Courgette and cheese muffins Session: 5 Courgette and cheese muffins © Crown copyright 2008

Ingredients 1 small courgette 100g cheddar cheese 225g self raising flour 50ml oil 175ml semi-skimmed milk 1 egg Black pepper © Crown copyright 2008

Equipment 12 muffin cases Muffin tin Chopping board Knife Grater Measuring jug Mixing bowl Wooden spoon 2 spoons Cooling rack © Crown copyright 2008

1. Preheat oven to 200°C or gas mark 6. Method 1. Preheat oven to 200°C or gas mark 6. © Crown copyright 2008

2. Place the muffin cases in the muffin tin. Method 2. Place the muffin cases in the muffin tin. © Crown copyright 2008

3. Cut the ends of the courgette. © Crown copyright 2008

4. Grate the courgette and cheese. © Crown copyright 2008

5. Mix all the ingredients together to form a smooth batter. © Crown copyright 2008

6. Mix all the ingredients together to form a smooth batter. © Crown copyright 2008

7. Divide the mixture equally between the muffin cases using 2 spoons. © Crown copyright 2008

8. Bake for 20 minutes, until golden. © Crown copyright 2008

9. Allow to cool on a cooling rack. © Crown copyright 2008

Try using a grated carrot instead of courgette. Top tips Try using a grated carrot instead of courgette. Add finely sliced chilli or ginger for a different flavour. Crumble in a little crispy grilled bacon. Try different types of cheese e.g. feta, edam. Try adding a little mustard. © Crown copyright 2008

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