We love a good nut roast here at Ginni's and December is the perfect time to experiment with some fresh ideas and new recipes. Here are some fantastic recipes we've found from around the internet. 

Which is your favourite? 

Middle Eastern Nut Roast

This recipe is so quirky and cool, perfect if you're trying to impress! Adding in middle eastern herbs and spices is a great way to put a twist on this classic! 

Nut and Spinach Roast

A sprinkling of your favourite nuts, with some classic spinach flavour - it's no wonder this is a winning choice! Add some mushroom gravy to top it off! 

Carrot and Cashew Roast

Carrots and Cashews are the perfect combination, and this recipe is seriously delicious. Those crunchy, salty cashews are the perfect base for any nut loaf. 

Sweet Potato, Chestnut and Apricot Nut Roast

If you love the balance of sweet and savoury then this nut roast is the best option for you! The sweet potato and apricots are deliciously sweet, and the crunch of chestnuts adds a yummy balance to the recipe. 

If you're more about the nuts than about the meat, then you'll love these nutty recipes we've found - all perfect for Christmas time and enjoying with friends and family. 

You can (of course) stock up on your nuts by clicking on our shop here, you can make sure you have all the ingredients you need to cook some delicious festive treats!

Fruit and Nut Chocolate Buttons

If you're after something delicious and sweet, and easy too, then these little chocolate buttons are a great option for your Christmas feast! 

Peppermint Chocolate Crunch Bars

These minty, crunchy peppermint bars remind us of after eight chocolates, and are a fun twist on the festive classic! Make this for any mint-lovers, they're quick, easy and seriously delicious! 

Sage and Apricot Nut Roast

Something savoury for those without a sweet tooth! A nut roast is a classic choice for vegetarians and vegans on Christmas Day, and we think you'll love this recipe! 

Butternut Roast

If a nut roast isn't quite your cup of tea, then this butternut roast is a great alternative. It's a twist on a nut roast, but still with all the delicious flavours. 

There's nothing quite like a bowl of popcorn on a Friday night... But have you ever thought of getting a little more creative with your movie snacks? Don't abandon the popcorn just yet... What we're suggesting, is to get creative with it! Here are some super fun recipes with popcorn as the star ingredient - you'll want to turn every night into a movie night if it means you get to try out these popcorn recipes!

Popcorn Rocky Road

Check out this amazing recipe from the blog 'From The Larder' - it's a delicious twist on a tradition treat, and you'll definitely want to give it a whirl!

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Easy Caramel Corn

This recipe from 'Something Swanky' is nice and easy! It'll only take a few ingredients and a few monutes to prepare - but your friends will definitely have snack envy!

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Salted Caramel Popcorn Cheesecake

If you want to pull out all the stops for your movie snack and really 'wow' the room, then this epic cheesecake is going to be number one on your list! Creamy and delicious, but with the added crunch of popcorn - sounds pretty perfect doesn't it!

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Cashew Nuts are one of our biggest selling products on Ginni's - so we wanted to dig a little deeper into why. These little nuts are full of amazing health benefits, so it's no wonder so many of our customers stock up on them regularly! Let's take a look at those health benefits...

Lower fat than most nuts.

Cashews actually have a lower fat content than most other nuts, approximately 82% of their fat is unsaturated fatty acids, plus about 66% of this unsaturated fatty acid content are heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, similar to those found in olive oil.

They help you have a healthy heart

Research shows that eating more nuts, such as Cashews, can lower your risk for cardiovascular disease. This may occur by reducing blood pressure and “bad” cholesterol levels. Nuts are naturally cholesterol-free and contain good amounts of heart-healthy fats, fibre, and protein.

They're good for your eyes

Cashew Nuts also contain high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin, which act as antioxidants when consumed regularly. A good excuse to have a few Cashews as a mid-morning snack! These compounds protect the eyes from light damage (which can turn into blindness in the elderly), and can even help decrease the instance of cataracts.

 A good all-rounder

Cashews contain 31% of the daily recommended value for copper, along with 23% for manganese, 20% for magnesium and 17% for phosphorus, add to that 12% of the daily recommended value for vitamin K.

In case you need any more convincing, our Cashew Nuts come in a range of flavours, so there's sure to be one that suits you and your snacking cravings! 

