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Make it a date Settle in for the night with our ultimate mouthwateringly tender steak, plus indulgent sharing desserts for two…

Food | Living | Health | Homes | Style

GOOD LIVING FEBRUARY 2019

Photograph: Vinny Whiteman. Styling: Morag Farquhar. Food styling: Lorna Brash

Welcome

‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ That most dreaded of childhood questions. My answer would vary from fashion designer to dancer, dependent on what day I was Sarah Thom Asda Editor asked. But underneath it all, I always believed I was something more. Maybe the little girl who encountered The Big Friendly Giant, the fox that thwarted ALL three farmers or, if I was lucky, the child who won the golden ticket… I have fond memories of books when I was younger and adored Roald Dahl. Rereading my favourite chapters while poring over Quentin Blake’s illustrations took me to faraway lands. With World Book Day on the horizon, we have the chance to encourage little ones to become their favourite characters; read about them, dress like them and cook their beloved recipes (p57). If showing off your own culinary prowess is more tempting, why not try perfecting steak (p13), mastering bao buns (p42) or conquering desserts (p20). Go on, show us your skills!

Sarah

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Contents

FOOD 11 With love Shake up a Valentine’s Day cocktail 13 Fall for steak Which cut to choose and how to cook and serve it 20 …and to finish Sweet and romantic desserts for two to share 27 ‘I want my girls to have great foodie memories’ Katie Piper serves up a butternut squash lasagne 29 4 ways with plums Raw or cooked, this versatile, juicy fruit is delicious 33 Pan-bake day No-flip oven-baked pancakes 38 Time to tuck in! Easy weeknight dinners bursting with flavour

42 Cookery masterclass: steamed bao buns A traditional treat for Chinese New Year 49 Star baker Recipes for kids with Bake Off star Briony May LIVING 6 Under the sea Magical mermaid-themed buys 8 #Lovefood Foodie news 57 Share a story Costumes and recipes to celebrate World Book Day 64 Me time This month’s best books, DVDs and TV 67 Smart living Expert tips 90 My foodie life Glee star Matthew Morrison

72 Lingerie for every body Our expert guide to finding your perfect fit 75 Set & match Gorgeous lingerie from George 77 The ultimate bra wardrobe Find the best bra for your shape and style 78 Kiss and make-up Georgia May Foote tries out George cosmetics HEALTH 81 I ♥ my heart Top tips for a healthier heart 82 Love, actually Four people talk openly about their dating experiences

STYLE 71 Nude awakening Bras and briefs to suit all skin tones

HOMES 87 Truly trendy The hottest home looks for the coming year

HEARST Editor Hannah Barr Deputy editor Terry Barbrook Food editor Gregor McMaster Art director Alex Nicholas Art editors Natalie Williams, Jack Cunningham Senior designer Ellie Palmer Acting chief sub editor Sue Sharrock Senior sub editor Gwennan Thomas Features writer Harriette Casey

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Reduce your food waste by making the most of the pack sizes you’ll find in store Are nutritionally balanced, using everyday ingredients

We test each recipe at least three times in an ordinary kitchen, to make sure it works for you first time and every time

PRICE PER SERVING When we say ‘price per serving’ on our recipes, we mean the cost of the ingredients you will need to use to create the dish, divided by the number of people the recipe serves (for example ‘serves 4’). When you see the recipes at asdagoodliving.co.uk, you will be able to put the ingredients needed straight into your shopping basket – this will show the total cost of purchasing everything you need to make the recipe, not the ‘price per serving’; see above for this definition.

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SEAS THE DAY!

HOME AND DRY

ICING ON THE CAKE

Perk up your morning cuppa with this shiny mermaid mug. Be Mermazing mug, £6 (4-pack)

Add some fun to bathtime with this super-soft pink towel. All over mermaid bath towel, £7

This cute vanilla sponge cake is ideal for any shell-ebration. Asda Mia the Mermaid Cake, £11 (serves 14)

Under the sea

Make a splash with these off-the-scale mermaid picks... WHERE TO BUY?

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MOTHER OF PEARL Raise a special toast with these striking, iridescent stem glasses. Mermaid wine glasses, £7 (2-pack)

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SEA CADDY

COAST TO COAST

Keep little kitchen treasures (or teabags) tidy in this cute container. White mermaid canister, £6

Add magic to your coffee table – and guard against unsightly marks – with a pop of pastel colour. Mermaid coasters, £6 (4-pack)

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SOUND WAVES

SHELL WE?

Turn up the cool factor with these shimmery lilac headphones. Mixx OX1 on-ear headphones, £10

Dine in style with this mermaid-print crockery. Mermaid 12-piece dinner set, £25

POOL COOL

HEART OF THE OCEAN

A TALE OF SCALES

Kids will love taking a dip in this pink two-piece with silvery scales. Kids’ mermaid tankini*, from £6

A glistening box for storing precious gems from the deep – or any jewellery. Glitter heart trinket box, £4

Little readers will love this fun, seaside-themed book. Peppa Pig: Peppa the Mermaid, £4 or 2 for £7

Editor’s pick

UNDERSEA VIEW

SPREAD THE JOY

LIGHT HOUSE

Sing along with Ariel and friends as you enjoy this animated classic. Disney’s The Little Mermaid DVD, £7

Keep your breakfast butter covered with this gorgeous shell-shaped dish. Mermaid butter dish, £7

Add a cosy glow to your home with these sweet tealight holders. Pastel tealight holders, £9 (3-pack)

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FOOD EDITOR GREGOR SHARES THE LATEST FOODIE NEWS

BEST OF THE SEASON CAULIFLOWER

‘An amazingly versatile vegetable, cauliflower works brilliantly in all kinds of dishes, from soups and curries to pasta sauces. My favourite is creamy cauliflower cheese – to make it even heartier, mix in chopped boiled eggs and cooked bacon. Of course, cauliflower has also been reinvented as the ultimate “substitute” ingredient. Try blitzing florets to crumbs and bake for a gluten-free pizza base, or chop and steam for lower carb “rice”. You can also deep-fry until golden, then drizzle in a spicy sauce for vegan buffalo wings (right) that everyone will love!’ Grower’s Selection British Cauliflower, £1 (1kg)

Find this cauliflower recipe and more at ASDA. GL/cauliflower recipes

HOW TO REDUCE YOUR SALT INTAKE ‘Salt can often lurk “hidden” in food products, so to stick within the recommended limit of 6g a day*, look for reduced-salt kitchen staples such as stock cubes, soy sauce and Asda 50% Reduced Sugar & Salt Tomato Ketchup, 67p (700g; 10p/100g). Check nutrition labelling, too, and try to avoid foods with red salt ratings. And remember, salting isn’t the only way to season. Herbs, spices, black pepper, citrus juices and zest can also add lots of flavour.’ 8 | ASDA.COM

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Make a beeline for one of these cute cupcakes if you’re hoping to set your beloved’s heart aflutter. Who could resist Madeira sponge topped with vanilla frosting, heart-shaped decorations and a bee? Lovely! Asda Bee Mine Cupcakes**, £1.50 (2-pack; 75p each)

Our new double chocolate pancakes with chocolate chips will make for a fuss-free, lip-smacking, tasty Pancake Day. Serve warm, stacked and drizzled with cream. Chocolate Pancakes, £1 (5-pack; 20p each)

Tefal Dog Frying Pan†, £15

Kitchen kit

‘Bring some fun into the kitchen with this pan. Just follow the picture outline with your batter, then fill in the gaps to make a cute dog-shaped pancake. The Tefal nonstick coating makes it easy to flip and kids will love the quirky shape.’

TOP PANCAKE TIPS ● Chill the batter for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will relax and stretch the flour grains, to give you a softer, fluffier result. ● For a dairy-free treat, try coconut milk in place of normal milk. For more free-from recipes, go to ASDA.GL/freefrompancakes. ● For successful pancake tossing, first shake the frying pan to loosen the pancake. Next, dip the pan away from you and carefully flick it up and towards you, so that the pancake lands on the uncooked side.

Chef notes

Quick compote

Snuggle up on the sofa with your special someone and a tear-and-share heart-shaped pizza. Choose from five different topping variations. Heart-shaped pizza, £2.50

‘On Shrove Tuesday (or any day), brighten up your pancakes with a jammy compote. It’s great for using up fruit, whether fresh or frozen. Just simmer whole berries or chopped fruit in sugar syrup in a covered pan for 10 mins. Bring an extra tasty twist by adding dried fruit, spices such as star anise and vanilla, or a splash of our Extra Special Rhubarb & Ginger Gin Liqueur, £12 (50cl; £24/L). Compote is great with most puds – try it on French toast, or with a dollop of Greek-style yogurt… anything that could use a fruity boost, really. It’s so easy, you can’t go wrong!’

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Raise a toast this Valentine’s Day with our romantic Cupid’s cocktail February is the month for celebrating love and friendship by getting together with your favourite people – which is why this issue is all about sharing. You’ll find lots of delicious dishes that are perfect for enjoying with friends and family. Of course, some recipes are strictly for grown-ups only and made for two, like our romantic Cupid’s cocktail… Fill a cocktail shaker or large jar with ice and pour

over 50ml Extra Special Pink Gin and 50ml pink grapefruit juice. Shake for 30 secs then strain into 2 coupe glasses or flutes. Divide 2tbsp pomegranate seeds between the 2 glasses and top up each cocktail with 100ml prosecco. Take 2 cocktail sticks and skewer 1 strawberry on each. Rest across the rim of each glass and serve immediately. What’s not to love?

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Fall for steak

Master the art of choosing, cooking and serving the perfect Aberdeen Angus steak with our ultimate guide

illet, ribeye, sirloin or rump… a glorious, juicy British steak will put some sizzle into your Valentine’s Day celebrations or date nights at any time of the year. It’s a sensational star of treat-yourself dining – and any of our dishes are sure to impress that special someone… ASDAGOODLIVING.CO.UK | 13

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Cut from the rib, ribeye has a thick layer of fat running through it, which gives the meat intense flavour. Serve medium to allow the fat time to melt. l Extra Special British Aberdeen Angus Ribeye Steak, 30 Days Matured, was £5, now £4* (227g; £17.62/kg)

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This cut is taken from the back, with a stripe of fat on top and gentle marbling throughout, which ensures it’s very tender. Sirloin is best served medium. l Extra Special British Aberdeen Angus Sirloin Steak, 30 Days Matured, was £5, now £4* (227g; £17.62/kg)

Taken from the tenderloin, a strip of meat below the sirloin, fillet is a highly prized cut of steak. To boost the flavour, this lean cut is best served rare. l Extra Special British Aberdeen Angus Fillet Steak, 30 Days Matured, was £34/kg, now £30*/kg

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YOUR STEP-BY-STEP COOKING GUIDE PAT DRY

PREHEAT

ADD OIL

COOK IT

LET IT REST

Bring the steak to room temperature and pat dry with a sheet of kitchen roll.

Heat a frying pan – with no oil added – over a high setting until it starts to smoke.

Rub both sides of the steak with oil and carefully put it into the hot pan.

Fry your steak according to your preference (see below), turning it only once.

Take the steak out of the pan and put it on a plate to rest, covered, for 5 mins before slicing or serving.

COOKING TIMES

Blue

Fry for 1 min each side

Rare

Fry for 2 mins each side

Medium rare Fry for 3 mins each side

Medium

Fry for 4 mins each side

Well done

Fry for 5 mins each side

Delicious accompaniments

Asda Peppercorn Sauce, £1.25 (200g; 63p/100g)

Asda Diane Sauce, £1.25 (200g; 63p/100g)

Extra Special Pesto Alla Genovese, £1.04 (190g; 55p/100g)

Now you’ve chosen your perfect steak and know how to cook it, turn the page to find out how to serve it!

