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Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping this week features lots of slimming friendly food that’s not only super tasty, but is really quick and easy to make too.

(Psst, if you love quick and easy meals then make sure you pre-order our third cookbook Pinch of Nom: Quick and Easy which will be released on 10th December 2020!)

We’re definitely starting to get into the Christmas spirit so we’ve also included some festive biscuits, as well as a wintery take on a popular drink and some bits to help make your Christmas day prep really simple.

Plus a relaxing milk drink to help you get your 8 hours of sleep and a dark chocolate version of a classic treat that’s perfect for enjoying with a cuppa.

Lots of these products have been talked about over on our Facebook Group, so if you’re not a member then make sure that you click here to join now so that you don’t miss out (and don’t forget to share any delicious new products that you come across).

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping list aims to show you slimming friendly products that are available in a wide range of stores so that you can pick them up during your weekly shop, and to make things really convenient we’ve also listed any relevant nutritional info and the RRP. 

Please remember that all prices are correct at the time of us writing this article and so they should be used as a guide only.

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**A note on our shopping list: we do not take payment, promotion or gift for any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**

Bannisters 4 Baked Jacket Potatoes – 148 calories per potato

A crispy, oven baked jacket potato is a great choice for lunch: filling, budget friendly and really versatile. 

These Bannisters 4 Baked Jacket Potatoes are already fully cooked and freshly frozen, meaning you don’t even need to turn the oven on!

There’s a drizzle of olive oil over the potatoes to keep them crispy, and at only 148 calories they are an ideal alternative to sandwiches, especially as the days are getting colder.

We love how easy these potatoes are and it’s so handy to have a bag in the freezer, especially if you’re a fan of batch cooking. 

While the jacket potato is cooking in the microwave in only 4 minutes, you could be reheating a Chilli Con Carne or a Creamy Chicken Curry for topping! 

If you’d prefer a chilled accompaniment, why not add a dollop of Coronation Turkey and a fresh salad on the side?

 

You can find Bannisters 4 Baked Jacket Potatoes in Morrisons and Iceland for £1.75 per bag, and you can get them in bags of 6 and 8 in some supermarkets.

Morrisons Dwarf Beans – 29 calories per 100g

These Morrisons Dwarf Beans are basically a smaller version of the longer green beans and are really crisp and juicy.

They’re the perfect way to get some extra veg in your diet and work really well with pretty much any dish that you can think of, or even just steamed and served as a side.

As they’re so similar in flavour to green beans, you can easily substitute them in your favourite recipe like our Mushy Pea Curry or our Salmon Kedgeree.

Remember that unlike some green beans, you will need to top and tail these Morrisons Dwarf Beans – no one wants to find green stringy bits in their meal!

80g of these Morrisons Dwarf Beans counts as one of your 5 a day and they’re currently reduced from £1 for a pack of 220g to just 59p.

Pukka Vegan Chicken & Mushroom Pie – 544 calories per pie

A puff pastry pie isn’t something you’d expect to see on a list of slimming essentials, but this Pukka Vegan Chicken & Mushroom Pie is worth a mention!

Tender chunks of soy protein with sliced mushrooms, in a savoury vegan creamy sauce encased in a light puff pastry case. 

It’s higher in calories than a homemade version like our Chicken and Mushroom Pie, but it’s worth it for the convenience factor!

You could serve this pie for two with a pile of steamed veggies to make it go further for a hearty dinner that’s vegan friendly. 

You could even pop a Lighter Yorkshire Pudding on the side for a change to a typical Sunday Roast.

Pick up a Pukka Vegan Chicken & Mushroom Pie for £1.75 each at Sainsbury’s.

Morrisons The Best Sprouts With Chestnuts & Butter – 102 calories per ⅕ pack

You might think that you hate sprouts, but the chances are that you’re thinking of the boiled kind that have no seasoning and no real flavour either…

We can bet that these Morrisons The Best Sprouts With Chestnuts & Butter will change the way that you think about this vegetable!

Tender brussels sprouts, chestnuts and onions in a melting, seasoned butter, and they can be cooked from frozen which means they’re super quick and easy to prepare too.

They’re also suitable for vegetarians, have no artificial colours or flavours and contain just 102 calories per ⅕ pack serving.

Serve alongside our Slow Cooker Christmas Turkey Joint for a Christmas dinner that’s full of flavour and won’t have you slaving away in the kitchen all day long.

