I’ve devoted some time today to preparing about a months worth of this grain-free granola – time will tell if I can make it last a full month…! Most shop bought granola has oats and sugar as the first ingredients listed, neither of which I like to...
I had no intentions of baking anything today but in April, when you wake in the morning to hail stones knocking at the window and -1 degree C temperatures, the first thing I wanted to do was create some cosy in the kitchen! This raspberry Streusel bake is just perfect...
These are a bit of an indulgent treat due to the 3 step process to make them and also based on cost but if you can source the dates at a good price (buy in bulk and freeze is a good idea) and you can find some good quality dark chocolate at a reasonable price too,...
A vibrant orange sauce which is suitable for either beef or chicken dishes. It doesn’t take long to prepare and the flavours infuse during a low but short simmering on the stove top. You can make the sauce in advance and add to cooked meatballs or chicken. I...
A wonderful savoury option for breakfast, lunch or food on the go. It’s full of wholefood nutrition from the eggs, courgette and carrots and the flavours are elevated with the addition of rosemary. A food processor makes the food preparation much quicker with...
I love a recipe you can throw into one dish, bake in the oven and do little but wait for the ingredients to fuse and melt together to form one amazing tasting meal. Take this one-pot pasta bake dish for example. A traditional Italian recipe using traditional Italian...
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