Good Food
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date: 2026-01-29T09:54:35.000Z
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items: Top 10 pancake fillings - sweet and savoury
items: How to make: Christmas crackers
items: How to cook with pumpkin
items: 10 student meal ideas
items: What to eat before an exam
items: 45 best Christmas cocktails & mocktails
items: How do you detox your body?
items: How to beat the winter blues
items: What is the paleo diet?
items: Good Food's guide to healthy eating

Top 10 pancake fillings - sweet and savoury
type: item
creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Pancake day recipes
subject: Pancake fillings
subject: pancakes recipes
subject: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Shrove Tuesday ideas
subject: Shrove Tuesday recipes
description: Celebrate this Pancake Day with mouth-watering sweet and savoury recipes, including chocolate-filled, traditional crêpes Suzette and American-inspired
encoded: We know you'll be piling 'em high on Shrove Tuesday, but on which side of the filling fence do you fall? Maybe you satisfy your sweet tooth with simple sugar and lemon, or perhaps you buck the trend and go for often overlooked savoury favourites like cheese and ham? View Green Video on the source website However you like to pack your pancakes, our serving suggestions will help you get creative this year and maybe even inspire you to shun the ever-popular sweet pancake recipes for supper-worthy savoury pancake recipes. Embrace the diversity of dietary preferences without compromising on the joy of indulging in delicious pancakes! Whether you follow an alternative diet or not, our extensive selection ensures there's a pancake recipe for everyone. Explore egg-free options, savour gluten-free delights, relish dairy-free alternatives, or dive into the goodness of completely vegan pancake recipes. Don't let dietary choices limit your pancake experience – we've got you covered for all your Pancake Day needs. Our top sweet and savoury pancakes 1. Scallion pancakes Chewy, flaky and crispy, these traditional northern Chinese pancakes feature a savoury five-spice filling that's made using simple storecupboard ingredients. They're best served with a drizzle of crispy chilli oil, a sprinkling of sesame seeds and a dipping sauce alongside. 2. Rhubarb & custard crêpes Experiment with the classic pairing of tangy rhubarb and velvety custard with these next-level crêpes. Opt for forced rhubarb to introduce a burst of vibrant pink. 3. Mississippi mud pie pancake cake Layer crêpes with a chocolate custard filling then top with whipped cream and chocolate and caramel sauce to make a showstopping cake – it's guaranteed to wow guests. 4. Jam doughnut pancakes Kick off your pancake day with a delightful twist on traditional jam doughnuts! These fluffy pancakes hold a sweet surprise – a luscious oozing of strawberry jam awaits as you cut into them. With just eight simple ingredients, whipp…

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How to make: Christmas crackers
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creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: arts and crafts
subject: crafts
subject: Edible gifts
subject: Festive
subject: Homemade
subject: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Xmas
description: Get crafty and create a batch of homemade Christmas crackers filled with delicious edible gifts. You can find more Christmas crafts, from tree decorations, dried spiced citrus, table centrepieces and DIY cards
encoded: Fed up of peculiar plastic shapes, bad jokes and pricey shop-bought Christmas crackers? The options for making your own are endless. Forget cheap key rings and tacky treasures and instead fill them with thoughtful gifts from the kitchen, include jokes that actually make you laugh or pop in a festive fact alongside your personalised party hats. Looking for more ways to DIY this Christmas? Go all out with decorating with these 3D Christmas tree decorations, Christmas tree napkins and many more festive table decorations. We also have an easy DIY Christmas cards guide full of useful tips to spark your creativity. We also have an impressive guide on our top 10 festive DIY Christmas crafts which will prove a great winter's day activity and spark inspiration for gift-giving this season. How to make easy Christmas crackers What you'll need: Leftover thick wrapping paper Empty toilet rolls Scissors Glue stick Cracker snapper strip Sticky tape String or ribbon Small gifts or sweets, to fill Method: 1) Cut out a 30 x 20cm rectangle of wrapping paper. Flip the paper over so the reverse side is on show with one of the longer ends closest to you. Place a toilet roll, vertically, midway down one end. Mark the paper at either end of the toilet roll, then set the toilet roll aside and fold the paper in at the marks. Snip into the folds using scissors. Unfold the paper and stick the toilet roll in its original position with glue. Fold in the ends to just beneath snipped parts, if you want to hide the reverse of the wrapping paper. Put a cracker snapper strip through the toilet roll and trim, if you need to. Attach each end to the paper using sticky tape. 2) Roll the paper around the toilet roll and stick it in place with glue. Scrunch the paper around one end of the roll, being careful not to tear the cuts you’ve made, then secure with string or ribbon. Tip in jokes you have written (try our suggestions, below) and sweets, or other treats, through the open end of the cracker, then se…