Or, if you’re looking for more recipes using sprouts then our Balsamic Roasted Sprouts or Marmite Sprouts are some of our favourite side dishes.

You can find these Morrisons The Best Sprouts With Chestnuts & Butter in Morrisons for £1.75 a bag.

Sleep Well Chocolate Milk Drink – 83 calories per 100ml

It can sometimes feel like an impossible task to get the recommended 8 hours of sleep a night, but this Sleep Well Chocolate Milk Drink could just be the answer you’ve been searching for.

It contains something called valerian which can help aid with falling asleep and is a natural alternative to things like sleeping tablets.

Combined with honey, cocoa and milk from Jersey cows, this Sleep Well Chocolate Milk Drink is the perfect choice for bedtime.

Simply drink 30 minutes before you want to go to sleep and you’ll be relaxed and dropping off in no time.

Enjoy with one of our Apple Pie Cookies or Cinnamon Swirls for the perfect evening snack.

You can pick up this Sleep Well Chocolate Milk Drink in Sainsbury’s at £3 for a 200ml carton.

Tesco King Prawn & Cod Puff Pastries – 290 calories per pastry

We have a little saying here at Pinch of Nom: If it swims, it slims! 

These Tesco King Prawn & Cod Puff Pastries are the perfect blend of tasty seafood, a flavourful white wine sauce and crispy puff pastry.

They can be cooked straight from frozen which makes them perfect for a quick and easy evening meal and each pastry is only 290 calories so they’re slimming friendly too.

We love having these Tesco King Prawn & Cod Puff Pastries on hand for a busy weekday evening and think they’re delicious when served with a crisp, mixed salad, our Garlic Green Beans or Parmentier Potatoes.

You can grab these Tesco King Prawn & Cod Puff Pastries from Tesco at £3.50 for a pack of two.

ASDA Good & Balanced Thai Green Vegetable Meal Soup – 240 calories per pot

Soup season is here! A warming bowl of soup is just the ticket as the nights are getting darker and colder. 

Wrap your hands around a bowl of this ASDA Good & Balanced Thai Green Vegetable Meal Soup for a lightly spiced Thai flavoured lunch or dinner in no time at all!

High in protein, this soup is packed full of edamame beans, crunchy red peppers and basmati rice: a pot of this vegan soup even counts as one of your 5 a day! 

With extra basmati rice, it’s a filling and substantial snack or light meal that’s high in protein and low in fat, making it an easy choice for your slimming essentials basket.

If you’re a fan of Thai flavours, take a look at our Thai Green Curry with Chicken Satay Skewers on the side!

Asda stock this ASDA Good & Balanced Thai Green Vegetable Meal Soup for £2.60 a pot.

Cadbury Bournville Fingers Dark Chocolate Biscuits – 106 calories per 4 biscuits

Cadbury Fingers are ridiculously moreish and just when you thought they couldn’t get any better, these Cadbury Bournville Fingers Dark Chocolate Biscuits and the perfect combo of crispy biscuit and rich chocolate.

Coated in Cadbury’s Bournville dark chocolate, these Fingers are suitable for vegetarians and have 106 calories per 4 biscuits, which means that they’re perfect for a mid afternoon snack with a cuppa.

Why not try them dipped in our Eggnog Latte or a cup of tea? They’re even more tasty when the chocolate starts melting!

You could also crumble a couple of biscuits on top of our Winter Berry Ice Cream or our Trifles to take your dessert to the next level. 

These Cadbury Bournville Fingers Dark Chocolate Biscuits are available in most supermarkets at around £1.50 per pack.

Vimto No Added Sugar Winter Warmer Squash – 5 calories per 250ml

Embrace the festive spirit with this Vimto No Added Sugar Winter Warmer Squash, which combines the classic Vimto taste with the warming flavours of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.

We love a chilled, thirst quenching glass of squash, but this one’s actually designed to be enjoyed HOT too! 

It’s made with only real fruit and berry flavours with no added sugar and extra vitamin C, making it a brilliant drink choice for families.

This gives us serious Mulled Wine vibes, and is a child-friendly version to enjoy in front of the TV with a cosy blanket.

We’ve spotted Vimto No Added Sugar Winter Warmer Squash at Asda and Sainsbury’s for £1.85 but it’s on offer at £1 for a limited time.

McVitie’s Digestives Christmas Pudding Milk Chocolate Biscuits – 73 calories per biscuit

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… well, it is on our list of slimming essentials this week anyway with these McVitie’s Digestives Christmas Pudding Milk Chocolate Biscuits! 