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RIBEYE

RUMP

Rosemary & garlic rump steak with root veg mash

Ribeye steak with crispy potatoes & runner beans

Lemon adds zing to this amazing starter to share SERVES 2 AS A STARTER READY IN 25 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £2.41 ● 100g frozen Asda

Golden Crispy Potatoes ● ½tbsp rapeseed oil ● 227g Extra Special British Aberdeen Angus Ribeye Steak, at room temperature ● 1 lemon, halved ● 5g unsalted butter ● 5g flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped ● 80g Asda Traditional Cut Runner Beans

1 Cook the crispy potatoes according to the pack instructions. 2 Heat a frying pan on high until it starts to smoke. Rub the oil over both sides of the steak. 3 Add the steak to the hot pan. Cook as preferred (see p15). After turning the steak, add the lemon halves, sliced side down, and the butter. Rest the steak on a plate, covered, for 5 mins.

4 Take the pan off the heat and squeeze in the juice from the lemon halves. Stir in the chopped parsley. 5 Boil the beans for 2-3 mins until tender. Drain. 6 Slice the steak, drizzle with the pan juices and season with black pepper. Serve with the veg and lemon halves. Energy

Each 211g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

9.7g

1.3g 0.32g

Salt

High

Low

1,616kJ 23.2g 386kcal High

19%

33%

49%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 766kJ/183kcal

Garlic and rosemary boost the juicy flavours in the pan SERVES 2 READY IN 15 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £4.65 ● 1tbsp rapeseed oil ● 2 x 255g Extra Special

British Aberdeen Angus Rump Steaks, at room temperature ● 20g unsalted butter ● 1 clove garlic, sliced ● 2 sprigs rosemary ● 400g pack Asda Root Veg Mash

1 Heat a frying pan over a high setting until it starts to smoke. Rub the oil over both sides of the steak. 2 Cook the steak to your preference (see p15). Once the steak has been turned, add the butter, garlic and rosemary and spoon over the steaks to baste. Once cooked, remove the steaks from the pan and set aside, covered, to rest. 3 Cook the root veg mash according to the pack instructions. 4 Serve the steaks in the pan, drizzled with the pan juices and seasoned with black pepper, with the root veg mash on the side. Energy

Each 472g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

2,449kJ 30.2g 13.7g 585kcal High High

29%

43%

69%

Salt

2.8g 1.37g Low

Low

23%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 519kJ/124kcal

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SIRLOIN

Sirloin steak with a peppercorn sauce & matchstick parsnips

The classic steak sauce gives a rich kick of heat and the parsnips add a sweet, crispy twist SERVES 2 READY IN 30 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £5.86 ● 250g pack Extra Special

Baby Parsnips, peeled and cut into matchsticks ● 4tsp rapeseed oil ● 2 x 227g Extra Special British Aberdeen Angus Sirloin Steaks, at room temperature ● 100g Asda Peppercorn Sauce ● 120g pack Asda Strong Watercress, Spinach & Rocket 1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. 2 Toss the parsnips with 2tsp of the oil on a baking tray. Season with black pepper. Roast for 20 mins until crispy and golden.

3 Heat a frying pan on a high setting until it starts to smoke. Rub the remaining oil over both sides of the steak. 4 Cook the steaks according to your preference (see p15). Rest on a plate, covered, for 5 mins. 5 Turn the heat to low and stir the peppercorn sauce into the pan juices. Heat until almost simmering. 6 Season the steaks with black pepper and serve with the peppercorn sauce, fries and salad leaves. Energy

Each 468g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

2,722kJ 36.5g 14.5g 651kcal High High

33%

52%

73%

Salt

7.5g 0.89g Low

Low

15%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 582kJ/139kcal

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FILLE T

Fillet steak with chunky chips, roast tomatoes & pesto

The sweet roasted cherry tomatoes add a tang to the traditional combination of steak and chips SERVES 2 READY IN 25 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £6.96 ● 300g frozen Extra

1 Cook the chunky chips according to the pack instructions. 2 Meanwhile, heat an ovenproof frying pan over a high setting until it starts to smoke. Rub the oil over both sides of the steaks, then cook in the pan for 1 min each side until caramelised. 3 Add the tomatoes to the pan, put it in the oven and roast for 5 mins for rare, 6-7 mins for medium and

8-9 mins for well done. 4 Take the tomatoes and steaks out of the pan and set aside to rest. 5 Put the pan back onto a low heat, add the pesto and pine nuts (if using) and stir until heated through. Add any resting juices from the steak and stir in. 6 Drizzle the steaks with the pesto mixture and Each 483g serving contains season with blackSalt Energy Fat Saturates Sugars 2,930kJ 29.9g 9.2g 4.3g 1.06g pepper. with the 700kcal High Serve High Low Low 5% 18% 35% 43% chips and46%tomatoes. of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 607kJ/145kcal

Photographs: Vinny Whiteman, Toby Scott. Styling: Morag Farquhar, Rob Merrett. Food styling: Lorna Brash

Special Chunky Maris Piper Chips ● 1tbsp rapeseed oil ● 2 x 200g Extra Special British Aberdeen Angus Fillet Steaks, at room temperature ● 225g vine-ripened cherry tomatoes ● 2tbsp Extra Special Pesto Alla Genovese ● 1tbsp pine nuts (optional)

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Just add potatoes Make a good meal great with our range of quality potatoes – perfect for sides or as the main attraction

Photograph: Andrew Burton. Styling: Rob Merrett. Food styling: Jenna Leiter

rom hash browns with breakfast to jackets for tea, you’ll never be short of inspiration with our range of fresh potatoes. Steam or bake for a simple side dish, or cook up an impressive dauphinoise. There’s a lot to love about leftover potatoes, too: add boiled spuds to soups, or turn yesterday’s mash into tonight’s fishcakes. Find all these varieties and more in our produce aisle and pick the perfect potato to create your dish of the day…

MARIS PIPER

This floury potato is the perfect choice for roasties and chunky chips, and also delicious in a frittata or mashed with a little unsalted butter. Grower’s Selection Maris Piper Potatoes, £1.50 (2kg; 75p/kg)

SWEET POTATOES

TOP TIP

Colourful and sweet-tasting, these are real all-rounders. Use them in curries and soups or just roast, bake or mash – ideal for topping a cottage pie. Grower’s Selection Sweet Potatoes, £1 (1kg)

Store potatoes in a cool, dark place – if any green patches or shoots appear, cut them away before cooking

BABY

These little beauties are big winners simply boiled and served warm with fish or cold in salads. Make deep cuts across one side then roast for hasselback potatoes, or chop and fry with chorizo for easy Spanish-style patatas bravas. Grower’s Selection Baby Potatoes, 80p (1kg)

BAKING

This larger variety is amazing for filled potato skins – think mash with ham and cheese – or baked in their jackets then topped with chilli. It’s great for wedges, too. Grower’s Selection Baking Potatoes, £1.20 (2kg; 60p/kg)

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...and to finish Delicious sweet treats made for sharing are a fitting finale to your romantic meal for two Choc & cherry cookie dough bake Warm and gooey, with a fruity twist

SERVES 2, PLUS LEFTOVERS FOR 2 READY IN 15 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 37p ● 50g unsalted butter,

melted ● 50g light brown soft sugar ● 1tsp vanilla extract ● 2tbsp semi-skimmed milk ● 100g plain flour

● 50g dark chocolate,

roughly chopped

● 50g frozen cherries ● 10 Asda White Chocolate

Giant Buttons

● 2 small scoops (100g)

Asda Really Creamy Vanilla Light Ice Cream

1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Grease a small skillet pan or 15cm casserole dish. 2 Stir together the melted butter, brown sugar and vanilla. Mix in the milk until combined. 3 Stir in the flour and most of the chopped chocolate, then spoon into the skillet pan or casserole dish. Press the frozen cherries

and white chocolate buttons into the top of the cookie dough. 4 Bake for 8-10 mins, until just set around the edges. 5 Top with the remaining chopped chocolate and the vanilla ice cream, then serve immediately. Energy

Each 118g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

19%

25%

1,600kJ 17.7g 11.0g 29.5g 0.07g 382kcal Med High High Low

55%

33%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 1,356kJ/324kcal

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Spirit of the Caribbean banana split

This mouthwatering pud, with a spiced rum-flavoured drizzle, is a treat for two! SERVES 2 READY IN 10 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £1.03 ● 1 large banana, peeled

and sliced lengthways

● 60ml Sailor Jerry Spiced ● 2 small scoops (100g)

Asda Chocolate Frozen Yogurt ● 2tbsp Asda 30% Less Fat Squirty Cream ● 1tbsp Asda Micro Mallows ● 1tsp Asda Gold Crunch 1 Heat a nonstick frying pan on a medium setting. Cook the banana, sliced sides down, for 1 min, to caramelise. Reduce the heat to low and add the Sailor Jerry. Flip the banana to coat, then transfer to a serving dish. 2 Drizzle the spirit from the pan over the banana, then add the frozen yogurt. 3 Top with the squirty cream, micro mallows and gold crunch sprinkles. Serve immediately. Energy 860kJ 206kcal

3.0g

Each 150g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

2.1g

Salt

10%

Low

11%

21.0g 0.06g Med

23%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 573kJ/137kcal

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Easy dark chocolate fondue

Take a dip together, with a tempting sauce and a choice of fresh fruits, biscuits and marshmallows SERVES 2 READY IN 10 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £1.68

FOR THE FONDUE ● 75ml whole milk ● 30ml Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur (optional), or extra milk ● 100g Asda Dark Chocolate Drops ● 10g unsalted butter TO SERVE ● 6 Asda Rich Tea Fingers ● 125g blackberries ● 1 pear, peeled, cored and sliced ● 6 Asda Marshmallows 1 Heat the milk in a small pan until almost simmering. Remove from the heat and stir in the Kahlúa liqueur or extra milk, then set aside. 2 Put the chocolate drops and butter into a small

microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave on a medium setting for bursts of 20 secs, stirring gently in between, until the mixture is melted, smooth and well combined. 3 Pour the milk into the chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth. Transfer the fondue to a pan or bowl, and arrange on a serving platter with the biscuits, blackberries, pear and marshmallows around it. Serve immediately with small forks or cocktail sticks for dipping. Energy

Each 294g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

31%

32%

2,583kJ 22.6g 13.2g 64.7g 0.29g 617kcal High High High Low

66%

72%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 879kJ/210kcal

Raspberry & chocolate brownie sharing milkshake This totally decadent thick fruity shake topped with cream is heaven to share ● 1tsp cocoa powder, sifted ● 1 Asda Chocolate

Brownie, crumbled

● 200ml semi-skimmed

milk

● 125g pack Farm Stores

Raspberries, a few reserved to decorate ● 2tbsp Asda 30% Less Fat Squirty Cream

1 Put the cocoa powder, half the crumbled chocolate brownie, half the milk and a handful of ice into a blender. Blitz until smooth and pour into a tall jar or large glass.

Photographs: Vinny Whiteman. Styling: Morag Farquhar. Food styling: Lorna Brash

SERVES 2 READY IN 5 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 91p

2 Rinse out the blender then add another handful of ice, plus the remaining milk and the raspberries. Blitz until smooth and pour slowly and carefully over the chocolate layer in the jar. 3 Top with the cream and the remaining crumbled brownie, and add 2 paper straws. Serve with the reserved raspberries on the side, plus 2 long-handled spoons for digging in.

