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The Guardian
6 days ago
- Health
- The Guardian
Moroccan chicken with spiced couscous from Clodagh McKenna
This impressive-looking dish from Irish chef, columnist and TV presenter Clodagh McKenna is surprisingly easy to pull together, making it perfect for an indulgent midweek meal or stress-free Sunday dinner. The Tesco Finest free-range chicken – full of flavour having been raised on a diet rich in corn – is doused in a smoked paprika marinade before cooking. Then it's served simply with spiced couscous made using stock from the chicken. Everything is finished off with harissa and a deliciously cooling mint dressing made with creamy Tesco Finest Greek yoghurt. Prep and cook 4 hrServes 4 For the chicken1 x 1.65kg Tesco Finest British cornfed free-range whole chicken 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground coriander ½ tsp smoked paprika 1 lemon, zest and juice 2 tbsp Tesco Finest Sicilian extra virgin olive oil For the chicken stock from the carcass 1 chicken carcass 1 carrot, peeled and sliced 1 stick of celery, sliced 2 Tesco Finest echalion shallots, chopped Any fresh herbs For the couscous400g couscous ½ tsp cumin ½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp coriander 1 x 400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 lemon, zest and juice 600ml hot chicken stock, made from the carcassHandful flat-leaf parsley, chopped For the mint yoghurt100ml Tesco Finest Greek yoghurt 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped To serve Harissa paste Start by making the chicken marinade. Place all the spices in a small bowl along with the lemon juice, zest and 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and whisk together. Rub the marinade all over the chicken and leave to marinate for 1 hour in a fridge. Heat the oven to 180C (160C fan)/350F/gas 4 and roast the marinated chicken for 1½ hours. Once it's cooked, remove all the meat from the carcass, tear into pieces and place to one side. To make the stock, put the carcass, the chopped vegetables and herbs in a large saucepan. Add enough cold water to cover everything, and season with black pepper. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat, put on a lid and allow to simmer for 1 hour. Strain through a sieve. Pour the couscous grains into a bowl and stir in the spices, lemon juice and zest, and then add 600ml of hot chicken stock. Cover the bowl and leave for 15 minutes. Separate the grains using a fork and stir in the chickpeas and parsley. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. In a separate bowl mix together the yoghurt and fresh mint. To serve, pile the couscous on to a large plate, top with the torn chicken and finish with generous dollops of mint yoghurt and harissa. Shop the ingredients for this recipe on and discover how Tesco Finest can make your everyday taste better
The Guardian
6 days ago
- Health
- The Guardian
Summer berry pavlova from Clodagh McKenna
As we come into summer, this hero of a dessert from Irish chef, columnist and TV presenter Clodagh McKenna is the perfect garden-party showstopper – it's showing off, done simply. Good quality egg whites are the secret to its fluffy and light meringue base, and then delicious, in-season Tesco Finest raspberries, blueberries and British strawberries – plump and bursting with irresistible sweetness – are piled high on top. Dreamy. Cook and prep 2 hrMakes 1 pavlova For the pavlova5 Tesco Finest free-range Welsh bluebell araucana eggs, whites only250g caster sugar 1 tsp corn starch ½ tsp white wine vinegar For the filling300ml whipping cream 300g mix of Tesco Finest strawberries, raspberries and blueberries 1 tbsp icing sugar Heat the oven to 160C (140C fan)/325F/gas 3 and line a baking tray with baking paper. Use an electric mixer to whisk the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until firm peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, whisking constantly until the mixture is thick and glossy and the sugar completely dissolved. Add the corn starch and vinegar, and gently fold in until just combined. Pour the mixture on to the prepared baking tray in a circle shape and use the back of a wooden spoon to shape the meringue into a nest. Place the meringue in the heated oven and turn the heat down to 140C (120C fan)/275F/gas 1 and bake for 1½ hours. Once the meringue is cooked, turn off the heat and allow it to cool completely in the oven. Just before you are ready to serve, assemble the filling. Gently whisk the cream and spoon it into the centre of the meringue nest. Add the fresh berries on top, with a sprinkle of sieved icing sugar. If you have any edible flowers from your garden, you can add them here. Shop the ingredients for this recipe on and discover how Tesco Finest can make your everyday taste better
The Guardian
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Balsamic roasted tomato and burrata tart from Clodagh McKenna
