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Warming midweek meals for autumn evenings

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Smart shopping hacks to stretch your budget

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Beat the chill with our stylish new-season coats

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We’re back, and we’re bringing the joy Asda Magazine has been on holiday for a while, but we’re thrilled to be back with a new look we hope you love. Say ‘October’ and I think cosy nights in, comfort food and Halloween – which I’ve promised to fully embrace this year. I can’t wait to kit out my house with our new range and create some Halloween treats (p60) for my nieces. October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a cause close to my heart – so check out our Tickled Pink feature and remind everyone you know to check their boobs and pecs (p90). Also, if you haven’t yet, make sure you download the Asda Rewards app. It’s so easy – see our guide on p14 and start earning money in your Asda cashpot. Just remember to scan the barcode at the end of your shop before you pay. I’m hooked! Finally, if you’re a planner like me, you’ll already be thinking about Christmas (and watching Elf on repeat). Our new range for 2022 looks amazing – head to p96 for a sneak peek...

Jessica Timms | Asda Magazine editor asdamagazineeditor@asda.co.uk | For other contacts see page 5

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Editor’s picks…

Butter beans (really!)

This humble, budget-friendy bean is getting some special airtime on page 31

Autumn decor

It’s time to be bold! Pick up an on-trend statement piece for your home on page 76

Tickled Pink tees

Our new-in-store T-shirts support breast cancer charities – see page 90

What’s inside

We’re so pleased to be back!

Look what’s inside your new-look Asda Magazine…

Love to eat

Peckish? Get stuck into our brand-new, super tasty, great value meal ideas for weekdays and special occasions

9 09 10½ THINGS TO LOVE THIS MONTH The latest must-trys to look out for – you heard it here first! 14 INTRODUCING ASDA REWARDS It’s arrived – the Asda Rewards app, our loyalty scheme that makes it easy for you to make savings and shop smarter every week!

18 WHAT’S FOR DINNER? AUTUMN WARMERS Hearty dinners in under 45 minutes S LASAGNE 26 S TICK OR TWIST: Which version of the Italian classic will get your mouth watering? 31 EVERYDAY HEROES: BUTTER BEANS The store cupboard standard gets a culinary makeover – you’re welcome!

34 M Y KIND OF SUNDAY Meet three families who reveal their unique take on their special day 46 SMART LIVING Saving money on your weekly shop 48 THE TASTEMAKERS: SMOKED SALMON Unique salt, the right wood... there’s more to smoked salmon than a kiln 52 HALLOWEEN SPOOKY SPECIAL Bake Off contestant Kim-Joy masters the creepiest of cakes, we share the ultimate trick or treat grazing board, chilling cocktails, and co-ordinated costumes for the whole family

The Asda Magazine team

80 Feel good

Editor Jessica Timms Content Planner Stephanie Martin Content Co-ordinator Nancy Stockdale Senior Content Manager Hannah Dove Executive Christmas Co-ordinator Coming soon…

Get ready to relax and be inspired with our must-read wellness features

Get the look

86 L IVE YOUR BEST… OCTOBER Your seasonal wellbeing round-up

Give your home and wardrobe a makeover with the latest must-haves from George

88 GET TO KNOW YOUR MONEY DIALS Get a grip on your spending behaviour

74 T HE EDIT 16 marvellous pick-me-ups

90 THINK PINK! An update on our Tickled Pink campaign, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

76 H OME TRENDS Check out some inspiring moodboards and freshen up your living space this autumn

94 BREAKFAST WITH CHAMPIONS Emma Riley catches up with food bank manager Andy Payne over a cuppa

80 LET THERE BE… LIGHT Shed some light on the matter with our pick of the season’s best lamps

96 IT’S CHRISTMAS! (ALMOST) Our busy Asda elves share some must-buys for the festive season

82 N EW WINTER COATS From bomber jackets to faux fur, get toasty in a stylish new winter coat

98 G INO D’ACAMPO Our favourite Italian chef on the simple pleasure of cooking with fish

Get in touch

● asdamagazineeditor@asda.co.uk ● Call Asda on 0800 952 0101 ● Write to the editor: Asda Magazine, Asda House, South Bank, Great Wilson Street, Leeds LS11 5AD.

Consultant Editor Rebecca Denne Art Editor Laura Phillips Associate Editor Jessica Carter Sub Editor Lou Cassell Editorial Director Dan Linstead Design Director Will Slater Client Director Clair Atkins Account Manager Maria Rees With thanks to: Rachel Beckwith, Jo Clark and Clare Watters Asda Magazine is published by Our Media, an Immediate Group company, in partnership with Asda. Print sourced by HH Associates. While every care is taken in compiling the contents of this magazine, the proprietors assume no responsibility in effects arising therefrom. No part of the contents may be reproduced without prior permission.

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Discover Classic Italian Recipe Kits from La Famiglia Rana in the chilled ready meals aisle.

OUR FOOD

Our food & you

We love bringing you varied, balanced and great value recipe ideas every issue. Here’s what you need to know Our recipes

All our recipes are specially created with you in mind. We work with our development chefs, nutrition team and leading recipe developers to create meal ideas that are easy, affordable and nutritious. Plus, we test every recipe carefully so you can trust they’ll work for you and your family. We promise to:

Recipe key facts

All our recipes include key facts on servings, prep time and our unique ‘faff factor’, a guide to how much skill and effort is involved in a recipe.

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Nutritional information

help you feed your family for less. and use everyday ingredients.

ingredients smartly and providing leftover ideas.

Price per serve

Look out for the price per serve on selected recipes. It’s the total cost of a recipe’s ingredients divided by the number of people the recipe serves. When you see the recipes at Asda.com this same price per serve will be shown.

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All our recipes are reviewed by a registered nutritionist and information is highlighted in a ‘traffic light’ graphic – green, amber, red. Green is good, while red is the other extreme – a lot of fat or salt, for example, and amber is somewhere in the middle. Each 300g portion contains Energy 2,659kJ 632kcal 32%

Fat 19g Med 27%

Sat Fat 8.4g High 42%

Sugars 7.2g Low 8%

Salt 1.6g Med 1.6%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 550kJ/130kcals

Look out for these symbols We’ve included other handy hints throughout the magazine to highlight ingredients and recipes with special features. Look out for:

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In the Asda Magazine kitchen this month... Kim-Joy Baking queen The Great British Bake Off star whips up some Halloween bakes exclusively for Asda on page 52.

Kerry Torrens Nutritionist Expert nutritionist Kerry has given all our recipes the thumbs up – dig in!

Ellis Parrinder Photographer Ellis brings his brilliantly vibrant style to our spooky Halloween cover – and more inside…

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TO LOVE THIS MONTH

Get set for Bonfire Night

Images: Getty

Planning to celebrate with friends and family on 5 November? To help you prepare for your fireside foodfest, we have hotdogs, melting marshmallows and toffee apples in store now – don’t forget sparklers for that dazzling finale!

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New wave vodka

Flavoured vodka is tipped to be the next big drinks craze and we’re one step ahead, with three new flavours of gold-bottled AU Vodka (from £32/70cl) having landed in store.

BLACK GRAPE With its deep purple hue, this black grape-infused vodka is nothing if not eye-catching – try it on the rocks to make the most of its sweet flavour.

PINEAPPLE CRUSH Take fruity cocktails to the next level with this golden spirit. Made with real crushed pineapples, it’s packed with tropical notes.

Pumpkin pizzazz

Choose the ultimate Halloween party food with these pumpkin-shaped goodies from the pizza counter. The jack-o’-lantern feasts have faces made from triangular cheese slices and come with a variety of toppings. No tricks here, all treats! Pumpkin Pizza, £3.50/633g.

More to enjoy

BLUE RASPBERRY A fusion of blueberries and raspberries are added to five-times distilled vodka to give this sippable spirit its juicy flavour and striking colour.

Au Vodka skus will be £27.00 in all regions in P10, which runs

until close of play on 5 October, then will revert to2022 full price at 10 | ASDA MAGAZINE | JULY £32 in store 6 October. AU Vodka £45.70/100cl.

If you haven’t already sampled Tony’s Chocolonely bars, a treat awaits you – and if you have, you’ll be excited to know that there are five new flavours to sample. The lovely people at ‘Tony’s’ strive to create better deals for cocoa makers worldwide. It’s fantastic chocolate, too. £3/180g

Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions. If you look under 25 and want to buy alcohol you will need to prove your age. Challenge 25. No I.D. No sale. You must be 18 or over to purchase alcohol

DIWALI DINNERS Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the globe. This year, the five-day festival runs from 23-27 October. Most people in the UK will have their parties on 24 October – create a celebratory spread with our recipes for chickpea and aubergine curry, kale and onion bhajis and much more at Asda.com/diwali-recipes

An extra hour of sleep! Remember, the clocks go back on 30 October – long, cosy evenings here we come! George Home Retro Clock, £8

Images: Getty, Jo Denison, Rachael McNeela

THE NUMBERS: 7 MUNCHING FRIDAY NIGHT FAKEAWAY

Scratch Cook Thai Green Chicken Curry Kit £4.25/500g

Mangetout £1/160g

+ Coconut milk £1.50/40cl

Baby sweetcorn £1.35/145g

Nothing beats a weekend takeaway, and you can rustle up your own for a fraction of the cost with our new Scratch Kits (£4.25 for two portions). Super simple to make and with an authentic flavour, this chicken Thai green curry will be on the table before you’ve even located the local takeaway’s menu. Also available: Extra Special Chicken Tikka Meal Kit, 500g; Extra Special Chicken Pad Thai Meal Kit, 500g.

Pumpkin Pizza, very veggie pizza £0.55/100g; Tony’s Chocolonely bar £1.60/100g; Scratch Cook Thai Green Chicken Curry Kit, £0.85/100g; Extra Special Chicken Tikka Meal Kit, £0.85/100g; Extra Special Chicken Pad Thai Meal Kit, £0.85/100g; mangetout, £0.62/100g; baby sweetcorn, £0.93/100g; Blue Dragon coconut milk, £3.75/100ml.

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WHOLE LATTE LOVE Pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween, you know. Enjoy magical scents of autumn and Christmas with our spicy pumpkin latte (£2.50). The best bit? All you need to do is add hot water. Coffee breaks are never going to be the same again.

Make a difference

Help support leading breast cancer charities with Asda Tickled Pink. If you buy this stunning pink bouquet, you’ll be donating* to our charity partners, Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel!, as well as helping to raise awareness of breast cancer, and make your home look beautiful... Good work all round! Tickled Pink bouquet, £5

Keep kids active on rainy half-term days with our biscuit kits – just decorate them in a suitably spooky style!

Asda Halloween Skeleton and Tombstone Biscuit Kit and Asda Halloween Spider Web Biscuit Kit, both £2

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a pumpkin

It’s shudder-inducing to hear that over 50% of people who buy pumpkins bin the flesh* after making a ‘lantern’. Use up the firm flesh and seeds of this versatile veg in an inventive way by making a pumpkin house or bird feeder, which can be enjoyed by plenty of garden creatures. Raise it up on a bird table to stop any hedgehogs getting unwell.

Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions. Pumpkin Spice Latte, £1.98/100g; Asda Halloween Skeleton and Tombstone Biscuit Kit, £0.77/100g; Asda Halloween Spider Web Biscuit Kit, £1.01/100g

Images: Getty, Steve Sayers, Lauren Mclean * Survery by Knorr, the stock makkers

*A minimum of 10% of the price of this product will be donated to Breast Cancer Now (Reg. Charity Nos. 1160558 & SC045584) and CoppaFeel! (Reg. Charity Nos. 1132366 & SC045970). This donation will be divided at a 70/30 split to Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel! respectively.

P R O M OT I O N : S P OT L I G H T O N S T E A K

Irresistibly tender Dry aged, 30-day matured and thick cut – our Extra Special steaks are delicious

Our Extra Special range of steaks will have you serving up prime, restaurant-quality Aberdeen Angus beef in your own kitchen. So what makes them Extra Special? Only the highest grades of meat can be used for dry ageing, which are usually only available to restaurants and butchers. We then hang our premium-quality beef for 30 days to achieve the finest flavour and a mouth-wateringly tender and succulent texture. The Extra Special steaks are cut thick, so you’ll be able to achieve the perfect crust in the pan, sealing in all the juices and flavour – whether you like your steak rare or well done.

Asda Extra Special Beef Buyer Heather Turnbull

Choose your cut

Extra Special Dry Aged Rump Steak 320g, £6

The dry ageing process creates a beautiful richness that’s sure to make this the best rump steak you’ve ever had.

Extra Special Dry Aged Ribeye Steak 320g, £7 The dry aged ribeye’s rich marbling throughout melts away when cooked, giving guaranteed flavour and succulence.

Extra Special Fillet Steak

£37.80/kg Our award-winning 30-day matured fillet steaks are the leanest, most tender cuts, with perfect balance of succulence and a delicate but rich flavour.

Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda. com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions. Extra Special Dry Aged Rump Steak, £1.88/100g; Extra Special Dry Aged Ribeye Steak, £2.18/100g; Extra Special Fillet Steak, £3.78/100g; Extra Special Sirloin Dry Aged Steak, £2.09/100g.

Extra Special Sirloin Dry Aged Steak 320g, £6.70 If you’re looking for the ultimate beefy flavour, the classic sirloin is the cut for you, thanks to the dry ageing process.

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ASDA

rewards is here! We’re so excited to introduce the brand-new Asda Rewards app, where you can earn pounds, not points! Build up your Asda Rewards cashpot when you shop in store or online. Here’s how…

How to start earning now... Search for Asda Rewards in the App Store (Apple devices) or Google Play (Android). Or just scan this QR code.

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Fill out some basic details and you’re up and running with an online account. If you already have an Asda account you can use these details to log in. If not, we will need a few details to register you.

