Geoff Scott is feeding our desire for one-pan meals with a trio that I am finding irresistible. Don't be put off by the list of exotic ingredients in his
steamed Chinese one-pot chicken
. The flavours they impart are worth the trip to the Asian grocer and you will marvel at how you've made a meal even better than your favourite Chinese restaurant.
are the way to go if you are enjoying a slow start to the day, and then there's a meltingly tender
slow-bake of lamb and potatoes
… absolutely perfect for the relaxed dinner with friends I am planning this Friday.
Our
has come over all broccoli and we have the low down from the fresh experts at New World on what's happening with those kumara prices. Ray McVinnie is making more of his winter veg in his latest
column - I can recommend the slow-fried brussels sprouts with finely diced preserved lemon peel, pitted Kalamata olives, finely chopped garlic and a pinch of chilli flakes.
And, while you have the preserved lemon out, make a gremolata to serve with Kathy Paterson's
.
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