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A good risotto is rich and creamy. It is Italian comfort food at its very finest. That’s why a truffle and mushroom risotto has been on our café menu forever. Making good risotto is about coaxing the rice to release its starch which binds the dish together in a lush sauce. The ingredients in the pan must keep moving while keeping just the right amount of liquid, so its not dry nor mushy. Short-grain, starchy and robust rice, such as Arborio and Carnaroli, from Northern Italy are ideal to make... Read More

MIND BLOWING ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS WITH NOJO SERVES 2 – TIME TO MAKE 25 mins Ingredients: Nojo tahini dressingCauliflower1/8 of a small red pepper, finely diced1 tsp of capers1 tsp of caper juicea few chives, finely diced Method: Cut and prepare the cauliflower into two steaks Lightly oil and grill the cauliflower steaks till toasty Mix the capers, it’s juice, the red pepper and chives to make a garnish Pour some Nojo tahini dressing on a dish Plate the cauliflower steaks onto the tahini dressing Evenly distribute the garnish on... Read More

JUST WHOLE FOODS organic and plant based mixes are now available exclusively at Jones the Grocer. ORGANIC PANCAKES MAKES 8 – COOKING TIME 15 mins -VEGAN Ingredients: JUST WHOLE FOODS pancake mix350ml MILKLAB oat milk Method: Add 350ml MILKLAB oat milk to the pancake mix and whisk until smooth Leave to stand for 5 minutes Grease a frying pan with vegetable oil and set to a high heat Once hot, reduce heat slightly and add a tablespoon of mix When bubbles appear on the surface, flip the pancake over and... Read More

A classic spring stable that the kids and grown ups (sshhh…) will love. These are a healthier substitute to the shop bought versions and can be whipped up in minutes. They’re great for after school snack breaks and a tropical surprise for a spring garden party. MAKES 8-10 POPSICLES – PREP TIME 10 mins and 4 hours to freeze Equipment needed: Ice lolly molds and sticks Ingredients: 200ml Jones just mango cordial 1 fresh mango chopped into chunks 100ml water 50g Grecious wildflower honey 700g Greek yoghurt or any yoghurt... Read More

These vegan friendly burgers are packed with healthy pulses and are an excellent substitute for the real thing whilst still remaining juicy, satisfying, and full of flavour. The mix can be made up to 48 hours before and can also be frozen. SERVES 4 – COOKING TIME 35 mins – VEGAN Ingredients: 185g cooked Sabarot red quinoa 300g cooked Sabarot green lentils For the flax mix: 1 tbsp flax seeds mixed with 3 tbsp water half a diced onion 2 minced garlic cloves 1 tbsp cumin powder 1 tbsp smoked... Read More

The humblest of dishes are often the heartiest and this one is certain to please the entire family. Kids are sure to love it! The use of paccheri in this dish helps the sauce stick to it, filling the pasta with tomatoey, garlicky goodness! Gratinated chicken completes this dish like bright crisp afternoon sunshine. You can also use fresh prawns or salmon. Leave out the chicken and cheese for a lighter vegan dish. SERVES 4 – COOKING TIME 30 mins Ingredients: 300g Gentile paccheri pasta 2-3 tbsp Jones lemon oil... Read More