Start shopping!

Every time you shop with us, you can earn Asda Pounds for your cashpot. You’ll earn 10% of the value of every star product you buy. You’ll find a list of all current star products in the ‘Earn’ tab of the app – there are hundreds. The more you buy, the more you earn!

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Download the free app to your phone

A S DA R E WA R D S

aking your money go further has never been more important, so we’re incredibly proud to be launching Asda’s first-ever loyalty scheme, which makes it easy for you to make savings and shop smarter every week. Unlike other loyalty schemes, with Asda Rewards you don’t earn points – you earn Asda Pounds. That’s real money you can spend on anything in store or on Asda Groceries online. You earn Asda Pounds by buying selected items in store or online, and your pounds build up in an account called a cashpot. When you’re ready, you can use money from your cashpot against anything you want to buy from Asda or George. With Christmas around the corner, now’s the ideal time to start earning. Our guide will have you scanning and saving in no time.

How does it all work?

With Asda Rewards, there’s no loyalty card to remember – it all works through an app on your phone. Download the app, and you’ll discover your unique barcode – scan it at checkout to earn your Pounds.

Take on a mission

As well as buying star products, you can build your cashpot by completing missions – special promotions and multi-buys that will top up your cashpot even faster. Missions change regularly – check out the current options in the Earn tab on the Asda Rewards app.

In the app, you can easily see how much is in your cashpot – how much you have to spend. You’ll start out with zero – but, hang on a minute, in the ‘Earn’ area of the app you’ll find a list of Star Products. Pop these in your trolley when you shop and you’ll earn 10% of their value! Spend £5.25 on a pack of pork chops – get 52p in your cashpot. It’s as easy as that. Star Products change regularly, so there are loads of chances to boost your cashpot. Ready to spend the money you’ve earned? Tap the ‘Spend’ icon in the app and instantly create a voucher for any amount up to the full value of your cashpot. The voucher is a barcode within the app that you can use at the till on your next visit. Simple!

What to do with your cashpot! You can spend your cashpot when you want, on what you want. Spend it every week, or wait until it has built up – if you keep saving, you can put it towards a treat for yourself and your family.

What about online shopping?

Asda Rewards works brilliantly when you shop online as well as in store. Just register for the app using your existing Asda online details (the same email address) and we’ll link them up. Then you’ll earn automatically as you shop – with no swiping or scanning required. ●

Scan to earn

Once you’ve finished your shop, head to the checkout and scan the barcode in the app – you’ll see your cashpot grow. Don’t forget to scan every time you shop.

Coins are illustrative only. App and mobile data required. Full terms and conditions at www.asda.com/rewards Selected Asda stores and products. Subject to availability. Asda Pounds must be spent at Asda instore or online. Excludes George.com

Start saving today!

It’s easy – just search for ‘Asda Rewards’ wherever you download your apps. For more information, or if you just need a hand getting started, visit asda.com/rewards

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Love to eat

Photography: Craig Robertson Food styling: Angela Boggiano

Hearty, healthy and nourishing food for the month ahead

Beautiful on the inside Nothing says ‘dive in’ like a golden fishcake, hot from the oven. But it’s what’s beyond that irresistible first layer of crunchy breadcrumbs that counts – floury potato, smoky flakes of fish and all that oozingly warm cheese... Taste it for yourself with our new, better-than-ever haddock fishcakes, now with a gooey middle, more fish and even more cheddar. Extra Special Smoked Haddock Fishcakes with Melting Cheddar Centre (pack of 2, £2.75; buy two packs for £4.50).

Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions. Extra Special Smoked Haddock Fishcakes with Melting Cheddar Centre, £0.95/100g

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WH AT’ S FO R D I N N E R?

Autumn

warmers Shorter days call for comforting, filling dinners you can get on the table fast. Get cosy with these great value crowd-pleasers RECIPES GABRIELL A ENGLISH PHOTOGRAPHS ELLIS PARRINDER

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W H AT ’ S F O R D I N N E R COMFORT FOOD

Eat more greens

Food styling: Liberty Mendez Props: Luis Peral

Add extra veg to this dish by steaming some stem broccoli – cut stems in half and mix in.

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EASY TO FREEZE This recipe is perfect for batch cooking and freezing. Leave any leftovers to cool to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container and freezing for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating until piping hot.

One pot creamy tomato and sausage pasta This is a real one-pot winner. Cooking the pasta in the sauce means all the flavour is absorbed and the starch from the pasta is released to thicken the sauce naturally. Serves 6 | Ready in 35 mins Faff factor | d

up with a wooden spoon, for 4-5 mins until golden brown. 2 Add the onion and mushrooms and cook for a further 3-4 mins until golden and softened. 3 Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for a further minute. Add the chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato purée, crushed chillies (if using), penne and spinach. Season and stir everything together well. Cover with a lid then bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 mins until the pasta is cooked to your liking. 4 Once cooked, remove from the heat and stir through the crème fraîche. Taste and adjust seasoning, if you like. Divide between dishes and top with the grated cheese before serving.

• ½tbsp olive oil • 400g Asda Seasoned Pork Sausage Meat • 1 onion, finely chopped • 250g pack Just Essentials by Asda White Mushrooms, roughly chopped • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes with herbs • 1 chicken stock cube, dissolved in 500ml just-boiled water • 2tbsp tomato purée • pinch crushed chillies (optional) • 300g penne pasta • 250g frozen whole leaf spinach • 3tbsp Asda 50% Less Fat Crème Fraîche • 75g Just Essentials by Asda hard cheese, grated

Each 497g portion contains

1 Heat the oil in a large wide saucepan over medium-high heat. Once hot add the sausage meat and cook, breaking 20 | ASDA MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2022

Energy 1,991KJ 475Kcal 24%

Fat 20.2g Med 29%

Sat Fat 8.9g High 44%

Sugars 9.7g Low 11%

Salt 1.63g Med 27%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 400kJ/96kcals

W H AT ’ S F O R D I N N E R COMFORT FOOD

Naan pizzas with mushrooms, olives and red onion Naans make perfect ready-made pizza bases. And the best bit? You can customise with whatever you’ve got lurking in the fridge – sun-dried tomatoes or red pepper anyone? Serves 6 | Ready in 20 mins Faff factor | V • 1tsp olive oil • 200g pack Asda Sliced Mushrooms • 4 plain naan breads • 250g jar Asda Tomato & Basil Pizza Sauce Topper • 75g black olives, halved • 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced • 125g pack Asda Light Mozzarella cheese, drained and cut into quarters • 30g wild rocket

Leftover olives?

Add to salads or tomatoey pasta dishes for a savoury flavour boost.

1 Heat oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas 7. Heat the oil in a pan over a high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mushrooms and cook, stirring regularly, for 2 mins until lightly golden brown. Season with salt and pepper and set aside. 2 Separate the naans over two baking trays. Divide the pizza sauce topper between the 4 naan breads and spread with the back of a spoon, leaving an edge of around 1cm. 3 Divide the mushrooms, olives and red onion between the naans. Tear each quarter of the mozzarella into small chunks and dot over the top of the pizzas. 4 Bake for 10-12 mins, until the cheese is golden brown and bubbling and the naans are crisp. Divide between plates and top with the rocket and some freshly ground black pepper, if you like.

Each 315g portion contains Energy 2,312kJ 550kcal 28%

Fat 19g Med 27%

Sat Fat 4g Low 20%

Sugars 9.1g Low 10%

Salt 2.17g High 36%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 735kJ/175kcals

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Make once, eat twice

Warm up leftover frittata or eat at room temperature – yum! Not suitable for freezing.

Smoked mackerel, potato and kale frittata Finish the frittata under a grill to crisp up the kale to bring out the best taste. Smoked mackerel is a source of omega 3 and is a distinct flavour.

• 1 red onion, thinly sliced • 150g pack Asda Crisp & Earthy Unwashed Sliced Curly Kale, rinsed • 175g Asda Rich Kiln Roasted Mackerel Fillets, skin removed and flaked • Salad leaves, to serve

ovenproof, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the potatoes and fry, turning regularly, for 4-5 mins until golden brown. Add seasoning. Transfer to a plate and set aside. 4 Heat your grill to medium high. Add the red onion and kale with a little more oil if needed. Season a little then cook, stirring, for 3-4 mins until softened. Add the potatoes back to the pan with the flaked mackerel and stir everything together well. 5 Pour in the beaten egg, tilting the pan as you do so. Cook over medium heat for 2 mins, until the base is set

• 2 Asda British Fluffy & Golden Large Baking Potatoes, cut into 1cm chunks • 8 eggs • 1tbsp vegetable oil, plus extra if needed

1 Add the chopped potatoes to a saucepan, cover with water and bring to the boil over a medium-high heat. Simmer for 6-8 mins until tender, then drain and leave to steam for a minute. 2 Break the eggs into a large bowl and whisk – you might need a splash of milk to loosen. Season and set aside. 3 Heat the oil in a roughly 24cm,

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Serves 4 | Ready in 35 mins Faff factor | GF DF MF

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Chicken katsu curry stir fry

We’ve revamped the classic chicken stir fry with Asda’s Katsu Curry Stir-fry Sauce. Mildly spiced and creamy, it’s warming as the days get colder. Serves 4 | Ready in 20 mins Faff factor | GF DF MF

then place under the grill for 5-7 mins, checking regularly, until cooked through and lightly golden on top. Check the egg in the middle is cooked through by poking with a knife. 6 Carefully loosen the edge of the frittata with a spatula and slide on to a plate. Cut into quarters and serve.

Each 304g portion contains Energy 1,651kJ 395kcal 20%

Fat 22.1g High 32%

Sat Fat 5.1g Med 25%

Sugars 3.8g Low 4%

Salt 1.39g Med 23%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 543kJ/ 130kcals

• 1tbsp vegetable oil • 500g pack diced chicken breast • 600g pack mixed vegetable stir fry • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 2 x 300g packs cooked Asda Egg Noodles • 2 x 170g packs Asda Katsu Curry Stir-fry Sauce • 3 spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced, to serve • 1 lime, quartered, to serve • light soy sauce, to serve (optional) 1 Heat the oil in a wok or a large frying pan over high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and stir fry for 6-8 mins until golden brown all over, lowering the heat slightly if needed.

2 Once the chicken is golden brown, add the vegetables and continue to stir fry for a further 3-4 mins, until the vegetables are just tender and golden and the chicken is cooked through. 3 Add the garlic and stir fry for a further minute before adding the noodles and katsu sauce. Toss everything together well and continue to cook for 1-2 mins, until everything is piping hot. 4 Divide the stir fry between 4 dishes, top with the spring onion and lime wedges before serving with soy sauce if you like. Each 472g portion contains Energy 2,278kJ 542kcal 27%

Fat 19.8g Med 28%

Sat Fat 2.5g Low 12%

Sugars 14.7g Low 16%

Salt 1.48g Med 25%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 483kJ/115kcals

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W H AT ’ S F O R D I N N E R COMFORT FOOD

Veg-packed chilli con carne

Chilli con carne is perfect comfort food, great for feeding a crowd. We’ve packed ours with loads of veggies and beans, too. Adjust the amount of chilli powder you use to meet your needs for heat. Serves 6 | Ready in 45 mins Faff factor | DF MF LF

• ½tbsp olive oil (stock) • 500g pack lean beef steak mince • 2 onions, finely chopped • 1 pepper, cut into 1cm chunks • 1 pack Asda Mild & Delicate Courgettes, cut into 1cm chunks • 250g pack white mushrooms, roughly chopped • 4 cloves garlic • 1tbsp ground cumin • 1tbsp smoked paprika • 2tsp dried oregano • 1 - 1 ½tsp hot chilli powder, depending on your heat preference • 2tbsp tomato purée • 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes • 1 beef stock cube, dissolved in 500ml just boiled water • 400g tin red kidney beans in water, drained and rinsed • 400g tin black beans in water, drained and rinsed • 6 large baking potatoes (or use as many as the number of people you are serving)

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oppings (optional) T • soured cream • mature cheddar cheese, grated • spring onions, sliced 1 Heat the oil in a large frying pan or casserole pot over high heat. Once hot add the mince and fry, breaking up with the back of a wooden spoon, for 4-5 mins until golden brown. 2 Add the onion, peppers, courgettes and mushrooms and cook for a further 4-5 mins until slightly softened. Add the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, chilli powder and tomato purée and cook for a further 2 mins. 3 Add the chopped tomatoes, stock, kidney beans and black beans and season well with salt and black pepper. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat

and continue to simmer for 20-25 mins, until thickened and the flavour has intensified. Add up to 100ml of water if it gets too thick. 4 To make the microwave baked potatoes, prick the surface of them with a fork and place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 8-10 mins, turning them over halfway through, until soft when inserted with a skewer. 5 To serve, split the potatoes open and serve with the chilli on top with any of the other toppings if you like. Each 732g portion contains Energy 1,832kJ 435kcal 22%

Fat 8g Low 11%

Sat Fat 2.6g Low 13%

Sugars 13g Low 14%

Salt 0,89g Low 15%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 250kJ/59kcals

Easy veggie swap

Make a vegetarian dish by swapping the beef mince for more beans, or for Asda Plant Based Soya Mince.

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Cholesterolbusting changes we can all make today • Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables • Reducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels • Getting plenty of fibre in your diet • Eating foods that contain oats and barley. These contain beta-glucans that have been shown to lower cholesterol** • Keeping active and doing at least 30 minutes of exercise on a regular basis

Make a change Lowering your cholesterol is easier than you think when you have Flora ProActiv in the fridge Many of us want to keep an eye on our cholesterol level, though knowing the steps to take to improve it isn’t always easy. That’s where Flora ProActiv can help. Made with plant sterols, which have been clinically proven to reduce cholesterol, this plant-based spread is a simple and delicious way to help make a difference. Flora ProActiv is available in Buttery and Light versions – as well as tasty Olive Oil, for a wonderfully Mediterranean twist – making it a cinch to switch from

your usual butter or spread. And just three portions a day will provide all the plant sterols you need to help reduce cholesterol by up to 7–10%*, so it really couldn’t be easier to make the change!

