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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Potato & Pasta with Green Beans
Category: Main
Ingredients:
12 oz. Wholewheat Pasta
8 Small New Potatoes.
2 Tblsp. Olive Oil.
3 Cloves Chopped Garlic.
2 Tblsp. Dried Sage.
1/2 Lb. Green Beans.
1 Medium Leek, sliced thinly.
1 Tblsp. Toasted Pine Kernels.
Black Pepper.
Method:
1. Boil the new potatoes for about 10 - 15 minutes until tender. Set aside.
2. Cook the beans in boiling water for a few minutes until tender.Set aside.
3. Cook the pasta for 10 minutes . Drain , rinse in cold water and set aside.
4. Heat the oil in a large frying pan, add the garlic, sage and pepper and saute for 2 mins.
5. Add the leek and green beans and cook for 3 - 4minutes.
6. Add the potatoes and pine kernels and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Add the pasta and heat through.
8. Serve with crusty bread.
N.B. Add more olive oil at any stage if required.

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