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A selection of ideas from readers.

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Olive Spread
try just black olives and walnuts, equal portions. a great sandwich spread. Use only white bread. Other breads just don't taste good. Put in processor and grind fine,...
From Cedelia, Ashley
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Noodle Delight
This is from Agnes who says that despite being on a pension this is a little treat she indulges in whenever possible.
From Agnes, Scunthorpe
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Beans and scrambled eggs
The situation is getting desperate she never cooks for me? The other day she opened a small half can of beans, (obviously not thinking of me!) and heated them in in a...
From Anon, Somewhere
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Chakchouka
It's very simple, easy and quick to make, ideal for a quick lunch.....or for those people lucky enough to live in a country where alcohol is widely available, and are...
From Unda, in Saudi Arabia
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A couple more quick recipes from Saudi
They can be delicious as starters (known as 'Mezze' in Arabic), or they are great as dips when you have a few friends around for a drink and need some tasty nibbles.Use...
From Unda, in Saudi Arabia
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Apple Crumb
Spread apple filling in greased 9X12 pan. Combine flour, sugar and cinnamon in small bowl. Cut in margarine until crumble. Put topping on apples. Bake at approx. 350 for...
From Kev, New York
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Bacon/Spaghetti
Slice up the bacon and start gently frying in a frying pan in some vegetable oil.
From Kev, Manchester
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Salmon/Spaghetti Surprise
Please only use quality products (not own brand hyper value) to produce this gourmet meal.
From Ross, Wales
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Spicy Lemon Chicken Curry
Blend of curry powder, cayenne pepper, turmeric, (like you Steve I think it's best for people to put the amount according to personal taste)
From Matt, Fort Lauderdale
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Chicken and Asparagus
Thought you might like this one. The recipe is to serve 4 but can be adjusted accordingly and it’s very simple.
From Becky, Caerphilly
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Savoury Rice
This is a recipe after my own heart that Joe has sent in.
From Joe, Miami
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Cheese on Chips
Might be better for your ‘Quickie’ section Just make your chips as normal.
From Dave, Cornwall
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Pasta Dish
It is relatively expensive but Somerfield's Rich Tomato Sauce with Mascarpone Cheese and Cream is recommended. Do NOT add extra cheese at it will spoil the subtlety. I...
From Andy, Essex
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South African (Magic) Chicken
You don't weigh or measure but just you stick it in the oven and it makes a good impression. Here is an example:
From Dorothee
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Some Tarts
Put 250ml water to boil, with a pinch of salt, pepper and the nutmeg.
From Dorothee
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Creamy Beef Stew
Preheat oven to gas mark 3 (don't know electric equivalent sorry chook). Slice onion and fry in a small amount of oil until soft. Remove from pan.
From Becky (seasonal recipes)
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Luscious Lime Cheesecake
Melt the butter in a pan or microwave Crush the biscuits either in a food processor or place in a bag and bash with a rolling pin.
From Becky (seasonal recipes)

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