Why do you need to keep cholesterol in check?

We all need cholesterol in our bodies, though there are different types – some good for you, some bad. Having too much of the bad kind in your blood can increase the risk of heart disease and strokes.

For a free guide to lowering cholesterol, go to pro-activ. com/en-gb. It has everything needed to lower cholesterol in 21 days, including handy diet and lifestyle tips, expert advice, delicious recipes and much more.

* Flora ProActiv contains plant sterols. Plant sterols have been shown to lower blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease. Consuming 1.5-2.4g of plant sterols per day can lower cholesterol by 7-10% in 2-3 weeks when consumed as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle with sufficient fruit and vegetables. ** Oat beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3g of oat beta-glucan. Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/ minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions.

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Lasagne STI C K O R T WI S T ?

Did you know?

Styling: Miriam Nice Props: Sarah Birks

One of Italy’s most celebrated dishes, lasagne is actually said to have originated in Greece.

The big meaty one

Break any unused lasagne sheets up and cook as you would normal pasta for a thrifty dish that makes the most of leftovers.

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S TI C K O R T W I ST L A S AG N E

Classic meat and creamy béchamel sauce or a revamp using layers of butternut squash and spinach? We can’t decide, either. Let the battle of the lasagnes commence! RECIPES LINZI PUCINO PHOTOGRAPHS L AUREN MCLEAN

The colourful veggie one Butternut squash is loaded with Vitamin A which, among other benefits, supports your immune system.

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R OF YOUY 5 A DA

The classic lasagne

Butternut squash & spinach lasagne

Whipping up a lasagne can take time and effort, but our cheats’ version is made with less than 10 ingredients.

Make use of your favourite freezer veg here with our tasty twist on a veggie lasagne that everyone will love.

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Serves 4 | Ready in 50 mins Faff | V d

• 550g pack Asda Bolognese Beef Mince with tomato, onion and seasoning • 1 large carrot, grated • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped • 400g tin chopped tomatoes with herbs • 1tbsp tomato purée • 480g jar Asda White Lasagne Sauce • 50g Asda Grated Parmesan • 12 lasagne sheets • mozzarella (optional) 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/ 160°C fan/gas 4. Cook the beef mince according to

pack instructions until thickened, then stir in the carrot, garlic, tomatoes and tomato purée. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 8-10 mins, until the carrots are tender. 2 In a 20x25cm baking dish, spoon ¼ of the beef mince on the bottom, before spooning over some of the white sauce and finishing with a sprinkle of parmesan. Layer over 3 lasagne sheets, then repeat the layers 3 more times, finishing with a spoonful of white sauce, parmesan and torn mozzarella, if using. 3 Bake for 40-45 mins until golden and bubbling. Allow to stand for 10 mins before slicing to serve.

Each 431g portion contains Energy 2,060KJ 491Kcal 25%

Fat 18g Med 26%

Sat Fat 6.8g High 34%

• 700g pack Asda frozen butternut chunks • 2 red onions, chopped • 425g frozen whole leaf spinach • ½ bunch fresh basil • 250g tub ricotta • 150ml semi-skimmed milk • 75g vegetarian hard cheese or Asda Grated Parmesan • 12 lasagne sheets • mozzarella (optional) 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/ 180°C fan/gas 6 and cook the butternut according to pack instructions, adding the onion for the last 10 mins. 2 Follow pack instructions to

cook the spinach. When the butternut is done, crush lightly with a fork and stir through drained spinach. 3 Roughly chop most of the basil, combine with the ricotta, milk and most of the hard cheese. Season with black pepper. In a 20x25cm baking dish, spoon ¼ of the butternut mix, top with some of the ricotta then layer over 3 lasagne sheets. Repeat the layers, finishing with ricotta, hard cheese and torn mozzarella, if using. 4 Reduce the oven to 180°C/ 160°C fan/gas 4 and bake, covered with foil for 40 mins. Remove foil and bake for 5 mins more until golden. Allow to stand for 10 mins, then serve with fresh basil.

Each 449g portion contains Sugars 11g Low 12%

Salt 1.75g Med 29%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 478kJ/114kcals

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Energy 2,070kJ 493kcal 25%

Fat 14.9g Med 21%

Sat Fat 8.7g High 43%

Sugars 16.1g Low 18%

Salt 0.55g Low 9%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 465kJ/111kcals Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability.

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Simply the best

Our Extra Special Sourdough just got even better – and it’s all thanks to our new brilliant bakers Here at Asda, we believe our customers always deserve the best. That’s why we’ve been working closely with one of the UK’s leading artisan bakeries, Nicholas & Harris, to bring you our new and improved range of Extra Special sourdough breads. Whether you opt for classic white, ancient grain or spelt and rye, you can taste the quality in every bite. But how do we do it?

Image: Stuart Ovenden

A market-leading supplier

Established in Salisbury in 1840, Nicholas & Harris has more than 180 years of experience in traditional craft baking, and today the company is still celebrated for its high-quality artisanal breads. So, when we set out to elevate the quality of our Extra Special sourdough, there was no doubt that the experts at Nicholas & Harris were the best people for the job.

‘Each loaf is long-fermented, hand-cut and stone baked’ A carefully crafted process

When it comes to creating our Extra Special sourdough, time and patience are essential ingredients every step of the way. Made using a wild-yeast starter that’s up to 20 years old, and high-quality Cotswold flour, each loaf is longfermented, hand-cut and stone baked to create the sourdough’s distinctive tangy flavour, chewy texture and crackly crust.

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FREE TO GRAzE †

*Cravendale is filtered so it lasts for 7 days when opened and 21 days unopened. †All our cows have access to grazing, as often as weather conditions allow and provided it will not compromise their health or welfare. Visit arlafoods.co.uk/care to find out more about our new farming standards. **Arla Cravendale milk is segregated on farm and is then filtered for purity.

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AS PURE AS THE PLACE IT COMES FROM**

STRENGTH COMES FROM WITHIN

E V E RY DAY H E RO E S

Butter beans

Body building

Styling: Liberty Mendez Props: Luis Peral

The protein in butter beans contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass and of normal bones.

They may have made their way into the odd salad over the summer, but these little morsels deserve much more. Versatile, cheap and packed with protein – all hail the butter bean RECIPES LINZI PUCINO PHOTOGRAPHS ELLIS PARRINDER

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Smoky chorizo & butter bean stew

You could use chickpeas instead if you prefer. The green beans add in more of your 5-a-day, straight from the freezer. Serves 4 | Ready in 30 mins Cook 20 mins | Faff factor EF

• ½ 225g horseshoe Asda ES Chorizo Casero, finely cubed • 1 onion, finely chopped • 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped or crushed • 1tsp smoked paprika • 2 x 400g tin Asda Butter Beans, drained and rinsed well • 400g tin chopped tomatoes • 500ml vegetable stock • 320g frozen green beans • 2tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley • crusty bread, to serve (optional)

Creamy leek & butter bean soup

Make a double batch of this soup and freeze for up to one month. Serves 4 | Ready in 35 mins Faff factor | V VE d • 1½tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 175g pack Asda Sliced Leeks • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped • 1tsp mixed herbs • 2 x 400g tins Asda Butter Beans, drained and rinsed well • 1litre vegetable stock • 75g leftover bread (we used Asda medium sliced seeded) • ½tsp ground cumin • 1tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley, to serve 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/ gas 6. Heat 1tbsp of the oil in a large saucepan on a medium heat and cook the onion and leeks for 2 mins until just 32 | ASDA MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2022

beginning to colour. Lower the heat, season, add a splash of water and cover, cooking for another 4-5 mins until the leek is soft. Stir in the garlic and herbs and cook for another minute. 2 Add the butter beans and stock, stir, bring to the boil then turn down and simmer, covered, for 15 mins. 3 Slice the leftover bread into cubes and toss in remaining oil and cumin. Bake for 8-10 mins until crunchy. 4 Blitz the soup with a hand blender until creamy and season well. Spoon into bowls, scatter with the croutons and parsley to serve.

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Each 325g portion contains Energy 1,078kJ 257kcal 13%

Fat 7.7g Low 11%

Sat Fat 1.2g Low 6%

Sugars 6.4g Low 7%

Salt 1.90g High 32%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 331kJ/79kcals Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability.

E V E RY DAY H E R O E S

1 In a large saucepan, cook the chorizo over a medium heat, stirring, for 2-3 mins until the oils are released. Remove and set aside with a slotted spoon. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 mins until soft. Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika and seasoning. Cook for another minute. 2 Stir in the butter beans, chopped tomatoes, cooked chorizo and stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 mins until thickened slightly. Add the green beans, cover with a lid and cook for another 5 mins until tender. 3 Serve in bowls with the parsley sprinkled across the top and bread on the side, if using.

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Each 420g portion contains Energy 1,317kJ 315kcal 16%

Fat 12.5g Low 18%

Sat Fat 4.2g Low 21%

Sugars 9.8g Low 11%

Salt 2.13g High 36%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 314kJ/75kcals

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Baked cheese & tomato butter beans

Weekend lunches with friends, we’re looking at you. Or toss this tomatoey dish through cooked pasta for a satisfying dinner. Serves 4 | Ready in 50 mins Cook 20 mins | Faff factor V

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• 2tbsp olive oil • 1tbsp each chopped flat leaf parsley and basil, plus extra to serve • 200g pack Asda 40% Less Fat Salad Cheese • 325g pack cherry tomatoes • 400g tin Asda Butter Beans, drained and rinsed well • 4 Asda Wholemeal Pittas, sliced into strips 1 Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas 5. Combine the oil with the chopped parsley and basil and season with salt and pepper. 2 In a 23cm square baking dish, place the cheese in the centre then scatter

around the tomatoes and butter beans before drizzling all over with the herby oil. Bake for 40-45 mins until the tomatoes are just beginning to burst. 3 Meanwhile, place the pitta strips on another tray, baking alongside the cheese for the last 10-12 mins. 4 To serve, carefully stir the tomatoes and butter beans around the cheese to combine the juices before sprinkling over the remaining herbs. Add the pitta strips on the side for everyone to get dipping. Each 235g portion contains Energy 1,513kJ 361kcal 18%

Fat 12.9g Med 18%

Sat Fat 5.5g Med 28%

Sugars 5.1g Low 6%

Salt 1.52g Med 25%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 644kJ/154kcals

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My Sundays are all about gathering your favourite faces and tucking into whatever you fancy. Here, three families show us how they spend their day WORDS JESSICA CARTER AND REBECCA DENNE

Styling: Chloe Milburn

PHOTOGRAPHS JO DENISON

Sunday

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A family affair

The Tulip family from Leeds get stuck into their Malaysian-style Sunday feast.

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Meet the Tulips: Axel, Emily, Darcey and Alfie

Styling: Rachael McNeela

Axel says: “Sunday dinner is the most important meal of the week at home. My wife Emily, our kids Darcey and Alfie, Emily’s grandmother and I always share it, meaning there’s an impressive 92-year age range at the table! I grew up between Brunei and Malaysia and was taught to cook by my mum, Noor Aini, who still lives in Kuala Lumpur. I do most of the cooking at home and on Sundays I like to go all-out with a big Malaysian-inspired feast. I’ll get the music going in the kitchen (although I don’t get a look-in with the soundtrack – the kids have songs from Disney’s Encanto playing on repeat) and spend the afternoon preparing dinner at a chilled-out pace. Darcey is usually stood next to me helping where she can (she loves getting involved and is already great at chopping), while Alfie runs around, keeping Emily busy. We sit down at around 4pm to a mouthwatering feast – the curry is a reoccurring favourite. Because I’m a bit of a spice fiend, I serve it with a bowl of extra chopped chilli so we can all add as much as we like.”

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Malaysian-style curry

A super flavoursome curry that can be spiced up for chilli lovers. Serves 4 | Ready in 1hr 40 mins Faff | GF DF MF LF EF d

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• ½ 300g pack Asda Extra Special Echalion Shallots, roughly chopped • 6 garlic cloves, peeled • 8 red chillies (deseeded if you like it less hot) • 1tbsp ground turmeric • 40g fresh ginger, peeled, chopped • 1tbsp tamarind sauce (we used East End brand) • 1 ½tbsp vegetable oil • 2 lemongrass stalks, bashed and finely sliced • 2 bay leaves (or use lime leaves if you can) • 2 x 400g packs Asda Tender Lean Diced Beef • 400ml tin reduced fat coconut milk • fresh coriander, to serve (optional) • boiled rice, to serve • steamed green veg, to serve 1 Add the shallots, garlic, chillies (reserving a little to serve), turmeric, ginger, tamarind, 1tbsp of the oil and 1tbsp water to a small food processor and blitz to a paste. 2 Heat the remaining oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Stir in the paste, lemongrass and bay leaves, season well and cook for 5 mins. 3 Add the beef to the pan and cook for 10 mins, until beginning to brown, making sure it’s coated in the paste. 4 Stir in the coconut milk, bring to the boil, then cover and simmer over a low heat for 1 to 1½ hours, or until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened. 5 Serve with the reserved red chilli scattered over the top with some coriander and rice on the side. Each 275g portion contains Energy 1,787kJ 427kcal 21%

Fat 19.9g Med 28%

Sat Fat 9.8g High 49%

Sugars 5.4g Low 6%

Salt 0.30g Low 5%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 649kJ/155kcals Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions.

