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Category Archives: Iron

Garlic Fried Broccoli Stems

There may be ingredients you’re throwing out that could be used to make delicious dishes. Broccoli stems fried with garlic are a great way to save the stems going to waste.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker19th Jan 202125th Jan 2022Posted inFibre, Iron, No Food Waste, Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetables, Veggie NightLeave a comment on Garlic Fried Broccoli Stems

Taco Beef Nachos

Taco Beef Nachos is a hearty version of my regular vegetarian nachos. It’s a great dish to serve with corn cobs and guacamole for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker14th Jan 202125th Jan 2022Posted inBeef, Gluten-free, Iron, Kids' Tea, Lockdown, Mains, Recipes, WeeknightTags:Gluten-free1 Comment on Taco Beef Nachos

Easy Meatball Subs

Meatball Subs are a kid-friendly way to use ground beef for an easy weekday meal. It’s also an opportunity to combine maths and cooking for little ones who can help to make and count the meatballs.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker12th Jan 202124th Jan 2022Posted inBeef, Iron, Kids' Tea, Lockdown, Mains, Recipes, WeeknightLeave a comment on Easy Meatball Subs

Smoked Mackerel Pate

I don’t always find it easy to get mackerel into my diet but this pate is so delicious and easy to make it tends to be my go to. The kids will eat it too so it’s an easy evening meal or a great lunch dish when we used friends within two metres of us!

Posted byOne Tough Cooker18th Nov 202018th May 2022Posted inFish, Fish & Seafood, Fish Night, Iron, Recipes1 Comment on Smoked Mackerel Pate

Cheesy Squash and Spinach and Garlic Bake

This vegetarian dish feels decadent but it’s actually packed full of nutrition. If you’ve been unsure about tackling the tough outer skin of autumn squashes this recipe has a trick that makes it super easy.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker17th Nov 202011th Oct 2022Posted inBeans & Seeds, Fibre, Iron, Mains, Recipes, Vegetables, Veggie Night, WeeknightLeave a comment on Cheesy Squash and Spinach and Garlic Bake

Danish Open-Faced Sandwiches

Paul’s Mum introduced me to the beautiful simplicity of Danish food. This quick lunch is a stellar array of post-natal nutrition. Delicious, pretty and extremely good for you.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker22nd Oct 202020th Jan 2022Posted inEggs, Fast Food, Fibre, Fish, Fish & Seafood, Iron, Lunch, RecipesLeave a comment on Danish Open-Faced Sandwiches

One Pan Crispy Orange Chicken

This easy dish is a crispy delight to eat whilst doing your body lots of good. A great alternative to a traditional Sunday dinner.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker13th Oct 202021st Jan 2022Posted inBeans & Seeds, Chicken, Fibre, Gluten-free, Iron, Mains, One Pot, Recipes, Sunday Dinner1 Comment on One Pan Crispy Orange Chicken

Hot and Sticky Mongolian Beef

As the name suggests, Hot and Sticky Mongolian beef has an addictive balance of heat and sweet. It’s also packed full of iron which is an essential part of my nutrition plan to manage my mental health.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker11th Oct 202021st Jan 2022Posted inBeans & Seeds, Beef, Dairy-free, Iron, Leftovers, Mains, Recipes, Spice2 Comments on Hot and Sticky Mongolian Beef

Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken is a great way to introduce children to curry because it’s so flavourful without intense heat.

Posted byOne Tough Cooker5th Oct 202025th Jan 2022Posted inChicken, Fibre, Gluten-free, Iron, Leftovers, Mains, One Pot, Recipes, Weeknight2 Comments on Butter Chicken

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