These are a classic milk chocolate digestive but with a festive twist: full of cinnamon, gingerbread and slightly spiced flavours for a vegetarian Christmassy treat that you can dunk in your cuppa or pop in a packed lunch for a mid-morning pick me up. 

You get a strong, sweet flavour in these biscuits for only 73 calories, with no artificial flavours or colours added. 

Our only complaint? These limited edition biscuits aren’t available all year round! They’re also available in a Gingerbread flavour too 

Try popping them in the biscuit tin for snacking on over Christmas alongside some of our other festive sweet treats like Spiced Christmas Biscuits and Mini Spiced Orange Mince Pie Crumbles.

McVitie’s Digestives Christmas Pudding Milk Chocolate Biscuits can be found at most supermarkets for around £1.50 per pack.

REMINDER: Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

Aldi will be switching out their Super 6 next week, so here’s your refresher of what’s available! For meal inspiration, take a look at last week’s full roundup here. 

• Leeks – 54 calories per leek
• Brussels Sprouts – 19 calories per sprout
• Red Onion – 44 calories per onion
• Mini Easy Peelers – 35 calories per fruit
• 4-Pack Unwaxed Lemons – 17 calories per fruit
• Sugar Snap Peas – 27 calories per cup serving

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There’s a brand new ALDI Super 6 selection in this week’s Weekly Pinch of Shopping, which includes some of our favourite fruit and veg – red onions and lemons, yum!

We’ve also found some really tasty and comforting porridge that’s perfect for these cold mornings, some low calorie sweet treats and a Greek style yoghurt that’s not only dairy free, but suitable for vegans too.

Plus, fast food that’s not only healthy and nutritious, you can pick it up from your local supermarket too – perfect if you miss eating in your favourite restaurant at the moment.

Lots of these products have been talked about over on our Facebook Group, so if you’re not a member then make sure that you click here to join now so that you don’t miss out (and don’t forget to share any delicious new products that you come across).

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping list aims to show you slimming friendly products that are available in a wide range of stores so that you can pick them up during your weekly shop, and to make things really convenient we’ve also listed any relevant nutritional info and the RRP. 

Please remember that all prices are correct at the time of us writing this article and so they should be used as a guide only.

Want first access to our Weekly Pinch of Shopping articles? Make sure that you’re subscribed to our email alerts as we’ll be letting our email subscribers know that a new list has been published before anyone else.

You can sign up for email alerts here. 

**A note on our shopping list: we do not take payment, promotion or gift for any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**

Sainsbury’s Satsumas – 58 calories per 100g

We absolutely love the sweet, citrus pop of Satsumas and think that they’re perfect for pretty much any season.

Whether you’re chopping them up to enjoy in our summery June Bug Cocktail, using them in our Chocolate and Orange Cake, or simply enjoying one as a snack, Satsumas are full of delicious flavour.

At 58 calories per 100g, Satsumas are a real slimming essential and these ones from Sainsbury’s are currently on offer for 75p for a 600g net of fruit – that’s a saving of 60p.

They’re also the perfect size for popping in the kids’ lunchboxes, or coating with a little dark chocolate to help combat any sweet cravings without all of the additional calories.

You can pick up these Sainsbury’s Satsumas in – you guessed it! – Sainsbury’s for 75p at the moment – usually £1.35.

Sainsbury’s Cheese and Onion Chickpea Chips – 79 calories per pack

Zoe Louise Leske shared these delicious Sainsbury’s Cheese and Onion Chickpea Chips with us over on our Facebook Group!

They’re gluten free, made from chickpea flour, and at just 79 calories a pack they’re a lower calorie snack option than many packets of crisps are.

These Sainsbury’s Cheese and Onion Chickpea Chips are so tasty that you’d never guess that they were less than 100 calories and the crunchy texture makes them the perfect mid morning or afternoon snack.

You could also enjoy them for lunch when served alongside our Spinach and Pesto Hummus or our Sweet Chilli Hummus for dipping.

You can pick up these Sainsbury’s Cheese and Onion Chickpea Chips from Sainsburys at £1 for a pack of 6 packets.

Fibre One Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars – 90 calories per bar

You may have heard of Fibre One before: their brownie and cake bars caused a huge stir in our Facebook Group when they were released! 

