Twinings - Intensely Tropical Smoothie

Looking for something cool and refreshing - try my Intensely Tropical Smoothie for Twinings:

http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/intensely-tropical-smoothie

Twinings - Chicken, Sweet Potato and Spinach Curry With Jasmine Infused Rice

After something to warm you up on this miserable weekend? 

Curries are a perfect thing to cook when it is grey and cold outside, the smell can make you feel like you’re immersed in India! They're also very simple and cost effective when you have all the spices and ingredients ready in the cupboard, as well as being much healthier than buying pre-made sauces. It’s useful to keep chillies in the freezer, so they’re available when you need them. The sweet potato can always be swapped for butternut squash or aubergine and the good thing about curry is it doesn't matter what vegetables you use. Don't be afraid to experiment.

http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/chicken-sweet-potato-and-spinach-curry

Twinings - Mango, Avocado and Rocket Salad with Mango Tango Tofu

Salads aren’t just for summer! This is a great dish if you’re craving something light, healthy and refreshing after a heavy winter. The sweet flavours of mango team nicely with the sharp rocket and tangy dressing to make an easy salad which you’ll want to make time and time again.

Please have a look at my sixth January Twinings recipe: http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/mango-avocado-and-rocket-salad-with-mango-tango

Twinings - Lamb Chops with Celeriac and Potato Mash and Garden Min Pea Puree

 After a long days work, we know it can be hard to motivate yourself to cook something fresh and healthy for dinner. This recipe however will change that attitude. It is quick and easy to create, as well as being super healthy and delicious.

Contrary to potato mash, celeriac mash is packed with interesting flavours, and therefore needs no butter or dairy to liven it up - perfect for the health conscious or those with dairy intolerances. Any leftover pea puree can be used again during the week to smother over fish for baking, or coat chicken for grilling. 

Try my fifth January Twinings recipe here: http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/lamb-chops-with-celeriac-and-potato-mash

Twinings - Lemon Infused Courgetti with Winter Pesto

I'm not sure what it is, but courgetti seems to always leave you feeling energised and refreshed. Try my third January recipe for Twinings: http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/lemon-infused-courgetti-with-winter-pesto 

Twinings - Gingery Butternut Squash Soup

This recipe is great for keeping away colds and bugs, or warming you up on these chilly winter days. The kale crisps add a delicious crunchy texture to the soup, and the Root Ginger tea accentuates the fiery ginger flavours. Check out my full recipe here: http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/gingery-butternut-squash-soup

Twinings - Baked Camomile and Sweet Fennel Seabass

For one of those days when you don't want carbs - this will fill you up! Take a look at my second January recipe for Twinings: http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/baked-marinated-camomile-and-sweet-fennel-seabass

Twinings - Steamed Green Tea and Avocado Smoothie

Doing dry January? Try my Steamed Green Tea and Avocado Smoothie recipe on the Twinings Blog:

http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog/2016/january/steamed-green-tea-and-avocado-smoothie

TWININGS - Guilt Free Banana, Date and 'Fudge Melts Green Tea' Flapjacks

Who doesn’t love a delicious batch of flapjacks? With this recipe, there is no compromise, as it happens to be dairy, gluten and sugar free! I have teamed up with Twinings this month and will be doing some healthy tea recipes for their blog. The recipes can be found here: http://www.twinings.co.uk/blog.

The Fudge Melts Green Tea helps bring out the gooey, sweet flavours of the dates and lessons the amount of vegetable oil used, making this a super healthy recipe for all to enjoy.

Ingredients (makes 12 square pieces)

- 180g gluten-free oats

- 175g chopped dates *these don’t have to be fancy Medjool dates!*

- 2 very ripe bananas

- 1 Twinings ‘Fudge Melts Green Tea’ Bag

- 60ml vegetable oil

- 1 tsp vanilla essence

1. Start by turning your oven to 175°c. It should be nice and hot by the time you put the flapjack batch in.

2. Boil the kettle and get a mug ready to brew your tea bag. While the kettle is boiling, start mashing the bananas in a large bowl, until they are runny and completely mashed. *It is important to use over-ripe bananas so that they mash easily and give moisture to the mixture.*

3. Once the kettle is boiled, fill your cup of tea like normal and leave the bag to brew for a few minutes. Take in all those beautiful smells of fudge and green tea!

4. Add the vegetable oil to the bowl with the mashed bananas, and then spoon in 6 tbsp of infused tea (60g if using weighing scales).

5. Next stir in the oats, vanilla essence, and chopped dates. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes so that the oats absorb the oil and tea.

6. Place the flapjack mix into a suitable greased baking dish (a square or rectangular baking tin or glass dish should suffice) and flatten it down with a fork.

7. Cook the flapjacks for 30 minutes, until nice and golden. Remove them from the oven and leave them to rest for 10 minutes before tucking in.