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“I usually wake up to the smell of bacon and the sound of mum downstairs” Meet sisters Grace and Amy Hodgkinson and their mum, Kalina Dunin-Brzezinska Grace says: “Although we’re in our twenties, when Amy and I go to visit our mum in the Cotswolds for the weekend, we revert to our teenage selves and never manage to make it out of bed before midday on the Sunday. Mum’s a great cook – she grew up in a Polish household with a big emphasis on food – and always makes us her American-style pancakes. She says they’re easy to keep warm in the oven until Amy and I eventually surface, and it suits us as we’ve loved them since we were kids! I usually wake up to the smell of bacon – which can be added as a topping – and the sound of mum bustling around downstairs. I’ll find her dancing around the kitchen as she cooks, wearing a frilly 1940s-style apron and her hair fixed up in a little crocodile clip. On the table is orange juice and coffee, a pot of blueberry compote, some fresh berries, candied pecans, a stack of crispy bacon and a bottle of maple syrup. When we’re sat down, mum will whip a casserole dish out of the oven, filled with a mountain of pancakes. As Amy and I slowly come to life, we’ll catch up on each other’s lives and generally put the world to rights. No matter how often we do it, it always feels like a special treat.” Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/ minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions.

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Be prepared

Make the candied nuts and blueberry sauce up to 2 days in advance so you can quickly dive in to flipping out those pancakes…

M Y K I N D O F S U N DAY

Fluffy blueberry pancakes

A firm favourite Sunday after Sunday, and oh so simple… Serves 4 | Ready in 50 mins Faff | V d or the candied pecans: F • 40g pecans • 1/2tbsp unsalted butter • 1tbsp muscovado sugar For the blueberry sauce: • 200g blueberries • 1tsp fresh lemon juice For the pancakes: • 150g self-raising flour • ½tsp bicarbonate of soda • 1tbsp caster sugar • 1 free-range egg • 250ml whole milk • 2tbsp unsalted butter, melted • 100g blueberries 1 First make the candied pecans. Toast the pecans in a non-stick frying pan on a low heat for 5-6 mins, stirring occasionally so they don’t burn. Stir in the butter and sugar, mix well and cook for another 1-2 mins until sticky. Tip on to a plate lined with baking paper and separate with a spatula. Set aside to cool then crumble with your hands. 2 To make the sauce, put the berries and lemon juice in a saucepan with 2tbsp water and bring to the boil. Turn down to a simmer and allow to bubble for 8-10 mins until thickened, stirring occasionally so the berries begin to break down. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. 3 Now for the pancakes: stir together the dry ingredients in a large bowl, then create a well in the centre. Whisk together the egg, milk and

1tbsp melted butter, then add to the well, whisking gradually until smooth and a dropping consistency. Stir in the blueberries. 4 Heat a non-stick frying pan until hot, then brush with some of the remaining butter. Add 2tbsp batter into the pan for each pancake. When bubbles start to appear on the surface after about 2 mins, carefully flip and cook for another 2 mins until golden. Transfer to a baking dish and keep warm in the oven, then continue with the rest of the batter to make 12 pancakes. 5 To serve, arrange the pancakes on a plate, topped with the blueberry sauce and nuts. Kalina’s tips: Making the pancakes • Make the pancake batter the night before, and keep in the fridge. • The first pancake is usually not so good, but it sets the pan and that first one can be eaten with lemon juice as a ‘cook’s treat’. Adding extras • Leftover nuts will store well in an airtight container for 5 days. • Leftover blueberry sauce will freeze well for up to 3 months. • Change the fruit of choice to keep it seasonal, which can be cheaper. • Change the nut of choice, eg try with candied walnuts. Each 194g portion contains Energy 1,702kJ 407kcal 20%

Fat 19g Med 27%

Sat Fat 7.4g High 37%

Sugars 20g Med 22%

Salt 0.82g Med 14%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 879kJ/210kcals

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Meet the Grippers: Lucy, Harry, Paul and Liz Liz says: “Most Sundays between March and October, come rain or shine, my husband Paul will get the barbecue going. We’ve even been known to barbecue on Christmas Eve, believe it or not! Our children Harry and Lucy come over when they can and we catch up on our weeks, while Gus (our lively spaniel) looks on patiently, waiting for something, hopefully, to fall off the barbie! Both Paul and I spent a year in Australia, so this is our ode to Aussie life. I tend to see what I have in the cupboard that week, make a punchy marinade and let it do its work. If there are leftovers (which is very rare!), we have it cold the next day with some salad. We wouldn’t have Sunday any other way.”

Tell us… how do you spend your Sunday?

Are you a fan of the traditional roast? Maybe you take it in turns to cook with your housemate or is your Sunday lunch on a Wednesday? We’d love to hear your take on what Sunday means for you. Get in touch (see p5) or tag us on Instagram using the hashtag #MyKindOfSunday. Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/ minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions.

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Chicken à la Grips

A juicy chicken dinner winner with a flavour-packed marinade. Serves 6 | Ready in 50 mins plus marinating | Faff | DF MF LF EF

• 4 garlic cloves, finely grated • 5cm piece ginger, finely grated • 1tbsp olive oil • 1tbsp light soy sauce • 1.1kg pack Asda Succulent Chicken Thighs, bone-in and skin on

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1 Stir together all the ingredients, apart from the chicken, in a large bowl. Add the chicken and massage the marinade in well, with lots of freshly ground black pepper. Cover and set aside in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight. 2 Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/ gas 4. Transfer the chicken to a roasting tin and cook for 35-45 mins, or until cooked through and the juices run clear. Transfer to a preheated barbecue for 5-10 mins, turning frequently until golden and crispy. 3 No barbecue, or it’s raining? Preheat the grill to high and after the chicken has finished cooking, place under the grill for 4-5 mins until golden. Liz’s top tips: Chicken thighs are much moister when cooked, and cheaper than breasts. If you have it in the cupboard, hoisin sauce is a lovely addition as an alternative marinade. Each 99g portion contains Energy 1,049kJ 252kcal 13%

Fat 16.5g Med 24%

Sat Fat 3.9g Med 20%

Sugars 0.9g Low 1%

Salt 0.55g Med 9%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 1056kJ/254kcals

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Premium pours W With 250 award-winning wines to choose from, you can count on us to get the drinks in this autumn

hether you’re celebrating something special, or simply want to enjoy a glass of your fave, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for at Asda. From multi-award-winning wines that’ll take pride of place at your party to pocket-friendly exclusives – and everything in between – we’ve gone above and beyond to bring you the best.

A drop of the good stuff

Our Nice Drop wine experts are constantly searching the world to bring you exclusive bottles that are not only fantastic quality, but also great value, with prices starting from just £3.99. Delights include our Nice Drop Malbec, an outstandingvalue Decanter Silver-winning

What’s your drop?

A treat for the palate and the pocket, the Nice Drop range – where every wine has won an award – has 10 delicious grapes to choose from...

M PREMIU WINES

Malbec that’s bursting with smooth blueberry, blackberry and plum flavours, an ideal partner to grilled meats and stews. Another cracking red is the Nice Drop Pinotage, which took home Silver at the IWSC awards. Made with South Africa’s Pinotage grape, this smooth, fruity number is great with grilled meats. And if it’s a crisp glass of white you’re after, the Nice Drop Sauvignon Blanc is bursting with zesty lime and grapefruit flavours – ideal for lighter dishes, such as fish, salads and stir-fries.

Fine wines

Along with tempting Asda exclusives, you’ll find plenty of first-class wines for when you really want to pull out the stops, including the four big-hitters on the right. So, the only question is, which will you try first?

Extra Special Palacio de Vivero Rueda was £5.50, now £5

A Decanter Platinum Award winner famed for its citrussy notes. Decanter score: 97/100

Saint Joseph Vidal-Fleury was £24, now £19

Grown on granite slopes, this Shiraz’s mineral finish makes it the perfect match to a peppered steak.

Berne Intemporelle CÔtes de Provence was £14, now £12 This outstanding rosé has delicate cherry and wild strawberry notes and a dry finish.

Faustino Rivero Albariño was £11, now £10

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Pop a bottle of the best

It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned sommelier or are just finding your feet in the wine world, Asda is a one-stop shop for the most distinctive and delectable wines, including our Extra Special range. If you’re looking to add a little sparkle to your next get-together, these bubbles are sure to impress…

Extra Special Mas Miralda Brut Rosé Cava, was £8, now £6.50 Another award winner (IWSC Silver and Decanter Bronze), this sensational cava Rosado is full of sumptuous peach, plum and cherry fruit flavours. As a richer style, it’s ideal enjoyed on its own, though it also partners well with salads, fish and spicy dishes.

Asquith Gardens English Sparkling Wine, £18 A Silver winner at both the Decanter and IWC awards, this classy tipple spends more than five years ageing in the bottle – that’s two years more than is required for vintage Champagne! The honey and apple aromas will also make salmon and roast chicken sing.

Extra Special Prosecco, £8 Made from 100% Glera grapes that exude elegance and finesse, this deliciously light Prosecco is a class act and has claimed Silver at the IWC and IWSC awards. It’s perfect chilled and its slightly dry, refreshingly crisp taste works well with spicy Asian dishes.

Prices valid from 6 October 2022 (excluding Asquith Gardens and the Nice Drop range). End date 2 November 2022. Pricing may vary. Selected stores and regions only. May exclude small stores asda.com/small stores. Subject to availability.

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Tortelloni with crispy bacon SERVES TWO

Preheat your oven to 200 °C.

1 pack La Famiglia Rana Prosciutto Cotto & Mozzarella Fresh Tortelloni

Separate the broccoli into florets and place on a baking tray. Season with a little olive oil and salt, then cook in the oven for 10-12 minutes.

a head of broccoli 100g bacon extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper to taste

Cut the bacon into thin strips and fry in a teaspoon of olive oil until crispy. Cook the tortelloni for 2 minutes in salted boiling water. Drain and mix together with the crispy bacon and broccoli. Season with salt and black pepper.

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Smart

LIVING We’re all trying to make our money go further these days – so every issue we’ll bring you our triedand-tested ways to cut kitchen costs and still enjoy delicious meals all week long WORDS SUE QUINN

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GREAT TASTE, LESS MEAT

Replacing meat with pulses like beans and lentils is a brilliant way to reduce costs – and you needn’t lose the meat altogether. Just swap out half the meat in a stew or curry and replace with Just Essentials by Asda chickpeas for a budgetfriendly meal.

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Handy herb swaps

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USE (ALL) YOUR LOAF

In the UK we throw away 20 million slices of bread each day, so try these nifty ways to use up past-their-best loaves: l To refresh stale bread, sprinkle slices with water, wrap together in foil and place in a 150°C oven for 5-10 minutes. Ta dah! Soft again. l For breadcrumbs, blitz stale bread in a food processor and stash in the freezer in zip-lock bags. Try mixing a handful with a splash of olive oil and grated cheese for a tasty mac ’n’ cheese topping. l Make croutons. Toss cubes of stale bread with a little olive oil and roast at 200°C for 10 minutes, or until golden. Combine with roasted squash and broccoli, cooked brown rice or spelt, chopped herbs and a pinch of chilli flakes. Season and dress with olive oil and lemon juice.

STEPS TO … FREEZING FRUIT

CHOP IT

Core and chop apples and pears, de-stone stone fruit, hull berries and peel and chop bananas. Spread out on trays lined with baking paper and freeze.

FREEZE IT

USE IT

Transfer everything to zip-lock bags or freezer-proof lidded containers before putting back in the freezer. All the pieces will be nicely separated. Use straight from the freezer in smoothies, or in crumbles and pies. Also defrost and serve warm or cold with breakfast cereal, pancakes or yoghurt.

@BEATTHEBUDGET WITH MIMI HARRISON

Batch cooking made simple Insta-cook and queen of thrifty feeding Mimi Harrison is better known as @beatthebudget – she’ll share her canny kitchen hacks with us here each issue. Batch cooking is a huge part of my routine. It saves time, reduces food waste and helps make budgets go further. Here’s how to make it easy!

USE IT UP

When planning batch cook-ups, remember that meals can share ingredients without becoming samey. Use a pot of cream in a silky pasta sauce then pour leftovers into a vegetable frittata, for instance. Clever planning like this will help us use everything up and stick to our budget.

FREEZE IT UP Opting for

freezable recipes – like veggie lasagne – means you can bulk-buy ingredients and get better value per portion. You’ll have speedy, ready-made meals to heat up for the weeks to come, too! I’ve implemented a ‘freezer cycle’ at home, where new meals go in when an old favourite comes out.

MIX IT UP

Try batch cooking one element of a meal then adding it to different dinners that week. Sliced chicken breasts fried with mixed peppers and spices could be used in burrito bowls, pasta dishes and fajitas, for instance. This means when you come to cook, the bulk of the prep has already been done. It’s especially great to do this with a meat recipe as it splits the cost of the protein (often the most expensive part of our weekly shop), over several days.

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T H E TA S T E M A K E R S SALMON SMOKER

In a fishing port in northeast Scotland, the finest salmon is kiln-smoked as it has been for generations. Master smoker Kenny Noble explains the secrets of its sensational flavour AS TOLD TO JESSICA CARTER PHOTOGRAPHS ED SMITH

Ultimate Blackthorn Dry Cured Smoked Salmon, £6, is

landing in stores just in time for Christmas

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“These kilns really are magic in lots of ways – the smoke adds flavour and helps preserve it”

Right and opposite page Fillets of salmon being cured with special salt and smoked using alder, sweetgale and heather

’ve been in the fish industry all my life. I started out working on fishing boats, landing white fish like haddock and cod, then came ashore for good just over 10 years ago to work the kilns here at Young’s in Fraserburgh. I took over from the previous master smoker, James, who passed on his knowledge to me back when I was a fresh-faced fisherman. He was incredibly skilled and had been managing the kilns for decades – it was his life’s work. Our kilns are like brick boxes used for smoking food. There’s a vent that brings in air to allow the fire to burn, and a fan at the top that helps draw that smoke through, while the salmon hangs inside. The smoke does two things to the meat: adds flavour and helps preserve it. I joke all the time that these kilns are magic, but they really are in lots of ways.