This quick and easy roasted tomato and burrata tart from Irish chef, columnist and TV presenter Clodagh McKenna is elevated by ingredients of real quality from the Tesco Finest range, including a Sicilian extra virgin olive oil, beautifully intense balsamic vinegar and golden forest honey. Aromatic in-season Tesco Finest tomatoes and a luxurious, creamy Tesco Finest burrata cheese from Italy take the dish to another level. So simple. So delicious. Prep and cook 1 hrServes 6 2 sheets Tesco Finest ready rolled all-butter puff pastry 1 tbsp Tesco Finest balsamic vinegar of Modena 1 tbsp Tesco Finest Spanish forest honey 1 tbsp Tesco Finest Sicilian extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves 500g Tesco Finest tomatoes on the vine, sliced1 x 250g Tesco Finest Italian burrata, torn 8 fresh basil leaves, torn For glazing1 egg, beaten Heat the oven to 200C (180C fan)/390F/gas 6 and line a baking tray with baking paper. Place the two sheets of puff pastry on top of each other on a lightly floured work surface. Roll into a 28cm round, and then transfer to the prepared baking tray. Fold in 2cm of the pastry edges to create a border, overlapping so it's slightly wavy. Pop into the fridge while you get everything else ready. In a bowl mix together the balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil and fresh thyme, and toss with the sliced tomatoes, until they are completely coated. Remove the pastry from the fridge. Overlap the tomato slices in circles in the centre of the pasty until it is covered. Brush the border with the egg wash and bake in the oven for 25 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and then top with the torn burrata and the basil leaves. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and serve. Shop the ingredients for this recipe on and discover how Tesco Finest can make your everyday taste better
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Grocery Chain Launches Wedding Gift Packages Featuring Only 'Useful Stuff' Including Toilet Paper, Toothpaste and Trash Bags
One retailer is putting the practicality in wedding gift giving Tesco, the U.K.'s largest grocery chain, has launched a series of wedding gift bundles full of "really useful stuff" The packages, which range in price from about $52 to $96, feature items such as toilet paper, tea and trash bagsForget crystal, chinaware and kitchen appliances — one retailer thinks it knows what brides and grooms really want for their wedding gifts. Tesco, a British chain of stores selling groceries and general merchandise, has launched a range of wedding gift packages featuring some rather unconventional items, according to U.K. outlet The Herald. The packages, which are available on the wedding registry site are all about practicality rather than luxury. One £63 ($85) package, called "Tesco Really Useful Stuff," contains five 12-roll packs of toilet paper, garbage bags, two tubes of toothpaste, paper towels, antibacterial handsoap and shower products. The £39 ($52) "I Love Brew" gift set features a six-month supply of two British everyday comfort staples: tea and biscuits. For newlyweds wanting something a little more indulgent, Tesco offers the £72 ($96) "Dine-In Dates" bundle containing Tesco Finest ready-made meals and wine. The retailer — which also operates stores in Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic — acknowledged in a statement that the wedding gift packages are far from "romantic," but said the items address the 'real needs of modern couples across the U.K.' as they navigate their first year of marriage and set up a home together. "While toilet roll and teabags might not immediately seem like the most romantic option, it's clear from our research that these are the products that could help to get married life off to a brilliant start," Tesco said in a statement, per The Herald. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The chain said it had the idea for the gift packages after conducting a survey earlier this month of 2,000 newlywed or engaged couples. Nearly 90% of the participants agreed that the need for practical gifts is greater than it used to be, likely a sign of the challenging economy. Almost half of the respondents cited higher living costs. According to the survey, only 8% of couples wanted fine china and just 10% wanted crockery or towels. About 18% of couples said they would choose to have their weekly grocery shop covered for a year. Many poll participants also noted feeling stressed about the financial implications of their wedding, and said they would prefer to use wedding gifts to recoup costs and/or have a stockpile of everyday essentials to help lower their monthly household expenses. 'Our research has shown that it is the little things that matter most to couples, whether it is hearing about your partner's day over a cuppa and a biscuit, sharing the chores or making time for a dine-in date night," Tesco said, per The Herald. PEOPLE has reached out to Tesco for comment. Read the original article on People
Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Major supermarket launches wedding gift list featuring ‘weekly shop' items including bin liners and toilet roll
