Food at the Gentle Approach to Cancer in Preston


Sue Hodgson Marilyn Willwohl Michael Urmston

Each month Marilyn and her team of helpers organise and prepare a Vegan meal for all those attending - patients, supporters, therapists and helpers. Some patients, if they wish, also help to do this so that they learn in the process. When the meal is served she gives out the complete recipe and cooking instructions. Below are the recipes that have been served over the last few years; examples of the culinery delights awaiting you at the Gentle Approach. The recipes have been adapted from a variety of sources in the interests of cancer patients.

We would also strongly recommend Jane Sen's books - "The Healing Foods Cookbook" and "More Healing Foods", available from the Bristol Cancer Help Centre.   Bristol Cancer Help Centre

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Falafels with Tahini Cream in Pitta Bread
Category: Main
Ingredients:
For Falafels
4 oz. chick peas.
2 tbsp. chopped parsley.
2 tbsp. chopped coriander.
1 tbsp. wholemeal flour.
1 clove garlic.
1/2 tsp. ground cumin.
pepper to taste.
For Tahini Cream
6 tbsp. tahini.
juice 1/2 lemon. .
1/4 pint water.
1 clove garlic
Method:
Prepare Chick peas, i.e., soak overnight in water, drain, boil rapidly for 10 mins, drain, rinse, simmer in fresh water for 90 mins, drain.
Blend chick peas in blender or food processor until thick and smooth.
Add garlic, parsley, coriander, cumin, flour and pepper and blend well.
Dampen hands and divide into 8 pieces and shape into flat patties.
Shallow fry in hot until golden (approx. 3 mins each side).
For Tahini Cream
Gradually mix tahini and water together until smooth.
Stir in the lemon juice, garlic and pepper to taste.
TO SERVE.
Place a falafel into each pitta with a portion of salad and a spoonful of tahini cream.
Suggested salad Spinach & Sunflower Seed Salad from Healing Foods Cookbook.

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