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Energy 655kJ 157kcal

6.9g

Each 191g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

3.4g 12.8g 0.15g

Salt

Med

10%

High

Low

17%

Med

14%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 343kJ/82kcal

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‘I want my girls to haVE GREAT FOODIE MEMORIES’ TV presenter, writer and activist Katie Piper, 35, on the lasagne her whole family loves

Interview: Sharon Parsons. Photographs: Andrew Burton, Getty Images. Styling: Hannah Wilkinson. Food styling: Matthew Ford. Recipe adapted from The Healthy Happy Mum Plan

ating together is an important part of family life for me. I have very fond memories of my childhood growing up in Hampshire. Both my mum and dad would cook for me, my brother and sister. Family mealtimes were always special to us, whether it was a weeknight spaghetti Bolognese or a Sunday roast. I want my daughters Belle, five, and Penelope, one, to grow up with the same fond memories and see good food as a pleasure. My husband Richard and I both believe in the importance of us all sitting at the table for dinner; we never eat in front of the TV. We’re always cooking together, too, and Belle squeals with delight whenever she cracks eggs for a dish. It’s hilarious! My mum’s recipe for lasagne is fantastic and I’ve adapted it for my cookbook, using thin slices of butternut squash instead of the pasta sheets – although it certainly isn’t a ‘consolation’ dish. I don’t think healthier eating should be about depriving yourself or restricting food groups. This version tastes delicious and is good for entertaining, as you can make and freeze it in advance. It’s also great for sneaking in vegetables for fussy youngsters! The Healthy Happy Mum Plan, by Katie Piper and Terri-Ann Nunns, is out now

Katie with he r mum Diane

Katie Piper ‘s butternut squash lasagne SERVES 6 READY IN 1 HR 20 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £1.34

olive oil white sauce, * 1tbsp * 430g 1 large onion, from a jar * finely chopped 30% less fat * 120g 1 orange and 1 yellow grated cheese * pepper, chopped * 60g Parmesan, grated 2 cloves garlic, * crushed 1 Heat the oil and fry the 600g lean beef onion and peppers for 10 * mince (typically mins. Add the garlic and

* * * * *

less than 5% fat) 2tbsp tomato purée 400g tin chopped tomatoes 2 bay leaves 2tsp dried oregano 400g butternut squash, peeled and sliced thinly into ‘lasagne sheets’

cook for another 2 mins. Remove and set aside. 2 Brown the mince in the pan. Add the onions and peppers back to the pan with the tomato purée, tomatoes, bay leaves and oregano. Simmer for 25 mins, stirring occasionally.

Remove the bay leaves. 3 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. 4 Spoon a layer of the mince into a baking dish and top with a layer of butternut squash, followed by a little white sauce. Continue adding layers, finishing with sauce, then sprinkle with the cheese and Parmesan. Cover with foil, bake for 45-60 mins, then serve. Energy

Each 418g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

High

Med

1,661kJ 18.4g 397kcal Med

20%

26%

7.9g 10.9g 1.30g

40%

Low

12%

22%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 397kJ/95kcal

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Asian-style pork belly with a plum sauce

4 WAYS WITHâ&#x20AC;Ś

Roasted plum & sticky chicken drumstick traybake

Plum, rocket & mozzarella salad with a tangy dressing

Plums

Mouthwateringly juicy eaten raw, this versatile fruit is also delicious cooked, adding rich flavour to sweet and savoury dishes

Sloe gin-soaked plums with an oat & nut crumble topping

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Asian-style pork belly with a plum sauce

Roasted plum & sticky chicken drumstick traybake

SERVES 4 READY IN 2 HRS 30 MINS PRICE PER SERVING £1.52

SERVES 4 READY IN 1 HR 10 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 90p

1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. 2 Whisk together 1tbsp clear honey, 1tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce, 1tbsp rice vinegar, 1tsp Chinese five spice powder, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, a 2cm piece ginger, grated, and ½tbsp sesame seeds. 3 Coat 750g pork belly slices and 400g plums, destoned and chopped, in the marinade and place on a baking tray with about 75ml water. Cover with foil and roast for 1 hr. Uncover, baste and cook

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. 2 Whisk together 2tbsp balsamic glaze, 1tbsp rapeseed oil and 2 cloves garlic, crushed. 3 Make 3 diagonal cuts in the skin and flesh of 8 Butcher’s Selection Chicken Drumsticks. Toss in the marinade and leave for 15 mins. 4 Put 500g Grower’s Selection British Baby Potatoes, halved, in a pan of boiling water and cook for 10 mins until just tender. Drain

for another 50-60 mins basting after 30 mins. 4 Cook 200g jasmine rice according to the pack instructions. 5 Divide the pork and plums between 4 plates, and drizzle over the juices. Serve with the rice and 85g watercress, sprinkled with 2 spring onions, shredded, 1 red chilli (optional), sliced, and ½tbsp sesame seeds. Energy

Each 446g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

3191kJ 36.1g 11.6g 20.5g 0.76g 763kcal High High Low Low

38%

52%

58%

23%

13%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 715kJ/171kcal

Tender chicken with a tangy glaze roasted with potatoes and plums – perfection!

and leave for 2 mins to steam dry. 5 In a roasting tin, toss together the marinated chicken, potatoes, a 400g pack Grower’s Selection Ready to Eat Plums, destoned and quartered, 2 red onions, peeled and quartered, and 3 sprigs thyme. Roast for 45-50 mins, tossing after 20-25 mins, until the chicken is cooked through. Energy

1 of your 5-a-day

Each 461g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

2.3g

17.1g 0.37g

Salt

Low

1659kJ 10.6g 396kcal Low

20%

15%

12%

19%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 360kJ/86kcal

Sloe gin-soaked plums with an oat & nut crumble topping

Plum, rocket & mozzarella salad with a tangy dressing

SERVES 8 READY IN 1 HR PRICE PER SERVING 55p

SERVES 6 READY IN 15 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 63p

Spice, vanilla and ruby-red sloe gin complement the sweet plums in this grown-up dessert 1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. 2 Split 1 vanilla pod and scrape out the seeds. Toss the pod and seeds in an ovenproof dish with 8 plums, halved and destoned, 2tbsp dark muscovado sugar, 100ml sloe gin, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 balls stem ginger from a jar, chopped. Arrange the plums cut side up, cover with foil and bake for 25 mins until tender. 3 Meanwhile, to make the crumble topping, rub together 75g plain flour

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and 30g unsalted butter, cubed, until it resembles fine crumbs. Stir through 2tbsp dark muscovado sugar, 30g rolled oats and 20g hazelnuts, chopped. 4 Baste the plums with the juices from the dish, then top each one with 1tbsp of the crumble. Sprinkle over 20g flaked almonds. Return to the oven and cook, uncovered, for 20 mins until the crumble is golden. Energy

Each 96g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

Med

Low

880kJ 6.6g 210kcal Med

11%

2.3g 12%

17.3g 0.02g Med

19%

<1%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 916kJ/219kcal

Peppery rocket, orange and mustard add zing to this dish of ripe fruit and creamy cheese

1 In a large bowl, toss together 4 Grower’s Selection Ready to Eat Plums, stoned and thinly sliced, 2 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced, a 60g pack Asda Strong Wild Rocket and 10g basil, leaves torn. 2 For the dressing, stir together 1tsp coarse-grain mustard, juice ½ orange and 2tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Season well with ground black pepper. 3 Drizzle the dressing over the salad then toss well to coat. Transfer to a serving

plate and scatter over a 125g pack Asda Light Mozzarella, drained and torn. Sprinkle with 20g pumpkin seeds to serve. Energy 478kJ 114kcal

7.7g

Each 90g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

2.3g

4.3g 0.12g

Salt

Med

11%

Med

Low

12%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 531kJ/127kcal

For more delicious dishes made with plums, go to ASDA.GL/ plums

Photographs: Kate Whitaker. Styling: Tamzin Ferdinando. Food styling: Matthew Ford

The fruity sauce cuts through the richness of the meat in this classic flavour combo

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Bursting blueberry & strawberry pancake, p34

PAN-BAKE DAY Take your pancakes to star status with these simple and delicious oven-baked versions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no flipping required!

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Bursting blueberry & strawberry pancake

Packed with sweet, juicy berries, this fluffy pancake is gorgeous served straight from the oven SERVES 7 READY IN 35 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 41p ● 125g self-raising flour ● ½tsp baking powder ● ½tsp ground cinnamon ● 2tbsp caster sugar ● 15g butter, melted and cooled,

plus extra to grease

● 125ml semi-skimmed milk ● 1 egg, beaten ● ½tbsp vanilla bean paste ● 75g blueberries ● 100g strawberries,

stems removed, halved

● ½tbsp icing sugar

1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Grease a 20cm ovenproof frying pan or 20cm x 30cm baking tray with butter. 2 Sift the flour, baking powder and cinnamon into a bowl and stir in the sugar. Whisk in the melted butter, milk, beaten egg and vanilla bean paste until smooth. Pour the batter into the pan or baking tray and smooth with the back of a spoon. 3 Sprinkle the blueberries and strawberries evenly over the batter. Bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 20-25 mins until golden, risen and a skewer comes out cleanly when inserted in the middle. 4 Leave to cool in the pan for 2 mins, then cut into 7 triangles and dust with the icing sugar before serving. Energy 561kJ 134kcal

3.2g

Each 78g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

1.6g

7.8g 0.34g

Salt

Med

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 720kJ/172kcal

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Chocolate, hazelnut & ricotta pancake

Rich chocolate and hazelnuts make an indulgent sweet treat SERVES 12 READY IN 40 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 25p ● 100g dark chocolate (minimum

70% cocoa), chopped

Photographs: Kate Whitaker. Styling: Tamzin Ferdinando. Food styling: Matthew Ford

● 250g ricotta ● 150ml semi-skimmed milk ● 3 eggs, separated ● 150g plain flour ● 50g cocoa powder ● 3tbsp light brown sugar ● 1tsp baking powder ● 20g hazelnuts, roughly chopped ● 1tsp vanilla bean paste ● 1tbsp icing sugar ● 3tbsp golden syrup

1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Grease and line a 20cm x 30cm baking tray. 2 Melt ½ the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Cool slightly. 3 Whisk together ½ the ricotta, the milk, egg yolks, flour, cocoa, sugar and baking powder until smooth. 4 In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until medium peaks form. 5 Stir ⅓ of the egg whites into the batter to loosen it, then gently fold in the remaining egg whites. Mix in the remaining chocolate and ½ the hazelnuts. Pour the batter into the baking tray, tilting it into the corners. 6 Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pancake batter and sprinkle with the remaining hazelnuts. Bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 20-25 mins until risen and a skewer comes out cleanly when inserted in the middle. Cool slightly, then cut into 12 squares. 7 Mix the remaining ricotta with the vanilla paste and icing sugar. Serve alongside the pancake squares with the golden syrup to drizzle over. Energy 878kJ 210kcal

8.6g

Each 86g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

4.2g 14.6g 0.27g

Salt

11%

Med

12%

Med

21%

Med

16%

TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT…

All-day breakfast pancake

With earthy mushrooms, sweet tomato and fresh herbs, this take on a potato pancake makes an easy family meal SERVES 6 READY IN 1 HR PRICE PER SERVING 50p ● 2 pork sausages ● 2 jumbo mushrooms, sliced ● 1tsp rapeseed oil ● 250g cold mashed potato ● 100g plain flour ● 1tsp baking powder ● 125ml semi-skimmed milk ● 4 eggs ● 10g chives, finely chopped ● 8 vine cherry tomatoes ● 2tbsp roughly chopped

flat-leaf parsley

1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Grease and line a 20cm x 30cm baking tray. 2 Put the sausages and mushrooms on a separate baking tray, drizzle with the oil and roast in the oven for 30 mins. Cool slightly, then slice the sausages. 3 Mix together the cold mashed potato, flour, baking powder, milk, 2 of the eggs and the

chopped chives until well combined. Season with freshly ground black pepper. 4 Pour the batter into the baking tray, tilting it into the corners, and smooth with the back of a spoon. Make 2 wells in the batter and crack an egg into each one. Sprinkle with the sausages, mushrooms and tomatoes and season with black pepper. Bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 30-35 mins until golden, risen and a skewer comes out cleanly when inserted in the middle. 5 Cool in the tin for 2 mins, then cut into 6 rectangles. 6 Serve the pancake sprinkled with the flat-leaf parsley and freshly ground black pepper. Energy 934kJ 223kcal

11%

Each 186g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

Med

10.0g 3.0g 14%

Med

15%

2.2g 0.58g Low

10%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 502kJ/120kcal

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 1,021kJ/244kcal

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Enjoy family time around the table and get the day off to a flying start with our breakfast favourites

Nescafé Gold Blend Instant Coffee (100g)

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£1.07 per serving

Time to tuck in! Gather the whole family around the table for easy-cook midweek dinners that are packed full of flavour

VEGAN

Twice-baked sweet potatoes with bean chilli

Mixed beans and silky avocado add colour to this spicy dish SERVES 4 READY IN 1 HR 30 MINS

