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    32 teams. 32 dishes.One international feast of football.

    Are you ready for

    The Big Cook Off

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    Football fevers got us hanging on for

    the half time whistle so we can rush in

    to prepare some world class footywatching treats.

    These smart recipes let you get creative

    with cooking plus they keep the planet

    on side as theyre all energy rated too.

    Were a fan of that.

    There are 32 simple football themed

    dishes here for you to try inspired by

    the nations partaking in this Summers

    big tournament.

    Look out for the star ratings on each recipe

    that let you know how energy efficient it

    is to cook.

    There are some nifty energy saving tips

    too to help you save power and money

    and avoid a home goal.

    Dont forget to fly your foodie flag by

    backing the England 2018 Bid and serve

    up a slice of English Steak and Ale pie;

    flick to page 20 to give it a try.

    Let your taste buds wander the globewith npowers Big Cook Off.

    Bon appetite!

    Si and Dave

    HAIRY BIKERS: FOREWORDIts all kicking off in the kitchen!

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    The star ratings in this book are based on the total amount of time that an oven, grill, hob, microwaveor kettle are used for. They are calculated using approximate KWh values for each method of cooking.They assume that all cooking is done using an electrical appliance. Please note that the ratings areindicative only and are intended to help people understand how different types of cooking use different

    amounts of energy as the amount of energy that individual appliance consume will vary significantlybased on age and manufacturer.

    Energy Ratings

    Workings

    Oven = 3 KWh for one hour; 0.5 KWh for 10 mins

    Hob = 2 KWh for one hour; 0.33 KWh for 10 mins

    Microwave = 1 KWh for 1.5 hours; 0.11 KWh for 10 mins

    Kettle = 1 KWh for 7 litres; 0.14 KWh for 1 litreGrill = 1 KWh for 40 mins; 0.25 KWh for 10 mins

    = 0.0 - 0.9 KWh

    = 1.0 - 1.9 KWh= 2.0 - 2.9 KWh

    = 3.0 - 3.9 KWh

    = 4.0 KWh +

    Scale

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    Feed yourself withoutcooking the climate

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    npower is proud to be an Official Supporter of Englands

    bid to host the 2018 FIFA World CupTM and to celebrateweve found recipes from each of the 32 countries

    playing the beautiful game.

    So why not have a go and rustle up an international feast

    whether its Steak & Ale pie from England, Paella from

    Spain or some Hokey Pokey biscuits from New Zealand.

    Youre sure to find something to kick off every match.

    We hope you enjoy trying out these recipes.

    Heres to a fantastic summer of football.

    npower.com/backthebid

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    CONTENTSAlgeria ............................................................................. 8

    Argentina.........................................................................9

    Australia.........................................................................10

    Brazil...............................................................................12

    Cameroon......................................................................13

    Chile ...............................................................................14

    Cote dlvoire..................................................................16

    Denmark ........................................................................18

    England ......................................................................... 20

    France............................................................................ 22

    Germany....................................................................... 24

    Ghana............................................................................28

    Greece........................................................................... 26

    Honduras ......................................................................28

    Italy................................................................................ 29

    Japan..............................................................................30

    Korea Republic ............................................................. 33

    Korea DPR..................................................................... 34

    Mexico........................................................................... 36

    Netherlands..................................................................38

    New Zealand................................................................ 39

    Nigeria...........................................................................40

    Paraguay ....................................................................... 42

    Portugal.........................................................................44

    Serbia.............................................................................46

    Slovakia......................................................................... 47

    Slovenia.........................................................................48

    South Africa..................................................................49

    Spain.............................................................................. 50

    Switzerland................................................................... 52

    Uruguay ........................................................................ 53

    USA................................................................................ 54

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    SERVES: 4

    Oneaccusationyoucantthr

    owatmeisthatIvealwaysdonemybest.AlanShearer

    Algeria

    INGREDIENTS

    ALGERIAN COUSCOUS

    METHOD

    1. Cut vegetables in to large chunks and cook in

    chicken stock for 15 mins.

    2. Add chicken and tomato sauce and simmer for

    a further 10 mins.3. Cook couscous according to instruction on package.

