Savouries
Tofu Nuggets for Tots
- 1 packet of firm tofu
- 4 oz cornflakes, crushed very finely
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 oz Parmesan cheese, grated
- Beaten egg yolk (or milk if you don’t want
to use eggs)
1. Preheat the oven to 350 deg F (180 deg C).
2. Cut the tofu into bite sized pieces.
3. Dip them into the beaten egg yolk or milk and then into the crushed
cornflakes, making sure they are well coated.
4. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
5. Place the tofu nuggets on the baking sheet and cook for around 15-20
minutes, turning halfway through cooking time.
Mini Meat loaves
- 1 pound lean minced beef
- 8 oz fresh bread crumbs
- 2 eggs
- 6 fl oz milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1. Preheat the oven to 375 deg F (190 deg C).
2. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
3. Divide meat into 6 portions and place into a small muffin or cake tin.
4. Bake for 30 minutes
5. When the meatloaves have cooled, pop them out of the muffin tins and
place in separate freezer bags.
6. This will make 6 convenient meals!
Fabulous fish fingers
2 egg yolks
1 tbsp water
3 oz freash breadcrumbs, made from wholemeal bread
pinch dried thyme
pinch dried oregano
pinch dried parsley
pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1lb skinless boneless white fish or salmon
3 tbsp olive oil
1 Beat the egg yolks and water together in a bowl
2. In a seperate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs , seasonings and Parmesan
cheese
3. Carefully cut the fish into strips about 2 inches long
4. Dip each fish finger in into the beaten egg mixture, then into the
bread crumbs, ensuring they are thoroughly coated
5. Cook in the olive olive over a medium heat for 3-4 minutes, then turn
with a spatula and cook for another few minutes until golden.
Cheesy bites
2oz plain flour
2oz unsalted butter ( at room temperature)
6oz grated Cheddar cheese
2 tsp fresh thyme (chopped) or pinch dried
4tbsp crisped rice cereal
1. Preheat the oven to 350 deg F ( 180 deg C)
2. Mix the flour, cheese, butter and thyme into a food processor bowl.
3. Set the food processor at the slowest setting and mix until a dough
is formed
4. Carefully fold in the crisped rice cereal
5. Shape the mixture into small balls ( about 1 tsp each )
6. Roll each ball gently in the hands and place on a ungreased baking
sheet, a few inches apart
7. Flatten with the plam of your hand to create circles about 1 1/2 inches
in diameter, then place in the oven
8. Bake for about 10- 15 minutes until the Cheese Bites are firm to the
touch and pale gold in colour.
Very veggie muffins
4oz courgette
(grated)
4 oz sweet potato (grated)
4 oz Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 1/2 to 3 oz fresh wholemeal breadcrumbs
1 tbsp plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp water
1. Preheat the oven to 350 deg F ( 180 deg C)
2. Soften the vegetables by simmering in a little water for 2-3 minutes,
then drain and pat dry.
3. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly in a bowl
4. Spoon the mixture into a greased mini muffin tin or mini muffin cases.
5. Place in the oven and bake for around
20 minutes until golden.
About the author
Christine Albury has four children (from 3 to 13) and has cooked for them all, so over the years she’s amassed heaps of recipes! Christine says”I’m committed to cooking with fresh and healthy ingredients and also to encouraging a sophisticated palate from an early age. I don’t subscribe to the theory that baby food has to be bland – and, judging from readers’ responses to my site (www.homemade-baby-food-recipes.com) - many other parents feel the same! Instead, I suggest that parents experiment with herbs and aromatic spices (not salt) to create meals that are nutritious AND tasty! “
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