Pulled Pork by Tr1ky

Here's my recipe for Pulled pork. It is a real crowd-pleaser and is great to serve when entertaining or for a big family meal.

Slow Cooked Gammon

A few years ago I was planning what to cook for Christmas dinner and wanted to add a second meat choice (I was obviously feeling a bit nervous about my Turkey). I opted for Gammon but had to cook it separately as there was not enough room in the oven. I discovered you can cook it in the Slow cooker and now I don't cook it any other way. It couldn't be easier and the results are fabulous. You can just switch it on and pretty much forget about it while you prepare everything else. There's no complicated method, no need for brining or basting and no chance of it overcooking or going dry so it's perfect for when you're entertaining.

There are loads of different variations you can try, using all manner of herbs and spices, but the basics remain the same. The Gammon is cooked slowly for a long time in a small amount of sweet liquid to offset the saltiness.

Here's my super simple recipe.

Meatballs

Meatballs are very popular in our house. They are inexpensive and really quick and easy to make. This is my take on an Italian style version, although I make no claim that they are in any way authentic. They can be done by hand but they are much easier in a food processor.

They go perfectly with my Simple Tomato sauce to go with pasta.

Joey's Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls

This recipe was contributed by my friend Joey. He's made it on a few occasions for large group get-togethers and the rolls are always very popular. They are a delicious and healthy alternative to deep fried Spring rolls.

Homemade Burgers

Here is my recipe for delicious homemade Burgers made from a few simple ingredients. I often make them with Turkey mince for a slightly healthier alternative. They're really easy to make and can be adapted to your tastes with whatever flavours you fancy. You can be as adventurous as you like.

Ingredients

• 500g Minced Beef or Turkey
• 1x Teaspoon whole Fennel Seeds 
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions

1. In a bowl mix the Mince with the Fennel with a generous sprinkle of Salt and Pepper.
2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly by hand and work the mixture, almost like kneading, so that it starts to together into a ball
3. Divide into 4 and shape into Burgersand rub with a light coating of Vegetable oil.
4. Preheat a large frying pan (or griddle) on a medium to high heat
5. Add your Burgers to the pan. They should sizzle immediately. Don't be tempted to move them around allow them to cook and for a slight crust on the outside. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
6. Turn the the burgers over and cook for another 3-4 minutes. If you're making Turkey burgers they will take slightly longer to cook (allow an extra minute on each side).
7. Now the Burgers are cooked remove from the heat and allow to rest while you prepare the bread bun.

Results

I like to serve the Burgers in bun with shredded lettuce, ketchup and mayonnaise but it's up to you. Here is the finished article served in one of my homemade Bread buns.

Have a play with the recipe and let me know of any interesting variations you try.

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