In Jamie Oliver's infamous speech at The National TV Awards, he recognised Nora Sands as the second-most influential woman in his life. Nora is the unforgettable, outrageous, loveable, no-nonsense dinner lady who shot to fame in Oliver’s acclaimed TV series, 'Jamie's School Dinners'.
Armed with newfound confidence and an ingredients list she couldn’t pronounce, Nora became passionate about getting kids excited about cooking at home, rather than relying on unhealthy and unsociable ready meals. The result is Nora’s Dinners (Collins, £12.99) – full of recipes for delicious and nutritionally well-balanced meals that draw on her favourite childhood meals, and the foods she discovered whilst working with Jamie.
Peppered with wonderful and often hilarious anecdotes, this is a book written specifically for kids aged 7-12. Although some recipes require adult help or supervision, children will be able to follow each recipe themselves. Nora’s Dinners places an emphasis on learning about food basics and cooking, whilst having fun. Instructions throughout are kept simple, with the absolute beginner in mind. Full of delicious recipes that include breakfasts, snacks & salads, lunches, dinners and puddings, there’s enough inspiration to ensure every child gets creative in the kitchen.
Kids can invent their own pick n’ mix creations and customise their meals, like pizza with exciting and healthy toppings, or colourful, delicious salad (yes, they will eat it). The emphasis is on learning different cooking techniques, eating a balanced (but never boring) diet, having fun, and getting friends and family involved.
So put your feet up - the kids are making dinner tonight!
Publication date: 3 April 2006
Price: £12.99 Paperback
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