JubileeHow to throw the perfect…

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2 Jubilee picnic party menuFive delicious picnic recipes to make your Jubilee celebrations truly memorable

3 Planning your picnic partyFrom what to pack in your hamper to back-up plan ideas in case it rains, we’ve thought of everything to make your day a success

4 Scotch eggsRecreate our super simple version of this picnic food staple

5 Picnic loafThe whole family will love this white bloomer stuffed with layers of ham, salami, cheese and roasted veggies

6 Trio of dips Easy homemade guacamole, spicy salsa and mint and cucumber dips

7 Smoked salmon and dill tartA make-ahead tart filled with smoked salmon and dill

8 Summer berry and white chocolate jelliesIndividual jellies jam-packed with juicy British berries

9 What to drinkWine or beer? Still or sparkling water? Sainsbury’s wine expert Kimberley Davenport shares her top drinks for a picnic

10 Choosing your cheesePick the perfect cheese to take on your picnic with help from Sainsbury’s cheese expert Win Merrells

11 Get the picnic party lookStand out from the picnic crowd with our Jubilee-themed accessories and craft ideas

12 Jubilee picnic party invitationPrint off our stylish free invitations and send them to your friends

13 Party checklistWe’ve thought of everything to make your Jubilee picnic party run without a hitch

When it comes to planning a Jubilee picnic party,

we’ve got everything you need to make it a huge

success. Your printable party planner

includes a celebration menu

featuring five fab recipes, plus

there are ideas for decorating,

free invitations and lots of

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pennies, ‘cheat’ tips to

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and ‘magic’ tips to make things just

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Scotch eggsBaked Scotch eggs with fresh flat-leaf parsley

Picnic loafBread stuffed with ham, salami, cheese, peppers, veggies and rocket

Trio of dipsHomemade guacamole, spicy salsa, and mint and cucumber dips

Smoked salmon and dill tartA tasty tart filled with smoked salmon and dill

Summer berry and white chocolate jelliesIndividual jellies packed with juicy British berries

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A decorating idea, special ingredient or chef’s tip to really give your Jubilee party food that ‘wow factor’

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Send invitationsMake your Jubilee picnic more

of an occasion by sending out invitations (print off our free ones on p12) well in advance of your chosen date.

Plan the menuWe have five delicious recipes

for picnic food that are easy to make but special enough for a celebration. Why not divide them up between a few friends to make? It’s easiest to stick to foods that

How many guests?The beauty of a picnic is that

you’re not restricted by space, so you can invite as many people as you like. Our picnic menu serves six, but the very nature of a picnic means everyone will pick and choose, so this could stretch to cater to 10-12 with the addition of a few extra bags of crisps and nibbles.

Finding a spotWhether you choose a scenic

beauty spot or fancy setting up near a big screen showing the Jubilee celebrations (check in your local press or on your local council’s website for locations), pick a place that’s easily accessible for your guests, with nearby parking or a train station – and plenty of open space to set up a cricket pitch! It’s also wise to have a plan B in case of rain. Do some research before you go to locate the nearest pub, park with a pavilion or National Trust property with a covered area or café you can dash into should the heavens open.

Lounging, laughing, sharing something delicious with friends – there are moments when time just seems to stand still. A picnic is a great way to spend a summer’s

day, so why not pack a special hamper to celebrate the Jubilee...

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don’t require keeping warm or heating and can be packed in a cool box with ice packs. It’s best to eat the food within two hours.

Make it specialSummer picnics are what

memories are made of, so go the extra mile to make it a day to remember. Set the scene with Jubilee-themed picnicware, take plump cushions for everyone to sit on and pack a few fun games to play with little royal-themed souvenirs as prizes.

Play up

the themeIf ever there was a time to

pull out the red, white and blue, it’s now! Turn your picnic into a

proper occasion simply by sticking to this strict colour theme via your

picnic blanket, paper plates, napkins, cushions, lanterns

– in fact, anything you can think of!

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MAKES 6

PREP TIME: 30 MINS

COOK TIME: 35 MINS

6 medium free-range British Woodland eggs

by Sainsbury’s

375g Sainsbury’s Butcher’s Choice pork

sausagemeat

1 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1 medium British free-range Woodland egg

by Sainsbury’s, beaten

90g Sainsbury’s natural breadcrumbs

1 Place the 6 whole eggs in a pan with enough cold water to just cover them. Bring to a simmer and cook gently for 8 mins. Drain and cool quickly by running under cold tap water until cool enough to handle. Peel off the shells and set aside.

