This was the first time I've made granola and I am surprised I haven't made it sooner. It is one of my favourite snacks and breakfasts. I think the danger with it is that once I start eating it I can't stop! A lot of supermarket brand granolas are very high in sugars, and although … Continue reading Christmas Spiced Nutty Granola with Cranberries and Dark Chocolate Chips
You can use whatever root vegetables you have for this salad; carrots, turnip, swede or beetroots plus sweet potato too! It is hearty, healthy and a great way enjoy your vegetables over the chilly winter months! Serves: 2 Ingredients: 1/2 a kohlrabi, cut into chunks 1/4 a squash, cut into chunks 2 parsnips, sliced 2 tbsp … Continue reading Root Vegetable Salad with Squash and Spring Greens
This is Christmas in loaf-form- cranberries, cinnamon, mixed spice, dried fruits and lots of indulgence, what more could you want?! Many thanks to Whitworths for lots of the ingredients which were given to me as part of the Share The Love campaign. Many people certainly got to feel the love with this loaf and I … Continue reading Christmas Spiced Banana Loaf
I have to admit, beetroot isn't my favourite vegetable. I do still enjoy it, but woud much rather blend it up into a sauce with other flavours or turn it into a dip! I do however love the colour it produces, and that's why I keep going back to it! This recipe is a great … Continue reading Balsamic Onions & Mushrooms with Beetroot Pasta
If you have a little extra time in the mornings to caramelise some pears with your oats, do it! I always find that when I have a comforting, filling and delicious first meal of the day, I snack less during the day and make healthier choices. I also have a massive sweet tooth, so starting … Continue reading Caremelised Pear and Vanilla Protein Oats
Nothing will get you into the Christmas spirit more than making this delicious, booooozy mincemeat. I'm not usually a massive fan of mince pies or mincemeat, but making it my own at home meant I could make it exactly to my taste, plus it was surprisingly easy and therapeutic. I cannot wait to make my … Continue reading Spiced Rum Vegan Mincemeat
There are so many vegan and vegetarian options available for Christmas this year! There’s also a lot that you can make at home with a few simple ingredients. Keep an eye out for more yummy mains that I’ll be posting in the lead up to Christmas! Ingredients: 1/2 a butternut squash, peeled and diced Spray … Continue reading Creamy Squash Wellington
Y'know those fancy gourmet chocolate bars you see in Harrods or Selfridges, and they look so pretty and delicious but £10 for a chocolate bar is way out of your league..? Well you can make one at home! Not only is it super simple, you can add in any extras your heart desires. As it's … Continue reading Chocolate Popcorn’n’Goji Bark
I made this as a quick lunch before I had to dash out of the door again. The spelt I used was already pre-cooked so this only took me 8 minutes to make! You can also use brown rice, pearly barley, giant cous cous, quinoa or bulgar wheat Serves: 1 Ingredients: 80g cooked barley (I used … Continue reading Speedy Spelt Salad
It's December, I'm feeling festive and what better to do than bake cookies and curl up on the sofa with a hot drink and some homemade cookies? These are a wonderful cross between a cookie and a cake and are absolutely dreamy when drizzled with lots of chocolate and sprinkled with a little sea salt. … Continue reading Nutty Chocolate Banana Cookies