Scroll down for the full list of wedding bundles A MAJOR supermarket has launched a wedding gift list featuring a selection of weekly shop items that includes bin liners and toilet rolls. The store said it launched its new service in response to the "real needs of modern couples across the UK" as they navigated their first year of marriage. Advertisement 3 A major supermarket has launched a wedding gift list featuring a selection of weekly shop items that includes bin liners and toilet rolls Credit: Alamy 3 Couples felt that rising living costs meant they would prefer more practical gifts Credit: Getty 3 The service from Tesco offers six wedding bundles Credit: Alamy The service, available from Tesco on the wedding registry site Prezola, offers couples a range of packages covering everything from everyday essentials to more expensive Tesco Finest products. The bundles have been curated by Married At First Sight expert Mel Shilling and include items like shower gel, bin bags and toothpaste. Tesco admitted that it might not seem the most romantic option, but the supermarket explained it's what modern couples want. And their research shows that 2 in 5 couples are ditching items typically associated with wish lists, like fine china in favour of more practical items. Advertisement Only 40% of engaged or recently married couples wanted fine china and 10% wanted crockery or towels. While 18% would choose to have their weekly shop taken care of for a year. Nearly half of the engaged or recently married couples Tesco surveyed said this was mainly due to rising living costs. The supermarket found 63% of couples felt the financial implications of their wedding day caused them stress, with it taking an average of a year to pay off. Advertisement And 82% of them said they would prefer to use wedding gifts to help recoup costs after the day. While 93% said having a stockpile of everyday essential products would help them reduce their monthly outgoings. Beauty fans race to their local supermarket for fake tan holy grail as prices are slashed from £13 to less than £3 A Tesco spokeswoman said: 'Our research has shown that it is the little things that matter most to couples. "Whether it is hearing about your partner's day over a cuppa and a biscuit, sharing the chores or making time for a dine-in date night. Advertisement "While toilet roll and teabags might not immediately seem like the most romantic option. Tesco's New Wedding Bundles The Tesco wedding service offers couples six packages covering everything from everyday essentials to Tesco Finest products. The I Love Brew Bundle - £39 Tesco Finest 80 English Breakfast Tea Bags 250g x 3 Tesco Finest 80 Earl Grey Tea Bags 200g x 3 Tesco Finest Gold Loose Leaf Tea 250G x 3 Tesco Finest Milk Chocolate Florentines 105g x 3 Tesco Finest Free From White Chocolate & Cranberry Cookies 150g x 3 The Really Useful Stuff Bundle - £63 Tesco Luxury Soft Toilet Tissue 12 Double Rolls x 5 Tesco Essentials Cavity Protect Toothpaste 100Ml x 2 Tesco Extra Strong Drawstring Refuse Sacks 50 Litre 20 Pack x 2 Tesco Kitchen Towel 4 Roll x 2 Tesco Extracts Magnolia Antibacterial Handwash 500ml x 2 Tesco Extracts Shampoo - Apple 500ml x 2 Tesco Extracts Tropical Conditioner 500Ml x 2 Tesco Extracts Pink Pink Grapefruit & Basil Shower Gel 500Ml x 2 The Sweets For My Sweet Bundle - £66 Tesco Finest Peru Dark Chocolate x 5 Tesco Finest Dine In Melt in The Middle Chocolate Fondants 310g x 5 Tesco Tiramisu 2 x 85g x 5 Tesco Sticky Toffee Puddings 2 Pack 235g x 5 Tesco Finest Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream 480ml x 5 The Dine-in Dates Bundle - £72 Tesco Finest Dine In Al Forno Lasagne 700g x 3 Tesco Finest Dine In Golden-baked Potato Dauphinoise 400g x 3 Tesco Finest Sauvignon Blanc 75Cl x 3 Tesco Finest Dine In Mixed Berry Trifles 2x150G x 3 Tesco Finest Dine In 30 Day Matured British Ranch Steaks With Wild Garlic Butter 323G x 3 Tesco Finest Dine In Triple Cook Chips with Cornish Sea Salt 400g x 3 Tesco Finest Malbec 75Cl x 3 Tesco Finest Dine In Salted Caramel Profiteroles 6pk x 3 The Perfect Hosts Bundle - £95 Birra Moretti Lager Beer 18 x 330ml Tesco Finest English Sparkling Wine x 2 Spritzi Blood Orange Tesco Finest Pinot Grigio Blush Tesco Finest Pina Colada Mocktail 250ml Tesco Finest Mojito Mocktail 250ml Tesco Finest Passion Fruit Mocktail 250ml Tesco Finest Floreal The A Toast To Love Bundle - £156 Tesco Finest Premier Cru Brut Champagne x 3 Tesco Finest Premier Cru Rose Champagne x 3 "It's clear from our research that these are the products that could help to get married life off to a brilliant start." The supermarket is offering newlyweds six bundles to choose from until 18 November. This includes - the really useful stuff - bundle which covers everyday essentials for six months, including toilet roll, toothpaste, bin bags and bathroom products for £63. Advertisement Tesco is also offering couples a - dine-in date - bundle, which costs £72, and for the tea-lovers an - I love brew - bundle for £39. There is also the pricier - the toast to love - bundle, which costs £156, which includes six of Tesco's finest premier champagnes. The average wedding now costs £23,250 and Mafs Mel said: "'Having the basics taken care of can help build the foundations of a relationship. "Allowing couples more time to focus on each other and get their married life off to a great start." Advertisement Censuswide surveyed 2,001 engaged or newly married respondents between May 2-7.