● 4 small sweet potatoes ● 6 cherry tomatoes, quartered ● 2 spring onions, finely sliced ● 15g coriander, chopped ● 1tsp rapeseed oil ● 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped ● 400g tin Asda Mixed Bean Salad in Water, drained and rinsed ● 198g tin sweetcorn, drained ● ½tsp smoked paprika ● 1tbsp Cajun seasoning ● 400g tin chopped tomatoes 38 | ASDAGOODLIVING.CO.UK

● 1 small avocado, peeled, destoned and cut into small chunks ● 1 lime, sliced, to serve

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork, then roast on a tray for 55 mins. Allow to cool a little, then halve and scoop the flesh into a bowl, reserving the skins. 2 Mix in the cherry tomatoes, most of the spring onions and half the coriander. Season with freshly ground

black pepper, spoon back into the skins and bake for 15 mins. 3 Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan on a medium setting, add the garlic and fry for 2 mins. Add the beans, sweetcorn, paprika, Cajun seasoning, chopped tomatoes and 100ml water. Stir, then simmer for 25 mins until thickened. 4 Spoon the beans over the sweet potatoes and top with the avocado. Sprinkle with the remaining spring onions and coriander, then serve with the lime slices on the side. Energy

5 of your 5-a-day

Each 429g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

Low

1,562kJ 9.9g 373kcal Low

19%

14%

1.7g 9%

17.6g 0.90g Low

20%

15%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 364kJ/87kcal

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Dijon chicken with celeriac mash

Give a flavourful twist to creamy, comforting chicken and mash with earthy celeriac and a kick of mustard SERVES 4 READY IN 40 MINS

● 1tsp rapeseed oil ● 525g pack Butcher’s Selection British Chicken Breast Portions ● 8 shallots, peeled and halved ● 2 cloves garlic, finely sliced ● 1tsp cornflour ● 3 sprigs thyme, leaves picked ● 1tbsp Dijon mustard ● 1tbsp coarse-grain mustard ● 1 reduced-salt chicken stock cube, made up to 300ml ● 1 small celeriac, peeled and cubed ● 2 bay leaves

● ½tsp ground nutmeg ● 2tbsp reduced-fat crème fraîche ● 2 x 170g packs Extra Special Green Vegetable Medley

1 Heat the oil in a nonstick pan on a medium setting. Add the chicken, shallots and garlic, then fry for 10 mins. 2 Add the cornflour, thyme and both mustards to the pan, stir, then mix in the stock. Season with black pepper, cover, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 mins

until the chicken is cooked through. 3 Meanwhile, put the celeriac and bay leaves in a pan, cover with boiling water, then simmer for 15-20 mins until tender. Drain, discard the bay leaves, return the celeriac to the pan and mash until smooth. Stir through the nutmeg and half of the crème fraîche, then season with black pepper. 4 Cook the green vegetable medley according to the pack instructions. 5 Stir the remaining crème fraîche through the chicken and serve immediately with the celeriac mash and green vegetables. Energy

3 of your 5-a-day

Each 460g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

3.2g

6.4g 1.33g

Salt

Low

1,213kJ 8.3g 290kcal Low

15%

12%

16%

22%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 264kJ/63kcal

£2.90 per serving

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Halloumi, beetroot & quinoa warm salad Satisfyingly crunchy, with zesty lemon and bright pops of pomegranate SERVES 4 READY IN 15 MINS

● 20g pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped ● 20g pumpkin seeds ● 2tsp cumin seeds ● 100g Asda 30% Less Fat Halloumi, cut into 2cm chunks ● 2 x 220g packs Tilda Lime & Herb Super Grains Quinoa, Brown Basmati & Wild Rice ● 25g mint, leaves picked and torn ● 25g flat-leaf parsley, chopped ● 2 carrots, grated ● Zest and juice 1 lemon ● 80g pomegranate seeds ● 175g pack Extra Special Apple Balsamic Vinegar Infused Beetroot, chopped ● 1tbsp rapeseed oil

£2.27 per serving

1 Dry-fry the pistachios, pumpkin seeds and cumin seeds in a nonstick pan over a medium heat until the pumpkin seeds start to pop. Set aside. 2 Add the halloumi to the pan and fry for 3-5 mins until it becomes softer and turns golden on the outside. 3 Cook the Super Grains according to the pack instructions. Transfer to a large bowl, add the fried pistachios and seeds, the halloumi and the remaining ingredients, then mix together. Season with freshly ground black pepper and serve. Energy

1 of your 5-a-day

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Each 286g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

Low

Med

1,568kJ 17.2g 375kcal Med

19%

25%

3.7g 19%

11.2g 0.92g Low

12%

15%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 548kJ/131kcal

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READY IN 15 MINS

Sausage & broccoli bow tie pasta

The classic Italian-style combo of pork sausage and fennel make this a sure-fire family fave SERVES 4 READY IN 15 MINS

● 250g Asda Farfalle pasta ● 1tsp rapeseed oil ● 4 Butcher’s Selection Reduced Fat Pork Sausages, cut into 1cm chunks ● 1tsp fennel seeds ● 2 cloves garlic, crushed ● 10g basil, stems finely chopped and leaves torn ● 400g Tenderstem broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces ● 2tbsp Asda Light 50% Less Fat Light Garlic & Herb Soft Cheese ● 20g Parmesan, finely grated ● 1tsp chilli flakes (optional)

£1.80

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per serving

1 Cook the farfalle according to the pack instructions. Do not drain. 2 Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan on a medium setting. Add the sausage chunks and cook for 8 mins or until browned. 3 Add the fennel seeds, garlic, basil stems and broccoli, then cook for 5-6 mins until the broccoli is tender. Turn off the heat, add a splash of the pasta cooking water, then stir in the soft cheese and basil leaves. 4 Drain the pasta, add it to the pan and stir. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and chilli flakes, if using, season with black pepper and serve. Energy

1 of your 5-a-day

Each 314g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

2.5g

3.8g 0.88g

Salt

Low

1,642kJ 6.9g 393kcal Low

20%

10%

13%

15%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 523kJ/125kcal

£1.43 per serving

ONE-PAN WONDER

Coconut beef curry

Enjoy curry night at home with this slow-cooked one-pot of tender beef and green peppers in a rich, aromatic sauce SERVES 4 READY IN 45 MINS

● 1tsp rapeseed oil ● 2 cloves garlic, finely crushed ● 5cm piece ginger, finely grated ● 1 onion, sliced ● 1tbsp mild curry powder ● 1tsp smoked paprika ● 400g diced beef ● 550g tin Smart Price New Potatoes in Water, drained and rinsed ● 200ml tin reduced-fat coconut milk ● 1 reduced-salt beef stock cube, made up to 300ml ● 2 green peppers, deseeded and cut into 2cm chunks ● 100g baby spinach ●Z est and juice 1 lime, plus extra lime wedges, to serve ● 1 red chilli, finely sliced (optional)

1 Heat the oil in a medium pan over a low setting. Cook the garlic, ginger and onion for 4-5 mins until softened. Add the curry powder and paprika, then cook for 2 mins. 2 Stir in the beef and potatoes, then the coconut milk and beef stock. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 35 mins. After 30 mins, add the green peppers. 3 Take off the heat and stir through the spinach, lime juice and zest. Serve with a sprinkling of red chilli, if using, plus the lime wedges, to squeeze. Energy

1 of your 5-a-day

Each 447g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

4.5g

4.5g 1.07g

Salt

Low

1,141kJ 9.4g 273kcal Low

14%

13%

23%

18%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 255kJ/61kcal

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cookery masterclass

STEAMED BAO BUNS Food editor Gregor shows you how to celebrate Chinese New Year in style with traditional melt-in-the-mouth bao buns

Find the recipes for our spicy meat and veggie bun fillings on p44

Oven ‘fried’ chicken with curry mayo

Sticky tofu with spicy cabbage

Pulled pork with crunchy veg

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Steamed bao buns

These easy-to-make buns become lovely and fluffy when steamed

MAKES 12 BUNS READY IN 2 HRS 30 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 3p

Photographs: Andrew Burton. Styling: Hannah Wilkinson. Food styling: Matthew Ford

Put 1tbsp caster sugar and a 7g sachet Asda Easy Bake Yeast in a small bowl. Stir in 1tbsp warm water until the sugar has dissolved, then set aside for 5 mins.

5 Roll each piece of dough into a ball. Use your hands to flatten the balls into oval shapes, about 2cm thick.

TIP

Energy 758kJ 181kcal

3.0g

Each 59g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

0.6g

1.7g 0.37g

Salt

Med

Low

Med

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 1,284kJ/307kcal

In a separate bowl, stir together 1tbsp caster sugar, 500g self-raising flour, 150ml whole milk and 1tbsp vegetable oil. Stir in the yeast mixture, plus 100ml warm water, and mix into a dough.

Knead on a lightly floured surface for 12 mins until the dough is smooth and less sticky. Put it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with oiled clingfilm and leave to prove in a warm place for 1 hr or until doubled in size.

Once the dough has proved, remove it from the bowl and discard the clingfilm. Roll the dough into a thick sausage shape, then cut it into 12 even pieces.

Use 2tbsp vegetable oil to brush both sides of all the buns, then fold over. Put each bun into a paper muffin case on a baking tray. Cover with oiled clingfilm and set aside to prove for 30 mins.

Put 2-3cm of water in a pan or wok and bring to the boil. Put the buns, 3 or 4 at a time, in a bamboo or metal steamer and set it over the pan.

Cover the steamer and cook for 8-10 mins until the buns are puffed. Remove and set aside to cool slightly. Repeat with the remaining buns. To serve, carefully open and add your chosen filling.

If you don’t have a steamer basket, heat 2-3cm water in a large, deep pan. Carefully set 2 heatproof mugs in the bottom of the pan and put a heatproof plate on top. Make sure there’s enough room above the plate so the buns won’t touch the lid of the pan. Cover and cook as you would using a steamer basket.

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FUSS-FREE FILLINGS FOR BAO BUNS Once your steamed buns are ready, team them with one of these flavour-packed fillings – each recipe is enough to fill 6 buns

Oven ‘fried’ chicken with curry mayo

Pulled pork with crunchy veg

Sticky tofu with spicy cabbage

MAKES FILLING FOR 6 BUNS READY IN 25 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 47p

MAKES FILLING FOR 6 BUNS READY IN 30 MINS, PLUS CHILLING PRICE PER SERVING 47p

MAKES FILLING FOR 6 BUNS READY IN 20 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 54p

● 400g pack frozen Asda

● 2tbsp rice vinegar ● 2tsp caster sugar ● 1 carrot, coarsely grated ● ¼ cucumber, cut into matchsticks ● 1 red chilli, sliced ● 3 radishes, sliced ● 440g Cooks From Frozen Ultimate

● 200g Grower’s Selection Chinese

A Deep South-style favourite gets a spicy mayo drizzle

Southern Fried Chicken Breast Strips ● 2tsp mild curry powder ● 3tbsp light mayonnaise ● 100g red cabbage, thinly shredded ● 1 Little Gem lettuce, shredded 1 Cook the chicken breast strips according to the pack instructions. 2 Meanwhile, stir the curry powder into the mayonnaise and season with black pepper. 3 Divide the red cabbage and lettuce between 6 steamed buns. Top with the cooked chicken strips, drizzle with the curry mayonnaise and serve immediately. Energy

Each 159g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

1.3g

2.9g 0.86g

Salt

Low

Med

1,543kJ 10.5g 369kcal Med

18%

15%

14%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 971kJ/232kcal

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Sweet pork and pickled veg combine in this tangy mix

Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork

● Coriander (optional)

1 Stir together the vinegar and sugar until the sugar has dissolved. Toss the carrot, cucumber, chilli and radish into the vinegar mixture to coat. Cover and chill for at least 30 mins to pickle. 2 Heat the pork according to the pack instructions and divide between 6 buns. 3 Top with the pickled veg and coriander, and serve immediately. Energy

Each 176g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

3.3g

9.5g 0.77g

Salt

Med

1,436kJ 10.4g 343kcal Med

17%

15%

17%

11%

13%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 816kJ/195kcal

Exotic flavours add a spicy kick to a hearty veggie filling

Leaf, chopped

● 1tbsp sriracha chilli sauce ● 2tsp rice vinegar ● 160g pack Cauldron Organic

Marinated Tofu pieces

● 3tbsp teriyaki sauce ● 1 spring onion, sliced ● 1 red chilli, sliced ● 1tsp sesame seeds