These Fibre One Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars are following suit with only 90 calories per bar and a rich, buttery peanut butter flavour coating.

As the name suggests, they’re also high in filling fibre so they’re a more substantial snack compared to alternatives like sugary cereal bars or chocolate. 

That’s one of the reasons why we’ve included these tasty bars in our list of slimming essentials!

These individually wrapped bars are ideal for packed lunches or stashing in a handbag for snacking on the go. 

If you love peanut butter flavours, try our Banana and Peanut Muffins topped with fat free yoghurt and chopped fruit for a light breakfast.

You can find Fibre One Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars at most supermarkets for £1.99 per box of 4.

M&S Passion Fruit – 58 calories per 100g

Love the tart fruitiness of passion fruit, but hate having to scoop the seeds and fruit out of the skin? 

This M&S Passion Fruit has done all of the hard work for you and means you can simply open up the bag and easily add a passion fruit zing to any dish.

Each serving counts as 1 of your 5 a day and it’s also suitable for vegetarian diets. If you don’t want to use the entire pouch in one go, then you can simply pop it back into the fridge and consume it within 24 hours of opening.

They’re delicious when added to some granola or sprinkled over some yoghurt, and also work really well when used in our Tropical Rice Pudding.

Why not try adding them to our Summer Berry Dessert or our Chocolate Waffles to add a really tasty, tangy twist?

You can grab this M&S Passion Fruit from M&S at £1 for a 90g pouch.

Moma Peanut Butter & Maple Syrup – 180 calories per sachet (made up with 125ml semi skimmed milk)

Now the mornings are darker and colder, it makes a warm, comforting breakfast even more special.

With these Moma Peanut Butter & Maple Syrup Porridge Sachets, you can have a pre-measured portion of British jumbo oats ready to heat in the microwave for only 2 minutes.

Containing peanuts and dates for a hint of natural sweetness, these vegan friendly oats are a great source of protein and fibre. 

Not only are the convenient, they’re only 180 calories for a slimming friendly breakfast with minimal fuss!

We love oats because they’re so versatile: from Apple Pie Cookies to a simple Apple and Blackberry Crumble, we’re t-oat-ily obsessed!

Pick up a box of 7 Moma Peanut Butter & Maple Syrup sachets from most supermarkets for around £2.90 per box.

Oatly Oatgurt Greek Style Yoghurt – 145 calories per 100g

Think that you can’t enjoy Greek Style Yoghurt if you’re on a vegan or dairy free diet? Think again!

This Oatly Oatgurt Greek Style Yoghurt has no lactose, milk protein or soya and is suitable for a vegan diet.

Although it still has the thick, smooth and creamy texture, and sour taste that you’d expect from a Greek yoghurt, it’s actually a fermented oat product with added vitamins and minerals.

The similar texture and taste means that you don’t have to compromise on flavour in order to make sure that you’re sticking to your dietary requirements.

Enjoy for breakfast alongside some mixed berries and granola, or as a tasty mid-morning snack.

You can find this Oatly Oatgurt Greek Style Yoghurt in most supermarkets at around £2.20, but it’s currently on offer at Sainsbury’s for just £1.70.

Quality Street Limited Edition Gingerbread Flavour Matchmakers – 71 calories per 4 sticks

Matchmakers are a classic British treat that have been around since the 60’s. 

Despite them being a popular addition to treat cupboards for decades, we love discovering new and exciting flavours to try such as these Quality Street Limited Edition Gingerbread Flavour Matchmakers!

With a Christmassy gingerbread flavour and the distinctive crunch, it’s hard to believe you can have four of these scrumptious sticks for only 71 calories! 

They’re free from artificial flavours, colours and preservatives, as well as being suitable for vegetarians.

We think these would make an amazing cake decoration! Why not try scattering some broken sticks over our Ginger Sponge or crushed over a Chocolate Lava Mug Cake?

We’ve spotted 120g boxes of  Quality Street Limited Edition Gingerbread Flavour Matchmakers for £1 at most supermarkets.

Moorish Chocolate Spread – 157 calories per serving

This Moorish Chocolate Spread is a chocolate, dessert hummus which might seem like a strange combo but it works really well!

A blend of chickpeas, coconut milk and sesame seed paste, this spread is flavoured with cocoa powder, pomegranate molasses and golden syrup and has 157 calories per serving.

Not only is it lower in calories than many other chocolate spreads, it also has around 70% less sugar too which is why we’ve included it on our list of slimming essentials.

