The Weekly Pinch of Shopping: Your Ultimate Slow Cooking Sidekick
This week’s Pinch of Shopping is ALL ABOUT SLOW COOKING… and for good reason! Our latest book, Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is finally out in the world! We’ve been so excited to share this one with you! We can’t wait for you to discover just how easy and (tasty!) slow cooking can be.
Our cookbook is for seasoned slow cookers and newbies alike, so don’t worry if you’re new to the slow cooking game! And if you’ve already a slow cooker convert, get ready to simmer like never before! We’ve packed out this list with all kinds of inspo so you can make the most of your trusty pot, with plenty of our own recipes in there too (including some sneak peeks at the new book!). From fancy French-inspired beef bourguignon (you’ll only have to travel as far as Sainsbury’s for this one) to smoky pea and ham soup, and sweet, buttery hazelnut instant coffee, there’s truly something for everyone. We’ve even thrown in dessert! (Because your slow cooker’s more than capable of that, too!). You’ll just have to keep reading to see what’s for afters…
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Grab your shopping bags and get ready to stick that slow cooker on!
Heck 6 Smoky Pork Sausage Rashers – 68 calories per rasher
Love a good sausage sarnie but looking for something lighter? These Smoky Pork Sausage Rashers from Heck are just 68 calories per rasher. Pop them in a bun or in your weekend fry-up!
And if sausages are your thing, we have a feeling you’re going to love our Sticky Sausages recipe from our brand new Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker book. It’s juicy sausages caramelised in onions and marmalade… we’ll give you a moment to wipe that drool off your screen! We recommend pairing them with some creamy mashed potatoes for a delicious new take on bangers and mash.
Heck 6 Smoky Pork Sausage Rashers are available from Tesco, priced at £3 per pack.
Or give our Sticky Sausages a try! You can find them in our new book, Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker!
Aldi Toffee Filled Mini Muffins – 109 calories per muffin
If you’re anything like us, a little toffee treat is hard to resist – especially when it’s only 109 calories! Aldi’s Toffee Filled Mini Muffins are the perfect sweet bite, with a gooey surprise in the middle.
For a homemade version, the Toffee Pudding from our Slow Cooker book is a slightly fancier dessert that you can rustle up with minimal fuss, and it has that same comforting autumnal flavour we know everyone loves at this time of year.
Aldi Toffee Filled Mini Muffins are available from Aldi, priced at £1.79 per box.
Savour our Toffee Pudding, a brand new recipe from Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker.
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Petit Pois & Ham Soup – 172 calories per serving
We think this Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Petit Pois & Ham Soup is a winner as a cosy, low-calorie lunch option. Just what you need on those crisp autumn days when you’re looking for something warming and hearty but still light so you can stay on track to hit those calorie-counting goals
Or you could make your own soup from scratch. Our Smoky Bacon & Potato Soup (another Slow Cooker exclusive!) is a warming bowl you’ll be wanting on repeat.
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Petit Pois & Ham Soup is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £3 per tub — or £2.25 with your Nectar!
This Smoky Bacon & Potato Soup is a warming bowl from our new book.
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Beef Bourguignon Ready Meal for 1 – 364 calories per serving
When you don’t feel like cooking on your next cosy night in, reach for Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Beef Bourguignon. A super convenient ready meal for one, it’s totally fuss-free. All you need is your microwave!
If you’re like us and you prefer to slow cook your easy dinners, our Minced Beef Pie from our Slow Cooker book is another winner for toasty, fuss-free dinners. Pop the ingredients in your slow cooker, put your feet up, and get ready to dig in later!
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Beef Bourguignon Ready Meal for 1 is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £3.35 per meal — or just £2.51 with your Nectar card!
We have a feeling Minced Beef Pie is going to be a firm favourite from our latest book.
M&S Tikka Masala Curry Kit – 173 calories per 100g
Craving curry night? This M&S Tikka Masala Curry Kit makes things simple! Just coat your preferred protein and veg in the seasoning and you’re good to go!
For a complete curry recipe, why not try our Spicy Tomato Chicken Curry from Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker. We’ve gone for a healthy fakeaway feel that feels just as indulgent as an order from your local curry house!