Do you fancy fine-tuning your cooking skills this summer? If you do - this list of fun recipes might be just the place to start. We're all about healthy but delicious food over the summer - and these recipes have been keeping the hunger pangs at bay!

Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls

This refreshing, fruity recipe (click here) is perfect for afternoon energy slumps, and the easy recipe steps will mean you can whip them up on a Sunday afternoon, ready for a weeks worth of snacking.

Panettone muffins

This Jamie Oliver recipe is a firm favourite here at Ginni's! The muffins are soft, fluffy and the perfect summer treat for weekend picnics and BBQs.

No Bake Chia Energy Bites

This no-bake recipe is a great option for those who either don't have an oven, or don't feel confident enough to use one! It's easy to follow, and the little snack bites are the perfect breakfast bites to give you energy for the day ahead!

Homemade almond butter

If you fancy trying an alternative to traditional butter, then almond butter might be just the thing for you. It's actually not too difficult to make yourself, and this recipe is really simple to follow - and the results are delicious!

Cashew Nuts are a great ingredient for curry dishes, so if you're looking for some yummy inspiration, hopefully you'll find some here! This is a list of 5 delicious cashew curry recipes, try them out - and let us know what you think!

South Indian Cashew Nut Curry

Smooth and creamy with cashew as the star ingredient!

Read recipe here: http://www.harighotra.co.uk/cashew-nut-curry-recipe

Sri Lankan Creamy Cashew Curry

This delicious recipe from Sri Lanka is such a treat!

Read recipe here: https://www.theflavorbender.com/sri-lankan-creamy-cashew-curry-vegan/

Chickpea, Coconut and Cashew Curry

If you love thai-inspired flavours, this recipe is for you! Delicious, fresh and filling!

Read recipe here: http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2012/05/chickpea-coconut-and-cashew-curry-recipe.html

Sweet Potato and Cashew Nut Curry

If you want some vegetarian friendly, this recipe is a classic choice!

Read recipe here: https://www.meatfreemondays.com/recipes/sri-lankan-sweet-potato-and-cashew-nut-curry/

Cauliflower and Cashew Nut Curry

For a super healthy recipe, this cashew nut recipe is a really delicious!

Read more here: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/cauliflower-cashew-nut-curry/d28f8746-7299-4235-b13f-8f70f219d3a7

Brazil Nuts are a firm favourite for us (of course!) but did you know there's lots of other ways Brazil Nuts can be used and eaten?

Brazil Nut Milk

We've all heard of Almond Milk, but did you know you can drink Brazil Nut milk too? It's vegan and vegetarian friendly, and it's delicious! If you're looking for something different to normal milk or Soy milk, then Brazil Nut milk might be a great option to try! You can also use the milk as a substitute for normal milk in baking recipes too - which may make your favourite baked treat a little more healthy!

Brazil Nut Cheese

Vegan cheese is a real thing... Hadn't you heard?! One of the most popular kinds of vegan cheese is made from Brazil Nuts, and it's creamy, mild and delicious. For people who are lactose intolerant, this is a really great alternative for yummy meals like cheese toasties and pizza.

Brazil Nut Cheesecake

If you love the crunchy layer of cheesecake, then why not try replacing the biscuit layer with crushed Brazil Nuts? It gives the same effect, and tastes just as good!

Brazil Nut Cookies

If you fancy trying something a little different for your next baking-session, you could try replacing your chocolate chips with chunks of Brazil Nuts! Your cookies will be extra crunchy and extra delicious!

You can buy Brazil nuts from our website here: http://www.ginnis.co.uk/

We all know the situation.... You've cooked a great meal, but you need a delicious side dish to go along side it. A great side-dish is like the cherry on top of the cake!

Here are some of our favourite nutty side-dishes, you definitely need to try!

Broccoli with Nuts

Broccoli goes great with any kind of nuts, the textures just go really great together. Roast or boil your Brocolli and then mix in your crunchy nuts to finish! A perfect side dish for steak or burgers!

Check out the recipe here.

Brussel Sprouts with Hazelnuts

Brussel Sprouts aren't just for Christmas! This recipe proves it! Blitz the Brussel Sprouts up and mix them with some delicious salad dressing and hazelnuts. Super healthy and so tasty!