2 Preheat the oven to 190ºC, fan 170ºC, gas 5. Add the sausagemeat and chopped parsley to a bowl and mix well. Using wet hands, divide into 6 portions and shape into flat oval-shaped patties. Place an egg in the centre of each patty and carefully wrap the sausage meat around the eggs, making sure they are completely covered and smooth.

3 Put the beaten egg in a bowl and the breadcrumbs on plate. Dip the sausage-coated eggs into the beaten egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs to coat completely. Put on a baking tray and bake for 25 mins until lightly browned.

Use the stale ends of a loaf to make your own breadcrumbs. Put them under a medium grill for 1-2 mins before using them to coat the Scotch eggs.

Buy ready-made Sainsbury’s Scotch eggs.

If you like your egg yolk on the soft side, reduce the boiling time by 1 min. For extra flavour, add a little lemon zest and some washed and finely chopped fresh thyme leaves to the sausage mixture.

Prepare ahead

Boil the eggs the day before and cover with the

meat, ready to bake on the morning of the

picnic.

Scotch eggs

Scotch eggs are a picnic staple and these are really simple to make – they’re baked in the oven, so there’s no frying pan to wash!

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SERVES 6

PREP TIME: 20 MINS

COOK TIME: 15-20 MINS

2 red peppers, halved and deseeded

2 yellow peppers, halved and deseeded

1 medium courgette, sliced

2 tbsp olive oil by Sainsbury’s

20g Taste the difference SunBlush®

tomatoes, chopped

800g Taste the difference unsliced

white bloomer

8 Taw Valley extra-mature Cheddar

slices by Sainsbury’s

8 Milano salami slices by Sainsbury’s

125g pack Taste the difference

prosciutto cotto

70g bag wild rocket leaves

1 Preheat the oven to 200ºC, fan 180ºC, gas 6. Cut the pepper halves into quarters and place in a roasting tin with the courgette. Drizzle over the olive oil, season with black pepper and toss together. Roast for 15-20 mins until softened and golden. Stir in the sunblush tomatoes and set aside to cool.

2 With a serrated knife, horizontally slice the very top off the loaf, and set aside. Scoop out the middle of the loaf, leaving a 2cm edge all the way round. (Save the scooped-out bread for making breadcrumbs). Spoon 1⁄3 of the roasted vegetables into the base of the loaf, pressing them down firmly. Top with the Cheddar slices and then the salami slices. Top with half the rocket leaves, pressing down well. Add another 1⁄3 of the roasted vegetables followed by the prosciutto slices. Top with the remaining rocket and roasted vegetables. Place the top back on the loaf, wrap first in clingfilm and then in foil ready to transport.

3 Once at the picnic, keep the loaf together and cut into slices to serve.

Picnic loaf

Take a loaf of bread and stuff it with layers of ham and salami, cheese, peppers, roasted vegetables and rocket – it’ ll look so impressive perched on your picnic rug

Make it veggie

Leave out the ham and salami and stuff with

slices of griddled halloumi instead.

Fry-off a pack of frozen chargrilled Mediterranean vegetables by Sainsbury’s instead of fresh peppers and courgettes.

Instead of stuffing a loaf, use the ingredients to make doorstep sarnies with a Sainsbury’s sandwich loaf.

Before stuffing the loaf, spread the inside with a little Sainsbury’s red pesto, and add a few fresh washed basil leaves to the final veg layer.

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When making the salsa, replace the fresh tomatoes with a 400g carton basics chopped tomatoes – they’re all red, but come in different shades.

Instead of making guacamole from scratch, buy ready-made guacamole by Sainsbury’s and stir through 100g washed and chopped Sainsbury’s vine-ripened tomatoes.

Turn the mint and cucumber dip into party canapés: buy ready-made Taste the difference pastry spoons, fill with 1 tsp of the dip and top with pieces of smoked salmon.