1 Put the Chinese leaf into a bowl and toss with the sriracha and rice vinegar. Cover and chill for 10 mins. 2 Heat the tofu according to the pack instructions. Stir in the teriyaki sauce. 3 Divide the Chinese leaf and tofu between 6 buns and top with spring onion, chilli and a sprinkle of sesame. Energy

Each 133g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

1.3g

6.7g 1.46g

Salt

Low

Med

1,135kJ 8.0g 271kcal Med

14%

11%

24%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 854kJ/204kcal

prawn noodle stir-fry

Asda Rainbow Stir-Fry, £1 (260g; 38p/100g)

Time to feast

Mix and match our fresh stir-fries, easy sauces and simple sides for Chinese New Year on 5 February and beyond – the perfect weeknight banquet at any time!

sweet & sour chicken with peppers and egg fried rice

Uncle Ben’s Sweet & Sour sauce, £1* (450g; 22p/100g)

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Uncle Ben’s Egg Fried Rice, £1 (250g; 40p/100g)

Asda Egg Noodles, 75p (300g; 25p/100g)

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Vegetable chow mein

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Asda Soy & Garlic Stir-Fry Sauce, 75p** (170g; 44p/100g)

Asda Mixed Pepper Stir-Fry, £1 (320g; 31p/100g)

Blue Dragon Medium Egg Noodles, £1 (300g; 33p/100g)

prawn crackers

Sharwood’s Prawn Crackers, £1† (60g; £1.67/100g) Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge will apply, see ASDA.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photograph shows serving suggestions. If you look under 25 and want to buy age-restricted products, you will need to prove your age. No I.D. no sale. *£1.88 from 13 February 2019. **80p from 25 February 2019. †£1.39 from 13 February 2019 ASDA.COM/GROCERIES | 47

FOOD

Briony BAKES

Star BAKER

The Great British Bake Off’s Briony May tests some brilliant recipes for kids with her daughter Nora who’s already a budding chef!

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‘I learned all about baking from youtube’

riony May stole the nation’s hearts with her fantastic baking skills last year on Channel 4’s The Great British Bake Off. Now, the 34-year-old mum, who lives in Bristol with her husband Steve and daughter Nora, three, has teamed up with us to create some unique animal-inspired recipes to bake at home with your little ones. In between making doggy biscuits and elephant pizzas, she filled us in on her time in the tent... How did it feel to cook in the Bake Off tent? It was so hot with last summer’s heatwave! But it’s such an amazing atmosphere – it’s just buzzing all the time. From the minute you step in at seven in the morning, there’s so much going on and so many people who are part of the team. It’s busier than I thought it was going to be, but it’s great. It’s just like you would want it to be. Do you have a favourite contestant from a previous series? I always loved Selasi, he was great, and lovely Liam, too. And Nadiya, obviously. I remember when she won, I was so emotional watching it. When I knew I was going to be on, I went back to the first series and watched it all again. How did you juggle your life with filming Bake Off every weekend? I’m so blessed – I have such a supportive family. My mum helps out a lot and my husband’s

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incredible. We put Nora in for an extra day at nursery each week, and my mum would look after her so I could practise. I don’t know how people who work full time manage to do it! Being a Bake Off contestant is hard work – what kept you going? I remember my husband saying to

me, ‘You know, you’re never going to get to do this again – you have to go and do it properly.’ I’m glad he said that because it meant that I tried really hard every week. How did you get into baking? I baked a bit as a kid with my nan, but I really got into it in 2013 when I was off work for nine months. I was ill, but they didn’t know what was wrong – eventually we figured out it was polycystic ovary syndrome. I’m not very good at doing nothing, so

the nurse at the school where I worked suggested I start baking. It really relaxed me and kept me happy. My uncle was in hospital at the time, so I’d go to London with shedloads of shortbread for him and the nurses. And you taught yourself some of the trickier techniques by watching YouTube tutorials… Yes, I learned everything on YouTube. For Bake Off, I watched videos of these Ukrainian women making korovai (a Ukrainian wedding bread) in their kitchens. I didn’t understand a word they were saying, but just watched what they were doing. Has Nora always enjoyed helping you out in the kitchen? Yes, she’s been helping for as long as she’s been able to. We bake a couple of times a week and she loves making cakes and stamping out biscuits. She’s learning about what goes into a cake, into bread, into pastry. She loves it. Do you have any tips for parents who want to bake with their kids? First, pre-warn yourself that there’s going to be lots of mess and just embrace it! Also, if you’re making something that needs exact amounts, weigh everything before you get started, so the kids can just tip it in. They don’t have to make something from start to finish either. It doesn’t matter if they’re decorating with shop-bought icing, as long as you’re involving them in one way or another.

FOOD

‘Kids really relate to something when they can visualise what it is, so animal-shaped foods are great for little ones to make’

Elephant pizzas

‘Nora loves elephants, so these pizzas, with pineapple ears, are great to make with her!’ SERVES 2 READY IN 1 HR PRICE PER SERVING 75p

● 350g plain flour, plus extra for dusting ● 7g easy-bake yeast ● 1tbsp vegetable oil ● 6tbsp passata ● 60g reduced-fat cheese, grated ● 2 black olives, halved ● 2 pineapple rings, halved ● ½ red pepper, deseeded and sliced

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. 2 Put the flour in a mixing bowl. Add the yeast, the oil

and 215ml warm (not hot) water, then mix together with your hands to form a dough. Knead until smooth. 3 Split the dough in 2 and reserve a small piece from each half for the trunk. 4 On a floured surface, roll 1 of the dough halves into a circle about ½cm thick. Spread over half the passata, then sprinkle on half the cheese. 5 Add 2 olive halves for eyes, and 2 of the pineapple ring halves for ears.

6 For the trunk, roll 1 piece of the reserved dough into a sausage shape. Put it on the pizza and score lines across it for a wrinkly effect. Add 2 red pepper slices below the trunk as tusks. 7 Repeat steps 4-6 with the remaining ingredients to make another pizza, dividing any leftover slices of pepper between the 2 pizzas as extra decoration. 8 Bake the pizzas on a baking tray for 10-15 mins until the cheese has melted, then serve immediately. Energy

1 of your 5-a-day

Each 447g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

5.8g

8.9g 0.58g

Salt

Low

3,535kJ 15.2g 845kcal Med

42%

22%

29%

10%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 791kJ/189kcal

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Doggy spiced turmeric biscuits ‘Turmeric adds a golden colour and a lovely flavour to these cute treats’

Lion filo crinkles with butternut squash & pine nuts ‘The crispy filo makes a perfect lion’s mane!’ MAKES 6 READY IN 55 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 61p

● 1tsp vegetable oil, for greasing ● ½ butternut squash, peeled and cubed ● 1tsp ground cinnamon ● 1 pack Asda Ready Rolled Filo Pastry ● 50g pine nuts ● 12 raisins ● 6 black olives ● 10g fresh chives

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Grease a 6-hole muffin tin with the vegetable oil. 2 Put the squash in a pan, cover with water, bring to the boil, then simmer for 15 mins until soft. Drain, then mash until smooth. Mix in the cinnamon. 3 Layer 3 sheets of the filo pastry on top of each other, then use a 14cm round cutter to cut out 3 circles. Repeat with another 3 sheets of filo, so you have 6 circles, each with 3 layers of filo. 4 Press a 3-layer circle into each hole of the muffin tin. To create manes for the lions, gently scrunch up

the pastry overlapping the edge of each hole for a wild, crinkled effect. 5 Sprinkle the pine nuts over the base of each filo pastry case. Spoon over the butternut squash mash until it’s ½cm from the top of each case. 6 Bake for 14-16 mins until the filo is golden brown and crispy. Allow to cool. 7 To make the lion faces, place 2 raisins on the filling of each crinkle for eyes. 8 For each face, slice 1 olive into 3 pieces crossways. Use 1 end-piece to make a nose. Cut the other end-piece in 2 and use for the ears. Cut the ring-shaped middle slice in half, then place the 2 pieces side by side to create a ‘W’ shape for the mouth. 9 For the whiskers, snip the chives into 2cm pieces and arrange a few whiskers on each face, either side of the nose. Then enjoy!

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1 of your 5-a-day

Energy 846kJ 202kcal

7.8g

Each 124g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

0.6g

5.7g 0.37g

Salt

10%

Med

11%

Low

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 682kJ/163kcal

● 125g dairy-free spread ● 50g reduced-fat smooth peanut butter ● 2tbsp stevia sweetener (optional) ● 350g plain flour, plus extra for dusting ● 1tsp bicarbonate of soda ● 4tsp ground turmeric ● 1tsp ground cinnamon ● 36 raisins

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Line a baking tray. 2 Beat together the spread, peanut butter and stevia (if using) until smooth. 3 Put the flour, bicarbonate of soda, turmeric and cinnamon into a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. 4 Stir this together with the peanut butter mixture and 6tbsp cold water

until it forms a dough. Wrap in clingfilm and chill for 20 mins. 5 On a floured surface, roll out the dough to ½cm thick. Cut out 12 circles and 12 heart shapes. Put the circles on the baking tray. 6 Cut a heart shape in half lengthways and place 1 half on either side of a circle to make ears. Repeat with the remaining shapes. 7 Push 1 raisin into the middle of each circle for a nose and add 2 raisins for eyes. Use a skewer to score the mouth. Chill for 10 mins. 8 Bake for 10-12 mins until the edges start to brown, then cool before serving. Energy 683kJ 163kcal

5.2g

Each 48g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

1.0g

2.5g 0.38g

Salt

Med

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 1,423kJ/340kcal

Interview: Harriette Casey. Photographs: Stuart Ovenden. Styling: Luis Peral. Food styling: Lorna Brash. Hair and make-up: Alice Theobold @ Joy Goodman

MAKES 12 READY IN 1 HR PRICE PER SERVING 11p

FOOD

Bunny apple crumble tarts

‘If you use sweet Gala apples, you don’t need to add any extra sugar to the filling’ MAKES 6 READY IN 50 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 33p

● 335g plain flour, plus extra for dusting ● 150g dairy-free spread, frozen ● Zest 1 orange ● 2 Gala apples, peeled, cored and chopped, peel reserved ● Juice ½ orange ● 1½tsp cinnamon ● 50g porridge oats ● 1tbsp maple syrup ● ½tsp nutmeg ● 12 blueberries ● 12 raisins

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. 2 Put 300g of the flour in a mixing bowl. Grate in the frozen spread, add the zest and stir with a blunt-bladed knife. Mix in 2tbsp water. Use your hands to bring the mixture together into a ball. Wrap in clingfilm and chill for 20 mins. 3 Put the apples in a bowl. Squeeze over the orange juice. Sprinkle over 1tbsp of the remaining flour and 1tsp of the cinnamon. Mix to

coat the apples. Set aside. 4 Put the pastry on a floured surface. Roll out to the thickness of a £1 coin. Cut out 6 x 10cm circles and put them in 6 muffin tray holes, pressing in with your fingers. Trim off the excess but leave ½cm overlapping the edge of each hole. Chill for 5 mins. Use the leftover pastry to make 12 x 2cm bunny ears. 5 Mix together the oats, the remaining flour, the maple syrup, the remaining cinnamon and the nutmeg. 6 Divide the apples between the cases, top with the crumble and add the ears. 7 Bake for 15-20 mins until the pastry is browned and the crumble is set and crispy. Press 2 blueberries and 2 raisins onto each to make a bunny face. Add apple-peel ‘whiskers’ and enjoy warm. Energy

Each 178g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

Med

Low

1,988kJ 18.3g 475kcal Med

24%

26%

4.3g 11.0g 0.20g 22%

Med

12%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 1,117kJ/267kcal

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story

Step into a storybook and let your little ones bring their favourite characters to life…

ext month it’s World Book Day, which has been celebrating the wonderful world of children’s tales for 22 years. Introducing faraway places and uniquely brilliant characters, it’s the perfect opportunity to spark the imaginations of little ones with a new book and get them all dressed up in the name of reading. Turn the page to find out how to get your kids ready for the big day… ASDAGOODLIVING.CO.UK | 57

ooking for a new story to get stuck into? With a mission to give every child and young person a book of their own so they can enjoy the benefits of reading for pleasure, World Book Day provides free* books to more than 15 million children in the UK. In schools that get involved, each child will be given a token to trade in at participating bookshops or supermarkets for one of the 12 books on this year’s list. Or, if they want a title that’s not listed, they can use their token to get £1 off any other full-price book or audiobook**. Stuck for ideas? Two classic children’s characters celebrate big birthdays this year, with Elmer the Patchwork Elephant turning 30 and The Very Hungry Caterpillar reaching his 50th. Sharing a story with your child for just 10 minutes a day, be it at breakfast or bedtime, can have a positive effect on their future. So, what better time to reread their brilliant stories (and dress up too!)? Pick up your free* book at your local Asda store.

