• Spicy, Peanut Green Beans
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    Chilli, Peanut Green Beans

    Today’s recipe is a bit of an ugly duckling – so much so that I debating sharing this one. However, it’s tasty enough that I just couldn’t keep it too myself. This side dish is the perfect accompaniment to a buddha bowl or takeout-style evening. Inspired by my mother’s recipe for satay, this side dish has been simplified, uses similar flavours and is much easier to make. I’ve built this around frozen veg and other shelf stable ingriedients so it’s perfect for when you can’t get to the shops (like now!). However If you want to sub in fresh beans then this should work just as well. Makes: Serves 4…

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    Warm Spring Salad

    We’re at a slightly odd time of year, the weather can’t seem to decide if winter is over but the sun is definitely starting to push it’s head through the clouds. After days like this weekend I start to crave something light and salad-like but warm. My solution is this salad. It’s incredibly easy to make, takes advantage of seasonal produce like asparagus and salad potatoes when they’re just coming into their own, but it’s warm so it fits in perfectly when the weather is still a little cool. The lentils and potatoes make it filling without being heavy while the dressing brightens the dish with a little tang. If…