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Spicy Beef Veggie Loaded Fries with Garlic Bread This recipe is a delicious twist on a classic, featuring a hearty bolognese sauce loaded with vegetables served over crispy fries and topped with melty cheese. This recipe should take approximately 1 hour to make. Here's a breakdown of the timing: Bolognese: 30 minutes (sautéing vegetables, browning meat, simmering sauce) Fries: Cooking time will vary depending on your cooking method (oven or air fryer) and thickness of the fries, but generally takes between 20-30 minutes. Garlic Bread (Optional): 5 minutes While the bolognese simmers for 30 minutes, you can use that time to cook the fries. If you're making the garlic bread, it can cook while you plate the fries and bolognese. Ingredients: For the Bolognese: 500g lean ground beef (at least 90% lean) 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2 red bell peppers, chopped 5 mushrooms, chopped 1 carton passata (sieved tomatoes) 1 can chopped tomatoes 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 beef bouillon cube 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon oregano For the Fries: Cooking spray Potatoes, cut into fries For the Cheese Topping: 30g grated cheddar cheese For the Garlic Bread (Optional): 2 slices whole wheat ciabatta bread Cooking spray (2 sprays per slice) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon chopped parsley Instructions: Make the Bolognese: Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions, peppers, and garlic and cook until softened. Brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the passata, chopped tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, beef bouillon cube, Italian seasoning, paprika, and oregano. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let the bolognese simmer for 30 minutes, or until thickened. Cook the Fries: Preheat your oven or air fryer according to package instructions. Lightly coat the fries with cooking spray and cook until golden brown and crispy. Assemble the Dish: Divide the fries among plates and top with the bolognese sauce. Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese. Make the Garlic Bread (Optional): Preheat your oven or air fryer to desired temperature according to bread instructions. In a small bowl, combine the cooking spray, garlic, and parsley. Make shallow cuts across the top of each ciabatta slice. Divide the garlic mixture evenly between the bread slices, spreading it into the cuts. Bake or air fry for 5 minutes, or until heated through and lightly toasted. Tips: Feel free to adjust the vegetables in the bolognese to your liking. Other options include chopped carrots, zucchini, or spinach. For a vegetarian option, substitute crumbled tempeh or lentils for the ground beef. You can adjust the amount of cheese topping to your preference. Leftover bolognese can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. This recipe is a fun and flavorful way to enjoy a classic comfort food with a healthy twist.

Spicy Beef Veggie Loaded Fries with Garlic Bread

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Light and Lean Cornish-Style Quorn Pasties Craving a classic Cornish pasty without the guilt? This low-calorie recipe delivers on flavor while keeping you on track with your weight loss goals. Packed with hearty vegetables and Quorn, these pasties are a satisfying and slimming meal. About Time Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes 4 Syns per serving Keywords: slimming world, low calorie, Cornish pasties, Quorn, vegan, healthy, weight loss, recipe Ingredients: Low-calorie cooking spray 1 large onion, chopped 225g swede, peeled and diced 300g firm potatoes (such as Desiree), diced 200g Quorn Vegan Pieces, cut into smaller chunks 2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon powder (vegan-friendly)   2 level tablespoons plain flour 4 x 20g filo pastry sheets Instructions: Preheat your oven to 190°C/fan 170°C/gas 5. Sauté the onion: Spray a non-stick frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and cook the onion over medium heat until golden brown. Season lightly and set aside to cool. Prepare the filling: Boil the swede and potatoes for 3 minutes, then drain and let cool. Combine the cooled onion, swede, potatoes, Quorn, and bouillon powder in a large bowl. Mix well. Create the pastry: Spray a baking tray with low-calorie cooking spray. Mix the flour with 2 teaspoons of cold water to form a paste. Assemble the pasties: Work with one filo sheet at a time, keeping the rest covered to prevent drying. Fold a sheet in half and cut out two discs using a 22cm plate. Brush the edge of one disc with the flour paste, place the second disc on top, and press firmly to seal. Fill the pasties: Divide the filling equally among the pastry discs, leaving a 2.5cm border. Brush the edges with the flour paste, fold the pastry over, and seal tightly. Place on the prepared baking tray. Bake: Spray the pasties with low-calorie cooking spray and bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Serve: Enjoy your homemade Cornish-style pasties with a refreshing salad or steamed vegetables. Tip: For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the filling.

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Grilled Halloumi Skewers These grilled halloumi skewers are a delicious and healthy option for a summer barbecue. The combination of tender vegetables and salty, tangy halloumi cheese creates a flavorful dish that's perfect for a light and satisfying meal. The marinade, made with lemon juice and garlic, adds a bright and zesty flavor to the skewers. Enjoy these skewers with a side of grilled vegetables or a refreshing salad for a complete meal. A light and flavorful dish perfect for a summer barbecue. Ingredients: 1 garlic clove, minced Juice of 1 lemon 8 asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into pieces 2 spring onions, cut into similar lengths 1 red and 1 orange pepper, diced 1 zucchini, diced 100g halloumi cheese, cubed Low-calorie cooking spray Instructions: Marinate: In a large zip-top bag, combine garlic, lemon juice, asparagus, spring onions, peppers, zucchini, and halloumi. Season lightly with salt. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Prepare Grill: Preheat your grill to medium or heat your barbecue coals until they're white-hot. Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated ingredients onto 8 skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Grill: Spray skewers with low-calorie cooking spray. Grill or barbecue for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through. Serve: Enjoy with a large mixed salad or steamed vegetables. Tip: For a vegetarian option, replace the halloumi with firm tofu.

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