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FOOD
Proper gear
Whether you're running to the next
appointment or back at the office
desk, Proper Snacks is on hand
making sure every snack break is
done properly. Every product in
its range is vegan and gluten free,
is under 136 calories per pack and
made from natural ingredients - and
absolutely no palm oil. Always. So,
better for you, and better for the
planet, too. If you're commuting,
jet setting or socialising, make
every snack break a PROPER one.
A handbag must-have, at Proper
Snacks, taste is everything; its new
Popcorn Bars are no exception.
Combining popcorn, nuts and rice
crispies on a smooth Fairtrade
chocolate base, and under 116
calories per bar.
Try Salted Caramel for the perfect
blend of smooth, sweet caramel with
a hit of salt, or Hazelnut Praline for
crunchy, caramelised hazelnuts with
delicious dark chocolate.
Whether you prefer to dip,
scoop or crunch, Properchips are
Putting a lid on it
Merchant Gourmet has launched a new range of vegan Plant
Jars into supermarkets nationwide (RPP £3.50 per 330g
jar), taking the humble lentil and turning it into something
special, packed full of big bold flavours. The colourful jars
can be enjoyed with rice, pasta, jacket potatoes or even on
their own for a plant-powered meal that's ready in minutes.
Launching in three distinct flavours, each chef-developed
lentil chips that pack a punch and
are perfect for dipping thanks to
their unique shape which can be
loaded with guac, salsa or any other
favourite. Chose from Sea Salt, Salt
& Vinegar, Sweet Sriracha Chilli, and
Sour Cream & Chive. Every pack
is under 100 kcals per serving and
contains 30% less fat than leading
crisps. Lastly, the brand also has a
popcorn range. The Propercorn range
comes in Sweet & Salty, Lightly Sea
Salted, Salted Caramel and Toasted
Coconut. The collection is also high
in fibre and popped and packed on
British soil. Available from Boots,
Coop and www.proper.co.uk
recipe combines protein-packed lentils with other
pulses and vegetables in a rich sauce of herbs and
spices. Inspired by global flavours and cuisines,
Plant Jars offer some of the nation's favourite dishes,
without the meat. Try the Puy Lentil Bolognaise with
porcini mushrooms. Serve with spaghetti and let the
flavours whisk you away to the terrazza of an Italian
ristorante. Feel the heat with the spicy and smoky
chilli in the Spicey Lentil Chilli with Black Beans and
Corn jar. Protein-rich lentils, black beans, sweetcorn
and red peppers have been cooked in a tomato sauce
flavoured with fiery red chilli, smoked paprika and
cumin. Perfect with rice or poured on a mound of
nachos. There had to be a curry, so if you fancy, try
the Fragrant lentil Madras Curry with Chickpeas and
Squash. A Madras base blends with ginger, tamarind
and roast garlic to make a warming curry with a bit
of a kick. Eat with pilau rice or naan breads.The fully
recyclable and reusable glass jar, have beautifully
designed lids by renowned artist Rose Electra Harris.
Find in Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Ocado and www.
merchantgourmet.com