GuacamoleSERVES: 6

PREP TIME: 5 MINS

Mash the flesh of 2 ripe avocados in a bowl. Add the juice of 1 lime, 1 crushed clove of garlic, 1⁄2 tsp ground cumin and a drop of Tabasco sauce, and mix well. Season with freshly ground black pepper then add 1⁄2 chopped chilli, 1⁄2 finely chopped red onion and 1⁄2 x 250g pack Sainsbury’s British vine-ripened tomatoes. Transfer to a container ready to take to your picnic.

Spicy salsaSERVES 6

PREP TIME: 5 MINS

COOK TIME: 8 MINS

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over a low heat. Add 1 chopped shallot and cook for 2 mins. Add 1 finely chopped clove garlic, 1 finely chopped red chilli and 1 finely chopped green chilli, then cook very gently for another minute. Tip in a 400g tin Taste the Difference Pomodorini cherry tomatoes and cook for a further 5 mins, then remove from the heat and leave to cool. When completely cool, stir through 1 tsp Sainsbury’s balsamic vinegar and a handful of washed and chopped fresh coriander leaves. Season with freshly ground black pepper, then transfer to a container ready to take to your picnic.

Mint and cucumber dipSERVES 6

PREP TIME: 5 MINS

Mix together 200g Sainsbury’s 10% fat Greek-style natural yogurt, 1⁄2 x 28g pack washed and finely chopped fresh mint, 1⁄2 washed and deseeded cucumber that’s been cut into crescents and the juice of 1⁄2 lemon. Season with freshly ground black pepper then transfer to a container ready to take your picnic.

Homemade tortilla chipsCut wholemeal tortilla wraps by Sainsbury’s into triangles, arrange on baking trays and bake at 180°C, fan 160°C, gas 4, for 5-6 mins until golden and crisp.

Trio of dips

Prepare ahead

Why not get ahead and make the dips the day

before. You can keep them in sealed containers in

the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Have a go at making our easy homemade guacamole, spicy salsa, and mint and cucumber dips for your Jubilee picnic spread. Serve with fresh crudités

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SERVES 6

PREP TIME: 25 MINS,

PLUS 20 MINS’ CHILLING TIME

COOK TIME: 1 HOUR 10 MINS

500g shortcrust pastry block by Sainsbury’s

5 medium British free-range Woodland eggs

by Sainsbury’s, lightly beaten

125g Sainsbury’s fresh soured cream

125ml British semi-skimmed milk

by Sainsbury’s 1⁄4 x 25g pack fresh dill, washed and chopped,

plus extra sprigs to garnish

Zest of 1 unwaxed lemon

2 x 120g packs Scottish smoked

salmon by Sainsbury’s, chopped1⁄2 bunch spring onions, trimmed and sliced

1 Put the shortcrust pastry on a lightly floured surface and roll out until just slightly thinner than the thickness of a £1 coin. Carefully lift the pastry and lightly press it into a 32cm x 21cm tart tin. Place in the fridge to chill for 20 mins. Preheat the oven to 190ºC, fan 170ºC, gas 5.

2 Line the chilled tart case with baking parchment, then fill with baking beans (or rice). Bake for 25 mins, then remove the baking beans and parchment and continue baking for a further 5-10 mins, until the pastry is crisp and beginning to turn golden.

3 Meanwhile, lightly whisk together the eggs, soured cream, milk, dill and lemon zest. Season with freshly ground black pepper.

4 Evenly scatter the salmon trimmings and most of the spring onions into the bottom of the cooked pastry case then pour the cream mixture over the top. Scatter the remaining spring onions and dill sprigs over the top. Reduce the oven temperature to 180ºC, 160ºC fan, gas 4 and cook the tart for 30-35 mins, until set in the middle and beginning to turn golden on top. Let cool completely before transferring to a plate, covering with foil and keeping in the fridge overnight.

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healthierThis recipe works just

as well with ready-rolled light shortcrust pastry

by Sainsbury’s instead.

Make this impressive tart, filled with smoked salmon and dill, the day before your Jubilee picnic. Keep it in the fridge overnight then cut it up when you get to the park

Fill a ready-made Sainsbury’s savoury tart case, or buy a Taste the difference smoked salmon & watercress quiche.

Serve each slice topped with a dollop of half-fat crème fraîche and a few washed and snipped chives.

Smoked salmon and dill tart

Use basics smoked salmon trimmings – they’re Scottish, too, but come in various cuts, slices and shades.