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How to cook with pumpkin
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creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: December
subject: Halloween
subject: Harvest
subject: November
subject: October
subject: Pumpkin
subject: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Squash
description: Make the most of your leftover pumpkin by transforming it into a range of sweet and savoury dishes
encoded: Leftover pumpkin on your hands? Step away from the rubbish bin and delve into our tasty tips for using up this super squash. Whether you are looking for a simple roast pumpkin recipe, comforting one-pot or moist and fluffy pumpkin cake, we've got lots of sweet and savoury options for cooking pumpkin. These easy pumpkin recipes are perfect for celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving or if you just love cooking with this versatile veg. For more ideas, take a look at our collection of leftover pumpkin recipes. Next find out our easy pumpkin decorating ideas, pumpkin carving stencils and templates and things you can carve for Halloween that aren't pumpkins. If you want to go the extra mile, why not make a fun family outing to pick your pumpkin? See our round-up of the best pumpkin patches in the UK to find the right pumpkin for you. How to roast pumpkin Roasting is the easiest way to cook a pumpkin – our basic recipe involves cutting the squash into wedges, drizzling in oil and baking it in the oven. You can, of course add extra spices, herbs or flavourings if you wish. Ingredients 1kg pumpkin, peeled and cut into finger-thick wedges 2 tbsp olive oil 4 thyme sprigs, leaves picked (optional) How to prepare pumpkin Use a sharp, serrated knife to cut lid off pumpkin and then use a large serving spoon to scoop out seeds (reserve these for roasting), fibres and flesh inside. Cut into wedge-shaped chunks, about 1 inch thick each. For more detailed instructions and images, see our guide on how to carve a pumpkin. Pre-heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Place the pumpkin slices on a large, shallow baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss to coat all sides of the pumpkin. Season well and scatter over the thyme leaves (if using). Roast for about 20 minutes, until the pumpkin is softened and starting to crisp at the edges. Check the seasoning again, and serve. How to roast pumpkin seeds One of the first things you will do with your pumpkin, whether you're carving or cooking, is…

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10 student meal ideas
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creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Budget
subject: going to university
subject: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Student meals
subject: student menu
subject: University
description: Heading to university this year? If you lack confidence in the kitchen, then get started with our 10 staple dishes, from comforting curries and pasta bakes to speedy stir-fries.
encoded: If you are starting university but your kitchen skills leave a lot to be desired, then fear not – our 10 favourite student basics will see you through your first term and beyond. Check out our collection of student recipes and read on for easy meals you can master in minutes. Once you've got the basics, try your hand at some more challenging suggestions. Also, make sure you are kitted out with all the right equipment by reading our review of the best student kitchen essentials. Or let a kitchen appliance do all the work with our slow cooker recipes and air-fryer collection. Looking for the perfect student gift? Create an easily customisable My BBC Good Food cookbook filled with all the essential recipes they'll need for uni. It's sure to be a lifesaver for first-time cooks or budding chefs. Looking for more budget-friendly recipes and cookery advice? See our main collections of budget recipes and leftover recipes. We also have our guide to a week of budget-friendly meals and our 30-minute student budget meal plan. You can also find plenty more recipes and tips on our budget section. 1. Fajitas Whether feeding friends or whipping up a midweek main, you can't go wrong with fajitas. Add and swap ingredients to accommodate taste and budget. Simple staple Slice, chop and serve – rolling your own fajitas is a fun and fast way to get dinner on the table: Roll-your-own fajitas Easy chicken fajitas Make it more interesting With a little effort you can elevate the fail-safe fajita to a Mexican masterpiece using cheap pork cuts, homemade mole sauce and a side of chunky salsa: Pulled pork with Mexican almond mole sauce Make it veggie Vegetarian fajitas 2. Pasta bake A classic student dish, pasta bake doesn't have to be the cheese-laden vision we imagine on hearing the words. Let storecupboard staples like pasta and tinned tomatoes be your base, then get creative with your favourite veg, herbs and reduced-fat crème fraîche for a lovely texture with less of the stodge. Simple sta…