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They’re quite unassuming-looking and, left to their own devices, wouldn’t do very much at all. But by tinkering with a few different elements, they perform a kind of sorcery. Working the kilns is a hands-on job. They’re manned 24 hours a day, all year round. It’s a constant negotiation to make sure the fish are getting exactly the right treatment – there are so many variables to consider, from the size of the salmon to the weather outside. Asda’s Ultimate Blackthorn Cured Smoked Salmon is our newest product. To create it, we broke down each stage of the smoked salmon production process – from the curing and maturation to the smoking and slicing – so we could take each one to the next level. The process starts with the fresh salmon that comes to us from Scottish farms. We’re careful about only working with suppliers with solid sustainability credentials. That’s important not only for the welfare of the fish but also the environment – not to mention the overall quality of the end result. First, it’s cured with Blackthorn Salt, which is made on the west coast of Scotland by trickling seawater through a huge thorn tower that sits on the shoreline. It’s evaporated by coastal

Image: Stock Food

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winds before the concentrated brine is gently heated to create chunky salt crystals. We pack that onto the fish by hand and leave it to cure it for 12 hours. After being rinsed, it has another 12 hours of maturation to dry it out before it arrives with me to be smoked in the kilns. We thought carefully about what woods to use in the kilns – different woods give different flavours – and after much experimentation we settled on alder, sweetgale and heather. This mixture is a nod to the salmon’s natural habitat, as they’re trees and shrubs that grow on the banks of Scottish salmon rivers. This salmon is smoked for around 30 hours – more than double the time we would normally smoke salmon for – because these woods are subtle. You get a deeper, richer flavour without overpowering the delicate fish with smokiness. It’s how I like my salmon, with a more intense but balanced flavour. It’s exactly the kind I like to serve on blinis as canapés for Christmas – it’s what you need to balance mild-tasting blinis and cream cheese. Christmas is always busy for salmon smokers, and we’ve been preparing since the start of September. Our peak week rolls around in the middle of December, when we dispatch half of our yearly volume. It’s hectic!

When I’m buying smoked salmon, I’m looking for fish that’s firm and has a bright orangey-pink colour. It should yield into a buttery kind of texture on the tongue when you eat it, too. That’s how you tell a great-quality piece of salmon apart. ●

How to serve the perfect smoked salmon

For some, it has to be on a bagel for brunch. For others, it’s a mouthful on a blini as a canapé. But really, you can enjoy a slither of smoked salmon on pretty much any kind of bread or cracker. Smoked salmon is rich, oily, salty and smoky, so cream cheese is a great pairing because it’s fresh and cool. An earthy brown bread such as rye makes a perfect base – and its crunchy crust adds texture. Add a twist of black pepper, a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkling of chopped chives, parsley or dill for the final flourish. ASDA .COM | OCTOBER 2022 | 51

s ’ y o J Ki mSPOOKY SPECIAL

y l t s a Be s e k Ba Who better to kick off our Halloween special than the queen of kooky and spooky bakes, Kim-Joy? These fun new recipes from the Bake Off star will have you howling with delight...

Styling: Sarah Hardy Props: Ellis Parrinder

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love Halloween,” says Kim-Joy, a finalist in the 2018 series of The Great British Bake Off and perhaps its most lovable contestant to date. “It’s definitely cooler than Christmas and especially great for baking as you can get a bit messier.” If you’re not already familiar with her, Kim-Joy is known for playful bakes with bright colours and cartoony critters. Instead of obsessing over perfection, she prefers to experiment with flavours and dream up new designs. Since Bake Off, she’s channelled that talent into three bestselling cookbooks. “I get inspiration from everywhere,” she says. “I’m always screenshotting things,

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thinking how I could incorporate them into a bake. I might know that I want to put monsters on a cake, say, but I never know what that will look like until I get going. I love playing around and figuring out how it all comes together.” Kim-Joy’s back catalogue of Halloween bakes features everything from wobbly panna cotta eyeballs served with a splattering of strawberry-flavoured ‘blood’ to key slime pie, complete with green, squirmy meringue creatures. And she’s outdone herself again with these fun and spooky bakes exclusively for Asda Magazine. Fun and faff-free, they look seriously impressive and will take your Halloween spread to the next level.

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Destined to bake

Kim-Joy’s birthday falls on World Baking Day – 17 May – so her runaway success was written in the stars...

Ginger Spooky Bat Cake You only need two bowls to make this extremely soft, fluffy and moist cake! Decorate with your favourite sprinkles and customise with spooky-cute Oreo bats. Serves 20-24 | Ready in 1 hour 30 mins Faff | V EF d Spiced ginger cake • 450ml milk or plant-based milk • 21/2tsp white wine vinegar • 50g black treacle • 180g sunflower oil (or other neutral tasting oil) • 1 /2tsp salt • 1tsp vanilla extract • 400g self-raising flour • 310g soft dark brown sugar • 70g caster sugar • 11/2tbsp baking powder • 21/2tbsp ground ginger • 1tbsp ground cinnamon Buttercream • 375g butter or vegan butter (choose one that’s close to 80% fat, eg Flora unsalted or Violife), softened • 650g icing sugar • 1tbsp vanilla extract • 2-4tbsp of milk/plant-based milk • orange, green, red and blue Asda Natural Food Colouring For the ganache drip • 250g dark chocolate (chopped as small as possible) • 250ml double cream • Dr Oetker Extra Strong Black Food Colouring Gel Plus • Sprinkles of your choice • 1 pack of Cake Décor edible eyes • 1 x 154g pack Oreos (16 per pack) • Cake pop sticks or similar

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1 Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/ gas 5. Grease the bases and sides of two deep 20cm cake tins, and then line the bases with a circle of greaseproof baking paper. 2 To make the ginger cake, add the milk and white wine vinegar to a large mixing bowl and whisk together. Add the treacle, oil, salt and vanilla extract, then whisk again until combined. 3 In a separate large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients to the dry, and whisk until just combined. Divide equally between the two prepared tins, and bake for around 30-35 mins, or until springy on top and a knife inserted into the centre comes out clean. Leave them in their tins for 5 mins before running a knife around the edges and turning out on to cooling racks. Peel off the greaseproof baking paper and leave to cool. 4 While the cake’s are cooling, make the buttercream. Add the butter and icing sugar to a large mixing bowl, then use an electric whisk to beat until pale and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and milk to loosen to a spreadable consistency (you tend to need less milk – if any – if using plant-based butter), and whisk until well combined. Transfer about ¼ of the buttercream to a bowl and mix in half a tsp green food colouring. Spoon another ¼ into a separate bowl and add half a tsp blue food colouring and a drop of red to make it purple. Dye the remaining buttercream orange using half a tsp orange food colouring. This will result in a reasonably pastel colour. For a deeper colour, use gel food colouring (eg Dr Oetker Extra Strong Violet Food Colouring Gel). Don’t keep on adding liquid food colouring, as this will make the buttercream consistency too ‘sloppy’. 5 Once the cakes are completely cool, cut each horizontally in half so that you now have four cake layers. To

assemble, swipe a little orange buttercream on to your chosen serving plate/board, then place the first cake layer on top. Spread the purple buttercream in a layer on top, then place a second cake layer on top of that. Spread orange buttercream on top, followed by the third cake layer. Cover this with green buttercream and the final cake layer. Cover the tops and sides with the remaining orange buttercream, and smooth with a cake scraper/metal palette knife – run a metal scraper under hot water to help you get a smoother finish. Chill the cake at this stage if you can, but it will still be okay if you can’t. 6 To make the ganache, place the chopped chocolate into a heatproof bowl. Place the cream in a small pan and stir over medium heat until bubbles start to appear at the sides. Pour over all the chocolate and leave to sit for 2 mins, then stir until smooth and all the chocolate has melted. If any chocolate hasn’t melted, microwave this in 10-second bursts, stirring lots after each, or return the mixture briefly to the hob and stir constantly over a very low heat. Don’t let the chocolate get too hot! 7 Add black food colouring gel (see packaging for how much) to the ganache to colour, then leave to cool for 10-15 mins until it is a good dripping consistency – you need the icing to have some thickness so it holds the ‘drip’ shape. Use a spoon to cover the top of the cake in ganache and carefully push drips down the sides. 8 Scatter sprinkles around the base of the cake and slightly up the sides. Each 132g portion contains Energy 2,464kJ 589kcal 29%

Fat 32.1g High 46%

Sat Fat 15.5g High 78%

Sugars 53.3g High 59%

Salt 0.87g Med 14%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 1865kJ/446kcals

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Take a bite

You can snack on the small bit of leftover Oreo from each bat!

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HOW TO MAKE THE BATS Twist an Oreo cookie to split it – you’ll have one piece with filling, one without. Cut the plain biscuit piece in half and press on to the piece with the cream filling so that it looks like bat wings. Spoon leftover buttercream on top. Place a cake pop stick in the centre. Split another Oreo and press on the half that has the filling to complete. Stick on the eyes with ganache. Stick into the top of the cake at different heights so that they look like they’re flying.

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Make mad monsters!

Use different piping tips to create fancy effects when squidging out your monsters.

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Monster’s Lair Cake Transform a pair of shop-bought Asda Celebration Cakes into a magnificent monster cake, using minimal effort but with maximum impact! It’s impossible to go wrong with the monsters you create, and adults and kids alike will love getting involved to see what kind of shapes they can come up with. Serves 32 | Ready in 1 hour 40 mins Faff | V d • 2 x Asda Mega Chocolate Celebration Cake • 1 tub Betty Crocker Tempting Chocolate Icing • 1 pack of Cake Décor edible eyes For the monster meringues (If you don’t have time to make these from scratch, use shop-bought meringues and break these into monster shapes instead! You can paint them with food dyes mixed with a small amount of water) • 3 egg whites • 210g caster sugar • Dr Oetker Extra Strong Food Colouring Gel – green, yellow, orange 1 If you’re making the meringues, first line two baking trays with baking paper and preheat the oven to 110°C/90°C fan/ gas ¼ . Add the egg white to a clean and grease-free, large mixing bowl. Whisk on high speed until you have soft peaks, then add 1tbsp of sugar and whisk to stiff peaks. Continue adding a tbsp of sugar at a time, whisking for about

30 seconds to a minute after each addition. It’s important to add the sugar gradually so that it all dissolves. 2 When all the sugar has been incorporated and the meringue looks glossy and has stiff peaks, divide it between three different bowls. Add a drop of different food gel to each bowl and stir through so that you have three bowls of different-coloured meringue mixture: yellow, orange and green. If you want a brighter colour add another drop or two until you’re happy. 3. Put the mixture into different piping bags, and cut the tips to create openings. You can cut some small, and some larger, depending on what monster shapes you want to create. Experiment and create monster shapes in many different ways, but here are some starting ideas. To create worm shapes, squeeze the piping bag to make a round shape, then stop squeezing while pulling back, and squeeze again so that you create the ridge in between. Keep going until your worm is as long as you like, then pull upwards to create the antenna on the head of the worm. You can also pipe simple meringue kisses and make a pinching motion with your fingers to create arms or spikey monsters. You can also pipe snake-like shapes, or pipe in a swirling motion while moving upwards. Make sure you have some small/flatter meringues, as these work best between the cake layers. 4 Bake for 1 hour, or until the meringues are dry and lift cleanly off the baking paper. Note: very large meringues may need an extra half an hour. 5 Meanwhile, assemble the cake. Cut each Asda cake horizontally in half, so that you now have four cake layers. Two of the layers will be from the tops of the

cakes, so these will have a slight dome and already have icing and chocolate shavings on them. Scrape off the chocolate shavings (you can snack on these while you work!), but keep the icing. Spread a small amount of chocolate icing on to your chosen serving plate, then place a cake layer on top. Spread more icing over this layer – making sure you put extra on if it’s not one of the top layers that already has a lot more! Place another cake layer on top, and repeat until you have a stack of all four layers, with icing in between each. Just leave a tiny amount of icing for sticking on edible eyes later. The domed cake layers will create more of a space between the layers, and this is useful when decorating with monsters. 6 Once the meringues are baked and cool, arrange these in between the cake layers and peeking out, and some on top stacked on top of each other. Stick on the edible eyes as you go along placing the monsters on the cake, using a little leftover icing to attach. You can also add edible eyes to the icing in between the cake layers, to look like monsters peering out from the darkness. Each 80g portion contains Energy 1,331kJ 317kcal 16%

Fat 13.4g Med 19%

Sat Fat 2.7g Med 14%

Sugars 33.5g High 37%

Salt 0.27g Med 4%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 1670kJ/398kcals

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Take the biscuit

Get creative with all sorts of biscuits that you might have lying around in your cupboards, not necessarily just the ones listed here!

