FINYS FABULOUS FOODS AND FINDS

This is a baked Hawaiian chicken with mustard, honey and pepper strips.  I originally made it without bacon, however the addition of bacon has given it more flavour.  I have served it with broccoli and Falafel balls which I made from a packet mix.  Falafel balls CAN be made from scratch, however on this particular occasion, I did not have spare time to make them, so used the packet.  Of course home made is always far nicer! I have also added sliced part cooked potato slices to the top, and this is also optional.  It is baked as against fried, making it a healthier option. Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 60 minutes Makes: 3 servings Ingredients 3 rashers shortcut bacon (optional) ½ chicken cut to serving size 1 tblsp butter ½ small green pepper 125 g can crushed pineapple, drained 3 tsp mustard 3 tsp honey 3 tsp rum or sherry Paprika Sliced potato (optional) Instructions: Cut the bacon and fry it for a few minutes -I like bac...

Pizza is a favourite in my household.  I no longer buy pizza bases as I used to, as it is quite easy to make this, and once again, I know what has gone into it, and there are fewer chemicals if home made. The other thing about making your own bases is that you can have them as thick or as thin as YOU like it. There is one other huge benefit - my grandchildren do not like vegetables, but you can grate vegetables into this base, and they will not even taste it.  I call this "hidden vegetables", and it is a great way to get people who do not eat vegetables to at least eat carrot. I generally always put grated carrot in my base, however this is, of course an optional extra. You can put whatever you want on the toppings, and in this case, some of the visitors did not like certain items, so I had to make a different one for everyone! The ingredients in the toppings are therefore suggestions only, and can be varied to suit. Preparation Time: 45 minutes plus standing t...