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What to eat before an exam
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date: 2025-06-03T08:53:45.000Z
creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Family health
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: How to
subject: boost brain power
subject: brain food
subject: Eat smart
subject: eating for exams
subject: goodhealth
subject: improve memory
subject: revision food
subject: studying
description: If you've been hitting the books to revise for an exam (or know someone who has), discover which foods will nourish the body and keep your brain alert and focused.
encoded: Having just started studying again in my late twenties, I am reminded of all the desperate ways we try to overload our brains when exams loom. Record cards, corkboards, exercise books, revision plans, mock tests and lots of sticky notes jostle for space, and while everyone's capacity for learning is different, there are practical things you can do to ensure your brain is ready to absorb all that information. How to optimise your exam performance Late nights, stress, missed meals and quick food fixes all play havoc with our ability to concentrate, absorb information and function properly. So, if you're in the midst of a revision frenzy, give yourself the very best chance with our top tips to optimise your performance. In the lead up to the exam and on the day Eat wisely in the lead up to an exam and on the day itself, and you’re more likely to fine-tune your problem-solving capabilities and enhance your overall performance. Foods that supply a steady source of energy (known as low glycaemic foods) are ideal fuel sources for a hard-working brain, as are foods rich in essential micronutrients like zinc, iron and vitamin B12. Don’t neglect your hydration levels either – water is essential for your brain cells to communicate. Even mild dehydration may slow the speed at which your brain processes information. The NHS recommends you drink around 1.2 litres (or six to eight glasses) of hydrating fluid a day, most of which should be water. The night before the exam The final piece to your exam strategy has to be a good night’s sleep – this improves your brain’s ability to adapt to inputs, which helps you learn better, process memories more accurately, and clear out the waste products more efficiently. Lack of sleep will make revising more difficult, and you'll be much more likely to reach for a sugary fix to get you through the learning lulls. Practical strategies include warm milk and herbal teas before bed – these may have a sedative effect, while a carb-rich snack an hour…

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45 best Christmas cocktails & mocktails
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creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Drinks
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Christmas party
subject: Cocktails
subject: drink content
subject: Non-alcoholic
subject: occasions
subject: Party
subject: Roxanne Fisher
description: Whether you want to experiment with mixology or need an easy festive drink, our favourite Christmassy cocktails and mocktails will provide much merriment
encoded: Toast the season with a glass of something special. Deck the halls and fill them with the aroma of mulled wine, or serve a drop of Christmassy fizz, with or without the booze. Either way you'll offer the perfect welcome for guests arriving in from the cold. For even more merry-making inspiration, take a look at our festive drinks recipe collection, which includes traditional tipples and modern twists on old favourites. Plus, kit out your kitchen with top cocktail-making products after reading our review of the best cocktail shakers. Discover our top winter drinks and even more non-alcoholic Christmas drinks. Best Christmas cocktail recipes 1. Spiced clementine mulled whisky It doesn't get more festive than the refreshing flavour and aroma of clementines. This recipe adds ginger beer and whisky for a fiery kick to warm you from the inside out. Try our cheat's ginger beer. 2. Festive rum & ginger punch Use our mince pie rum (or shop-bought spiced rum) to make this Christmassy treat – it's a handy make-ahead cocktail to serve to friends at a party. We've got plenty of rum cocktails to keep the festive period bright. 3. Apple spritz A festive twist on the classic Aperol spritz, this delicious concoction brings in apple cider and slices of red apple to garnish. It's incredibly easy and takes less than five minutes to make – just the thing for impromptu festive gatherings. Now try our classic Aperol spritz. 4. Picante A great winter warmer, fiery red chilli is balanced by soothing honey in this take on a spicy margarita. Discover our clementine margarita recipe for another festive twist. 5. Espresso eggnog martini Put a festive spin on an espresso martini with creamy eggnog. It's a stylish cocktail but quick and easy to prep. Discover our twists on an espresso martini. 6. Classic snowball Serve up a classic snowball filled with creamy Advocaat, sweet lemonade and plenty of ice. This retro party tipple garnished with a kitsch maraschino cherry is rich and boozy, just how w…

