Fermented foods needn’t get you in a pickle, thanks to James Cooper & Natalie Preston’s tasty recipes

Sauerkraut (fermented cabbage) is not only healthy and good for your gut but its distinct flavour lifts this simple salad with super crisp potatoes and salty ham. SERVES 4 | PREP 15 MINS | COOK 45 MIN

Ingredients (Serves 4 or 6 as a side dish) 1 red pepper, cut into 4 cm pieces500 g pumpkin, peeled and cut into4 cm pieces375 g parsnips, peeled and quarteredlengthwise, then cut in half175 g shallots

REAL FOOD CHAMPION ELLA MILLS HAS NOW MADE NUTRITIOUS COOKING SO SIMPLE THAT YOU CAN’T FAIL TO EAT WELL, ALL YEAR LONG

Ingredients (Serves 4) 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed1 avocado, peeled and diced1 tbs finely chopped red onion2 tbs fresh lime juice¼ cup loosely packed fresh coriander leaves½ tsp fine sea sal

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