Ingredients: Cookie Cutter: You can purchase a traditional Linzer Cookie cutter; however this isn’t essential just make sure you have one large cutter and a smaller cutter for the middle. I’ve used a round one this time, but you could use a star shape for Christmas. Instructions: 1: Cut the cold butter into small pieces and quickly crumble […]
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Dee’s kidney bean soup
December 6th, 2021
Dee’s kidney bean soup INGREDIENTS (for 4 + leftovers) 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp olive oil 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 1 red pepper, cut into 2cm pieces 1 tin of chopped tomatoes 1 tin of kidney beans, drained and washed 2 tsp smoked paprika (sweet) 500ml veggie stock Salt and pepper […]
Black Bean Chocolate Brownies
June 11th, 2021
INGREDIENTS (for ca. 10 brownies) 1 can of black beans, washed and drained (believe it or not, this will act as your flour) 2 eggs 3 tbs coconut oil, melted 45g raw cacao powder 120g of maple syrup Vanilla extract (optional) 2 tsp a pinch of salt raspberries Note: If you want your brownies to […]
Roasted Peach Salad
April 7th, 2021
Roasted peach salad on a bed of lambs lettuce and fennel Making food over the Easter period takes on a different pace in our house. It is a time to unwind and reflect and to recharge our batteries whilst we gather and bring life to a slower pace. We slow down to absorb the flavours […]
Black Bean Chocolate Brownies
March 2nd, 2021
INGREDIENTS (for ca. 10 brownies)– 1 can of black beans, washed and drained (believe it or not, this will act as your flour)– 2 eggs– 3 tbs coconut oil, melted– 45g raw cacao powder– 120g of maple syrup– Vanilla extract (optional) 2 tsp– a pinch of salt– raspberries Note: If you want your brownies to […]
Warming minestrone soup
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 4) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 clove of garlic, roughly minced 2 tbsp tomato puree 1.5 lt veggie stock 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, cut into small chunks 1 clove of garlic, roughly minced 2 carrots, cut into small chunks 2 small courgettes, cut into small chunks 2 tbsp tomato puree 1.5 […]
Tangy butter bean soup
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 4) 1tbsp love oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves of garlic, minced 2 tins of butter beans, drained and washed 1 tin on chopped tomatoes 500ml vegetable stock 2 handfuls of parsley, chopped 1tsp cumin powder 2 tbsp tomato puree Juice of 1 lemon INSTRUCTIONS Pour olive oil into a large pot […]
Spiced lentil shepherds pie
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 4 + leftovers) prep time 30 minutes, cooking time 25 minues For the pie: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 1 celery, finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 2 tbsp tomato puree 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp […]
Roasted whole stuffed cauliflower recipe
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS 1 large or 2 small cauliflowers 4 tbsp rapeseed or olive oil 50g chopped nuts 1 tsp ground turmeric 100g pomegranates For the stuffing 1 onion, chopped 200g spinach 2 cloves of garlic, chopped 120g cashews 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp ground ginger A sprinkle of nutmeg Salt and […]
Red rice salad with cashews & raisins
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (for 1 bowl, serves ca. 6) 500g red rice 2 red pepper, cut into small chunks 1 green pepper, cut into small chunks 4 stalks of spring onion, chopped small 250g cashew nuts, roasted 125g raisins For the dressing: 2 tbsp tamari 3 tbsp sesame oil Juice of 1 lemon 2 tsp honey or […]
Rainbow salad with an apple cider vinegar dressing
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (to make 1 large bowl) 1/2 head of red cabbage, remove outer layer 1 head of romaine lettuce, washed 3 carrots, peeled 2 red peppers A handful of fresh mint (optional) For the dressing: 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper INSTRUCTIONS Finely slice the red cabbage into very […]
Quick quinoa bowl
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 2) 135g quinoa, washed 50g tofu, cut into chunks 50g feta cheese, cut into chunks 2 inch cucumber, cut into small chunks 1 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper Any fresh or dried herbs if you have, mixed mediterranean herbs work well INSTRUCTIONS Cook your quinoa per packet […]
Quick chickpea and courgette noodles
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 1) 1 nest of instant wherein vermicelli noodles 2 inch of courgette, cut into cubes 1/3 tin of chickpeas, drained and washed 6 black olives, halved A handful of parsley, finely chopped Juice of 1/2 lemon A sprinkle of chilli flakes A sprinkle of ground turmeric 1/2 tbsp olive oil Black pepper INSTRUCTIONS […]
Penne with cashew and spinach pesto
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 4) 350g brown rice penne, uncooked 2 yellow courgettes, cut into 0.5cm slices 2 handfuls spinach 1 tbsp olive oil 50g cashews, soaked in cold water for an hour if you have time 4 pcs. sun-dried tomatoes Juice of 1 lemon Lemon zest A dash of water Salt and pepper INSTRUCTIONS Cook your […]
Open prawn & edamame bean sandwich
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 1) 1-2 slices of rye bread or sourdough 12 raw king prawns, shelled A handful of edamame beans A handful of spinach leaves, washed 1 clove of garlic 1 tsp olive oil Lemon juice Salt, pepper chilli flakes (optional) INSTRUCTIONS In a frying pan het the oil, add prawns, edamame beans, garlic, seasoning […]
Open egg sandwich on avo mash or sauerkraut
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS Open egg sandwich with sauerkraut 1 slice of rye bread 1 tbsp sauerkraut 1-2 eggs Chilli flakes or a little bit of harissa paste Open egg sandwich with ago mash and cherry tomatoes 1 slice of rye bread 1/2 avocado, mashed 4 cherry tomatoes, halved 1-2 eggs A drizzle of lemon juice Salt and […]
One pot quinoa and veggie curry
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 4) 250g mixed colour quinoa, washed 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 2 courgettes, chopped into cubes 2 carrots, chopped 1 orange pepper, cut into pieces 4 handfuls of spinach 1 tin of green lentils, drained and washed 750ml organic veggie stock 1 tbsp coconut or rapeseed oil 1 tin […]
Oatabix with blueberries
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (to make about 20 slices) 180 jumbo oats 130g blueberries (frozen or fresh) 2 tbsp melted coconut oil 2 tbsp desiccated coconut 1 grated apple 1 mashed banana 2 medium eggs, whisked 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (optional) 2 tsp ground cinnamon INSTRUCTIONS Make the oatabix and keep then in an airtight container to use […]
Oat and blueberry slices
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (to make about 20 slices) 180 jumbo oats 130g blueberries (frozen or fresh) 2 tbsp melted coconut oil 2 tbsp desiccated coconut 1 grated apple 1 mashed banana 2 medium eggs, whisked 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (optional) 2 tsp ground cinnamon INSTRUCTIONS Preheat your oven to 180 degree fan. Line a baking dish with […]
Moroccan spiced aubergine and chickpea stew
June 11th, 2020
INGREDIENTS (serves 4 + leftovers) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3cm piece ginger, peeled and grated 2 aubergines, cut into small chunks ca. 2cm cubes 1 tin of chickpeas, drained and washed 3 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground paprika (can be hot paprika […]