What should I cook for my TV programme which i am taking part in????

Question

I'm taking part in a televison programme for BBC3 and i need to cook a healthy meal for my finnal challenge. Which is meant to impress the experts and show that I have leant how to cook a healty meal. CAN U GIVE ME IDEALS FOR HEALTHY MEALS

Anyone who answered this question there question. Will apper on BBC3 the best Question was the one about Tony Blair

Answer 1

How about John Prescott for a main course, Tony Blair for starters and his wife for a sweet.

Answer 2

Here are 2 options, I would serve both with mixed veggies.

Chicken Parmesan
Serves 6

1/3 Cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 Tsp Italian Seasoning, crushed
6 (4 oz) Chicken Breast, boneless, skinless
1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
1/2 Cup White Onion, diced
1 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour
1/2 Cup 2% Milk
1 (1 oz packet) Ranch Flavored Salad Dressing Mix
6 Slices Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 (10 oz pkg.) Spinach, frozen, thawed, drained
1 Tbsp Pimiento, chopped

Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350ºF

In a small mixing bowl combine cheese, ranch salad dressing mix, and Italian seasoning. Roll chicken pieces in cheese mixture to coat lightly; set remaining cheese mixture aside. Arrange the pieces in an 8x8x2-inch baking dish. In a small saucepan cook onion in hot margarine until tender.

Stir in flour; add milk all at once. Cook and stir till bubbly; stir in drained spinach and pimiento. Place a slice of cheese and spoon the spinach mixture over the chicken; sprinkle with remaining cheese mixture. Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until tender.
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Chicken Pasta Alfredo
Serves 6

6 Qts Water
12 oz Fettuccine Pasta
2 Tbsp Peanut Oil
6 (4 oz) Chicken Breast, boneless, skinless
2 (10-3/4 oz can) Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 (20 oz bag) Frozen Broccoli Florets
3/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese, grated

Instructions:
Heat a large pot of water, over high heat. When water comes to a boil add the pasta and boil for 8-10 minutes. Drain; reserving 2 cups pasta water. Cut the chicken into strips (1/4''x1''); set aside.

In a large frying pan, over medium-high heat, add the oil and chicken pieces stirring frequently until golden brown.

In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, add the chicken pieces, sauce, 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, stirring frequently. Add the remaining pasta water into the saucepan and bring just to a boil, then add the broccoli. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Divide the cooked pasta evenly between serving dishes and top with chicken and broccoli mixture.

Answer 3

Pasta with Tomato-Vegetable Sauce and Ricotta






Makes 4 servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes


Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped zucchini
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 can (28 oz.) tomatoes in juice
1/3 cup tomato paste
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1 pound farfalle or bow-tie pasta
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley














Directions
1. Heat oil in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell peppers and zucchini and cook 4 to 5 minutes, until tender. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more. Stir in tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, oregano and basil; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook 20 minutes until vegetables are very tender.
2. Start to cook pasta according to package directions.
3. Meanwhile, combine ricotta and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl; set aside. Puree tomato sauce in blender in batches until smooth. Transfer each batch to a large bowl then return to saucepan. Bring sauce to a boil.
4. Drain pasta and toss with half the sauce (2-1/2 cups) in a large serving bowl. Divide pasta among 4 serving plates. Top with remaining sauce and ricotta; sprinkle with parsley. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition facts per serving:
calories: 590
total fat: 8.5g
saturated fat: 2.5g
cholesterol: 10mg
sodium: 1494mg
carbohydrate: 108g
protein: 22g

Answer 4

Tuna Napolitiana

Answer 5

Why not make up your own colourful meal of capsicum peppers stuffed with chicken and vegetables and some sort of low-fat cheese sauce.

Answer 6

I think a good way to impress would be by using ingredients that are produced locally, and currently in season. Find out what produce your area is famous for, good luck.

Answer 7

think of the meats and vegetables that you can cook the best. like chicken and mashed potatoes, steak with potatoes and green beans , or what ever you are good at. present them neatly and you will do alright. good luck. have a great dinner !!!!!

Answer 8

I make a tex mex meatloaf of ground turkey, salsa, potato flakes, corn and seasonings, and serve it with baked potatoes and fresh green beans.

Answer 9

Since some have problems with beef, liver, pork, etc and health... I'd go with something with chicken in it.

Answer 10

Beans on toast.