve. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA tossed salad goes very well with this as well as some Garlic Bread.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A\/12404011_0_640x640_zpsgcto7fxz.jpg\" title=\"Spaghetti Pizza Pie\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\nThe Tomato Passata I used for this is Cirio Passata. \u0026nbsp; I love the\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E Cirio\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E tomato products.\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/5\/sieved-tomatoes-passata\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECirio Passata\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E is perfectly smooth and velvety with a sweet, delicate flavour, created from delicious round tomatoes, peeled and passed through a fine sieve to produce a creamy Passata that will enhance the taste of your dishes.\u0026nbsp; It comes in glass bottles, tetrabricks and new \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/en\/products\/item\/6\/passata-in-pet-bottle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPET Bottles.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; I love it!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit!\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/1034597353866371877\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/05\/spaghetti-pizza-pie.html#comment-form","title":"4 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Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-8560682313474734892"},"published":{"$t":"2016-04-15T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-04-15T05:57:01.177+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"beef"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Casseroles"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheese"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Leftovers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple sauces"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Beef \u0026 Macaroni Casserole"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6467_zpsbf9kpztz.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6467_zpsbf9kpztz.jpg\" height=\"389\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI finally got rid of all the roast beef today by making this delicious casserole. \u0026nbsp; It's very similar to a Pastitsio, which is a Greek Casserole using ground beef. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; My version has a delicious meat filling between two layers of pasta, with a cheese bechamel topping.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6468_zpskbndytt9.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6468_zpskbndytt9.jpg\" height=\"378\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBeaten eggs are combined with the cooked macaroni, which helps to bind them together once the dish is baked, making it very easy to cut into slices.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6472_zpsw9fib7bc.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6472_zpsw9fib7bc.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"380\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe meat filling is quite delicious\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; its simply chopped leftover roast beef mixed with some sauted onions and garlic and a small carton of finely chopped tomatoes in juice (ciro) and some seasonings . . .\u0026nbsp; cinnamon, salt, pepper.\u0026nbsp; Very tasty.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6482_zpsbk30yecq.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6482_zpsbk30yecq.jpg\" height=\"390\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA thick layer of bechamel sauce, flavoured with white pepper, nutmeg and Parmesan cheese is layered over top of everything . . .\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6483_zpshh2mqpcx.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6483_zpshh2mqpcx.jpg\" height=\"386\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThere is a layer of grated strong cheddar cheese on top of the meat, and on top of the bechamel.\u0026nbsp; I used lower fat cheddar, which worked very well and cut down on some of the bad fat.\u0026nbsp; Strong cheddar works best and imparts lots of flavour.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6485_zpshrin2ujh.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6485_zpshrin2ujh.jpg\" height=\"375\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAltogether I thought this was quite delicious.\u0026nbsp; Todd said it was okay . . . as you know he hates pasta for the most part.\u0026nbsp; Bah!\u0026nbsp; He doesn't mind me saving money however and pinching every penny I can from a roast with the leftovers.\u0026nbsp; I think he would rather I have made bubble and squeak or a hash however . . .\u0026nbsp; but I wanted to try something different.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6486_zpsmskje8ow.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6486_zpsmskje8ow.jpg\" height=\"371\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI thought it was quite, quite delicious.\u0026nbsp; I have a ton of it leftover however and I will freeze that in single servings to enjoy when I am treating him to a steak and kidney pudding or liver and onions.\u0026nbsp; Works for me!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6487_zps6brddo24.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6487_zps6brddo24.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"378\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Beef \u0026amp; Macaroni Casserole*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/beef-macaroni-casserole\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nIn\n this tasty casserole, macaroni is layered with a beef filling made with\n leftover roast and topped off with a cheesy white sauce prior to \nbaking.\u0026nbsp; Delicious!\u0026nbsp; Leftovers never tasted so good!