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FREE* BOOKS!

From far left: Fantastic Mr Fox, 5-12yrs, from £14. Goldilocks, 2-10yrs, from £10. Harry Potter, 5-12yrs, from £14. Wally, 3-12yrs, from £10. Peter Rabbit, 1-6yrs, from £14 Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge will apply, see ASDA.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. *Free with valid World Book Day token. Offer valid 28 February to 31 March 2019. One token per child and per transaction. Photocopies not accepted. **£1 off any full-price book redeemable against any book or audiobook worth £2.99 or more

Catering for toddlers to teens, the book list for 2019 brings together exclusive new stories by much-loved authors Malorie Blackman, Patrice Lawrence and Lauren Child, the Waterstones Children’s Laureate. It includes famous characters Wimpy Kid, Percy Jackson and Hubert Horatio. Each book is available in braille, large print and audio formats, too! ASDA.COM | 59

WHERE ’ S WALLY?

Cheeky Wally is difficult to spot, even in his striped red jumper and hat! 3-12yrs, from £10

HARRY POTTER

Put on your Hogwarts robes and cast a spell this World Book Day. Expecto Patronum! 5-12yrs, from £14

FANTASTIC MR FOX

Clever and cunning, Mr Fox always looks sharp in his smart suit. 5-12yrs, from £14

THE BIG FRIENDLY GIANT

Waggle your huge ears and listen out for dreams in this jumbly giant costume. 5-12yrs, from £14

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ELMER THE PATCHWORK ELEPHANT

Do you see yourself as an engaging elephant or a bouncy bunny? Right: Elmer, 1-6yrs, from £14. Far right: Lily Bobtail, 1-6yrs, from £14

GOOD LIVING

COOK THE BOOKS

Inspired by famous children’s stories, these fun recipes are delightfully delicious!

Snozzcumber sandwiches

The BFG’s frobscottle

SERVES 4 READY IN 10 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 30p

These creamy, crunchy lunch and teatime bites are ideal for kids with a big imagination and appetite

● ¼ cucumber, chopped ● 6 green grapes, halved ● 50g baby spinach ● 4 sprigs mint, leaves

● 1 cucumber, unpeeled

This tangy, fizzy green drink will be a giant hit!

roughly chopped ● 2 kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped ● 400ml sparkling water

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR Will you be a greedy little caterpillar or a beautiful blossoming butterfly this year? Far left: Butterfly, 1-6yrs, from £14. Left: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, 1-4yrs, from £14

1 In a food processor, blend together the cucumber, grapes, baby spinach, mint and kiwis with 200ml still water until smooth. 2 Pass the juice through a sieve into a jug, then top up with the sparkling water and serve over ice. 1 of your 5-a-day

Energy 151kJ 36kcal

Each 190ml serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

0.4g

0.0g

Low

MAKES 12 READY IN 30 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 23p

and cut in half lengthways, seeds scooped out ● 3tbsp Asda 50% Less Fat Light Soft Cheese with Onions & Chives ● 100g Asda Classic Chicken Breast Slices, cut into strips

● 1 Little Gem lettuce,

finely shredded

● 6 slices seeded bread

(from an 800g loaf)

● 1tbsp Flora ProActiv

Light spread

1 Use the tip of a peeler to create stripes down the peel of the cucumber. 2 Fill the cucumber halves with the soft cheese, chicken and lettuce, then sandwich together and cut them into round slices. 3 Cut the crusts off each slice of bread, if you like, and spread with the Flora. Top the bread with the cucumber to create open sandwiches, then cut into triangles to serve. Energy

Each 73g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

431kJ 3.6g 0.8g 103kcal Medium Low

Salt

1.2g

0.31g

Low

Medium

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 590kJ/141kcal

Salt

6.1g 0.02g

Medium

Low

<1%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100ml: 79kJ/19kcal

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Harry Potter Sorting Hat muffins

Wizard treats with fillings inspired by the four Hogwarts House Colours – which will you choose? MAKES 12 READY IN 50 MINS, PLUS COOLING PRICE PER SERVING 23p ● 150g self-raising flour ● 1tsp bicarbonate of soda ● 50g porridge oats ● 1tsp dried mixed herbs ● 75ml rapeseed oil ● 2 medium eggs, beaten ● 1 carrot, finely grated ● 1 courgette, finely grated ● 1-2tbsp semi-skimmed

milk ●2 00g Asda 50% Less Fat Light Soft Cheese ● Food colouring gel in red, blue, green and yellow ● You will also need 36 foil muffin cases

1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Fill a 12-hole muffin tray with 12 of the muffin cases. 2 Mix together the flour,

bicarbonate of soda, oats and herbs (reserving 1tbsp of the oats) until combined. 3 Whisk together the oil and eggs, then mix into the dry ingredients with the carrot and courgette, adding milk if the mixture is too dry. Divide between the muffin cases and top with the reserved oats. 4 Bake for 25-30 mins until golden, risen and a skewer comes out clean when inserted in the middle. Cool in the tin for 10 mins, then remove to a wire rack to cool fully. 5 Divide the soft cheese between 4 bowls and stir until smooth. Mix a few drops of each food colouring into each bowl

so you have 4 colours. 6 With a sharp knife, cut a shallow cone out of the top of each cake. Slice off and discard the pointed end to create a flat ‘lid’. 7 Fill each muffin with a different colour of cheese and top with a muffin ‘lid’. 8 To make the pointy hat toppers, fold 12 of the remaining muffin cases in half and cut a semicircle out along the folded edge of each one, leaving a wide circle in the middle. 9 Fold the remaining 12 cases in half and roll each one into a cone shape. Push the cones through the cut-out centres of the other muffin cases to make wizard’s hats. 10 Top each muffin with a hat before serving. Each 66g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

Salt

Med

Energy 627kJ 150kcal

8.1g

12%

2.0g

1.4g 0.47g

Med

Low

10%

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 950kJ/227kcal

Very Hungry Caterpillars

These cute canapés are sweet and juicy MAKES 8 READY IN 10 MINS PRICE PER SERVING 23p ● 4tbsp Asda 50% Less

Fat Light Soft Cheese

● 4 sticks celery, each cut

in half

● 16 green grapes, halved ● 8 red grapes ● 2 chives, cut into 1cm

lengths

Edible Eyes

1 Fill a piping bag with the soft cheese and pipe onto the celery, reserving a little of the cheese to decorate. 2 Put 4 of the green grape halves in a line on each piece of celery, then add 1 red grape for the head. 3 Use a cocktail stick to make 2 small holes in the top of each red grape and stick in chive pieces to make 2 ‘antennae’. 4 Pipe a little cheese onto the back of each icing eye and stick 2 onto each red grape. Serve immediately. Energy 124kJ 30kcal

0.9g

Each 40g serving contains Fat Saturates Sugars

0.5g

4.0g 0.07g

Salt

Low

Med

Low

of your reference intake Typical energy values per 100g: 310kJ/74kcal

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Words: Harriette Casey. Photographs: Tara Fisher. Styling: Rob Merrett. Food styling: Lorna Brash

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Harriette and her boyfriend Lewis, both 23

Me time

Features writer Harriette Casey chooses the latest books, DVDs and TV for cosy winter nights in

BOOK OF THE MONTH Still Me by Jojo Moyes*, £4 ‘I’m a sucker for good chick lit, and Jojo Moyes’s hilarious and comforting stories are some of my all-time faves. Her character Louisa Clark – from the popular novel and sobfest film Me Before You – returns in Still Me. Louisa decides she wants to live life to the fullest, so jets off to New York, leaving boyfriend Sam in England. Turns out, long-distance love and living so far from home are quite tricky…’

The Blood Road by Stuart MacBride, £4 ‘My boyfriend Lewis loves getting stuck into a really good crime novel, so this gory police thriller by Stuart MacBride was right up his street. If, like him, you enjoy a cliffhanger, you’ll love this. A dead detective’s body turns up two years after he was buried and questions obviously need to be answered! After this grisly revelation, the fast-paced drama throws up plenty of twists and turns, while the pile of bodies slowly builds up. Lewis said it was an intriguing story, but perhaps not one to read just before bed!’

MUST-CATCH SERIES

The Crown, season 3 ‘If you’ve been living under a rock and missed the first two series of Netflix’s The Crown, stop what you’re doing and catch up now. Because season 3 of this oh-so-British tale is due out this month, with a new cast that includes Olivia Colman as the Queen and Helena Bonham Carter (pictured) as her sister Princess Margaret. Trust me: everyone is sure to be talking about it.’ 64 | ASDA.COM/GROCERIES

the dvds to watch LOVE STORY

A Star is Born, £10 ‘Perfect for a night in, this romance has a fab soundtrack that will have you singing and sobbing. Just make sure the tissues are close by.’ Release date 11 February

FANTASY

Venom, £10 ‘Love Tom Hardy? Who doesn’t. This latest Marvel release stars the hottie as a journalist whose body merges with an alien to create a supervillain.’ Release date 4 February

FAMILY FUN

Johnny English Strikes Again, £10 ‘Britain’s worst spy is called out of retirement after a cyber attack exposes other undercover agents. This one will have you rolling about laughing.’ Release date 18 February

Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge will apply, see ASDA.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Prices and release dates correct at time of print but subject to change. Johnny English Strikes Again © 2018 Universal Studios and Studiocanal SAS. All Rights Reserved. *Available from 7 February 2019

Ask the experts Each month, our panel answers your burning questions

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GARDENING

Verity Mann of the Good Housekeeping Institute talks romantic Valentine’s Day gifts

Smart

Living

Ricky Willis, the thrifty blogger behind skintdad.co.uk, helps you cut down on your energy usage for lower bills Zena Goldman, founder of zenas-suitcase.co.uk, on how to keep the kids entertained over half term Make-up artist and writer Carly Hobbs offers advice on the best hair-removal products. Follow her on Instagram @carlytoptip Veterinary surgeon Cat Henstridge shares her tips for soothing anxious dogs. Find more at catthevet.com Lifestyle and gardening expert Kara O’Reilly on the jobs you can tackle outdoors this month

QUICK HACK

‘HOW DO I… make heart-shaped cupcakes?’ ● No need for a special tin. Simply roll pieces of foil into balls the size of a marble. ● Line a muffin tin with paper cases. Slip a foil ball in between each case and the tin; the paper will bend in to form the dip at the top of the heart. ● Fill with mixture and bake; your cakes will come out in heart shapes!

GIFTING

This month’s big question

ASK verity…

‘Any ideas for Valentine’s gifts that won’t break the bank?’ Beautiful bathing It’s the thought that counts, so why not do something special for your partner like running a luxurious bath for when they get home? Light it up with candles and add bubbles with the Baylis & Harding Pink Prosecco & Elderflower Large Heart Shaped Luxury Bath Set, £12. The food of love Forget going out on the big day and organise a cosy night in for the two of you instead. You could whip up your other half’s favourite

meal with a glass of wine and then settle down on the sofa in front of their favourite film, with an indulgent box of Cadbury Milk Tray, £4. Perfect! Soft and cuddly Warm your loved one’s heart with a lovable Large Plush Bear, £8, for them to snuggle up with. This cute ted comes with a red bow and a heart on his foot. ASDA.COM | 67

MONEY

ASK ricky...