M&S Tikka Masala Curry Kit is available online at Ocado, priced at £2.50 per packet.
Tuck into Spicy Tomato Chicken Curry from Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker.
Quorn Fajita Mini Fillets – 63 calories per ½ pack
Veggies, we’ve got your back too! These Quorn Fajita Mini Fillets caught our eye this week. Pre-marinated, ready to go, we think they’re perfect for popping in a salad or a pitta for your lunches.
Or you could use them to level up our Slow Cooker Vegetarian White Chilli for added protein and even more texture!
Quorn Fajita Mini Fillets are available from Morrisons, priced at £3.10 per packet – or 2 for £4!
Try our veggie twist on White Chilli.
Iceland Maple Glazed Chantenay Carrots – 113 calories per ¼ pack
Add a little sweetness to your evening meal with Iceland’s Maple Glazed Chantenay Carrots, they’re just over 100 calories per serving, adding extra flavour to your plate without any extra guilt.
These carrots are a great match for our 20 Minute Whole Chicken! A slow cooker staple from our website, this is a slimming-friendly roast that doesn’t call for hours spent standing over the oven.
Iceland Maple Glazed Chantenay Carrots are available from Iceland, priced at £2.50 per pack.
Pair them with our 20 Minute Whole Chicken.
Heinz Red Lentil Dhal Soup Pot – 187 calories per pot
Who doesn’t love a lunch that’s ready in minutes? Heinz Red Lentil Dhal Soup Pot is an autumnal fridge staple. Stick it in the microwave and then tuck in with a side salad or a crusty piece of bread!
For more Indian-inspired flavours, our Chana Masala cooks all on its own in your slow cooker, no faffing required! Find it in Pinch of Nom: Enjoy.
Heinz Red Lentil Dhal Soup Pot is available online at Ocado – currently reduced to £1.80!
Warm up with a bowl of our Chana Masala, you’ll find it in Pinch of Nom: Enjoy.
Nescafé Mocha Chocolate Hazelnut – 78 calories per mug
Bailey’s season is fast approaching, and so are our cravings for a cosy cuppa! We love the look of this Nescafé Mocha Chocolate Hazelnut as a mid-morning pick-me-up.
Our latest cookbook, Slow Cooker, also has a dreamy Bailey’s Hot Chocolate recipe for you to try. (It was our pleasure testing this one!).
Nescafé Mocha Chocolate Hazelnut is available online at Ocado – currently on offer for £3.50!
Sip on our Bailey’s Hot Chocolate – find the recipe in Slow Cooker.
Silver Hill Duck Slow Cooked Confit of Duck – 311 calories per 100g
Next time you’re trying to impress dinner party guests, pop this Silver Hill Duck Slow Cooked Confit of Duck into your Ocado trolley. It’s rich, succulent, and ready in no time at all!
Or take things a step further with our nourishing Slow Cooker Lamb and Lentil Stew, cooked on a low simmer for hours to keep things extra juicy, with little to no intervention needed once your prep’s out of the way! Your guests will be begging for the recipe and you barely had to lift a finger.
Silver Hill Duck Slow Cooked Confit of Duck is available online at Ocado, priced at £5.50 per pack.
How about a hearty bowl of our Lamb Stew?
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Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection
Tasty meals don’t have to cost a fortune! And Aldi is once again proving it with their affordable Super 6 selection. Scroll down to see the latest bargains and our recipe suggestions…
Sweetheart Cabbage
Steam it as a side for our Minced Beef Hotpot.
Chantenay Carrots
Another option to go alongside our 20 Minute Whole Chicken!
Celery
Celery adds a crunch to our Spaghetti Bolognese.
Onions are an essential ingredient for our Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne!
We think these would complement our Slow Cooker Minted Lamb Shepherd’s Pie (a brand new Slow Cooker exclusive) perfectly!
Use these to flavour our Slow Cooker Citrus Pork – another never-before-seen recipe from Slow Cooker!
Remember: We don’t accept payment or gifts to include any of the products above – we just love them, and we hope you will too.