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the beef layer:\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 clove of garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 cups of leftover roast beef, cut into cubes\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp ground cinnamon\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n390g of finely chopped tomatoes (about 1 1\/2 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the cheese sauce:\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS butter\u003C\/div\u003E\n35g of flour (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n500ml of warm milk (2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\ndash of white pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\npinch of nutmeg\u003C\/div\u003E\n90g of finely grated Parmesan Cheese (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the macaroni:\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 pound of macaroni\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 large free range eggs, beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\nyou will also need:\u003C\/div\u003E\n240g of strong cheddar cheese, grated (2 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6488_zpsfjglazci.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6488_zpsfjglazci.jpg\" height=\"365\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 190*C\/ 375*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Butter a 9 inch square baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003C\/div\u003E\nMake\n the beef layer by heating the olive oil in a skillet.\u0026nbsp; Add the onion \nand garlic.\u0026nbsp; Cook, over low heat, stirring occasionaly until the onions\u0026nbsp;\n are softened.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the beef, tomatoes, cinnamon, salt and pepper\u0026nbsp; \nSet aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMake the cheese sauce.\u0026nbsp; Melt the butter in a \nsaucepan.\u0026nbsp; Whisk in the flour.\u0026nbsp; Cook for a minute, then slowly whisk in \nthe warm milk.\u0026nbsp; Season with the salt, white pepper and pinch of nutmeg.\u0026nbsp;\n Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened and bubbly.\u0026nbsp;\n Whisk in the cheese.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCook the macaroni \naccording to the package directions.\u0026nbsp; Drain well, then return to the \npot.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the beaten eggs.\u0026nbsp; Proceed as follows.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPlace \nhalf of the macaroni mixture in the bottom of the baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Top with\n all of the meat mixture.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese.\u0026nbsp; \nTop with the remaining macaroni mixture.\u0026nbsp; Spread the cheese sauce over \ntop of all.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Top with a buttered \npiece of foil and then bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.\u0026nbsp; \nRemove the foil and then bake for an additional 30 minutes, until golden\n brown and set.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Delicious!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN6491_zpscgrrknt2.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6491_zpscgrrknt2.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"393\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA tossed salad and if you are so inclined some crusty bread go very well with this!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo e10289deb71871e03c15fc7c5a55806c_zps2inywxx8.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Product%20endorsements\/e10289deb71871e03c15fc7c5a55806c_zps2inywxx8.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI used \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECirio\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E Finely Chopped Tomatoes for this.\u0026nbsp; They come in a 390g tetra carton and four different varieties.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Delicious round tomatoes, deseeded, peeled, and finely cut into pieces.\u0026nbsp; They are all perfect as a base ingredient to prepare pasta sauces and enrich other recipes:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped with a pinch of salt and a hint of basil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt and chilli\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n• Finely chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt, garlic and onion.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis small, lightweight light Tetra carton allows for easy stocking in your kitchen cupboards and is easier and safer to open than glass bottles or tin cans.\u0026nbsp; Simply cut across the top with a pair of scissors.\u0026nbsp; I love them!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/8560682313474734892\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/04\/beef-macaroni-casserole.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/8560682313474734892"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/8560682313474734892"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/04\/beef-macaroni-casserole.html","title":"Beef \u0026 Macaroni Casserole"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3370885508277623489"},"published":{"$t":"2016-02-13T17:01:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-02-13T17:01:06.439+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cirio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"doughs"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pizza"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sauces"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Saturday Night Pizza from Cirio "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo Pizza_zpstqwietcb.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/Pizza_zpstqwietcb.jpg\" height=\"397\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhen made well, a homemade pizza can easily rival that of any pizzeria, and what's more if you follow these simple \"Make Ahead\" tips from the people at Cirio, you can have a pizza to be proud of on the table well before any delivery brand!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_3173_zps0f6cfbc9.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_3173_zps0f6cfbc9.jpg\" height=\"343\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Cirio Pizza Base*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes six 8-inch bases\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/cirio-pizza-base\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis is a really simple recipe for a pizza base and a great way to start if you've never had a go at making your own before.