    4. Serve couscous on plates and cover with the chicken

    and vegetables.

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    Energy Rating

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    MAKES: 16

    Australia

    INGREDIENTS

    ANZAC BISCUITS

    METHOD1. Heat oven to 180C/gas 4.

    2. Melt the butter in a small pan and stir

    in the golden syrup.

    3. Add the bicarbonate of soda to 2 tbspboiling water, then stir into the golden

    syrup and butter mixture.

    4. Put the oats, coconut, flour and sugar

    in a bowl. Make a well in the middle of

    the dry ingredients and pour in the butter

    and golden syrup mixture. Stir gently to

    incorporate the dry ingredients.

    5. Put dessert spoonfuls of the mixture on

    to buttered baking sheets, about 2.5cmapart to allow room for spreading.

    6. Bake in batches for 8-10 mins until golden.

    7. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

    Sometimesinfootballyou

    havetoscoregoals.ThierryHenry

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    Cameroon

    INGREDIENTS

    1 can coconut milk

    BANANA AND PINEAPPLE SALAD

    METHOD1. Boil the coconut milk until it thickens and

    set it aside to cool.

    2. Layer in individual glass dishes the bananas,

    tomatoes, pineapple, and avocado and top

    with chopped peanuts and the thickenedcoconut milk.

    3. Serve cold.

    SERVES: 4

    Itwasabigreliefoffmy

    shoulder.PaulGascoigne

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    SERVES: 2

    INGREDIENTS

    Chile

    PRAWN CEVICHE

    METHOD

    1. Poach the prawns in boiling salted water with the lemon slices

    and coriander stalks for 2 minutes.

    2. Mix together the papaya, mango, tomato, onion, chilli,

    Toss with the prawns.

    3. Chill for about 10-15 minutes. Serve on a bed of mixed leaves.

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    Energy Rating

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    SERVES: 6

    Cote dlvoire

    INGREDIENTS

    3 large ripe mangoes, peeled (reserve some for decoration) 3 tbsp Cointreau or another orangeliqueur of your choice 570 ml double cream (quantity optional) mint sprigs for garnish

    MANGO FOOL

    METHOD1. Remove stone rom mangoes.

    blend to a puree.

    spoon in to serving glasses with the puree.

    4. Top with the remaining mango.

    5. Chill beore serving and garnish with the mint.

    Leedsisagreatclubanditsbeenmyhomeforyears,eventhoughIliveinMiddlesbrough.JonathanWoodgate

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    2. Put the fesh in a blender with the liqueur,

    3. Whip the cream until it holds its shape and

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    MAKES: 30

    INGREDIENTS

    Denmark

    BOLLER (DANISH BUNS)

    METHOD

    1. Mix the flour, yeast, salt, 1-2 teaspoons

    sugar and melted butter.

    2. Add warm water (not too hot as it will

    kill the yeast).

    3. Knead for 5 10 mins until smooth.

    4. Leave to rise for 30 mins in warm place.

    5. Form in to bun shapes and leave to rise

    for a further 30 mins.

    6. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sesame

    seeds or sugar.

    7. Bake the Bollers at 220C/gas 7 for10 15 mins.

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    England

    INGREDIENTS

    STEAK& ALE PIE

    METHOD1. Preheat the oven to 220C/Gas 7.

    2. Pour flour into a bowl and season well.

    3. Coat the meat with the seasoned flour.

    4. Heat half the butter in a heated pan and add

    the meat. Sear all over until golden brown.

    5. Add the vegetables, herbs, ale and stock. Bring

    to a simmer, then cover with a lid and gently

    simmer for 1 hour.

    6. When cooked, season, add the remaining butter

    and pour into an ovenproof serving dish.

    7. Brush the edge of the dish with the beaten egg.

    8. Roll out the pastry using as little flour as

    possible and place over the dish.

    9. Pinch the edges of the dish so that the pastry

    will stick to it and trim off any remaining pieces

    of pastry from around the edge.

    10. Brush the pastry top thoroughly with the

    remaining beaten egg and place on a baking tray.

    11. Bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes until the

    pastry is golden brown on top.