As if that wasn’t good enough, it’s also suitable for vegan diets and is free from any palm oil.

We love this Moorish Chocolate Spread served with some fruit sticks for dipping, or alongside a recipe like our Cinnamon Swirls.

You can find this Moorish Chocolate Spread in Sainsbury’s at £1.80 per pot.

LEON Chicken Katsu Curry – 436 calories per serving

Want delicious restaurant quality food that you can pick up from your local supermarket?

You can now grab LEON’s Chicken Katsu Curry from the supermarket which is perfect if you can’t get to a restaurant at the moment.

This LEON Chicken Katsu Curry is gluten free, 1 of your 5 a day, is high in protein and is a source of fibre.

With just 436 calories per serving, it’s ready to eat in about 6 minutes which means it’s the perfect choice for a busy weekday evening.

It might be quick to cook, but that’s the only thing it has in common with typical fast food! With natural ingredients from around the world, you can enjoy a really tasty and healthy meal in no time at all.

If you have a bit more time on your hands, then check out our Chicken Katsu Curry or our Loaded Katsu Curry Fries – full of Katsu goodness but low on calories and Points!

This LEON Chicken Katsu Curry is available in Sainsbury’s for £4.

NEW Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s selection of fresh fruit and veggies, and each fortnight they choose six of them for a special offer where you can pick them up for pennies. 

Here’s our roundup of this fortnight’s selection, alongside some meal inspiration to give you some ideas on how to make the most of the Super 6!

Leeks – 54 calories per leek

With a mild onion-type flavour, leeks are a great base to add to so many dishes to add extra taste. You can use it to bulk out Steak and Pepper Pie, or pretty much any dish that uses root vegetables!

If you would prefer the leeks to take centre stage, try our Ham, Leek and Potato Soup with a crusty wholemeal roll.

Brussels Sprouts – 19 calories per sprout

Sprouts are in season right now, and you can pick up a pack for only 59p!

Although not everyone is a sprout lover, they’re really versatile so it’s always worth trying them cooked a different way to see if you enjoy them: we find roasted or sautéed has a much nicer taste than plain old boiled sprouts!

Marmite Sprouts and Balsamic Roasted Sprouts are a great way of using up these veggies, both with a unique flavour, and they’re also freezable so are an ideal budget friendly batch cook for the coming weeks!

Red Onion – 44 calories per onion

Red onions have a slighter milder and sweeter flavour than yellow onions, which makes them a delicious addition to salads and even as a garnish. 

We love simmering red onion in balsamic vinegar for a sweet caramelised flavour to add a depth of flavour to so many recipes, like our Caramelised Onion Cheese Toasties!

From Onion Bhajis to nutrient packed Vegetable Tarts, there’s plenty of ways to use up red onions.

Mini Easy Peelers – 35 calories per fruit

Snack sized, sweet and juicy! Mini easy peelers are great snacks for adults and children alike because the clue is in the name: they’re easy to peel, even for little fingers.

We love having a fully stocked fruit bowl that’s full of different colours, textures and flavours for an inviting snack at any time of day, and it really helps at those times it’s tough to decide between unhealthy snacks and a piece of fruit!

Serve alongside Chocolate Orange Baked Oats for a citrus packed breakfast.

4-Pack Unwaxed Lemons – 17 calories per fruit

Lemon is one of our favourite fruits to use in both sweet and savoury dishes. It adds a fresh, zesty flavour for minimal cost and effort, so we always have a bag on hand. 

These unwaxed lemons don’t have the added waxy layer that’s often added to keep the skin bright and shiny, so it means you get much more from the zest. 

Creamy Lemon Chicken is one of our most popular recipes over in our Facebook Group, and it’s not hard to see why! Fresh flavours and an indulgent sauce, it makes a simple weeknight dinner in only half an hour.

Don’t forget a slice of our Lemon Drizzle Cake for pud!

Sugar Snap Peas – 27 calories per cup serving

Sugar snap peas are packed with fibre and are a great way of adding texture to stir fries and salads.

Crunchy and fresh, you can serve them lightly sautéed with lemon juice and a pinch of salt for a simple side dish in only a few minutes. 

Why not try with a traditional roast dinner alongside Roast Beef and Gravy and crispy Roast Potatoes?

Don’t forget to tell us your tips and tricks for making the most of this fortnight’s Super 6!

**Remember: we do not take payment, promotion or gift for any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**

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