Check out the recipe here.

Green Beans with Bacon and Hazelnuts

If you LOVE bacon (who doesn't?) but want to mix it up with some healthy additions - this recipe gives you just that! The green beans are a tad crunchy when cooked right, and the bacon and Hazel Nuts add just the right amount of salty and sweet.

Check out the recipe here. 

Pumpkin Seed Sauce

If you want to make a tasty sauce on the side of your meal, this pumpkin seed sauce is a definite winner to us! It'll jazz up any meal and make it a little more exciting!

Check out the recipe here. 

Green Salad and Pumpkin Seeds

A classic green salad is a great side dish to most main meals. How do you make a green salad more interesting though? You add a sprinkle of nuts or pumpkin seeds of course!

Check out the recipe here.

Halloween FB competition - T&Cs

NOT SUITABLE FOR NUT ALLERGY SUFFERERS.

1. The promoter is: Ginni Enterprises Ltd (company no. 02626470) whose registered office is at 4 Gladstone Road, Southall, Middlesex, UB2 5BB
2. The competition is open to residents of the United Kingdom aged 16 years or over except employees of Ginni Enterprises Ltd and their close relatives and anyone otherwise connected with the organisation or judging of the competition.
3. There is no entry fee and no purchase necessary to enter this competition.
4. Route to entry for the competition and details of how to enter are via our Facebook Page on the appropriate Facebook post. 
5. Only one entry will be accepted per person per social media platform. Multiple entries from the same person on the same social platform will be disqualified. 
6. Closing date for entry will be October 24th 2017. After this date the no further entries to the competition will be permitted.
7. No responsibility can be accepted for entries not received for whatever reason.
8. The rules of the competition and how to enter are as follows: To enter on Facebook, you need to like our Facebook page and comment on the competition post.
9. The promoter reserves the right to cancel or amend the competition and these terms and conditions without notice. Any changes to the competition will be notified to entrants as soon as possible by the promoter.
10. The promoter is not responsible for inaccurate prize details supplied to any entrant by any third party connected with this competition.
11. The prize is as follows:

The prize is a box of selected Ginni’s sweet products, an assorted mix. The winner cannot choose the exact contents of the box. The prize is as stated and no cash or other alternatives will be offered. The prizes are not transferable. Prizes are subject to availability and we reserve the right to substitute any prize with another of equivalent value without giving notice.  Please note that all products are packed in an environment that handles peanuts, sesame seeds and other nuts and may contain traces of gluten.

NOT SUITABLE FOR NUT ALLERGY SUFFERERS.

1. Winners will be chosen at random.
2. The winner will be notified by email / DM on Facebook / DM on Instagram within 28 days of the closing date. If the winner cannot be contacted or do not claim the prize within 10 days of notification, we reserve the right to withdraw the prize from the winner and pick a replacement winner.
3. The promoter will notify the winner when and where the prize can be collected / is delivered.
4. The promoter’s decision in respect of all matters to do with the competition will be final and no correspondence will be entered into.
5. By entering this competition, an entrant is indicating his/her agreement to accept and be bound by these terms and conditions.
6. The competition and these terms and conditions will be governed by English law and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England.
7. If you are the winner of the competition, you agree that the Promoter may use your name, image and town or county of residence to announce the winner of this competition and for any other reasonable and related promotional purposes. You further agree to participate in any reasonable publicity required by the Promoter. By entering the competition, you agree that any personal information provided by you with the competition entry may be held and used only by the Promoter or its agents and suppliers to administer the competition entrants will be used solely in accordance with current UK data protection legislation and will not be disclosed to a third party without the entrant’s prior consent.

1. The winner’s name will be available 28 days after closing date by emailing the following address:

• info@ginnis.co.uk

1. Insofar as is permitted by law, the Promoter, its agents or distributors will not in any circumstances be responsible or liable to compensate the winner or accept any liability for any loss, damage, personal injury or death occurring as a result of taking up the prize except where it is caused by the negligence of the Promoter, its agents or distributors or that of their employees. Your statutory rights are not affected.
2. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, Twitter or any other Social Network. You are providing your information to Ginni Enterprises Ltd and not to any other party.
3. Competition is only open to UK residents and prize will only be posted to a UK address.