Marshmallow Witches Get witch-CRAFTY by getting your favourite treats out and experimenting with making some marshmallow witches. The whole family will love getting involved and seeing who can create the most spellbinding witch! Serves Make as many or as few as you like. Remaining ingredients can be kept for potential trick or treaters, or just treats for you and the family. Ready in 10 mins | d Faff • 1 x 400g tub Asda Chocolate Flavour Frosting • 1 x 200g Asda Marshmallow Sweets • 1 x 40g pack of Asda Rainbow Laces • 1 x 154g pack of Oreos Original Biscuits (contains 16) • 1 x 95g pack McVitie’s Choc Gems Milk Chocolate Topped Biscuits • 1 pack of Cake Décor edible eyes • Your choice of sprinkles • 1 pack of Oreo Mini Chocolate Sandwich Biscuits Optional • 1 pack Lajkonik Paluszki Salted Sticks • 2 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

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1 To make one witch, spoon a small blob of chocolate frosting on top of a marshmallow. Break a rainbow lace into shorter lengths, and stick into the frosting to hang down like hair. 2 Place an original Oreo on top, then use a little more chocolate frosting to stick a mini Oreo biscuit on top, and then a little more frosting to stick on a McVitie’s Choc Gem to finish the hat. Cover the gem in sprinkles. 3 Use a little chocolate frosting to stick on the edible eyes, then draw a mouth by dipping a toothpick (or similar) into the frosting and spreading it on to the marshmallow. Optional: If you want more control, put a little frosting into a piping bag, cut the tip, and use to pipe mouths. Each 33g portion (1 witch) contains Energy 595kJ 141kcal 7%

Fat 4.7g Med 7%

Sat Fat 1.8g High 9%

Sugars 15.5g High 17%

Salt 0.17g Med 3%

of your reference intake Typical energy value per 100g 1777kJ/422kcals

More creative ideas: 1 Create different-sized witches by cutting marshmallows so that they’re shorter, or stacking two or three marshmallows on top of each other. 2 Make the witch hats taller by using more mini Oreo biscuits. 3 Add salted stick arms to some witches by sticking them into the marshmallow, and make a broomstick by using the same salted sticks, attaching with the chocolate frosting. 4 To make the cauldron, arrange some green laces on top of a Reese’s cup and add some edible eyes.

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o t e r da a r e SPOOKY SPECIAL

Mix our ready-made Halloween treats with simple recipes (next page) for a terrifyingly tempting Halloween platter RECIPES GABRIELL A ENGLISH PHOTOGRAPHS CHRIS KIRKHAM FOR THG STUDIOS

Yummy Mummy Donuts, £1.35 (2-pack)

Apple rescue

Rub the exposed flesh of the apple with a little lemon juice to stop it from browning.

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Candy Apples Available in store

Styling: Kate Philips, Alison Nicholls & Katie Parkins

Millipede Cake, £6 (serves 12)

Asda Halloween Cupcakes, £4 (9-pack)

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Banana mummies

Makes 14 | Ready in 30 mins, plus chilling Faff factor

Apple teeth

Makes 24 | Ready in 15 mins Faff factor Cut 6 Granny Smith apples into quarters. Remove the core and seeds from each quarter. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slice horizontally out of the skin side of each quarter to resemble a mouth shape as in the photos. Add 5 mini marshmallows to each to resemble teeth. Add 1tbsp runny honey to a bowl. Taking one Cake Decor Edible Eyes Sugar Shaped Decoration at a time (you will need 48 in total), dip the flat side into the honey and stick on to the top part of the apple as in the photos and serve. It’ll be love at first bite!

Fruity eyeballs

Melt 300g dark chocolate in a small heatproof bowl set over a small pan of barely simmering water, making sure the base of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir until the chocolate is melted. Peel 7 bananas and halve widthways. Lay a sheet of greaseproof paper on a flat tray. Push a fork into the end of one of the banana halves and dip the banana into the chocolate, turning until the banana is coated. Lift out and let the excess chocolate drip off. Transfer to the greaseproof paper, remove the fork and stick a cocktail stick into the cut side of each one. Melt 100g white chocolate chips in the same way as above. Dot each banana with two Cake Decor Edible Eyes Sugar Shaped Decorations about two thirds of the way up the banana (you will need 28 eyes). Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag and drizzle over the bananas. Chill until firm (about 20 mins) and serve.

Scary strawbs

Makes 18 | Ready in 15 mins Faff factor Melt 100g white chocolate chips in a small heatproof bowl set over a small pan of barely simmering water, making sure the base of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir until the chocolate is melted. Lay a 600g pack Asda Strawberries on a sheet of greaseproof paper. Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag or a sandwich bag (snipping a small hole in the corner of the bag) and drizzle over the strawberries. Dot each strawberry with two Cake Decor Edible Eyes Sugar Shaped Decorations (you will need about 36 in total). Make sure you leave the white chocolate to firm up before serving.

Satsuma pumpkins

Makes 20 | Ready in 10 mins Faff factor

Makes 8 | Ready in 10 mins Faff factor

Using a sharp knife, cut the end of 20 green grapes so that you have a flat side to stand them on. Taking the tip of the knife, cut into the other end of the grapes so that you have a hole big enough for blueberries. Push 20 defrosted frozen blueberries into the holes and stand on the flat side. Watch as they get gobbled up…

Peel 8 satsumas, keeping them whole. Cut a Granny Smith apple in half, removing the core and seeds. Cut thin strips, keeping the green skin on, so you have thin finger length sticks. Place them in the centre of the satsumas with the green skin pointing forward.

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Get

n e k sha up! SPOOKY SPECIAL

We’re going all out on the ghoulish garnishes this Halloween to create some truly showstopping creations. Dust the cobwebs off that cocktail shaker and let’s get shaking… RECIPES MIRIAM NICE PHOTOGRAPHS CHRIS KIRKHAM FOR THG STUDIOS

Get the kit

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Creepy Cosmopolitan

Enjoy this eerie cosmo with delicate and spooky lychee and citrus. Serves 1 | Ready in 5 mins

Pour 50ml vodka, 2tsp triple sec, 1½tbsp lychee juice, 2tsp cranberry juice, 2tsp lime juice and a handful of ice into a cocktail shaker and shake until the shaker is extremely cold. Strain into a martini glass, coupe or tumbler. Garnish with 1 fresh peeled lychee or 1 black cherry from a can, skewered on a cocktail stick and a couple of strawberry laces, if you dare…

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SPOOK Y SPECIAL C R E E P Y C O C K TA I L S

Monster Mojito

Try this ghoulish twist on a Mojito full of chunks of fruit, grapes and things that go bump in the night. Serves 1 | Ready in 10 mins

Haunted mulled gin

Seasonal pear meets the ghostly warmth of ginger, coriander and clove in this frightfully cosy autumnal sipper. Serves 1 | Ready in 10 mins Tip 25ml gin into the base of a mug or heatproof glass and set aside. Pour 100ml pear juice (fresh or from a can of pear halves in juice), 1 slice of lemon, 1 clove, 1 slice of root ginger, 3 coriander seeds and 1tsp honey into a saucepan and warm through until simmering. Strain into the prepared mug or glass to serve. Garnish with a piece of fresh or canned pear cut in half and placed largest side up with 2 cloves as eyes to make a screaming ghost. Drop into the mulled gin to serve.

Styling: Kate Philips, Alison Nicholls & Katie Parkins

Place 1 lime, chopped into chunks, and 1tsp granulated sugar in the bottom of a jug and, using a cocktail muddler or end of a wooden spoon, mix them all around, crushing the lime pieces lightly to release the lime juice and dissolve the sugar. Strain the mixture into a tall glass then add a small handful of mint leaves and 50ml white rum. Mix gently to lightly bruise the mint. Add a handful of ice, a few pieces of melon and grape (try the Asda Snowball Melon & Sable Grape mix) and then top up with sparkling water (around 150ml), to taste. Add a sprig of mint and 3-4 Asda Edible Eyes to garnish.

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Trick ‘mockarita’

This drink is a trick and a treat – with flavours of sweet fruit, sour sherbet and a prickle of chilli heat, you won’t believe it’s alcohol free. Serves 1 | Ready in 10 mins Start by making the garnish. Put 1tsp sea salt, pinch ground coriander and 2 crushed lemon sherbet sweets on a plate and mix together. Brush a little honey on the rim of your tumbler and dip into the salt-sweet mix to coat. Set aside. Put 50ml tropical juice, 25ml lime juice, 1tsp honey, 1tsp cider vinegar, a slice of green chilli, a pinch of ground coriander and ¼tsp vanilla extract into a shaker with a large handful of ice. Shake well until the shaker feels really cold, then fine strain into the prepared glass along with some fresh ice cubes. Garnish with a slice of green chilli and serve.

Pumpkin-spiced Old Fashioned Summon those delicious and rich pumpkin spice flavours in this Halloween take on an Old Fashioned, complete with a peachy pumpkin. Serves 1 (with leftover syrup) | Ready in 15 mins Start by making the pumpkin spice syrup. Tip 100g soft brown dark sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, ½tsp ground ginger, 2 cloves, 1tsp ground allspice, ½tsp ground nutmeg and 100ml water in a small saucepan. Heat gently until simmering and the sugar has dissolved – be careful as the mixture can bubble up a little. Strain into a heatproof measuring jug and make it up with water to 200ml. Leave to cool. Use the tip of a knife to carve a spooky face out of the rounded side of 1 peach or apricot to look like a pumpkin lantern if you like, then set aside. To make the cocktail put 50ml of the spiced syrup into a cocktail shaker with 50ml bourbon, a few drops of angostura bitters and a handful of ice. Shake well then strain into an ice-filled tumbler. Add your fruit ‘pumpkin’ to serve.

I’m nonalcoholic!

We love this fruity take on the classic.

If you look under 25 and want to buy alcohol you will need to prove your age. Challenge 25. No I.D. No sale. You must be 18 or over to purchase alcohol.

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Witch? Vampire? Or… Captain America? Take dressing-up to the next dimension with screamingly fun costumes and decorations PHOTOGRAPHS CHRIS KIRKHAM FOR THG STUDIOS

Styling: Alison Nicholls & Katie Parkins

Marvel’s finest heroes and spiderweb-clad witches unite on one night of the year for a shared purpose: filling those Halloween buckets to the brim. After a solid shift of trick or treating and completed sweet inventory, only one task remains – deciding who’s going to tell the keen four-legged vampire he’s not allowed in on the loot.

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(Spooky outfits, from left) Captain America Zombie, from £17; Value Witch, £6; Girl’s Minnie Mouse Vampiress (from £15); (Also from left) Keep Out Sign, £1; Caution Tape 3PK, £1; Disney Treat Bucket, £4; Ghost, £1 Halloween outfits, and Halloween products listed, online exclusives. Delivery charge may apply. UK delivery only. Dog outfit not available. All other accessories not available.

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If you’re less about dressing up and more about dressing down for Halloween, get comfy in some festive PJs (matching sets for the whole family are obligatory) and watch a spooky movie. Just don’t let the group scaredy cat hold the popcorn. (That is, unless you want to use the clean up as an excuse to hide behind the sofa.)

Outfits: Boy’s Family of Disney Pumpkin Pajamas, £10; Women’s Family of Disney Pumpkin Pajamas, £14; Men’s Family of Disney Pumpkin Pajamas, £14; Girl’s Family Of Disney Pumpkin Pajamas, £10; (There is also a set of Baby’s Family of Disney Pumpkin Pajamas, £8.50, not shown in this picture) On the table: Large Bowl, £1; Pumpkin Shaped Bowl, £3; Pumpkin Ceramic Candle, £5; Disney Mug – Mickey, £4; Tumbler, £1; Disney Mug – Minnie, £4; On the shelves: Small Rattan Pumpkin, £5; Large Rattan Pumpkin, £7; Paper Chains, £1 70 | ASDA MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2022

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Get crafty Have fun with some crafty Halloween ideas to decorate your home with – enjoy a good pumpkin carving session, or paint some ghoulish table decorations!

Pumpkin Serving Bowl, £12; Boy’s Mickey Mouse Vampire oufit, from £15; Men’s Mickey Mouse Vampire outfit, £18

Women’s Pumpkin Sweater, £12; Girl’s Pumpkin Sweater, from £4; Adult Bunting, £1; Wood Paint Set, £2

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Keep it in the family with matching creepy clown outfits and let the (hideous) laughs keep coming…

Boy’s Clown Dress Up, from £12; Girl’s Clown Dress Up, from £12; Men’s’ Clown Dress Up, £16 (as shown on both the man and woman* here); Cauldron, £1

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Halloween outfits, and Halloween products listed, online exclusives. Delivery charge may apply. UK delivery only. *There is also a Women’s Clown Dress Up, £12 – not shown.

Get the look The latest must-haves for your home and wardrobe

Give ’em pumpkin to talk about What better way to add a splash of autumnal colour to afternoon tea than with this cute, limited edition pumpkin teapot? All you need now is a suitable piece of cake (page 52) and you’re sorted. Pumpkin teapot, £8

Teapot online exclusive. Delivery charge may apply. UK delivery only.

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Start here! Settle down for an emotional ride with this much-acclaimed sequel. It Starts with Us, (hardback), £7

Autumn wreath Decorate your home with an intricate floral wreath of artificial flowers in autumn shades. Wreath, £18

Luscious locks Treat yourself to some moistureboosting, vitamin E-enriched haircare. Monday Conditioner, £5

edit TH E

Heaven scent Need some va-va-voom? White mint and eucalyptus will give you a zap. Invigorating room spray, £3

Cast your eye over some of our autumn-inspired must-haves to pick up in store. No tricks here. It’s all about treats… WORDS REBECCA DENNE

’S EDITOR

FAVE!

