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  • risotto, do you HAVE to use risotto rice? is this certain rice that doesnt go squishy?

    The best rices to use for risotto are arborio or carnoroli - they release a starch as they are cooked, creating the characteristic sauce, whilst keeping a little 'bite' in the centre.

    If you have long grain or basmati rices, you are better looking for a method that oven bakes - it won't be risotto, but it will probably be a very tasty, similar alternative ;) . Alternatively, use them in an indian biriani where they are perfect.
  • syn free brown sauce

    INGREDIENTS

    passata - 10 fl oz
    neat apple cordial - 4tbsp
    brown sweet n low - 2tbsp
    mixed spice - 1tsp
    soy sauce - 4tbsp
    onion powder - 1 tsp
    lemon juice - 1tbsp
    garlic powder - 1tsp

    METHOD
    • add all the ingredients in to a pan
    • bring to the boil
    • simmer until very thick
    • cool & serve
    syn free red sauce

    INGREDIENTS

    10 fl oz passata
    4 tbsp white wine vinegar
    1tbsp Worcestershire sauce
    2 tbsp sweetener

    METHOD


    • put all the ingredients in a pan
    • bring to the boil
    • simmer until thickened
    • allow to cool
    i made two big jars of this yesterday, made it a few weeks ago as a trail run and both son and hubby loved it, its fab on sw chips!

    How long do the sauces last for Eth,and how much does the recipe make?
    :T:jHalf a stone off,only another 2 to go!:j:T
    :p:D;)Cats are truly evil,like women....;):D:p
    Was 11 st 5,now 10 st 7,would like to be....9 stone
  • risotto, do you HAVE to use risotto rice? is this certain rice that doesnt go squishy?

    You could probably use pudding rice as this is a runny rice too.Risotto rices release more starch than others which is why it is used in the way it is.I have tried making risotto with regular long grain rice and although it tastes ok,it's really not the same!I would go the extra mile and get the correct rice for the job.
    :T:jHalf a stone off,only another 2 to go!:j:T
    :p:D;)Cats are truly evil,like women....;):D:p
    Was 11 st 5,now 10 st 7,would like to be....9 stone
  • reddeb
    reddeb Posts: 786 Forumite
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    peachyest wrote: »
    :hello: iluv ,mite have a look , every little helps , you can tell i work for tescos :o , anyway i hope everyone dosn't leave here , i know its the summer and we all have alot on , but we all still need to stay focused and help each other , so come on everyone get stuck in , peachy x

    I agree,
    I need the support and sometimes coming here as stopped me doing something silly with my diet! I can sit and type here in stead of going to the fridge!!!;)
    December 2011 Sesky Watch, strimmer, tv, hoover & steam cleaner. March 2012 Straw dogs blueray film.
  • Need you all to keep fingers crossed for me today girls, got my WI at 6pm instead of my usual 10am as it's Bank holiday and I really, really want that 3 stone sticker tonight!

    Good luck to everyone this week with their WI's.

    TG xxx
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  • Good luck TG - stay focussed today, and I'm sure you can do it. I usually weigh in at 6pm (on a tuesday), and try not to eat/drink anything after 4pm. I find that helps - for some reason I always fancy a cuppa about 5pm though and have to resist!

    I am seeking a miracle for toomorrow though - NOT been a great weekend (dietwise) - don't get me wrong, I have made really good decisions, and things could have been oh so much worse, but with 3 restaurant meals and a picnic:eek: under my belt (literally), even the best choices were destined to have a little oil (etc etc) out of my control.

    so today - Breakfast was a huge chunk of melon - lunch - chicken if I can get some from the shops! Those speed foods are gonna have to pay their way today!!
  • k1rkyc
    k1rkyc Posts: 238 Forumite
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    Hi all - good luck tonight Tractorgirl :)

    Question time.... does anyone know if Lilt and Fanta Zero cans are syn free? I assume they are as they are called Zero - ie nosugar, but if I look in the books or online, they aren't listed?? :confused:
  • k1rkyc wrote: »
    Hi all - good luck tonight Tractorgirl :)

    Question time.... does anyone know if Lilt and Fanta Zero cans are syn free? I assume they are as they are called Zero - ie nosugar, but if I look in the books or online, they aren't listed?? :confused:

    Yes, all Zero and diet drinks are Syn free so enjoy!!!
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  • reddeb
    reddeb Posts: 786 Forumite
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    Need you all to keep fingers crossed for me today girls, got my WI at 6pm instead of my usual 10am as it's Bank holiday and I really, really want that 3 stone sticker tonight!

    Good luck to everyone this week with their WI's.

    TG xxx

    Good luck tonight, hope you have good results as you creep on the scales if you're anything like me, tempted to go in my bikini some weeks, that'd clear the room!:D
    December 2011 Sesky Watch, strimmer, tv, hoover & steam cleaner. March 2012 Straw dogs blueray film.
  • Need you all to keep fingers crossed for me today girls, got my WI at 6pm instead of my usual 10am as it's Bank holiday and I really, really want that 3 stone sticker tonight!

    Good luck to everyone this week with their WI's.

    TG xxx

    TG,you're the SW pet,if you don't mind me saying so?!Got my fingers crossed but no doubt in my mind!Good luck Ms.Welly-Wearer!!!!;) :rotfl:
    :T:jHalf a stone off,only another 2 to go!:j:T
    :p:D;)Cats are truly evil,like women....;):D:p
    Was 11 st 5,now 10 st 7,would like to be....9 stone
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