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MAKES 6 INDIVIDUAL JELLIES

PREP TIME: 20 MINS,

PLUS 3 HOURS’ SETTING TIME

COOK TIME: 10 MINS

5 sheets gelatine

1 tsp lemon juice

110g Sainsbury’s Fairtrade white caster sugar

190ml be good to yourself cranberry and raspberry

juice, or medium-sweet rosé wine

225g Sainsbury’s fresh mixed berries (strawberries,

raspberries and blueberries), washed, strawberries

hulled and quartered

For the white chocolate layer

375ml Sainsbury’s British double cream

55g Fairtrade smooth white chocolate

by Sainsbury’s, broken up into chunks

2 sheets gelatine

1 Soak the 6 gelatine sheets in cold water for 5 mins to soften. In a pan, bring 300ml water and the lemon juice to the boil. Add the sugar, stirring until dissolved, then remove from the heat. Squeeze the water from the gelatine and add the sheets to the syrup. Stir until dissolved, then stir in the cranberry and raspberry juice or wine. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

2 Divide the mixed berries (reserve a few for decorating) between 8 x 200ml plastic tumblers, then pour over the jelly to half-fill the glasses. Chill for at least 2 hours until set.

3 Once set, make the white chocolate layer. Heat the cream in a pan over a medium heat. As it starts to boil, reduce the heat, then stir in the white chocolate until melted, then remove from the heat.

4 Soak the gelatine sheet in cold water for 5 mins to soften, then squeeze out the excess water. Add to the cream and chocolate mixture, stir, then allow to cool a little. Pour on top of the set jelly layer. Let set in the fridge for at least an hour (or overnight). Top with the remaining berries, then cover with clingfilm ready for your picnic.

Summer berry and white chocolate jellies

Packed with juicy British berries and covered with a layer of creamy white chocolate, these individual jellies can be made with fruit juice for the kids or rosé wine for the grown-ups

You could leave out the fruit in the jelly and use just a few pieces to decorate the tops instead

Buy ready-made jelly pots and top with the homemade white chocolate jelly.

Add a pretty finishing touch by decorating the jellies with a few Sainsbury’s Princess sprinkles.

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fruit instead.

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What to drinkGathering together and raising a toast – if any occasion demands a

resounding clink of glasses, it has to be the Jubilee. But what drinks should you choose to turn your picnic into an unforgettable day?

This isn’t just any picnic – it’s a celebratory affair! So make things just that little bit more special by treating your guests to a glass of bubbly. Whether you choose Champagne, cava or Prosecco, make sure it’s well-chilled before

you leave home and keep it in a chiller bag until you’re ready to make a toast. Add a few fresh washed raspberries or a strawberry to each glass for an extra taste of British summer. For children and non-drinkers, fill their glasses with something soft and sparkly, then add the fruit for them as well.

Kimberley’s top tips‘picnics call for simple, uncomplicated drinks, like white wines with good

acidity to refresh the palate, as well as some options for the non-drinkers,’ says Sainsbury’s wine expert Kimberley davenport. Try Kimberley’s drink ideas for a perfect picnic:

White wineHouse Pinot Grigio A light summery wine that boasts a lovely white-peach flavour and a crisp mineral finish. It goes really well with our picnic loaf (p5).

Rosé wineBanrock Station Pink Moscato A very light and sweet Australian wine with a slight sparkle and lower alcohol content (5.5%). It’s lovely with our summer berry jelly dessert (p8).

Beer and ciderTaste the Difference Kentish ale This British ale is produced exclusively for Sainsbury’s by renowned brewer Shepherd-Neame, and combines a full-bodied, malty palate with spicy citrus aromas. Great enjoyed outdoors.

And for the non-drinkers…Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference sparkling Sicilian lemonade The ultimate summer-refresher, this cloudy, sparkling lemonade is made with real Sicilian lemon juice.

Top tip

Fragile wine glasses and picnics don’t really

mix. But there’s no need to drink bubbly out of a paper

tumbler – we’ve got a range of elegant plastic stemware to

quaff your drinks from.

