Basil
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Hanging veg gardens
It is possible to grow an increasing range of tasty vegetables and herbs in hanging baskets, here are some top tips to get you started.
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Small space growing
If you don’t have a lot of room to grow, there are many ways to maximise crops from tiny places. Emma Rawlings suggests some ideas. Edible corner This picture shows that in a small sunny corner you can create something…
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Companion Planting
Top tips for growing complementary seasonal produce from The Greenhouse People There’s nothing better than growing your own organic fruit and veg. National Allotments Week (14 – 20th August) seems like the perfect time to look at the ways we…
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BBQ’D PIZZA WITH HOME-MADE TOMATO SAUCE
Create you own pizza straight on the BBQ, they are great for kids to help with choosing their own toppings too. MAKES4PIZZAS Preparation time: 1 hour | Cooking time: 20 minutes FOR THE DOUGH • 600g (21oz) strong white bread…
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GRILLED PESTO CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH LETTUCE & AVOCADO
These sandwiches take no time to make and are great served still warm. Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes MAKES 4 • 2 boneless chicken breast • 4 tbsp basil pesto • 4 buns or bagels •…
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HARISSA CHICKEN & SPRING ONION STUFFED POTATO SKINS
Spicy and delicious, this dish is great for a mid-week dinner served with a green salad. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes • 4 sweet potatoes, washed • 2 small chicken breasts • 1…
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Thai Green Curry with Cauliflower
This aromatic vegetarian Thai green curry features this season’s best cauliflower. Full of flavour and simple enough for weeknight dinners. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes • 2 tbsp coconut oil • 200g/8oz tofu, cubed •…
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Carrot & Turkey Bolognese
This pasta dish is packed with delicious and healthy ingredients. Green lentils, chickpeas and lean turkey, great for a filling family dish. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes • 1 pack spaghetti • 8 tomatoes •…
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Mini Tomato Frittatas
These colourful frittatas can be made ahead and served at a picnic, or serve straight out of the oven with a salad for lunch or brunch. SERVES 6 Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 20…
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Rocket & Chickpea Salad
A fresh and flavourful salad that is both colourful and filling. SERVES3-4 • 400g tin of chickpeas • 3-4 handfuls rocket • 100g (3½oz) feta, roughly chopped • 1 carrot, grated • 1 small red onion, finely chopped • ½…
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Easy Garlic & Basil Pesto
It’s always a great idea to have a pesto recipe on hand should you need to whip up a tasty pasta dish in a hurry. MAKES1SMALLJAR • 50g (2oz) basil • 30g (1oz) pine nuts, toasted • 30g (1oz) parmesan,…
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Quick growing tips
Joyce Russell shares some of her top growing tips for May… It’s worth making a second sowing of anything that failed from an earlier one. On the other hand, it will save valuable growing time if you can find young…
