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Blueberry & Honey Overnight Oats

25th May 202227th June 2022 Sallyfood0 comment

Blueberry and Honey overnight oats is easy to make (less than 10 minutes in fact!) and a tasty way to start your day. Keeping your tummy fuller for longer they are high in fibre. With added ingredients such a fruit, honey, seeds and milk your breakfast is full of vitamins and minerals too. This recipe serves 1. Ingredients 40g blueberries 60g oats 2 tablespoons honey 60g milk 30g Greek yoghurt or Protein powder 1 tablespoon chia seeds This recipe can all be mixed in one bowl, then poured into your…

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Energy Label Reform

18th May 2022 Sallyenergy label0 comment

From March 2021 the energy rating labels on white goods such as washing machines, dishwashers, fridge freezers have changed to simpler A-G rating. Currently there is still a lot of confusion surrounding these changes as consumers first reaction to seeing a F rated appliance is that is must be bad. This is not the case. The most popular models of fridge freezers will now be rated E & F, they are highly efficient (formerly known A++ & A+). These new ratings are set out to make it easier…

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Steam Irons Vs Steam Generators

12th May 202218th May 2022 Sallyirons0 comment

Some people are very particular when it comes to how their clothes look… Others prefer to avoid ironing all together (Ironing is known as one of Britain’s most hated household jobs after all). Steam Generator A steam generator produces more heat than a traditional steam iron, this is due to the larger water tank in the base, and the separate boiler ensuring steam is produced quicker. Thanks to the larger water tank you can iron continuous for longer… up to 2 hours for some models! This type of iron produces…

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Spring Clean Checklsit

12th March 202012th March 2020 Sallyspring clean, Vacuum0 comment

Spring cleaning is the perfect opportunity to get rid of any stuff you can live without or anything not used. Why not get organised this spring with a spring clean checklist? Designed to make the task a little more bearable, tackling one room at a time, your spring clean doesn’t need to be done in one day. Start by going through each room in your house and write down what needs to be done. Create a play list of your favourite songs to keep up the motivation. Kitchen Disinfect and…

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National Frozen Food Day

5th March 202018th May 2022 SallyFrozen Food, iceking0 comment

Thanks to frozen food we never have to cook, food can be kept in the freezer for 3 months or longer. March the 6th is this year’s frozen food day. Why not celebrate with a cooked frozen meal in front of the telly? Frozen food may have been around for decades, but it wasn’t until after the creation of the microwave in the 1940’s that heating frozen foods became much easier. Today you will see aisles of frozen foods in grocery stores from different brands with many dietary habits and…

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Cooker Hoods

21st February 202021st February 2020 Sallycooker hoods0 comment

Cooker hoods are not normally the first thing you think about when upgrading your kitchen, however they are incredibly usefull. Sitting above your hobs or cookers this appliance prevents your kitchen from collecting dirt and grease a well as removing odours during cooking. Types of Cooker Hoods A wide range of cooker hoods can be used for extraction or re-circulation. An extraction cooker hood works by extracting the smells and grease by pumping it outside using ducting. This method is more efficient but can be louder as more power…

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

10th February 202010th February 2020 Sallyfood0 comment

Overnight oats are a perfect go-to, make-ahead breakfast ideal for busy mornings. They are healthy and full of natural filling power. Making oats the night before is like cooking them, by soaking the oats you are breaking down the starch and reducing the natural phytic acid, helping your body utilize the oat’s nutrients more efficiently. Carrot cake overnight oats is easy to make and full of flavour. The preparation time is only 10 minutes and there is no cooking involved. This recipe serves 1 but can easily be altered for…

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Chicken and Mushroom Pie

22nd January 202022nd January 2020 Sallycooking, pie0 comment

Chicken and mushroom pie is a British traditional dish, popular throughout the whole year, especially during the winter months, acting as comfort food keeping you warm. Chicken and mushroom pie tends to be rich and creamy with lots of flavour, made from puff pastry. Best eaten on the day of baking, although leftovers can be store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, reheating in a microwave. Ingredients 350g Cooked Chicken 25g Butter 1 Large Onion Chopped 150g Mushroom Sliced 25g Flour 150ml Chicken Stock…

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Best Selling Tumble Dryers

13th January 202018th May 2022 Sallytumble dryer0 comment

Tumble dryers are one of our best selling appliances during the winter months. Coming in various sizes and types, the average drum size comes with 6-7 kg capacity. There are 3 main types of tumble dryers; Vented Works by expelling warm and dumping air out through a large circular opening installed in an external wall, or through an open window Condenser Condenses the damp air back into water. The water is then automatically collected in a plastic container, which you have to remove and empty manually after each use. Heat…

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Easy to make Mince Pies

19th December 201919th December 2019 Sallymince pies0 comment

The sign of mince pies in the shops means the festive season has begun. They are still a favourite family tradition during this time or year and have been around since the 18th Century. Whether you are enjoying biting into one with a glass of mulled wine in the comforts of your home or at a Christmas party they are crispy and full of flavour. Mince Pies now come in many varieties and are widely available. This mince pie recipe is easy to make and will make around 12 pies.…