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n650g Italian 00 flour or strong bread flour (about 4 3\/4 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n7g sachet of easy blend yeast (2 1\/2 tsp)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n25ml olive oil (1 3\/4 TBS)\u003C\/div\u003E\n50ml warm milk (3 1\/2 TBS)\u003C\/div\u003E\n400ml warm water (14 fluid ounces)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMix\n the flour, yeast, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.\u0026nbsp; Make a \nwell in the centre and pour\u0026nbsp; in the olive oil and warm milk.\u0026nbsp; Slowly add\n the water and bring the dough together. \u003C\/div\u003E\nTip the dough \nonto a lightly floured surface.\u0026nbsp; Knead for 10 minutes or until smooth \nand elastic.\u0026nbsp; Transfer to a clean, lightly oiled bowl.\u0026nbsp; Cover with a \ndamp cloth and leave in a warm place to rise for 1 1\/2 to 2 hours until \ndoubled in size.\u0026nbsp; Divide the dough into six balls and roll each out onto\n a lightly floured work surface until 8 inches in diameter.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ESave\n time:\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp; Make ahead!\u0026nbsp; After the dough has risen, knock out the air and \npop the dough into a polythene bag, seal and freeze.\u0026nbsp; To use simply thaw\n out in the refrigerator overnight and then leave at room temperature \nfor about half an hour before dividing into six rounds.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_3180_zpsdee31bed.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_3180_zpsdee31bed.jpg\" height=\"356\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Cirio Tomato Sauce for Pizza*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes enough for 6 8-inch pizzas\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/cirio-tomato-sauce-for-pizza\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n100ml Cirio Smooth Passata (3 1\/2 fluid ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp dried oregano\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPlace\n all of the ingredients in a saucepan, seasoning to taste with salt and \nblack pepper.\u0026nbsp; Place over low heat and cook for 10 minutes until you \nhave a thick sauce.\u0026nbsp; Set aside to cool before using.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ESave \ntime:\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp; Make ahead!\u0026nbsp; Make a big batch of the sauce ahead of time and \nstore in little containers in the freezer, ready to use when you need \nit.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_3181_zps3cdc3a14.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_3181_zps3cdc3a14.jpg\" height=\"397\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPIZZA MARGHERITA\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTop the pizza rounds with the Cirio based tomato sauce.\u0026nbsp; Scatter each one with sliced mozzarella cheese.\u0026nbsp; Drizzle over 1 TBS Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.\u0026nbsp; Put the pizza onto pre-heated baking trays and cook in the oven at its highest setting for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden and crisp.\u0026nbsp; Remove from the oven and drizzle with Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive oil and sprinkle with freshly torn basil leaves.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_3179_zps7f7d3f17.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_3179_zps7f7d3f17.jpg\" height=\"361\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ECLASSIC COMBINATIONS\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nEveryone has their own favourite pizza toppings, which is what makes pizza so versatile, but here are a few tried and tested flavour combinations which you might like to try.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMozzarella, chilli, spicy salami \u0026amp; black olives\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMozzarella, parmesan cheese \u0026amp; roscuitto\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMozzarella, capers, black olives \u0026amp; anchovies\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMozzarella, parmesan cheese, Parma ham - sprinkle with rocket leaves after cooking\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMozzrella, tuna and olives\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMixed roasted peppers and Italian goats cheese\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ECIRIO ESSENTIALS FOR THIS RECIPE\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo 4954b0d3ff13cd125200d4821e15aa9d_zps2fzfd3re.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/4954b0d3ff13cd125200d4821e15aa9d_zps2fzfd3re.jpg\" height=\"320\" width=\"304\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECirio's Passatas come from the ripest tomatoes, simply peeled and sieved.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChoose either Rustic Passata with a more chunky texture or Smooth Passata for a creamy texture.\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\nAs Italy's most loved tomato brand, Cirio is an icon of Italian cuisine in over 90 countries.\u0026nbsp; Since 1856, Cirio has created a range of tomato products to bring the authentic taste of Italy into every home!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMade from 100% Italian tomatoes, harvested and processed on the same day and with guaranteed traceabilty from seed to fork, Ciro's products create the real rich and unique 'Taste of Italy' ideal for the most discerning chefs and households.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_3182_zps0cc7a30e.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_3182_zps0cc7a30e.jpg\" width=\"375\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFor more information visit\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cirio1856.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E www.cirio1856.co.uk\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSee our recipes at\u003Cb\u003E \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/Cirio1856UK\"\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.youtube.com\/Cirio1856UK\u003C\/a\u003E 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Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}}]}});