    SERVES: 4

    2020

    Energy Rating

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    Back the bid to host the2018 FIFA World Cupwith npower

    Register your vote

    npower.com/backthebid

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    INGREDIENTS100 - 200g whole round of Brie cheese (with the edible white casing intact)

    France

    BAKED BRIE

    OVEN METHOD

    1. Heat oven to 180C/Gas 4.

    2. Place cheese in an oven proof dish.

    3. Spread top with butter; cover with almonds

    (optional).

    4. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until centre feels

    soft when you push down with a spoon.

    5. Serve warm with sliced French bread or crackers.

    1. Cut a cross in top of cheese.

    2. Put on a plate suitable for microwaving.

    3. Cook on high for 50 seconds 1 min.

    4. Peel back the top and serve.

    SERVES: 4

    MICROWAVE METHOD

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    Energy Rating Oven

    Energy Rating Microwave

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    SERVES: 4

    Germany

    INGREDIENTS

    BAUERNFRHSTCK

    METHOD1. Fry the bacon until crisp. Remove and drain

    on paper towel.

    2. Remove the bacon fat from the frying pan,

    add the butter and saute the onion until soft.

    3. Add the cooked potatoes and brown lightly.

    4. Beat the eggs lightly, add the salt, pepper,

    milk and the chopped bacon.

    5. Pour the egg mixture over the onions and

    potatoes and stir occasionally until cooked.

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    SERVES: 4

    INGREDIENTS

    Ghana

    GROUNDNUT TOFFEE (PEANUT TOFFEE)

    METHOD

    1. Put sugar in to a saucepan and heat over

    a medium heat for about 15 - 20 minutes

    stirring frequently until melted and

    light brown in colour.

    2. Add butter and mix well.

    3. Slowly stir in nuts until well coated.

    4. Dampen a heat resistant board and pour

    the toffee mixture onto it.

    5. Roll mixture into balls using a metal

    or wooden spoon.

    6. Cool and store in a tight plastic

    container until ready to serve.

    IdliketoplayforanItalianclub,likeBarcelona.MarkDraper

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    SERVES: 8

    Greece

    INGREDIENTS

    For the sauce:

    DOLMADES (STUFFED VINE LEAVES)

    METHOD1. Place the onion, rice and dried mint into a largebowl and mix thoroughly. Add the olive oil and

    season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

    2. Put two vine leaves together, place a generous

    tablespoon of the mixture into the centre and

    roll up tightly. Repeat to make 8 parcels.3. Pack all the stuffed vine leaves into a pan and

    cover with a heavy lid smaller than the pan to

    secure the vine leaves. Pour in water to cover

    the lid. Bring the water to the boil and simmer

    for 10 15 mins until the leaves are tender and

    the stuffing is cooked.

    4. Remove vine leaves from the pan and keep

    warm. Reserve the cooking liquid from the

    vine leaves for the lemon sauce.

    To make the sauce

    together in a small saucepan.6. Slowly stir in the water from the cooked vine

    leaves and mix thoroughly, taking care that the

    eggs do not curdle. Cook over a gentle heat for

    2-3 minutes until the sauce is thickened.

    7. Serve immediately with the cooked vine leaves.

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    SERVES: 1

    INGREDIENTS

    2 soft flour tortilla

    Filling:a few chopped coriander leaves

    Honduras

    QUESADILLAS

    METHOD

    1. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.

    2. Lay a tortilla flat and sprinkle a handful of

    the ingredients over the tortilla.

    3. Place the other tortilla on top to create a

    sandwich.

    4. Place on a griddle or dry non stick pan

    and cook each side for approx. 1 min or

    until the cheese has melted.

    5. When cooked, transfer to a plate.

    6. Serve with salsa and soured cream.

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    Energy Rating

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    Italy

    INGREDIENTS

    1 x 25cm pizza base

    Topping:

    MARGARITA PIZZA

    METHOD1. Heat oven to 230C/gas 8.

    2. Put pizza base on a greased baking tray.

    3. Arrange the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese

    on top of the base.

    4. Season to taste, sprinkle over the basil and

    drizzle with olive oil.

    5. Bake in oven for 15 20 mins or until the crust

    is crispy and the cheese melted.