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How do you detox your body?
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date: 2024-02-05T13:02:12.000Z
creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Health
subject: Wellness
subject: detox diet
subject: detox foods
subject: goodhealth
subject: healthy detox
subject: how to detox
subject: is it healthy to detox
subject: what is a detox
description: The January detox is almost as traditional as the festive binge that precedes it – but what does the word mean? We look at whether restrictive diets work, and what you can do to improve your health and wellbeing
encoded: Making changes to a healthier lifestyle doesn't have to mean crash diets and drop-a-dress-size obsessions. Our handy list of practical ways to support your natural detoxification will help you feel better, more energised and stay healthy all year round. Discover our full range of health guides, then check out all our healthy recipes. Plus, learn what is a detox diet and browse our healthy diet plans. What is a detox? Although our everyday use of the word ‘detox’ is often associated with promises of rapid weight loss, luscious hair, skin and nails, boundless energy, reduced cellulite and an enhanced immune system; your body has an in-built detoxification process that works around the clock to manage and remove substances like pollutants, synthetic chemicals, heavy metals and compounds like alcohol. Most of us are familiar with examples of the much-touted ‘detox’ – lasting anything from 24 hours to a few weeks, examples include: Fasting for short periods Eating only fruit and vegetables, or their juices Cutting out major food groups Avoiding caffeine, sugar or alcohol Supplementing with a ‘detox’ solution, pill or tea The good news is this form of ‘detox’ is unnecessary because our bodies are well equipped to manage toxins and waste products. We already have in-built mechanisms to filter, break down and remove them. Organs like the skin, liver, kidneys and gut all play a role in detoxification. This means if we overindulge – say we have a drink or two too many – the body, in this case the liver, works hard to break down the alcohol into products that the kidneys can safely remove. How to support your body to detox Diet and lifestyle modifications help enhance your body’s natural detoxification processes these include: Exercise – staying active is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle but you don't need to be an athlete to reap the benefits. A simple walk after eating is thought to improve the way your body metabolises food while exercising with friends has been shown to…

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How to beat the winter blues
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date: 2024-01-11T19:46:12.000Z
creator: Emma Hartfield
subject: Health
subject: Wellness
subject: blue monday
subject: Christmas
subject: Exercise
subject: goodhealth
subject: Healthy eating
subject: new year resolutions
subject: Omega 3
subject: Roxanne Fisher
subject: vitamin D
subject: Wellbeing
subject: winter blues
subject: winter health
description: Beat the January blues and eat yourself happy with our healthy, mood-boosting recipes and advice
encoded: Monday 20 January has been designated ‘Blue Monday’ – allegedly the most depressing day of the year. Although there’s no science behind what was in fact dreamed up as a PR stunt, many of us find January a fairly miserable time of year. The excitement of Christmas and New Year celebrations is over, the weather is cold and the days are short, with much of winter still stretching before us. But it doesn't need to be so bleak! Crawl out from under the duvet and try our tips to boost positivity and beat those winter blues. Boost your mood with vitamin D Studies are constantly reiterating the mood-boosting benefits of this vital vitamin. However, as our skin largely manufactures vitamin D through exposure to sunlight, it's also regularly highlighted that, during the dark winter months, we probably aren't getting our recommended daily dose. Luckily, we can top up our intake by including a few specific foods in our diet. Fortified breakfast cereals and dairy, eggs and fish such as sardines, herrings and salmon are all good sources. Plus, along with improving your mood, topping up on vitamin D can help strengthen the immune system and keep bones and teeth healthy. Here are a few recipe ideas that will help you increase your intake: Salmon & puy lentil salad with olive dressing Smoked salmon & lemon scrambled eggs Open sandwiches – tomato, sardine & rocket Sardines with chickpeas, lemon & parsley Grilled herrings with mustard & basil dressing Mushrooms paprikash Mushroom & basil omelette with smashed tomato Cautious comfort eating There are several reasons we sometimes resort to food for comfort, particularly at this time of year. An exaggerated craving for carbohydrates and stodgy foods in winter can actually be a sign of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of winter depression that affects one in every 15 people in the UK. Overeating in winter may also simply be due to the fact that we're indoors more and we're cold. Understandable, but potentially detrimental to any …

