Food
Budget-friendly winter menu for four
by Abigail Spooner
Don't let your budget stop you from hosting friends. This menu will give you change from £20*
STARTER: Burnt orange and beetroot salad
This light, fuss-free starter pairs bitter citrus with earthy beetroot on a bed of creamy yogurt. Toasted seeds add crunch while a drizzle of honey provides welcome sweetness.
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Main: French onion meatballs with orzo
Caramelised onions, a rich beef broth and a golden cheesy topping… this is one-pot cooking at its most comforting.
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Side: Sautéed kale with garlic, chilli and lemon
Quick and easy, this vitamin-rich side adds heat and zing with flavourings from storecupboard staples you may already have on hand
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Dessert: Caramelised white chocolate mousse with forest fruits
The perfect get-ahead pud, full of sweet, creamy indulgence with tart, fruity berries for contrast. A great way to end your evening.
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*Prices calculated using best-value ingredients available in store at the time of the January 2025 edition of Sainsbury's magazine going to print. Excludes basic storecupboard ingredients such as salt and pepper.