    SERVES: 2

    Ofthenineredcardsthisseasonweprobablydeserve

    dhalfofthem.ArseneWenger

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    SERVES: 2

    INGREDIENTS

    Japan

    STIR-FRIED TERIYAKI STEAK WITH SAVOY CABBAGE

    METHOD

    1. Slice the steak into thin strips.

    2. Heat a little oil in a wok.

    3. Add the steak and onion, stirring

    continuously until ingredients start

    to brown.

    4. Add the sauce and a splash of water

    and toss to coat, bubbling off any

    excess liquid.

    5. Pour onto a plate to rest.

    6. In the same pan add the cabbage

    and stir-fry until it wilts.

    7. Season with soy sauce and toss,

    add the steak and toss together.

    8. Serve with rice or noodles.

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    Football and cookery

    are the two most

    in the country.Delia Smith

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    INGREDIENTS

    For the batter: 100g plain white flour

    Korea Republic

    CHON (BATTERED VEGETABLES)

    METHOD

    1. Preheat the oven to low.

    2. In a large mixing bowl beat together the flour,

    water and eggs until smooth.

    3. Heat 2 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan

    and place some flour on a plate.

    4. Roll the vegetables in the flour, dip in the batter

    to coat evenly then drop into the hot oil and fry

    over medium heat until batter is a deep golden

    brown on the outside.

    5. Cook each vegetable in small batches

    starting with the potatoes. As each batch

    is done, drain on kitchen paper and place

    in the oven to keep warm.

    6. You may have to add more oil as you go

    but make sure it is hot before adding the

    next batch of vegetables.

    7. Serve hot sprinkled with chilli soy sauce

    if desired.

    SERVES: 4

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    Energy Rating

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    SERVES: 4

    Korea DPR

    INGREDIENTS

    KOREAN HAMBURGERS

    METHOD1. Mix together all the ingredients.

    2. Shape into 4 patties.

    3. Grill or fry until the patties are brown and

    cooked thoroughly.

    4. Serve on a bun with Teriyaki Sauce and salad.

    Energy Rating

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    SERVES: 2

    Mexico

    INGREDIENTS

    4 flour tortillas

    Filling:

    CHICKEN FAJITA

    METHOD1. Heat olive oil in a large pan.

    2. Fry the chicken and quickly brown all over.

    3. Add the chilli powder and cook for 1 minute.

    4. Transfer the chicken onto a plate and insame pan cook the onion and red pepper

    until softened.

    5. Add the green beans, tomatoes and the

    chicken, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

    6. Stir in the coriander and roll in warm tortillas.

    7. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

    Energy Rating

    38

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    SERVES: 4

    INGREDIENTS

    on top

    Netherlands

    OLIEBOLLEN

    METHOD1. Dissolve the yeast in the water and mix for

    10 seconds.

    2. Add the flour and mix well for about

    20 seconds (for best results use the lowest

    setting on an electric mixer).3. Add the salt, sugar, cinnamon, a few drops

    4. Set aside to rise for 45 minutes.

    5. Heat the oil.

    6. Form balls using two spoons or an ice cream

    scoop and deep fry a few at a time, for about

    6 minutes each, turning them halfway through.

    7. Drain on absorbent paper and liberally

    sprinkle with icing sugar.

    Winningdoesntreallymattera

    slongasyouwin.VinnyJones

    Energy Rating

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    MAKES: 8

    New Zealand

    INGREDIENTS

    1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

    HOKEY POKEY BISCUITS

    METHOD1. Heat oven to 180C, gas mark 4.

    2. Mix butter, sugar, golden syrup and milk

    in a saucepan. Heat until the butter has

    melted and the mixture is nearly boiling,

    stirring constantly.

    3. Remove from the heat and cool to lukewarm.

    4. Sift flour and bicarbonate of soda together

    and add to the cooled mixture. Stir well.

    5. Roll tablespoons of the mixture into balls

    and place on an oven tray. Flatten with

    a floured fork.

    6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until

    golden brown.

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    PREPARATION TIME: 5 MINUTES COOKING TIME: 1 HOUR SERVES: 4

    Some people thinkfootball is a matter of

    life and death. I assureyou, its much more

    serious than that.

