Friday 22 December 2017

christmas gravy

My sister and I are spending our first Christmas together without Mum. My small offering towards our festive feast is the gravy. Vegan, easy to make and delicious, we had it last year at Mum's house and enjoyed it. Merry Christmas!

● 1 onion, finely chopped
● 1 tbsp olive oil
● 1 tsp mustard seeds
● 2 cloves garlic, chopped
● 1 stick celery, chopped
● 5 cherry tomatoes
● 600ml vegan vegetable stock
● 2 tsp cranberry sauce
● 3 tbsp vegan red wine
● 1 tsp dried mixed herbs
● Salt & pepper

● Gently fry the onion in the oil for 5 minutes
● Add mustard seeds, garlic, celery and tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally
● Add stock, cranberry sauce, wine and herbs, season and simmer for 15 minutes
● Purée with a stick blender until smooth

 Fry

 Simmer

Blend
Will keep for up to 3 days in the fridge. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.