Graphic fantastic This beautiful cushion is serving Miami Vice vibes – perfect to elevate a block colour sofa or chair. Cushion, £10

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All about Bono The sweetest thing? Who knows. A cracking autobiography? Definitely. Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story, £13

And, breathe… Create a moment of zen in any room of the home. Whale music encouraged… Ultrasonic oil mist diffuser, £18

T H E E D IT O C TO B E R

GREATE VALU

Shine bright Hydrate your complexion with a dose of awarding-winning radiance. Brightening Vitamin C Serum, £2.30

Roarsome tableware You’ll go wild for this leopard print range – G&Ts never looked better. Animal glassware, from £7 a pair

Fall for it Add a splash of pumpkin orange to your home with this cute pillow. Snuggle season cushion, £8

Light me up Light up a corner of your house with this cluster of pretty tealight holders. Tealight holders, £12

The fairest of them all Neutral colours are very on trend right now. And there’s no such thing as too many mirrors: fact. Mirror, £15

Love me knot Channel your inner sailor with this nautical piece for your home. Sandglazed decorative knot, £6

Super-soft pumpkin This adorable plush cushion would look at home in any lounge. White pumpkin cushion, £15

Bunch of beauties Fun, fluffy, floral ornaments – perfect for a hallstand or sideboard. Artificial bunny tails in vase, £12

Stripe it lucky Bring the lively animal kingdom to a bathroom near you. Zebra towels, from £4.50

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Below, from right: Blue Tufted Arc Throw, £15; Grey Marble Cushion, £8; Blue Tufted Semicircle Cushion, £10; Ceramic Speckle Bowl, £8; Wooden Beaded Tray, £9; Tortoise Lamp, £14; Grey Pampas in Vase, £14

Autumn’s

new moods How are you feeling today? Get all the right vibes with this season’s most harmonious homewares

Catching feels

Strokeable fabrics can be real mood boosters – try mixing up velvet, faux fur and felt cushions.

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G E T T H E LO O K HOMES

In the mood for

Calm

Let’s be honest, we could all use a little more tranquillity in our busy lives. So this autumn, relax into soothing shades of white, cream, blue and grey – all gentle tones that will happily sit next to each other. Comfort is key to getting this look right, so accessorise with soft cushions and textured fabrics, then up the chill-out vibes with cool, calming ceramics and shapes that have a natural flow.

Did you know?

We’re working with the Better Cotton Initiative to ensure all our cotton is sustainably sourced.

Above: Moonlight Duvet Set, £12; Crochet Grey Star Cushion, £10; Sky Full of Stars Cushion, £8; Framed Prints, £20 (3 pictured from set of 5) Far left: Blue Reactive Glaze Dinner Set, £34 (12-piece): Ribbed Gin Glass, £8 (2-pack); Ribbed Wine Glass, £7 (2-pack); Ribbed Hiball, £6 (2-pack) Left: Navy Dispenser, £5; Navy Tumbler, £3; Relax Large Reed Diffuser, £7.50; Ceramic Speckle Bowl, £8 Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com/minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Online products, delivery charge may apply. UK delivery only.

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In the mood for

Adventure The summer hols may be a distant memory, but you can still embrace the exotic with homewares that whisper of foreign climes. Think vintage jungle and animal prints, and quirky vases and lampshades with a ‘discovered on my travels’ feel. Pair darker neutral tones with colour pops of rose and red for a timeless look.

ETOW N RE S IN Palm Canvas, £12; Black Console Table, £50; Meshwork Shade, £40; Black Arch Vase, £12; Dried Floral Dome, £10; Glass Bowl Vase, £14; Knot Ornament, £6; Classics Black/Gold Gift Set (candle not pictured) £7.50; Tropical Leaf Cushion, £10; Also left: Zebra Dispenser, £5; Zebra Tumbler, £3; Midnight Peony & Leather Reed Diffuser, £9 78 | ASDA MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2022

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In the mood for

Fun!

There’s one simple rule for this trend: if it makes you grin, it’s in. Zingy colours, mood-boosting slogans and playful shapes – if they bring a smile to your face on a wet October day, they’re worth every penny. Pick a colour palette (mustard yellow goes with everything) to keep it classy.

EWE N IN STOR

Poppy Stripe Duvet Set, £12 (double); Welcoming Round Geo Duvet Set, £12 (double); Knitted Love Cushion, £11; Happy Battery Light, £12; Rainbow Book Ends, £14; Pumpkin Hanging Sign, £6

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Let there be light The nights have drawn in and the clocks gone back, but if you get your lighting just right, autumn can be the cosiest season WORDS NICK Y R AMPLEY- CL ARKE PHOTOGRAPHS STEVE SAYERS

utumn is our secret favourite season. The darker, colder months bring comfort-food dishes and box-set binges, but also a chance to cosy up your home, starting with your lighting. By switching it up – everything from ceiling pendants to bedside lamps – you can transform your rooms, quickly, easily and all without breaking the bank. Start by thinking about how you use each space and the mood you want to create – remember, there are multiple zones in single rooms, such as a workspace and a dining area in a kitchen, for example. Perhaps you desire focus and concentration in a home office, or calm and serenity in a bedroom? Here, we’ve rounded-up the brightest ideas from in store to help you shine a light on things.

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Office elegance Origami Table Lamp, £28 The origami* design of the white paper shade adds instant style to your home office space – and you can pair with a matching pendant shade above right.

Light a corner Black Bulb Floor Lamp, £32 Tap into the exposed bulb trend with this sleek and stylish beauty in matt black – easily move to light up different corners.

G E T T H E LO O K L I G H T S

Try the organic look Natural Rattan Wicker Shade, £25 Rattan is having a moment, and this sustainable wicker shade is bang-on, bringing beachside cool to urban dwellings.

Small and mighty Table Lamp, Mid Grey, £6.50 This subtle little charmer adds a glow of light just where you need it.

Just for fun Black Ribbed Touch Light with Linen Shade, £15 This light combines a smart black base with a quirky polka-dot shade, bringing the party to any room.

Monochrome magic Matt Organic Shape White Table Lamp, £18 A sand-blasted base gives a natural appeal while the plain black shade keeps things simple up-top.

Urban chic Black Tripod Floor Lamp, £60 This industrial-style floor lamp is a great statement piece and a cool contrast to the organic rattan shade.

Hands-on Milky Tortoise Shell Battery Light, £14 A battery-operated lamp, so nothing will dull its shine; a gold base and tortoise shell-inspired glass add style.

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All Winter is coming and it’s time to layer up. George has you covered with our new season coats, from £24… PHOTOGRAPHY STEVE SAYERS

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W I N T E R C OAT S O C TO B E R

Perfect puffers Nothing says ‘crisp country walk’ quite like a classic quilted puffer teamed with sneakers – or Wellies! Sunday pub lunch, anyone?

wrapped

ONLY

Stylist: Lucy Mulliner Make up artist: Ami Penfold

£34

Left to right: LL Borg Coat (£38) is the ultimate soft cover-up. Black Faux Fur Trim Padded Longline Coat (£40) with drawstring detail. Also available in khaki and grey. Orange Padded Short Coat (£34) features wadding made from recyced materials. Also available in blue and beige. Navy Onion Quilted Longline Coat (£40), available in cream. Coats online exclusive. Other clothes accessories also available online. Jewellery accessories not available. Delivery charge may apply. UK delivery only.

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Faux for it!

The key to pulling off faux fur – one of the season’s key trends – is less is more. Keep the rest of your look simple.

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Coats online exclusive. Other clothes accessories also available online. Jewellery accessories not available. Delivery charge may apply. UK delivery only.

Feel good Wellbeing trends and inspiring ideas for October

Show you care At Asda Tickled Pink, we’re raising funds for breast cancer treatments, education and support. Together, we’re putting breast cancer awareness on everyone’s list. Pick up one of three T-shirts in store and online – each with an inspiring quote from three amazing women living with breast cancer. See more on page 90. Tickled Pink T-shirt, £8

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MOOD BOOSTER It’s important to hit our five-a-day quota, but researchers at Aston University say fruit is especially good for us – particularly our psychological health. So it’s time to get more fruit into our diets – and, according to the Aston study, raw is best. Top porridge with berries, sliced fruits like apples and pears into autumnal salads, and add some fruit to snacks and desserts.

Live your best... OCTOBER

Enjoy an awesome autumn with these feel-great tips from the experts WORDS JESSICA CARTER

TAKE

MINUTES

A technique from yoga teacher Sophie Phillips (yogalions.co.uk) to release physical tension and settle the nervous system. Find a comfortable seated position, hands on lap. Sit tall through the spine and relax the shoulders. Soften the forehead and jaw, dropping the tongue. Take a long breath in through the nose, slowly let it go through the mouth. Inhale again in the same way while thinking ‘I am’ and breathe out thinking ‘here now’. Repeat as you like; remind yourself that you are calm and in control in this present moment. When ready, allow your breathing to return to normal, and open your eyes.

Did you know? Showing kindness is scientifically proven to help us look younger...

Doing kind deeds produces oxytocin, and research shows that people with higher levels of this feel-good hormone have more youthful-looking skin – even if they’ve not looked after it as well as they could have. One study found that practising a specific loving-kindness meditation slowed the aging of cells in participants. Let’s update that skincare routine…

LI V E YO U R B E S T… O C TO B E R

IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP

The clocks changing can ruin sleep routines and affect our health. Here are five ways to get better zzzs this autumn.

BETTER YOUR BEDROOM Think about the noise, temperature and light levels of the space you sleep in. Slightly cool and dark conditions will help you nod off. Try Asda’s Travel Essential Eye Mask to block out light.

PRIORITISE UNWINDING A relaxing pre-sleep routine will get your brain ready for the land of nod. Even 15 minutes in a bath, reading a book or chilling with a herbal tea (we love Pukka’s Night Time Tea with lavender and chamomile) before bed could help.

FOCUS ON…

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VITAMIN D “At this time of year, taking vitamin D supplements is a really good idea,” says Asda nutritionist, Sophie Rose. “Unlike other vitamins, it can actually be made in the body, but only when our skin is exposed to sunlight.” Given the sun spends much of its time behind thick cloud in autumn and winter, we need some extra help. “You can boost vitamin D by eating foods like oily fish, eggs and fortified breakfast cereals or spreads, but it’s still recommended that all adults and children over five take a daily 10µg supplement between October and March.” Important for healthy bones and muscles, vitamin D also supports immune function and may even help regulate our mood.

CHECK YOUR DIET Certain foods can be beneficial for bedtime. Almonds and cherries contain melatonin*, which contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep, while you should stay away from sugar, caffeine and alcohol in the evenings – all no-nos before bedtime.

LET THE LIGHT IN Sunlight helps regulate your body’s day and night cycles, so try and expose yourself to plenty of it in the daytime – and hopefully you’ll find it easier to slip off when night falls.

TAKE A DIGITAL DETOX Screens can be detrimental to our sleep, causing our minds to whirr instead of wind down. Put your phone and laptop away half an hour before bedtime – you can do it. *Must contain at least 1 mg of melatonin per quantified portion, and must be taken close to bedtime.

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S M A LL C H A N G E , B I G D I F F E R E N C E

Get to know your

money dials Ever questioned the way you spend? Here’s how the idea of ‘money dials’ can help you prioritise what really matters to you WORDS CHERYL FREEDMAN

eeling the pinch? You’re not alone – nearly 90% of us reported an increase in our living costs earlier this year. But there are ways to manage your spending so you feel more in control – even when prices are rising. Identifying your ‘money dials’ – put simply, what you love spending your cash on – is a start. Money dials can help you determine the things that matter most to you in life and ensure your spending behaviour is in line with your true values.

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S M A LL C H A N G E , B I G D I F F E R E N C E MONEY DIALS

The basics

A money dial is a spending habit that makes you feel happier, excited or more fulfilled. They’re called ‘dials’ because you can turn them up or down as your funds allow. Your dial depends on you – your passions, drives – not anyone else or what you think you should be spending on. ‘Each money dial is a value,’ says certified money coach Fanny Snaith (fannysnaith.com). ‘It’s about knowing yourself.’ Sometimes we become mismatched with our true values, so what’s important to us in life and how we spend are not aligned.

Why dials work

Money dials help you spend more ‘consciously’ – budgeting more for what you love and cutting back on what’s less important – basics such as food, bills or transport aside. They remove ‘guilt’ about ‘wasting money’ – you love fashion, your friend prefers saving for holidays – that’s OK, we’re all different. ‘If you treat what you value as a guilty pleasure it takes the shine off it,’ adds Snaith. Even with tight budgets, you know which ‘must-haves’ to prioritise. You feel happier as you’re living more authentically. You lose ‘false’ happiness habits, eg frittering money on takeaways, when home-cooked meals can be more nourishing and tastier. You stop ‘denying yourself’. ‘When people budget, they slash everything of pleasure,’ says Snaith. ‘You go into a place of “lack”, feel sorry for yourself and can end up blowing it all.’

Images: Getty

Dials in action

Let’s try an example: let’s say Lucy’s money dial is ‘travel’. However, she needs to adjust her outgoings as her gas bill has shot up this month.

Dial up: To keep spending on travel, Lucy could: Swap regularly dining out for special meals she makes at home. Cut down on new clothes, reusing what she has or buying sale items. Consider downsizing, or renting out a spare room. Dial down: Lucy could make travel more affordable by: Looking into house or pet sitting, investigating ‘home swaps’ or staying with friends in far-flung places. Sticking to self-catering to keep costs down while she’s away. Trying camping or shared accommodation. Buying budget beach and travel gear rather than pricier branded goods.

THE MAIN MONEY DIALS

US author and money guru Ramit Sethi (iwillteachyoutoberich.com), who coined the concept, has identified 10 key money dials: CONVENIENCE Eating ready meals, grocery deliveries or taxis, are important: time is precious. TRAVEL Holidays or trips away are worth saving up for – a common dial says Sethi. HEALTH/FITNESS You cook meals from scratch with fresh, nutritious ingredients and your gym membership is a must. EXPERIENCES Doing things you’ll remember – like theatre trips, live concerts – lift you up more than material possessions. FREEDOM Work part-time or take six months out and sacrifice income for a simpler life. RELATIONSHIPS A night out with friends or your partner is worth every penny, or renting or buying a house close to family. GENEROSITY You love it when friends appreciate a birthday gift, and you give often to charities. LUXURY You love the finer things – silk sheets, or a bottle of Asda Extra Special wine. SELF-IMPROVEMENT Learning new things brings you joy, and new courses are a must. SOCIAL STATUS Designer labels or sports cars bring joy.