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What is the paleo diet?
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date: 2023-09-18T13:23:17.000Z
creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Special diets
subject: Weight loss
subject: How to
subject: caveman diet
subject: goodhealth
subject: Healthy eating
subject: hunter gatherer diet
subject: low car diet
subject: paleo
subject: paleo recipes
subject: Roxanne Fisher
subject: stone age diet
subject: weight loss
description: Does the 'caveman diet’ work for weight loss, or is its focus on unrefined food better for our digestive system? Our expert nutritionist shares the science.
encoded: A way of eating that truly goes back to basics, paleolithic diets are all about eating like our ancestors did. While you may not be inclined or even required to chase down a buffalo, paleo fans aim to eat as naturally as possible, opting for grass-fed meats, an abundance of fruit and vegetables and other wholefoods, like nuts and seeds. Common terms for these types of diet include the caveman diet, the hunter-gatherer diet and, of course, the paleo diet. The diet was first promoted in the 1975 book The Stone Age Diet by gastroenterologist, Dr Walter L Voegtlin. This paved the way for a plethora of different paleolithic approaches, all similar in their core principles but with varying rules and restrictions. While there are many ways to practice, three of the most popular paleo ‘gurus’ to follow are: Dr Loren Cordain – considered by many as the authority on paleolithic living. Dr Cordain’s book, The Paleo Diet, published in 2002 talks about the benefits of paleo for weight loss and health. Robb Wolf – a former biochemist, Wolf studied under Dr Cordain and is author of The Paleo Solution, another popular resource, published in 2010. Mark Sisson – an ex-athlete, his The Primal Blueprint is a slightly different version of the paleolithic approach and a popular online resource. Visit our ‘All you need to know about diets’ page for recipes and more expert advice on weight loss, including low-GI and the Mediterranean diet’ How does the paleo diet work? Described as a “lifetime programme... and not a quick fix weight loss diet” the paleo diet is said to promote a more natural way of eating with low levels of sugar and salt plus the elimination of processed, refined foods. The idea is that this is more in tune with how our bodies have evolved and how, over the centuries, we would have fuelled ourselves. As a consequence, the plan typically (but not always) omits dairy foods, cereal grains, starchy vegetables as well as sugar in favour of wild, lean animal foods, non-starchy …

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Good Food's guide to healthy eating
type: item
date: 2023-08-16T09:10:16.000Z
creator: Roxanne Fisher
subject: Health
subject: Nutrition
subject: goodhealth
subject: Healthy eating
subject: healthy symbols
subject: nutritional information
subject: recipe information
subject: Roxanne Fisher
description: Our healthy eating guide explains what we mean by ‘low fat’ or ‘low sugar’, how we gather nutritional information and the current government guidelines.
encoded: At Good Food, we believe a varied, balanced diet featuring whole, unprocessed foods is the key to good health. Everyone’s needs are different, which is why we provide all the nutritional information to support our recipes, so you can create a healthy, balanced diet that works for you. How we assess our recipes All our recipes are analysed by a qualified nutritionist and the nutritional information is presented on a per-serving (portion) basis. The analysis for each recipe includes listed ingredients only and excludes optional items, such as extra seasoning and serving suggestions. Check the nutrition bar at the top of the recipe for the full nutritional information – if you follow the recipe instructions and keep to the serving size we suggest, this information will be relevant for you. What should I eat everyday? You may have noticed that many of the packaged foods you buy from the supermarket show Reference Intakes (RIs) – this term has replaced the previously used Guideline Daily Amounts (GDAs). The RIs are set by law and are benchmarks for the amount of energy (kilocalories), fat, saturated fat, carbohydrate, sugars, protein and salt we should aim to have each day. The RIs used on the nutrition labels of packaged foods are the maximum amounts for an average-sized, moderately active female, and as such are a guide only, because they don’t take account of your specific age, gender, weight, activity level or any needs or special requirements you might have. Reference Intakes (RI) Energy (KJ/kcal) 8400KJ /2,000kcal Fat (g) 70 Saturates (g) 20 Carbohydrate (g) 260 Total sugars (g) 90 Protein (g) 50 Salt (g) 6 You can use the RIs to assess how one of our recipes contributes towards your daily intake. For example, if you wish to monitor your fat intake, use the fat content shown for each recipe to help keep to your daily target. If you eat a high-salt dish, balance your intake for the day by cutting the level of salt in other meals, and remember most of the salt you co…

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