    Bill Shankly

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    INGREDIENTS

    Cake:

    Chocolate Cream Filling:

    Caramel Sauce:

    Oatmeal Topping:

    Paraguay

    Icouldntset

    tleinItaly-itwaslikelivinginaforeigncountry.IanRush

    Energy Rating

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    SERVES: 4

    CREAM FILLED COOKIE CAKE

    METHOD

    1. Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder

    and salt into a bowl.

    2. Mix in lemon peel.

    3. Add butter and mix with fingers to a bread

    crumb consistency.

    5. Divide dough into five equal parts and roll out

    each part into a circle about 10 inches

    in diameter.

    6. Place circles on greased proof paper andbake at 200C/gas 6 for 6 to 8 minutes,

    until lightly browned.

    7. Allow to cool.

    8. Stack cake layers, spreading each layer with

    the warm chocolate cream filling. Pour the

    caramel sauce over top and then sprinkle

    with the oatmeal topping.

    9. Chill in refrigerator for at least 3 hours

    before serving.

    FOR THE CHOCOLATE CREAM FILLING:

    1. Mix together the cornflour, sugar,

    cocoa powder, and egg yolks.

    2. Set aside.

    3. Heat milk in a bowl over hot water.

    4. Gradually add cocoa mixture and stir

    constantly, until mixture thickens.

    Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

    FOR THE CARAMEL SAUCE:

    1. Combine sugar and water in a heavy

    saucepan and cook over medium heat,

    stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.

    2. Bring to boil for 10 minutes without stirring.

    3. Let cool slightly.

    FOR THE OATMEAL TOPPING:

    1. Melt butter over medium heat.

    2. Add sugar and oatmeal, and stir constantly,

    until mixture becomes lightly browned.

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    SERVES: 4

    Portugal

    INGREDIENTS

    FRUIT SALAD WITH PORT

    METHOD1. Cut the melon in half and scoop out the flesh.

    2. Cut remaining fruit except the grapes in to bite

    sized chunks and put in a bowl together

    with the grapes.

    and mix together.

    4. Add the port and thoroughly mix again.

    5. Serve with cinnamon or nutmeg to taste.

    IveseenthemontelevisiononaSundaymorningmostdaysoftheweek.

    JackCharlton

    Energy Rating

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    INGREDIENTS

    1/2 tsp paprika

    CEVAPCICI

    METHOD1. Preheat a grill on medium-low heat.

    2. Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl.

    3. Mix well using your hands and form into finger

    length sausages about 2.5cm thick.

    4. Lightly oil the grilling surface.

    5. Grill sausages for approx. 30 minutes until

    cooked through, turning occasionally.

    Serbia

    SERVES: 4

    WellClive,Itsaboutthe2Msmovementandpositioning.

    RonAtkinson

    Energy Rating

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    Slovakia

    INGREDIENTS

    BRYNDZOVE HALUSKY

    METHOD

    SERVES: 8

    1. Peel and grate raw potatoes and mix with

    flour and add a little water if necessary.

    2. Add salt to taste.

    3. Make small balls with a tea spoon and

    carefully lower into bubbling salted water.4. Boil until they float to the surface.

    5. Remove from the water and rinse

    with water.

    6. Mix with feta cheese.

    7. Serve with the fried bacon.

    Energy Rating

    48

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    INGREDIENTS

    BAKED MUSHROOMS WITH CHEESE

    METHOD1. Preheat oven to 150C/gas 2.

    2. Wipe mushroom caps clean and remove

    the stems.

    3. Cut the cheese into squares to fit between

    two mushroom caps.

    4. Make a sandwich of two mushroom

    caps with one square of sliced cheese

    between them.

    5. Secure with a cocktail stick, and place

    the mushrooms into greased baking dish.

    6. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until

    the cheese melts.

    7. Serve warm.

    Slovenia

    SERVES: 4

    Ialwaysusedtoputmyrightbootonfirst,andthenobviouslymyrightsock.

    BarryVenison

    Energy Rating

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    SERVES: 4

    South Africa

    INGREDIENTS

    cinnamon or sugar (optional)

    PUMPKIN FRITTERS

    METHOD1. Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl.

