This Pumpkin and Lentil Risotto is a hearty and nutritious meatless meal. Rice is such a quick and easy go to meal, just a few additions can make a simple rice dish into a wholesome, delicious family meal. I love how the pumpkin becomes a bright orange puree, holding the rice and lentils together. I […]
Corn and Red Pepper "Sunset" Soup
April 19, 2012 by
I adapted this recipe from Nigella Lawson’s Recipe for Sunshine Soup in her incredible book – Nigella Kitchen: Recipes from the Heart of the Home. It’s a book I page through regularly, I love reading the beautifully written recipe introductions and the photography is something to aspire to. Nigella’s Sunshine Soup consists of Corn and […]
Duck on a Lake Bento Lunchbox
April 18, 2012 by
Took the boys to the park the other day and all the ducks were standing in a line on the edge of the lake. Looks like a choreographed squad of synchronized swimmers about to take a delicate leap into the water, don’t you think? Was quite a sight to see and the boys have talked […]
Breakfast Idea – Coconut Quinoa Porridge
April 18, 2012 by
Following on from yesterday’s Breakfast in a Jar, and your comments on struggling with organizing a healthy family breakfast, I thought I’d share another fun Breakfast Idea with you for a little extra inspiration. This Quinoa Porridge is positively simple to prepare, so simple in fact that I can do it in a “Wordless Wednesday” […]
Breakfast in a Jar
April 17, 2012 by
The kids can get a little bored with daily cereal and milk for breakfast, as I mentioned in my Breakfast Muffin Tin Meal post. I’m always on the lookout for new breakfast ideas, so when I saw the cute “Breakfast in a Jar” concept doing the rounds on Pinterest I just knew I had to […]
Avocado and Spinach Sandwich Spread
April 16, 2012 by
Mr 3 is the Picky Eater of the family. He will politely, yet sternly turn his nose up at foods presented that are not part of his favorite foods list. As mentioned previously, he LOVES avocado, which on it’s own is full of nutritious goodness. I make him plain avocado sandwiches for lunch more often […]
Gluten-Free Chocolate & Strawberry Brownies
April 15, 2012 by
Passover is now over for another year and we indulged in more than our share of yummy Passover treats. Great to be back though enjoying toast for breakfast and being able to feed the kids pasta and sandwiches after 8 days without any. I will miss the flourless baking that comes with Passover, as I’ve […]
Potato, Tuna & Mushroom Gratin
April 12, 2012 by
Potato, Tuna & Mushroom Gratin – adapted from a Julia Child potato gratin recipe. Potato, Tuna & Mushroom Gratin This Potato, Tuna & Mushroom Gratin is adapted from the recipe for Gratin of Potatoes, Onions and Anchovies from Julia Child’s infamous “Mastering the art of French Cooking“. The first time I cooked the Gratin, I […]
Good For Your Skin – Walnut and Cranberry Cookies
April 11, 2012 by
Mr 21 Months has mild eczema. He gets little rashes that come and go in patches on his back and face. I have been to my GP and been referred to a Pediatrician and Dermatologist – all of whom have told me he will grow out of it “one day” and when it gets inflamed […]
Sugarless Coconut Macaroons – Wordless Wednesday
April 11, 2012 by
To make the Sugarless Coconut Macaroons, you simply beat 3 egg whites until stiff, then fold in 1 and 1/2 cups dessicated coconut, 1/3 cup almond meal and 1/3 cup of honey. Place tablespoons of the mixture onto a greased baking try and bake in a 180°C preheated oven for 15 minutes. The Coconut Macaroons […]
