This tagine uses my three staple spices – turmeric, cumin and paprika – to deliver a gorgeous sweet and spicy dinner. I made it for Xanthe Clay from the Daily Telegraph when she visited for an article called ‘My 49p Lunch With A Girl Called Jack’. In her words: ‘the food is very fine, and … Read more
Butter beans simmer in a tomato sauce flavoured with cinnamon, lemon and basil. This version is cooked on the hob. Serves 4 Ingredients 100g dried butter beans 1 carton chopped tomatoes 1 onion 1 garlic clove A pinch of ground cinnamon A splash of lemon juice 1 vegetable stock cube Basil, plus extra to finish … Read more
Red lentils, tomatoes and cumin make a simple daal. Chicken stock is used in the original ingredient list; rice and pitta are served alongside. Serves 3 Ingredients 100g red lentils 1 carton chopped tomatoes 1 onion 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tbsp fresh coriander, plus extra for serving 1 litre chicken stock Rice and pitta … Read more
This bean chilli uses black beans and haricot beans, with red wine and dark chocolate in the tomato sauce. Serves 4 Ingredients 75g dried black beans 75g dried haricot beans 1 onion 75ml red wine 1 carton chopped tomatoes 3 squares dark chocolate A shake of paprika A shake of ground cumin 1 small chilli … Read more
Potato, carrot and onion form the vegetable base of this curry. Natural yoghurt softens the tomato sauce, while garam masala and fresh herbs supply the seasoning. Serves 3–4 Ingredients 1 onion 1 carrot 1 potato 1 garlic clove 1 carton chopped tomatoes 250g natural yoghurt 1 vegetable stock cube dissolved in 200ml water A handful … Read more
These pan-fried chickpea balls include softened carrot and onion, plus coriander, parsley and cumin. Use cooked chickpeas so the mixture can be mashed before shaping. Makes about 12; serves 4 Ingredients 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion 400g cooked chickpeas, drained 1 carrot Ground cumin, to taste Fresh parsley Fresh coriander About 1 tbsp flour, … Read more
Carrot and coriander soup is a classic fresh soup that crops up everywhere – from inside cardboard cartons in the supermarket to on smart restaurant menus. here’s my simple recipe for making your own. I often substitute the fresh potato and carrot for their tinned sisters, for an even easier version. Serves 2 1 onion … Read more
Tonight I decided to make my ‘best ever chilli’ – but instead of soaking black beans like I usually do, I decided to make this a little easier. It was late, we wanted to eat in 15 minutes, so here’s my quick-n-easy version. We had this for dinner, and are having it for ‘big lunch’ … Read more
Chocolate Tea Bread, 70p for 4 generous portions at 18p each. This came about because I LOVE chocolate chip brioche, and going vegan for Lent (and maybe for life if I manage to make the switch) means that I haven’t had those little sweet buttery rolls full of chocolate chip goodness in a very long … Read more
Bubbles And Squeaks. Makes 10 bubble and squeak patties at 7p each, eat one or two or five, depending on how hungry you are. I was really hungry, so didn’t even get a picture of these. However I have half the mix left in the fridge for tonights dinner, so will fry it up and … Read more