    2. Add the eggs and mix until the batter is thick

    and will hold its shape when tested with a

    spoon. If the batter is too stiff, add a tiny

    amount of milk or more flour if too runny.

    3. Heat oil in a pan, scoop up heaped tablespoons

    of batter and place into pan leaving a good

    space between fritters.

    4. Fry both sides until firm and golden.

    5. To test if fritters are cooked, press them

    down lightly. If they spring back then they

    are cooked.

    6. Serve warm, either as a side dish, or as a

    dessert with plenty of crunchy cinnamon

    flavoured sugar.

    Energy Rating

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    SERVES: 4

    INGREDIENTS

    PAELLA

    METHOD1. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan.

    2. Saute the leek or onion for 5 mins

    (avoid browning).

    3. Add the chorizo and fry until it releases its oils.

    4. Stir in the turmeric and rice until coated by

    the oil.

    5. Pour in the stock and bring to the boil, then

    simmer for 15 mins, stirring occasionally.

    6. Add the peas and cook for 5 mins.

    7. Stir in the seafood to heat through

    for 2 mins or until rice is cooked.

    8. Season and serve immediately with

    lemon wedges.

    Spain

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    Energy Rating

    52

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    Switzerland

    INGREDIENTS

    ROSTI

    METHOD

    1. Heat oven to 200C/gas 6.2. Peel the potatoes and place them in a pan

    of cold, salted water. Bring to the boil,

    simmer for 3 mins, drain and leave to cool.

    3. When cool enough to handle, neatly slice a few.

    4. Coat the bottom of a round ovenproof non

    stick pan with butter, then place a sprig of

    thyme in the middle.

    5. Cover with a slice of potato in the middle, then

    arrange the rest of the slices over the base of the

    pan, overlapping the slices in concentric circles.

    6. Slice the rest of the potatoes and tip into abowl, then pour over the rest of the butter,

    the nutmeg and the thyme leaves and

    season with salt and pepper.

    7. Toss everything together, then tip the seasoned

    potatoes over the arranged slices and press

    down gently to flatten.

    8. Drizzle the surface with a little olive oil andcook in the oven for 1hr-1hr 15mins until the

    sides look brown and crispy. Press it down

    every 20 mins with a fish slice.

    9. Carefully take the cake out of dish and serve

    on a plate.

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    PaulGascoigne

    SERVES: 4

    Energy Rating

    53

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    INGREDIENTS

    CHIVITO LOADED SANDWICH

    METHOD1. Fry the bacon, onion and bell pepper. Transfer

    to a plate.

    2. In the same pan and using the grease from the

    cooked bacon cook the steak

    3. When half way cooked add salt and place theham and mozzarella on top of the steak.

    4. Then fry the egg.

    5. Add some mayonnaise to the bread, then

    the steak with ham and cheese, followed

    by a slice of tomato, lettuce, bacon, onions,

    olives and bell pepper.

    Uruguay

    SERVES: 1

    Energy Rating

    54

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    USA

    INGREDIENTS

    4 eggs, lightly beaten

    BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE

    METHOD

    1. Preheat the oven to 180C/gas 4. Butter thesides and base of a 24cm cake tin.

    2. Place the biscuits into a food processor and

    pulse until the mixture resembles rough

    breadcrumbs. Mix the crushed biscuits with

    the melted butter and press down into the

    base of the tin.

    3. Beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract

    and eggs together in a large bowl until smooth

    and creamy.

    4. Pour into the tin and bake in the oven for 40

    minutes, or until pale golden. The cake should

    wobble slightly when tin is shaken.

    5. Remove from the oven and allow to coolin the tin for about 10-15 minutes.

    6. Carefully remove the cheesecake from the

    tin and transfer to a serving plate.

    7. Put blueberries in to a pan with the sugar

    and 1 tablespoon of water and gently cook for

    5 mins or until the mixture turns in to a syrup.

    Leave to cool.

    8. Serve cheesecake topped with the cooked

    blueberries. Decorate with remaining

    blueberries.

    SERVES: 4

    Energy Rating

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