This chapati bread recipe is a traditional Indian flatbread, also called a Roti, that is commonly eaten in Indian households. Generally, the bread is made freshly each day to serve with meals. The Chapati bread is used to soak up the sauce make the dish more filling. It’s cheaper to make more Chapati then to … Read more
Indian Dahl is a traditional curry dish from India that’s perfect for vegans, vegetarians or anyone else that enjoys a spicy lentil dish. It is loaded with nutrients and is a healthy source of fibre. This version of Vegan Indian Dahl is the perfect dish to cook in big batches and refrigerate or freeze for … Read more
When I was a vegetarian I had a lot of signature dishes that I absolutely loved! This Stuffed Pumpkin recipe was one of my favourites. I have made a few alterations over the years but it still remains a dish that makes me feel healthy and nourished. Even though I am a bonafide meat eater … Read more
The recipe idea for this Vegan Corn & Polenta Stack has been rattling around in my head for quite a while now. I’ve actually bought corn three times with the intention of making this dish and each time I used it in an alternative meal. In the early 90’s, polenta had it’s moment in the spotlight, … Read more
The weather has been quite cool recently, and at the local markets, we found some fabulous Ciabatta Bread. Once we had done the rounds of the stalls I decided to come home and make something quick and warm to serve with the beautiful loaf of bread. What could be better than my “Easy Pesto Pea … Read more
Healthy beetroot chips are a nutritious snack food which is simple to make and tastes great!
I am finally on the Chia seed bandwagon, and now I feel the need to share a delicious Apple Pie Chia Pudding recipe. I admit it took a little while for me to be convinced of the benefits of this little grain. My change of heart came about as I was trying to increase the … Read more
Thank you to everyone who watched me make a Thermomix Baba Ganoush dip. This was my first facebook live recipe presentation. I absolutely loved reading the comments and getting all the thumbs up! I’ve been making Baba Ganoush for years, it’s one of my favourite dips because it’s healthy and delicious. The recipe doesn’t include … Read more
During the colder months I tend to crave something sweet of an evening. Typically though, by the time I’ve put the kids to bed I’m all out of energy. This’s where a quick, individual serve, dessert recipe like this Lemon & Poppy Seed Mug Cake comes in very handy. Do you remember my Chocolatey Rocky … Read more
Is the weather cool in your part of the world? It’s blowing an icy gale here! Thankfully the smell of chai spiced slow cooker rice pudding is warming the house. This dish is the epitome of comfort food. It’s warm, and nourishing and just sweet enough to satisfy a dessert craving. This is a dish … Read more
As a former vegetarian some of my more delicious and satisfying recipes are either vegetarian or vegan. This Vegan Moroccan Spiced Beans recipe is no exception. The dish is full of flavour, is exceptionally nutritious and has an amazing comfort food appeal. Just eating this dish feels like you are doing your body (and your … Read more
When I have a food craving it rarely diminishes over time. Usually it becomes a maddening obsession until I finally relent and satisfy my desire for the particular item. That is all well and good if the item is nearby. My current obsession is with the Falafel and I just had to make a batch of … Read more
I think by nature I’m a bit of a skeptic. I’ve seen protein balls about for a while now, and I have avoided them. So when I decided it was time to try combining some ingredients and create some Chocolate Orange Protein Balls of my own I was very surprised and pleased with the results. Why have … Read more
What is “The Higher Being,”… LOL! I wouldn’t know, and I am not going to get philosophical with you, that is definitely not my department! In the context of this story the “Higher Being” is my baby brother. He is absolutely everything I am not! We started calling him HB very tongue in cheek. :0 … Read more
Summer is the season for picnics and BBQ’s, dropping around at friend’s houses and having guests at your own. The weather is beautiful, the days are longer, and when the sun does go down its still gorgeous sitting outside with a glass of wine and enjoying the mild evening. With all of this relaxing my … Read more