TRY IT FOR YOURSELF

Still not sure what your money dial is? The key is being honest. Ask yourself… • What gives me joy, and makes me ‘light up’? • What do I need more time for? • What would I do if I had a free day tomorrow? • What things did I spend on recently that lifted my mood? • What ‘happy’ habits/hobbies have I neglected? • What might I regret not doing in the future? • If someone gave me £1,000, which dial would I spend it on?

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Think pink! It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month – which means a chance to support our life-changing, boob-checking Tickled Pink campaign. Asda charity lead Jo Warner has the feels... INTERVIEW RACHAEL STILES PHOTOGRAPHS JO DENISON

What is Tickled Pink all about? It is a partnership between Asda and two breast cancer charities, CoppaFeel! and Breast Cancer Now. It was created in 1996, when a colleague lobbied the business to get behind supporting breast cancer as an issue. Back then, around 37,000 women a year were diagnosed with breast cancer. That has risen to 55,000 a year in 2022. We all need to be talking about it.

have millions of customers shopping with us each week, so we use our stores and our products for visibility and messaging – on our changing room mirrors, lingerie labels, period products, pharmacy bags and receipts. You may have seen Asda home delivery vans with ‘breast check’ messages. They’re disruptive and very pink. Watch out for our brand-new awareness campaign, The Real Self Checkout, in store during October.

What does Tickled Pink actually do? Through the generosity of our customers and colleagues we have raised £77m to date, and we want to raise £100m by 2026. We focus on awareness-raising, not just on breast cancer, but how everyone should get to know their boobs and pecs. If they notice something that’s unusual for them, they should see a GP as soon as possible. Our research has found that 30% of our customers have never checked themselves. But 40% do it regularly, so that’s positive. We

Why is this so close to your heart? I lead all of Asda’s charity partnerships – it’s the best job! But I also have had my own experience of breast cancer. My two sisters have had it too. We were all in our twenties – there’s a strong family history – so it is very important to me and I’ve seen first-hand the benefit of an early diagnosis. I get to work with an amazing team to come up with engaging, disruptive campaigns, so that more people know checking is something that should be part of their routine, and could save their life.

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T I C K LE D P I N K B E AT I N G B R E A S T C A N C E R

Meet Jo!

She’s our Senior Director of Corporate Responsibility & ESG

We have funded over

500,000

hours of research, leading to 400 world-class scientific discoveries for treatments.

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Creating our T-shirt slogans For this year’s Tickled Pink T-shirts, a panel of inspiring women living with breast cancer shared the meaningful, positive or empowering slogans that personally helped them through their breast cancer journey. One of them is Mikki, 30, who lives with incurable, secondary breast cancer. Her slogan ‘Grow through what you go through’ is shown on the previous page. Mikki says: “Despite the issues, I am very positive and hopeful and just try to make the most of life. With my health, travelling can be difficult, so I’m trying to stay in as many counties in the UK as possible, in as many types of accommodation (a converted bus is next on my list!) and have as many animal encounters as possible. What’s important to me is making memories and having fun with the people I love.”

CoppaFeel!

We meet Natalie Haskell, CEO of the breast cancer awareness charity

How can people get involved? By getting to know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, checking your chest regularly and encouraging friends and family to do the same. There are lots of resources online, such as on Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel!’s websites where you can find information. The other way to help is to donate (either online, or in store during October) or by buying one of our pink products or a Tickled Pink T-shirt. You can even volunteer at our national bucket collection which is taking place on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 October. You can sign up to your local store here: breastcancernow.org/asda-bucket-collection

How else can people support Tickled Pink? During Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, you’ll see a lot of Tickled Pink messaging around our stores, websites and social media. We want to be very visible. During October, we, along with our supportive suppliers, turn the receipts pink and we have all sorts of products that we’ve turned pink, from chocolate to toiletries, always with a donation to our charity partners. We also have a bouquet that is available year round. So, when you do your next shop, please opt for the pink version!

What makes the T-shirts special this year? George always does such a great job of finding a product that will raise lots of money. This year, the T-shirts have inspirational quotes, and the colours are

Everyone affected by breast cancer can turn to Breast Cancer Now for support. To find a free support service near you visit breastcancernow.org/services or call our Helpline on 0808 800 6000.

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lovely. We want them to be wearable and not date, so they’re something to keep for years.

The Rimmel 60second Nail Polish and the Asda Extra Special Rhubarb & Ginger Non Alcoholic Botanical Drink will be donated to Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel!. These donations will be divided at a 70/30 split to Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel! respectively.

At CoppaFeel!, we want to make everyone breast-aware at a younger age, so they are in a better place to get to know their boobs and pecs. We do this by encouraging young people to have a look and feel of their body to build up that familiarity. We educate them on the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and empower them to speak to their GP if they notice anything new or unusual. With funding from Asda Tickled Pink, we have been able to reach over four million young people with our ‘Know Yourself’ campaign, and have seen an extra 200,000 young people checking their chests regularly. To become a checking champion yourself, you can use the CoppaFeel! selfcheckout app (see selfcheckout.coppafeel. org) and text ASDA to 82228 to get a free monthly reminder to check your boobs, pecs or chest regularly.

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B R E A K FA ST WITH C H A M PI O N S

“I wasn’t aware of the extent of work that food banks do” Asda community champion Emma Riley catches up with St Austell Food Bank manager Andy Payne over breakfast WORDS JESSICA CARTER PHOTOGRAPHS OLIVER EDWARDS

People are very much at the heart of what we do. Each issue, we’re sitting down with one of our special partners to have a well-deserved cuppa and a chat about how we work together to support our local communities.

gave out 53% more vouchers – which equates to feeding 63% more people – than the same period last year.

Emma: Working with your team [at St Austell Food Bank] over the last few years has been great – until I started helping out, I wasn’t aware of the extent of the work that food banks do.

Andy: There’s actually been a decline in donations recently. We’re alright for the likes of tinned meat and veg, soup, pasta, beans and cereal, but we need tinned tomatoes, tinned fruit, custard, coffee and jam, and instant noodles that you only need to boil a kettle to make. And then there are the little treats, like crisps and chocolate – they can make all the difference.

Andy: There’s a lot more to it than dishing out food! We want to find out about the issues that cause people to need the food bank in the first place. The hope is that, if we do our jobs well, people won’t need to come back. Emma: I’ve noticed we’ve been a lot busier this year. The rising cost of living probably has something to do with it; more people are having to choose between feeding their family and putting the heating on. We’ve also been welcoming Ukrainian refugees. Andy: I recently looked at some stats, and between April and July this year we 94 | ASDA MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2022

Emma: Wow, that’s a lot of people. Are donations keeping up with the demand?

Emma: So, Asda has a permanent collection point in the St Austell store – the trolley near the entrance – which customers drop donations into. How’s that going – have you collected much? Andy: Shoppers are always generous. In the first half of this year, we collected about three tonnes of food from that trolley. For sleepy little St Austell, with everything that’s going on with the cost of living, that’s pretty impressive.

Thanks to Sam’s Diner at Par for an excellent breakfast

B R E A K FA S T W IT H C H A M P I O N S AT T H E F O O D B A N K It also means we’ve had good cash top-ups, too – Asda gives us money for every kilogram of donations. Also a huge help is the fact that they send you here to lend a hand every Friday. You really put people at ease when you’re welcoming them in. There’s sadly still a stigma attached to visiting food banks, so it’s important to have that friendly face at the door. Emma: There’s a lot that needs to happen when people arrive. We work out how we help each person – for instance, not everyone has access to a kitchen, so foods like pasta aren’t going to be any use. Then we’ll see if they’re eligible for any grants or other support, and I also connect them with

other local charities I work with. There’s the clothes bank, community bank and lots of different local groups, as well as organisations that help parents with support. When people come into the food bank, I might have chatted to them at, say, playgroup a couple of days before – and that familiarity can really help. That’s one of the reasons I love my job: getting to meet so many people. Andy: That’s what drew me into this role too. Being part of this team is wonderful – everyone is so committed. There are plenty of challenges, but going home knowing you’ve done something truly useful with your day is a great feeling.

You can help, too!

If you want to donate food to your local food bank, pop in to one of our larger Asda stores and donate an item to our collection trollies. If you want to donate your time, you can find your local food bank at www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/ find-a-foodbank/

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Let’s talk about

Christmas...

The festive season is approaching, and with our best-ever range of great value food and drink we couldn’t be more excited. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s coming your way INTERVIEW JESSICA CARTER

LET’S TALK...

Jonathan Moore Senior director of food innovation and trends

Linsey Taylor Senior director of product and packaging development

exciting food trends

sensational quality

It might seem early to be talking about Christmas, but we’ve actually been planning it for two or three years! Our food and drink range this year really is our best ever, with a host of new ideas to enjoy over the festive period.

At Christmas, we all want the very best quality – but at affordable prices. So this year we’ve invested hugely in our own brand range, so you don’t need to splurge to get great-quality food. The value on offer is truly incredible.

Bringing the wow factor One of the biggest food trends we’ve seen is for fun dishes that make a statement visually. Our Millionaire’s Edible Chocolate Bowl is a great example – it’s filled with salted caramel, toffee mousse, Belgian chocolate ganache, and edible chocolate spoons. There’s also our chocolatey Double Smash Reindeer cake, which you break through to reveal Jingle the reindeer, hiding more treats in his nose!

The ultimate Christmas feast We’ve got Christmas Day covered, whether you want traditional turkey or something different. Our own Carvery Selection Box is a winner: it includes a turkey breast joint, beef and gammon, slow cooked to make prep quick and easy. Another wow-factor Christmas centrepiece is our Extra Special Ultimate Tomahawk Wellington. The meat is wrapped in a shiitake mushroom duxelles, then a threecheese layer and all-butter pastry on top. We’re also proud to have more vegan and Free From options than ever. Our own-brand Vegan Turkey Crown is plant-based but has a wonderful texture and taste. It has an umami-laced vegan butter for basting, and there’s a crumb on top that crisps up like turkey skin.

Canapés on the quick There’s also a trend towards high quality ready-made food – so we expect our new Antipasti Platters to fly off the shelves. They’re full of great quality cured meats and cheeses. You rip off the lid and serve, so they’re great for easy entertaining. Our frozen Maple Pigs in Blankets are real winners too. Luxurious liqueurs Who doesn’t love a cream liqueur at Christmas? So now we’ve developed our own. The Extra Special Blonde Chocolate is outstanding – it’s made with double cream, Caribbean rum, Madagascan vanilla and caramel. It’s Christmas in a glass.

Food from the heart We’re equally proud of our puddings. Our new Extra Special Raspberry and Dark Chocolate Nougat is made by a small family business in Italy, using a 95-year-old recipe. And our Classic Panettone comes from Italy too – it features a live dough culture, maintained since 1964 – what flavours!

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C H R I STM A S SNEAK PEEK

Stars of the season Top row, from left: Double Smash ‘Jingle’ Reindeer Cake; Extra Special Tomahawk Wellington This row, from left: Extra Special Vegan Chocolate Bauble; Extra Special Chocolate Orange and Blonde Cream liqueurs Bottom row, from left: Extra Special Belgian Chocolate Peppermint Fudge, alongside Raspberry and Dark Chocolate nougat, and Almond and Hazelnut nougat; Plant-based Vegan Turkey Crown with umami basting stock.

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G I N O D’ACA M P O

“A good piece of fish barely needs cooking at all” Our favourite Italian foodie, TV chef and presenter Gino D’Acampo has the last word on cooking fish – a staple of everyday Italian eating I love fish – it’s so quick and simple to cook and has always been a huge part of my diet. I’m from Napoli, on the south-west coast of Italy, so I grew up surrounded by fishermen and bustling seafood markets. You don’t have to travel to Italy for great-quality seafood, though; we have plenty in UK waters, from lobster and haddock caught off the coast of Scotland, to Cornish mackerel and mussels found off the south coast of England. But I don’t think we make the most of it, especially as it’s so affordable – and really good for you. People can be nervous about preparing fish, but I think fish is much easier to work with than meat or vegetables. In fact, a good piece of fish barely needs cooking at all. The

Three to try from Gino’s range

Atlantic Salmon in a Creamy Sicilian Wine Sauce

Delicious salmon fillets. £4.80, 340g

Lemon Ice Cream with Limoncello Syrup Enjoy sharp citrus and a dash of limoncello. £3.25, 480g

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Pinot Grigio White This white’s delicate flavours go perfectly with fish. £6, 75cl

key is to not overdo it – it’s the only way you can go wrong. It takes less time than you might think to prep and cook a fillet of fish (30 seconds in a pan can be a lifetime for a piece of sea bass, for example) so you must be very careful. When pan-frying, pat down the skin with kitchen paper to dry it, and make sure the pan has heated up properly before adding the fillet skin-side-down to make a nice crisp skin. Watch the fish as it turns opaque all the way to the middle – then flip. Italian-style fish dishes are big on simplicity while delivering on bright, fresh flavour. I spent years perfecting these kinds of recipes – but most people don’t have the time to do the same, so I created my easy fish range for Asda. It makes this sometimes under-loved ingredient even more simple to prepare, so, no matter your experience of seafood, you’ll get great results at home, every time. Ciao! ● • For a real taste of Italy, see Gino’s extensive selection of Italian dishes, including his easy fish range, all available in store and at asda.com

Selected stores only, subject to availability. Delivery, collection, and carrier bag charges may apply. Minimum spend or minimum basket charge may apply; see Asda.com minimumbasketcharge for details. Delivery and collection slots subject to availability. Photographs show serving suggestions. If you look under 25 and want to buy alcohol you will need to prove your age. Challenge 25. No I.D. No sale. You must be 18 or over to purchase alcohol. Atlantic Salmon in a Creamy Sicilian Wine Sauce, £1.41/100g; Lemon Ice Cream with Limoncello Syrup, £0.67/100g; Pinot Grigio White, £8/100cl.

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