M Hughes and Sons, Llandudno

Jerusalem Artichoke

admin adminison — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:02:43 +0000

This delicious root vegetable is often overlooked. It is so versatile, and easy to cook. Use it as you would a potato, or eat it raw in salads or lightly fried in a stir fry. Here is some interesting facts about it taken from Eat The Seasons website:

The misnamed Jerusalem artichoke has no real link with Jerusalem, and isn’t related to other artichokes. It looks a bit like a knobbly pink-skinned ginger root and has a sweet, nutty flavour, reminiscent of water chestnuts.
Although not widely used (perhaps because of its awkward appearance or anti-social effects – see NUTRITION), it is an inexpensive and versatile food that can be used both raw and cooked and makes a delicious soup.

HISTORY
Jerusalem artichokes are native to North America. The French explorer Samuel de Champlain brought them to Europe after coming across them at Cape Cod in 1605. He described them as tasting like artichokes, and is likely to be responsible for this part of their name. TheJerusalem part is thought to be derived from girasole, the Italian for sunflower to which they are related. Another theory suggests the name is a corruption ofTerneuzen, the Dutch city from where the root was introduced to England in 1616.

BIOLOGY
The Jerusalem artichoke plant (Helianthus tuberosus) is related to the sunflower and produces edible tubers. It is hardy and grows readily in cold climates.

NUTRITION
Jerualem artichokes are very rich in inulin, a carbohydrate linked with good intestinal health due to its prebiotic (bacteria promoting) properties. These health benefits come at a price; the food can have a potent wind-producing effect.
Jerusalem artichokes also contain vitamin C, phosphorus and potassium and are a very good source of iron.

TIPS
BUYING
Roots should be free from soft spots, wrinkles or sprouting. Knobbles and uneveness are unavoidable (and not indicative of quality), but smoother, rounder artichokes are easier to prepare.

STORING
Jerusalem artichokes will keep for a couple of weeks in the fridge.

PREPARING
Like potatoes, Jerusalem artichoke can be served with or without the skin – scrub clean and leave it on for maximum nutritional benefit.
Cook as you would potatoes – roast, sauté, bake, boil or steam. If peeling or cutting, drop pieces into water with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent discolouration. Unlike potatoes, Jerusalem artichoke can also be used raw (e.g. in salads) or lightly stir-fried.

OTHER STUFF
Jerusalem artichokes are used in the industrial production of fructose, which is derived from the inulin content of the vegetable.

More info and useful sites

Wikipedia – Jerusalem artichoke

BBC food recipes using Jerusalem artichoke

The Guardian’s guide to Jerusalem Artichokes

Jamie Oliver’s sauted Jerusalem Artichoke recipe

Abel & Cole’s recipes using Jerusalem Artichokes

Gordons English Creamed Horseradish Sauce

admin adminison — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:36:44 +0000

A rich and creamy sauce made with fresh British horseradish. The ideal partner to roast beef and smoked fish.

Gordons Cranberry Sauce with White Port

admin adminison — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:16:22 +0000

A classic sauce, bursting with fruit, the perfect accompaniment to poultry.

Gordons Bramley Apple And Kentish Cider Sauce

admin adminison — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:21:51 +0000

A wonderfully fruity apple and cider sauce. Great with roast pork and goose.

Gordons Wholegrain Mustard

admin adminison — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:14:43 +0000

A hearty and intense wholegrain mustard. Perfect for adding extra flavour to sauces and dressings.

Our Editorial in the local paper, for Christmas Veg boxes.

admin adminison — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:19:31 +0000

If you are dreading the thought of braving the elements to fight the good fight at your local supermarket in preparation for the Christmas siege, then fear not, dear reader. Because the nightmarish scenario of grid locked car parks, endless queues and irate shoppers, is history!Wholesale grocer, M Hughes and Sons, of Llandudno, is coming to our rescue by offering to deliverall your fruit, veg and salad orders direct to your door – enabling you to make handsome savings into the bargain.

By cutting out the middle man, and saving pounds on petrol, your Christmas budget will go further.
M Hughes only supplies the best quality produce, ensuring you don’t get short changed by inferior standards.

Simply place your order with M Hughes online, from the comfort of home. Then, all you have to do, is sit back and write your Christmas cards.

To make things easier still, M Hughes has come up with the perfect Christmas Box. In it, you will find everything you need to create the perfect Christmas Dinner, bar the turkey:

2 Kg potatoes
1 Kg loose onions
1 Kg carrots
0.5 Kg leeks
1 cauliflower
1 red cabbage
1Kg delicious sprouts
1 Kg parsnips
0.5 Kg broccoli
12 clementines
0.5 Kg grapes,

and one jar of essential Cranberry sauce – free with your order!

M Hughes delivers free, six days a week. Browse online to see the company’s continuously
expanding product list for yourself. You will find eggs, bread, tinned fruit and vegetables, herbs,
spices, and much more besides.

Simply place your order online before December 22nd to ensure your delicious sprouts arrive in time for Christmas. Ordering is quicker and easier than ever. So what are you waiting for? Order early, and you could have your sensational sprouts delivered in just 24 hours!

M Hughes’ delicious fruit baskets make wonderful Christmas presents for someone special. Staff hand select each piece of fruit, wrap it and it deliver it to your or your recipient’s home free, with a personalised note from you enclosed at no extra charge.

Just choose from three sizes of basket to suit your budget, and leave the rest to M Hughes.

So why not visit M Hughes online today at www.m-hughes.co.uk, and see just how many great
festive Star Quality products are there for the ordering.

Remember to leave a note in the comment box online for your preferred delivery option, and any
special preferences you may have.

All the staff at M Hughes and Sons work hard to make your Christmas special. They would like to
take this opportunity to wish all their valued customers a Very Merry Christmas!

Organic Sunshine Salad

admin adminison — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:21:57 +0000

This handy selection box consists of a cool selection of vibrant coloured and evocative flavoured shoots. They are: Sunflower Shoots Green Snow Pea Shoots Golden Snow Pea Shoots It’s the perfect selection pack and so versatile. You can use the sprouted seeds in sandwiches, the beans are a great addition to wraps and it’s all great sprinkled … Continue reading →

Organic Golden Snow Pea Shoots

admin adminison — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:21:32 +0000

These are the latest Superfood produced by Aconbury Sprouts. They are Super Tasty and Super Crunchy with a gentle pea flavour. They are a stunning garnish for fish and chicken dishes and look fantastic in salads and stir-fries. High in vitamins A,B,C,E and K Golden Snow Pea Shoots are easy to prepare: just rinse and serve.

Golden Snowpea Shoots are the very latest ‘must have’ from Aconbury, a delicious crunchy shoot with lots of energy in the stem. Full of carotenes and phytonutrients and a source of vitamins and minerals. They have a long shelf life

Organic Rainbow Salad

admin adminison — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:00:56 +0000

This handy selction box consists of the three most popular sprouts from Aconbury:

Mixed Sprouts

China Rose Radish Sprouts

Alfalfa Sprouts

It’s the perfect selection pack and so versatile. You can use the sprouted seeds in sandwiches, the beans are a great addition to wraps and it’s all great sprinkled on top of a salad. Healthy food without being health food.

Aconbury Rainbow Salad Commended by Association Organic Food Awards.

Organic Alfalfa and Leek Sprouts

admin adminison — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:42:26 +0000

Wonderful with cheese and smoked salmon, sandwiches and salads. A good source of vitamin C, and a beautiful garnish.