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Choosing your cheeseNo picnic is complete without cheese, and taking a little time

to choose the perfect ones for your outdoor feast will pay off. Try before you buy at our deli counters, so you can be sure of getting something you like

Stuck for ideas on what to choose for your picnic? Why not ask at our instore counter for advice, and remember, you can try before you buy, so it’s easy to find something

you like. Don’t be afraid of packing an oozing, soft cheese (try to choose one in its own wooden box) as these are great for dipping chunks of bread or crudités into. A Cheddar is always a

good bet, especially if there are children to consider. And a Great British picnic calls for that classic Great British blue cheese – Stilton. Cheese is best enjoyed at room temperature, rather than chilled, so it works well as picnic food. But prevent it from getting too hot and sweating by packing it in greaseproof paper before you go.

Win’s top 3 cheeses for picnics

‘Small, soft cheeses – like a goats’ cheese log – are perfect for picnics, enjoyed simply with bread and crackers,’

says win Merrells, Sainsbury’s cheese expert. here are win’s other favourite cheese choices for a picnic spread:

British Applewood

Bursting with flavour, applewood-smoked Cheddar is a versatile choice that should prove popular with both adults and little ones. Made in Somerset, it’s smooth and creamy with a delicious smokey flavour.

Taste the Difference Demi Pont L’Evéque

This soft French cheese packs quite a punch in aroma, but is deliciously mild and delicate in flavour. If you like Brie and Camembert, then why not give this one a try.

Tuxford & Tebbutt Blue Stilton

Most cheese-lovers can’t resist a little bit of blue, and this award-winning Stilton, made in Melton Mowbray, is one of the finest.

Top tip

Don’t forget to pack a crusty bread stick or two

to enjoy with your selection of cheese. Fruit

and nuts always add a special touch, too.

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Stand out from the picnic crowd

with Jubilee-themed decorations and crafty touches

Get the picnic

party look

On your shopping list…The best thing about picnicking is that you can avoid washing up. So, stock up on paper plates and cups, such as our Jubilee-themed round paper plates, £2.50 for a pack of 8 (122718230) and paper cups, £1.50 for a pack of 8 (122722378).

Top tip

Keep your eyes peeled instore for

red, white and blue drinking straws that

will fit with your Jubilee theme.

Head down to your local charity shop and look out for second-hand hampers, cases and picnic blankets to take on your picnic. Or, if you’re really lucky, you might even find a fab old Union Jack flag to use as a rug or simply look decorative!

Jubilee cake tins, £8 for set of 2 (122705949)

TU stripe cushion, £10 (122592809)TU Union Jack cushion, £12 (122597360)

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Wrap cutlery in our Jubilee paper napkins, tie with red, white and blue ribbon and stack in a vintage tin or jar to add a simple yet special touch to your picnic party decorations.

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Last-minute considerations…■ Have you checked the

weather forecast? ■ Choose lightweight plastic

containers to store food in.■ Do you have a pre-made

salad dressing or olive oil to drizzle over your salads?

■ Have you got a citronella candle or insect repellent?

■ Do you have a cutting knife with a cover for safe transporting?

No time to cook?no problem. our easy instore food ordering service has all you need to plan a lovely picnic, without stepping into the kitchen. we’ve got everything from tasty

finger foods to easy-to-transport food platters and delicious desserts. Simply pick up a brochure instore, or download and print one from sainsburys.co.uk/livewellforless, then complete the order form and take it to the customer Service desk. pay a £10 deposit, collect your goodies on the day you specified and settle your balance. Then get ready to party in the great outdoors.

Food? Tick. Drinks? Tick. But in all the rush, there’s bound to be somethingyou forget. We all know that feeling – and how leaving something behind can take

the shine off your special day. Our handy checklist is here to help

Party checklist

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Don’t forget…■ Picnic basket ■ Cooler bag ■ Picnic blankets or rugs ■ Sunscreen and hats■ Salt and pepper ■ Paper napkins■ Paper plates, plastic

cups and plastic wine glasses■ Corkscrew or bottle opener ■ Cutlery and a few proper knives■ Can opener■ Mini chopping board ■ Condiments■ Ice pack or bags of ice■ Serving spoons and utensils■ Paper towels and wet wipes■ Fold-out picnic chairs and table ■ Umbrellas■ Garbage bags

Top tip

If your picnic basket is bursting to the brim,

grab an old suitcase to carry your rug, cushions and

accessories in. It’ll add a sweet vintage

touch, too.

You can live well for less than you thought at Sainsbury’s. Based on price perception data January 2012. For more

information go to sainsburys.co.uk/livewellforless. Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Ltd, 33 Holborn, London EC1N 2HT