‘How can I save on energy usage around the house?’ Amazon Echo or Google Home or with a few taps on the TCP Smart app. Small steps Make simple changes like washing clothes on a cooler temperature, such as 30 degrees (which, according to the Energy Saving Trust** can use up to 40% less electricity over a year than washing at higher temperatures†). Air-drying your laundry instead of tumble-drying it and turning the heating thermostat down by just 1 degree can make a difference to your bills. And while you’re at it, using a bowl to wash up rather than a running tap, taking showers rather than baths and unplugging devices and chargers all help, too.

PARENTING ASK ZENA…

‘How can I keep the kids busy during half term?’ Plan of action Having an idea of what you want to do each day will help prevent the kids becoming bored – and you being stressed! Getting out and about (if you can manage it) is a good way for them to get rid of excess energy and enjoy some fresh air. Try popping out to the park, visiting a local farm or going swimming for a few hours. Get crafty Help the kids make some Valentine’s Day gifts for the family. They’ll love to bake and decorate sweet treats with the Unicorn Biscuit Kit, £1.75. Or make cute ‘love bugs’ from loo roll tubes and an Asda Craft Pack, £2.25††. Stick on wiggly eyes, use the pipe cleaners for legs and antennae, and jazz

them up with colourful foam shapes, sequins and pompoms. Behind the scenes On a quiet afternoon when you’ve worn the kids out with activities in the morning, why not get everyone together and cosy up in front of a good film? Maybe have a Harry Potter film marathon in time for World Book Day (7 March) and reintroduce the kids to the wonderful wizarding world of Harry and friends. You could even make your own popcorn as a cinema-style treat while you watch. Lights, camera, action!

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Light-bulb moment It’s likely you’re already using energy-saving bulbs or LEDs in standard light fittings, but you can save even more by switching any halogen bulbs for the LED version. Typically, an 11W LED bulb has the same brightness as a 60W halogen bulb, so by replacing all the lights in your home with energy-efficient LEDs, you can save money on bills. Asda LED Light Bulbs, £4 (2-pack), are great value. Or splash out on some WIFI LED Light Bulbs, £20 each. You can set them to a timer, adjust the brightness and change the colour of the light using your

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Ask carly...

‘Do you have any top tips for removing unwanted hair?’ Best for shaping up Electric beauty tools are brilliant for accurate hair trimming and shaping. The George Beauty Trimmer, £6, gently trims hair and makes light work of a bikini line. The George Lady Shaver, £6, is a super-charged razor that can take on legs with little effort. Or, for a longer term solution, make the George Epilator, £14, your pre-Valentine’s date. Yes, it’s a bit ‘ouch’ as it wiggles hairs out by the

root, but it’s worth it for the smooth results. Best for fast removal For a quick option, try Veet Oriental Wax Essential Oils & Floral Vanilla Fragrance, £9 (250ml). This wax, spatula and strip combo removes hair from the root, leaving skin smooth. Ideal for underarms. Best for pain-free Take Veet Hair Removal Cream Normal Skin Lotus

Milk & Jasmine Fragrance, £4.50 (100ml), into the shower. Slick it on, wait three minutes, rinse and watch those pesky hairs swirl down the plughole. Happy hair removing!

anxious, then give them praise when they calm down.

PETS ASK cat...

‘Our dog hates being left alone. Any advice?’ Reward with praise Dogs often pick up on clues that you are getting ready to go out. To help them disassociate these with

an unpleasant experience, put on your shoes so they think you’re leaving – then stay in for a while. Ignore your dog if they become

Toy tactics Take your dog’s mind off being alone with a toy like a Rubber Rainbow Ball, £4. Choose something that will give them at least 30 minutes of entertainment. Walkies! Another way to help your dog relax is to give them some exercise. If you’re going to be heading out in the afternoon, take them for a good long walk in the morning to tire them out a bit.

GARDENING Ask Kara...

‘What can I be doing in my garden in February?’ Get set February is a great month for tackling maintenance jobs, to prep for spring and summer. Check over your outdoor furniture, removing any mould with Cif Outdoor Mould & Moss Stain Remover, £2 (suitable for metals and plastics), and clean any rust off your barbecue with Cif Outdoor Rust Spray, £2. Feed the birds Encourage wild birds to come to your garden by putting out food and water. Introduce any new nesting boxes now so birds have a chance to explore them before their nesting season begins. Spruce up Clean up your plant pots with a damp cloth or give them a gentle hose down. Add colour by filling any spare pots with cyclamen, patting them in with plenty of fresh Compost, £4‡ (50L). ASDA.COM | 69

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for every body Whatever your st yle or size, there’s under we ar for all. George’s Senior Buying Manager Charlot te Ratclif fe helps you find your per fec t fit…

Far left: Bra, 34B-38DD, £4.50; briefs (3-pack), 8-20, £7. Left: Bra, 34B-38DD, £4; briefs (3-pack), 8-20, £7.

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THE WARNING SIGNS!

‘If the underband of your bra is too big for you, it will ride up at the back. Make sure it’s firm but comfortable. Wires should sit flat on your body and not dig in. I’ve seen many women wear the wrong cup size. If it’s too small, you get a “double-bust” effect, or bulges under the arms. The solution is usually to go for the next cup size up. If there’s excess fabric in the cup, however, go down a cup size.’

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FIND YOUR IDEAL STYLE

‘To create a great silhouette under your clothing, you may need a variety of styles in your bra wardrobe. Some bra styles suit certain body shapes better. If you have narrow shoulders, a T-shirt bra or plunge design works well. If they are broader, a balcony shape might feel better.’

PERFECT-FIT CHECKLIST

shoulder straps ‘These are key for support. Adjust each strap while wearing your bra and tighten if it slips off.’

underband ‘This should fit straight across your back, and be firm but comfortable.’

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centre front ‘This should sit flat against the breastbone with no gap.’

underwire ‘This should sit flat against the ribcage. If the wires dig into your breasts, go for a bigger cup size.’

cups ‘Your boobs should sit fully in the cups. If they spill out, get a bigger cup size. If the cups gape, go smaller.’

BRAS FOR EVERY LIFE STAGE

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has you covered. Online, you can find our new first bra range and we also have some great nursing bras for those breastfeeding. And our post-surgery bras are specifically designed to offer gentle support and comfort.’

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the ultimate bra wardrobe Which bra sh o uld yo u cho ose to suit yo ur shap e an d s t yle? D e co de the brilliant new collection from George with our handy ‘bra-drobe’ the t-shirt

the non-pad

The two sizes bigger

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the non-wire

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the multiway

the balcony

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Georgia May wears: 4 Shade Contour Palette, £6; Tamer Brow Gel, £2.50; Eye Define Eye Liner in Black, £3; Curl Curl Curl Ultra Black Curling Mascara, was £4, now £3; and Matte Lipstick in Runway, was £4, now £3; all from the George range (pictured opposite)

p u e k a m Kiss and Actress and model Georgia May Foote talks beauty and style – and samples the George cosmetics range

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Interview: Harriette Casey

odel and former Coronation Street and Grange Hill actress Georgia May Foote, 27, took time out to chat to us about make-up essentials, beauty icons, wellbeing – and how taking part in Strictly Come Dancing changed her life… How has your beauty routine evolved over the years? I’ve learned to put on less. I remember when we all used to go out in our college days wearing six pairs of false eyelashes. I don’t even use them now! I’m definitely braver, but I also have more of a sense of what suits me. When I was 12 and working on Grange Hill, they were constantly applying foundation to us on set. I hated it. Who is your beauty icon? I love Kate Beckinsale. She has a really natural look and her skin is always glowing. Worst beauty fail? When I was in college, I let my sister put purple streaks through my hair. I’d never dyed it before – and it was the worst. I kept it in for two weeks before I had to get it dyed out. I’m so glad I’ve never overplucked my eyebrows, though! What are your top three make-up must-haves? Concealer (for under-eye circles), mascara and bronzer are my go-to products. I don’t wear much make-up unless I’m going to an event, but I use these every day to make me look fresh and a bit more awake! When I do go out, though, I love to

experiment with different lip colours, or I’ll do my eyes in a cool way. Any favourite products from the George range? I love the George matte lipsticks because they are so creamy and really moisturise your lips. I’d never worn a nude lip colour before, as I didn’t think it would suit me – but now I’m a total convert. I also love the orangey-red Runway shade; it’s a great ‘going out’ colour. It’s Valentine’s Day this month – any top tips for the perfect date-night look? A red lip is the sauciest thing ever, isn’t it? Not

‘I love to experiment with different lip colours’ necessarily very good if you’re going to be kissing your date, though! When it comes to style, what do you like to wear? I try to keep my look young and classy. I don’t like anything too short or low-cut. Right now, I’m really into jumpsuits for going out. I’m only 5ft 1in, but they make me feel so tall. How do you try to keep healthy? I’m all or nothing when it comes to going to the gym. I’m either there all the time, or I don’t go at all. If I’m not exercising, I do watch what I’m eating

a bit more and try not to binge on sweet stuff, which I do sometimes have a bit of a problem with! You’ve spoken on social media about dealing with anxiety. How have you been affected? Anxiety is a word that’s often overused and, as a result, not everyone takes it seriously. Last year, mine got really bad and it was quite unbearable at times. The silliest things would set me off. I’d put on a wash and then discover that I’d dropped a sock on the way – and that would make me have a panic attack. How have you learned to deal with it? I went to my GP and did some therapy sessions with a free NHS platform called Healthy Minds. It helped me to find out my triggers and try to deal with them. It’s been a long process, but it’s definitely helped. Even doing things like turning off my phone and reading, or going for a walk to get out of the house are a help. Sharing my story on

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Instagram was definitely good for me, too. If I hadn’t been so open and honest about it, I don’t know where I’d be now. You took part in Strictly in 2015. How did the show change your life? Strictly had a huge effect on me. It was a learning curve – a very new experience. It taught me so much about confidence, and when the opportunity came up to tour with the stage production of Breakfast at Tiffany’s a year later, I felt I could do it! Find the full range of George make-up in store and online now ASDA.COM/GROCERIES | 79

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Health MY HEART Improve your heart health this February for National Heart Month

our heart may be full this Valentine’s Day, but is it in tip-top condition? February isn’t just the time to celebrate love, it’s also National Heart Month. Ashleigh Li, senior cardiac nurse at the British Heart Foundation (BHF), offers her top tips for a healthier heart…

Get active: ‘Exercising regularly can help to reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure, which can be a cause of heart attack or stroke*.’ Ask about a free blood pressure test at your local Asda Pharmacy**. Eat less salt: ‘Opt for foods that are labelled green or amber for salt.’ Watch your booze intake: ‘The weekly allowance is 14 units of alcohol

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(about five large glasses of wine), but spread it over at least three nights.’ Swap your fats: ‘Switching from saturated to unsaturated fats can help lower your risk of heart disease†.’ Seek advice: ‘If you’re concerned about your heart health, see your GP.’ For more information, visit bhf.org.uk, or call the BHF Heart Helpline on 0300 330 3311

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ELLIE PALMER, 29, is a RAE RADFORD, 56,

LIZZIE CERNIK, 34, is a writer. She’s happily single and on the lookout for love on her own terms.

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is a social media consultant. She has been married three times and has finally found the man of her dreams.

graphic designer. She reconnected with an old school friend on Tinder three and a half years ago, and they’re now buying a house together.

SAM DOWLER, 41, is the author of dating guide The Insider. He describes himself as a ‘serial dater’ who’s looking for fun after coming out of two serious relationships.

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Love‚ Actually We chatted to four people about dating apps, going solo and finding love…

The Insider, by Sam Dowler, is published by SJH Group

It’s February, so love is in the air! And with an abundance of dating sites and apps, from Bumble to Tinder, now available, it’s never been easier to meet new matches. But what exactly is the state of dating in the modern age? Our panel of four people – two who are in relationships and two who are single – got together to discuss the path to true love… Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. Do you have any plans for the big day? Rae: My other half Mark will probably take me away somewhere. Two months after we started dating, he took me to Budapest – that’s the sort of romantic thing he does. Ellie: I think the longer you’ve been with someone, the less of a big deal Valentine’s Day becomes. My partner Steve and I will probably just get a takeaway and stay at home. Sam: It’s a really good night to go out if you’re single because everyone’s looking to get a snog. Lizzie: I actually have an appointment with the dental hygienist! What do you – or did you – look for in a partner? Ellie: I think it’s nice to find a good friendship; you need to genuinely get on. But you don’t have to be exactly the same as each other. My boyfriend’s quite sociable and I’m like the biggest homebody ever, but he brings out my social side. Lizzie: I would like to meet someone who loves what I love about myself.

