Family meals for a fiver

In partnership with the Jersey Evening Post. Original recipes created by local chefs with ingredients costing a total of less than £5

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Callum's Salt and pepper chicken thighs with vegetable fried rice
Callum's Salt and pepper chicken thighs with vegetable fried rice

This dish, courtesy of Callum Graham, head chef at Bohemia, Jersey, makes a fantastic 'fake-away' treat.

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Callum's Cacio e Pepe
Callum's Cacio e Pepe

A quick and simple Italian dish. 'Cacio e pepe' literally translates to 'cheese and pepper'.

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Callum's Pea and ham risotto
Callum's Pea and ham risotto

Pea and ham are a great flavour combination and make this midweek family dinner a winner.

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Christian's One-pan sausage pilau rice
Christian's One-pan sausage pilau rice

This one-pan sausage pilau rice dish is really filling and tasty.

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Christian's Carrot and potato soup, crispy potato croutons and bacon 'dumplings'
Christian's Carrot and potato soup, crispy potato croutons and bacon 'dumplings'

A delicious and warming soup which can be made without the bacon

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Gill's 'Desperate Dan' pie
Gill's 'Desperate Dan' pie

Try this vegan version of a famously wholesome and meaty pie.

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Gill's Pasta al limone
Gill's Pasta al limone

A vegan pasta dish that is simple and sophisticated.

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David's Stovies
David's Stovies

Head chef at Randalls, David Cameron, brings an easy and warming meal inspired by the great Scottish dish

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Chloë's Cheese and ham quesadillas
Chloë's Cheese and ham quesadillas

A simple, quick family favourite that is good nutrition and provides lots of energy.

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Chloë's Pesto pea penne
Chloë's Pesto pea penne

Pesto packs such a punch of flavour. It is a fabulous ingredient to add to so many dishes.

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Chloë's Sausage and broccoli couscous
Chloë's Sausage and broccoli couscous

Couscous and broccoli make a great alternative to mash in this recipe.

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Chloë's Chicken satay noodles
Chloë's Chicken satay noodles

By adding boiling water to a crunchy peanut butter, you get a lovely paste which sticks to the chicken.

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Chloë's Couscous Bolognese
Chloë's Couscous Bolognese

Couscous makes this bolognese just as filling and delicious.

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Will Hollands' Beetroot risotto, natural yoghurt and crispy smoked ham
Will Hollands' Beetroot risotto, natural yoghurt and crispy smoked ham

Atlantic Hotel head chef, Will Holland is inspired by an Eastern European dish for this colourful risotto.

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Will Hollands' Gnocchi, pork, fennel and tomato bolognese
Will Hollands' Gnocchi, pork, fennel and tomato bolognese

This might look like a simple dish, but it really delivers on taste.

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Will Hollands' Spanish omelette salad
Will Hollands' Spanish omelette salad

Spanish omelette is a simple, classic dish and is easy to make with humble ingredients

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Bernie Donnelly's Turkey bolognaise spaghetti
Bernie Donnelly's Turkey bolognaise spaghetti

A twist to the traditional bolognaise, this one is a tasty, healthy alternative to the family fav.

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Bernie Donnelly's Chorizo and roast pepper penne
Bernie Donnelly's Chorizo and roast pepper penne

Senior sous chef from the Pomme D'or Hotel inspires a simple midweek meal with a spicy kick

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Sarah Copp's Oven-roasted butternut squash soup with a mozzarella crouton
Sarah Copp's Oven-roasted butternut squash soup with a mozzarella crouton

Local charity, Caring Cooks of Jersey rustle up a warming and healthy soup.

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Highlands College's Saag aloo, new potatoes and oven-roast chicken thighs with a tomato & red pepper sauce
Highlands College's Saag aloo, new potatoes and oven-roast chicken thighs with a tomato & red pepper sauce

Designed and created by Highlands College students from the Academy Restaurant.

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Helmut Fuchs' Crispy egg cutlets with fried kale and garlic yoghourt
Helmut Fuchs' Crispy egg cutlets with fried kale and garlic yoghourt

Egg cutlets are simple and quick to make. They taste great hot or cold and can be served with vegetables or sauces

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Helmut Fuchs' Keto Pizza (Margarita)
Helmut Fuchs' Keto Pizza (Margarita)

It is low carb alternative to pizza and it is great if you are on the keto diet , or simply want to cut out carbs.

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Helmut Fuchs' Tomato avocado cream soup with mozzarella
Helmut Fuchs' Tomato avocado cream soup with mozzarella

Both tomatoes and avocados are great healthy ingredients; lots of antioxidants, healthy fats, and taste great

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Stephen MacNiven's Baked egg, beetroot and mozzarella frittata served with potato rosti
Stephen MacNiven's Baked egg, beetroot and mozzarella frittata served with potato rosti

Brunch, lunch or dinner, this dish from Stephen MacNiven at Radisson Blu is a delicious meal at anytime of the day.

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Fabio’s minestrone soup
Fabio’s minestrone soup

A delicious, filling soup courtesy of Fabio of Beresford Street Kitchen

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Jen's Quiche Lorraine
Jen's Quiche Lorraine

There's a reason why quiche is a classic. Why not try Jen's from Beresford Street Kitchen recipe?

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Amy’s chicken stir-fry
Amy’s chicken stir-fry

A quick, healthy and tasty dinner for all to enjoy. Here's the BSK version of a stir-fry

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Gill Kay’s Colcannon (cál ceannann)
Gill Kay’s Colcannon (cál ceannann)

A vegan take on a classic Irish dish which is easy to make and very filling.

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Gill Kay’s Vegan Guinness and mushroom pie and peas
Gill Kay’s Vegan Guinness and mushroom pie and peas

Guinness officially became vegan-friendly in 2018, so everyone can enjoy this hearty pie.

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Yvonne Corbin’s Cauliflower and chickpea curry
Yvonne Corbin’s Cauliflower and chickpea curry

This recipe is a great example of what you can do with store cupboard ingredients and seasonal vegetables.

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