This recipe for Chow Fan (Egg Fried Rice), is our old Amah’s recipe, that mum adopted, and which was one of my favourite meals

Memories of a Hong Kong Childhood

This recipe for Chow Fan (Egg Fried Rice), is our old Amah’s recipe, that mum adopted, and which was one of our favourite meals when I was growing up.

Also known as Chao Fan, it’s a Cantonese egg fried rice dish that is a staple recipe in Hong Kong and the Canton area of China.

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My recipe for Microwave Omelette in a Mug, is a fabulously healthy and high protein light meal or breakfast dish.

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I am SO pleased with this recipe for Autumn Chutney (Ninja/Slow Cooker). It's easily made in any multi-cooker, such as a Ninja, Instant Pot or Crockpot.

Using some of the glut of courgettes we have in our garden, as well as peppers, apples and ginger, this chutney is mellow with a slight spicy kick.

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Today’s recipe for Easy Royal Parsnip Soup is an adapted recipe that I found online, by Tim O’Leary, on The Royal Parks website.

Made in the Pressure Cooker (Ninja Foodi 14-in-1)

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Today’s recipe for Easy Royal Parsnip Soup is an adapted recipe that I found online, by Tim O’Leary.

It’s a great way to use up any spare parsnips that may be languising in the vegetable basket after Christmas.

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Cheese & Onion Scone Loaf – It’s such a lovely way to have a cheese scone, but served like bread, so you can slice it and serve it buttered.

The Perfect Quick Bread Recipe for Thanksgiving and Christmas

I shared today’s recipe for Cheese & Onion Scone Loaf on Instagram a few days ago, and I have to say that the recipe was hugely popular!

I’m not surprised to be honest, as it’s a fabulous marriage of a cheesy scone, but in a loaf shape, which slices like a dream, and is amazing when buttered.

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A quick and easy recipe for a cosy supper or tea….Air Fryer Pizza Toast which I made in my Ninja Maxi Grill and Air Fryer.

A FAB Cheap & Cheerful Energy Saving Recipe

Today’s recipe is a super quick and easy one for a cosy supper or tea….Air Fryer Pizza Toast, which I made in my Ninja Max Health Grill and Air Fryer.

Made with Jacksons of Yorkshire Bloomin’ Both bloomer (bread) and odds and ends from the fridge, in the manner of a frantic fridge raid!

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My recipe for Jubilee Vegetarian Stuffed Picnic Loaf is easy to make, looks spectacular, & it would be fabulous for any Jubilee Street Party.

A Fabulous Vegetarian Stuffed Picnic Loaf using

Quorn® Deli Slices

My recipe for Jubilee Vegetarian Stuffed Picnic Loaf is easy to make, but looks spectacular, and would be fabulous for any Jubilee Street Party or festive summer gathering.

This Jubilee Vegetarian Stuffed Picnic Loaf is made with an olive sourdough rustic loaf, with Quorn Vegan Chicken Free Slices and Quorn Vegan Smoky Ham Free Slices, along with cheese, tomatoes, red onion, antipasti artichokes in oil, basil and pesto.

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Today’s recipe for Ninja Foodi Italian Sausage & Cheese Pasta is a revelation! A pasta dish that is cooked in ONE POT, from start to finish.

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An Easy One Pot Family Recipe

Today’s recipe for Ninja Foodi Italian Sausage & Cheese Pasta is a revelation! A delectable creamy and unctuous pasta dish with sausages, spinach, cherry tomatoes and cheese that is cooked in ONE POT – even the grilling the cheese at the end.

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Today’s recipe for Stuffed Picnic Loaf comes just in time for National Picnic Week here in the UK, and tastes as good as it looks.

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For National Picnic Week

Today’s recipe for Stuffed Picnic Loaf comes just in time for National Picnic Week here in the UK.

Who doesn’t love a picnic – just the word conjures up dreamy days out, enjoying nature and the outdoor element of eating “sur l’herbe”.

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My recipe for Healthy Cajun Chicken Salad is a slightly adapted recipe from WW UK, and is only 4 Smart points on the Blue plan.

Only 4 WW Smart Points

My recipe today for Healthy Cajun Chicken Salad is a slightly adapted recipe from WW UK, and is only 4 Smart points on the Blue plan.

Packed with spices, salad and vegetables, it’s vibrant flavours belies its low calorie count. The zingy lime juice, and salsa adds to the taste of this Healthy Cajun Chicken Salad.

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