I get quite excited about everything and I’m passionate – I like that part of me. I’ve dated guys before who didn’t seem to appreciate that. Sam: I want someone who’s interesting. Sometimes, I’ll be on a date with a guy and I’ll think: ‘We’re only having a good time because I’m here making this fun for the both of us. Can you make me laugh, please?’ Rae: I agree! On my first date with Mark, we were sitting next to a couple who were obviously bored with each other, whereas we were chatting non-stop. I thought: ‘That was me six months ago with my third husband.’ You need to find someone who interests you. Do you believe in soulmates? Or love at first sight? Sam: I believe in soulmates, but I do believe there’s more than one out there for everyone. Definitely about 10 each – but then there are seven billion people in the world, so maybe more… Lizzie: I don’t believe in love at first sight, but you can have infatuation and then fall in love and become friends. I guess that’s the closest you come to having a soulmate.

‘I would like to meet someone who loves what I love about myself’

Rae: I’ve been in love at first sight 10 times over when I used to go on a night out! What’s your ideal date night? Lizzie: I’m always banging on about restaurants I want to try, so I’d like it if a guy just booked one and surprised me. That would show that he’d listened. Ellie: I love having a night in. Getting some wine, cooking and eating dinner together. To me, that’s perfect. Rae: I like going to a nice restaurant and, as I live by the seaside, there’s nothing better than a stroll along the beach as well. What’s your chat-up line? Sam: I don’t have a set line, but I sometimes pretend I know someone from somewhere. They will talk for a bit trying to figure out how they know you and, eventually, they’ll give up trying to place you and just chat normally. It’s a good ice-breaker. Lizzie: On the Bumble app, the woman has to comment first, so I try to mention something specific from the person’s profile because ‘Hi’ is really boring, isn’t it? In real life, I’d try to comment on something they were doing, like ordering a drink. Ellie: Yes, even if someone had a really cringe-worthy chat-up line that made me laugh, I’d probably be more interested than if they just said hi. What do you make of dating apps? Rae: Dating is so much easier now because of all the apps out GOOD LIVING | 83

there. When I split up with my last husband, I looked online and there was so much choice. Ellie: I went on Tinder because everyone else was on it, rather than because I was thinking about finding a boyfriend. I’m from Epping in Essex, so I had to trawl through a lot of fake tan and slicked-back hair before I finally found Steve. Even though we went to the same school, we’d both had such different lives. I don’t think our paths would have crossed again without Tinder. Sam: I think the existence of dating apps can sometimes make it harder to meet people in real life. I always give someone more credit if they’ve bothered to come up to me in a bar to ask for my number. Have you seen any funny profiles? Rae: Why do so many men think women find fish attractive? There are loads of profile pictures of men holding a great big carp! What’s the worst date you’ve ever been on? Ellie: Awkward dates are the worst, especially when you’re making all the effort with conversation and the other person is just giving one-word answers. Then they ask to meet up again! Rae: I met a man online, and his profile picture only showed one side of his face. When we met up in person, the other side of his head and neck was covered in tattoos. I was just looking at my car the whole time, wishing I could leave. Lizzie: I had a date who kept telling

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inappropriately rude stories. Then he asked if he could lick my feet… Sam: I met up with this guy for a lunch date. When he arrived, it was clear he hadn’t been to bed the night before and he reeked of alcohol. We got chatting, then this other guy came and sat with us while he was waiting for his friends. I went to the loo and when I came back, they were snogging. When you’ve had a bad date, how do you explain that you don’t want to see that person again? Sam: Just be tactful. It doesn’t hurt to be tactful, does it?

Lizzie: I think you say thanks for the date, then if they ask about doing it again, I’d say maybe. Then if they messaged me, I’d explain that I thought they were nice, but I just wasn’t sure we had that much in common. Dating can be brutal at times. I think it’s really important that we’re all a bit nicer to each other. Have your ideas about love changed as you’ve grown older? Lizzie: I’m more realistic now. In your twenties, it’s all a bit of a game, but now I’m very happy

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Our panel share stories about their experiences

Interview: Harriette Casey. Photographs: Liz Gregg. Hair and make-up: Natacha Schmitt

on the dating scene

with my life as it is. If I meet someone and it’s right, then brilliant, but I don’t want to force it. I’m less worried about finding ‘the one’ now – I got to 30 as a single woman and didn’t explode into a ball of fire, so I’m going to be fine. Rae: The main thing you realise as you get older is that whoever comes into your life has to be a bonus. They have to bring something to the party. If you have someone who’s negative, they need to go. Ellie: For me, going to university was the start of a big change. I became a lot more confident and sure of what I wanted. Now, even though I’m with someone, I do feel quite independent. We’re buying a house together at the moment, and even though we’re super-happy and excited, I know if that didn’t go ahead, I’d be OK. Sam: As you go from relationship to relationship, you learn something about yourself and about what you don’t want next time. It’s like a honing process.

When you’re single, do you mind going to weddings without a ‘plus one’? Lizzie: No, I don’t mind. It’s important to remember that weddings are like the Instagram filters of relationships, though. You’re seeing that couple on their best day, so there can be an element of envy because you wonder if you’ll ever have that. Also, weddings where everyone is coupled-up can be a bit more challenging. Sam: I actually love it. I don’t like going with a partner if I feel that I have to look after them. I operate really well socially on my own, so I prefer it. If your friends were writing a dating profile for you, what would they say? Rae: Probably ‘she’s not a very good judge of character’! Sam: I think they would say I was quite open and giving, amusing and sometimes a bit crazy!

‘I got to 30 as a single woman and didn’t explode, so I’m going to be fine’

Ellie: I keep being told I’m wise. I’m quite black and white; I’m not wishy-washy. Lizzie: I think they’d say ‘fun, but hard work’. I’m quite lively, enthusiastic and outgoing. What dating advice would you give your younger self? Sam: I didn’t have a proper boyfriend until I was 26 and found it difficult because I felt I had a lot of love to give. But now, I would tell my younger self not to worry about it – because you’ll be beating them off with a stick when you’re older! Rae: I would say not to even think about meeting the right one until you’re 35. Go out, travel and do whatever you want. Enjoy your life. Ellie: Just be confident and don’t worry about it. Meet loads of people – whether they’re good or whether they’re bad, it’ll all be experience. Lizzie: I would say the same. Chill out. Also, be honest about what you want and honest with yourself, and don’t ever underestimate what you’re worth.

How to win at the dating game

We asked dating agent and TV presenter Anna Williamson for her top tips… ● Avoid filters ‘There’s a tendency with app dating to filter your photos and words to within an inch of their lives, but honesty is the best policy to avoid embarrassment

further down the line. Not everyone is a genius when it comes to quippy captions, either, so don’t overthink it.’ ● Digital detox ‘Digital dating is great, but don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Be open to meeting people in real life, too, whether it’s through activities or hobbies. Put yourself out there!’ ● First dates ‘The key to a good first date is finding

something to do that will make you both feel at ease. Not everyone likes eating in front of strangers, for example, so involve your date in the decision-making and ask what they would like to do. If you’re stuck for ideas, going for a coffee is a great place to start.’ Anna Williamson is the new celebrity dating agent for E4’s Celebs Go Dating

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TRULY TRENDY Good Housekeeping ’s homes expert reveals the hottest looks for 2019 from George Home

‘This year’s new interiors trends reflect a sense of peacefulness,’ says Pip McCormac. ‘Think greyish tones, pastels and, in particular, millennial pink – so-called because people in their twenties have been flooding social media with homes photos starring this serene salmon-rose shade. Use it as an alternative to neutrals for walls, as an accent to tone down prints on towels or bedding, or simply on a vase to cheer up a dull corner. Like all of this year’s trends, it’s easy to live with and makes your house feel like a home. That’s a mood we can all enjoy.’

On bench, from left: Terrazzo dental organiser, £8. Dusky pink tumbler, £3. Terrazzo tumbler, £4. Terrazzo dispenser, £6. On ladder, from top: Terrazzo towel, dusky pink palm towel and pink stripe towel, all from £4

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GLOBAL PRINTS ‘Inspired by holidays in hot climates, the geometric ikat and lush foliage prints of Spain and North Africa have made their way here,’ explains Pip. ‘Adding a ray of sunshine to the unpredictable British spring, they’re a happy reminder that the weather is always wonderful somewhere! Use liberally, for a cheerful effect.’

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‘Concrete has long been used by architects to create a strong yet tactile effect,’ says Pip. ‘The same can be achieved on a smaller scale with concrete planters, vases and tea-light holders. Team with matte black for a very modern mood.’

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RETRO ‘Now the Spice Girls are back, no one can deny that a 1990s revival is happening,’ says Pip. ‘It’s bringing a return to that era’s love of iridescent shine and bubblegum shades, so mix in a shimmer of retro sparkle and welcome back the decade that you thought style forgot. Because it’s been remembered and has never looked more current.’

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Top shelf, from left: Silver bell jar, £35. ‘&’ ornament (from G&T letters set), £8. Skull ornament, £6. Mini gold lantern, £2. Grey origami vase, £4. Bottom shelf, from left: Flocked unicorn ornament, £8. Butterfly trinket pot, £6. Bug frame, £5. Small grey apothecary vase, £6. Pink taper candle holder, £4

GOTHIC

‘Another hot trend is a movement towards the macabre,’ explains Pip. ‘Nothing scary; rather a fascination with eerie interiors – a dose of quirky personality coming from skull-shaped ornaments and plates with a watchful eye design. It’s a little unexpected, a little other-worldly, and a whole lot of fun.’

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‘Gwyneth Paltrow is the best cook!’

What’s your daily diet like? I’m a big smoothie person. I usually work out first and then put together a concoction of spinach, blueberries, almond milk and some protein. I’ll also do a little smoothie for my son, Revel. In our household, we eat a lot of turkey mince because it’s a great source of protein. Foodie childhood memory? Hot chocolate and Mum’s cinnamon rolls. I can smell them right now! Neither of my parents were especially good cooks, so there was a lot of stuff out of boxes – nothing gourmet! What kind of cook are you? I have to follow recipes, but Renee has very good culinary intuition. Whenever I cook, she always says, ‘Can I get in there and do my thing?’ She’s the boss in the kitchen and tells me what to do! Since we had Revel, I’m a lot better, though. Now that he’s eating solid food, I can step in and feed him. It’s a bond we have and it’s really special for

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me to be able to cook his food. The best meal you’ve ever prepared? I make very good chicken enchiladas. The key is soured cream, added during cooking and at the end. Your biggest culinary disaster? The first time I decided to cook for my parents, I followed a recipe using chicken mince and my dad put it in his mouth, then spat it out.

‘What is this?!’ he yelled. I guess I didn’t know what ‘browning the meat’ meant, so it wasn’t actually cooked. They never asked me to cook again after that. Your go-to order from room service? When I’m in London, a lot of the room service menus have dishes from India. I think London does amazing Indian food, so my Indian cuisine experience has been heightened. Have any celeb pals cooked for you? Gwyneth Paltrow is the best cook! I had a day at her house in London; it was me, Cameron Diaz and a bunch of other people. Gwyneth made a beautiful lunch. I remember fish tacos, with all these different vegetable sides. She makes everything taste so good – it was pretty cool. What food do you miss when you’re away from home? I miss eating Mexican food the most. On the up side, I love being in the UK for milk chocolate digestives. You can’t really get them in the States. This time, I’ve stocked up to take some back for Renee. She’s so excited! The Greatest Dancer is on BBC One on Saturday nights

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Glee star Matthew Morrison, 40, is a judge on new BBC One dance show The Greatest Dancer. He lives in LA with his wife Renee, 34, and their son Revel, 15 months