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Aviyal - mixed vegetable curry
Thursday 10 June 2004
This vegetable curry traditionally uses a variety of vegetables found in the markets of India - ‘drumsticks’, snake beans, okra, green mango and green bananas, mixed in with potato, sweet potato, carrot, broccoli and green beans. You can choose what to include. More
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Berry and lime refresher
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This is a simple taste-tingling juice made from a variety of fruit juices - a good way to top up your daily serving of fresh fruit. Drink it at breakfast or include it in a packed lunch. Serves 2. More
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Caribbean fruit salad
Tuesday 26 September 2006
A delicious mixture of tropical fruit with an exotic tang. Serves 6 - 8. More
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Caribbean red pepper salsa
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Serves 4 - 6 More
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Corn bread
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Makes one small loaf or 12 muffins. More
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Fruit kebabs
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Fruit kebabs are simple to make and can be included in lunchboxes. Serves 8 - 10 More
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Fruit muffins
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This mixture makes 6 large muffins, 12 medium-sized ones or 24 mini muffins. More
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Green pea pate
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This can be served as a dip or used as a spread for sandwiches. Serves 8 - 10 More
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Honeyed vegetable kebabs
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This recipe makes 6 kebabs. More
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Jamaica patties
Tuesday 26 September 2006
These tasty patties are very popular snacks in Jamaica. They can be made with a variety of fillings. Jamaica patties are eaten at parties and picnics. Makes 6 - 8 patties. More
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Kaleidoscope couscous
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Serves 4 - 6 More
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King crab cakes
Tuesday 26 September 2006
These small fish cakes are served as snacks in the Caribbean and sometimes even eaten cold. Focus on Food cooks the crab cakes in the oven but children could fry them with close adult supervision. Makes 10 - 12 More
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Kiwi and apple zinger
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Serves 2 More
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Quick bread dough
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This recipe makes enough dough for 6 rolls, a small (200g) tin loaf, 2 foccacia, 1 large pizza base or 2 smaller ones, or 3 calzones. More
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Red apple and corn rice salad
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This salad can be made in advance and refrigerated. It is suitable served at main meals, in a lunch box or to accompany barbecue food. Serves 6 - 10 More
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Roasted vegetable couscous salad with feta cheese
Tuesday 26 September 2006
This salad can be served as a vegetarian main course or as a side dish. It is great to take on picnics. Serves 6 - 8 More
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Salad niçoise
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Serves 6 - 8 More
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Salmon fish cakes
Tuesday 26 September 2006
These are delicious served with a crisp salad. Makes 8 - 12 Fish cakes More
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Spicy salmon triangles
Tuesday 26 September 2006
These can be eaten hot or cold. Ideal as a starter, for a buffet or a packed lunch. Makes about 12 parcels. More
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Tomato and basil salad
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Serves 4 - 6 More
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Tomato and basil tartlets
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Makes 6 - 8 Tartlets More
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Tropical fruit salad in lemon grass syrup
Tuesday 26 September 2006
A special fruit salad that is perfect for celebrations and entertaining. Serves 8 - 12 More
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Twice-baked cheese jacket potatoes
Tuesday 26 September 2006
These twice-baked jacket potatoes are delicious served with salad. Each potato will serve one to two people. More
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Vegetable samosas
Tuesday 26 September 2006
These spicy vegetable samosas are traditionally deep fat fried. In this recipe the triangle-shaped parcels are baked in the oven. Makes 10 - 12 parcels More
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Wensleydale and fresh pea salad
Tuesday 26 September 2006
Serves 3 - 4 More
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