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This high protein quinoa granola is gluten free, and is a perfectly great tasty way to start your day. I love my version that uses oats, so in future I am going to combine the two by using the spices and the flaked coconut. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Quinoa Granola ♥ … Continue reading Quinoa Granola
I made this beef fat hollandaise years ago and my mom asked me for the recipe. Well, it took me quite an age to actually getting around to making it again, and being able to post this. You can use duck fat or lard if you would prefer, or if that is all you have … Continue reading Beef Fat Hollandaise
Using some of my favourite ingredients I created a banana peanut butter smoothie. This was like a meal in a glass, and something I will make again for a quick lunch time treat. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie ♥ My messaging App of choice is WhatsApp. I like … Continue reading Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie
There is one place we always go to when in Amsterdam and that is Pancakes Amsterdam. On each visit I have the pancakes with bacon pieces cooked into them. Served with maple syrup it is the perfect meal. Using this as my inspiration I made bacon waffles to enjoy for breakfast. Head straight on to … Continue reading Bacon Waffles
According to Heal, this ginger and lime granola is high in fibre. I can attest that it is packed with flavour. We all loved the ginger, and I particularly enjoyed the crunch when added to yoghurt. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Ginger And Lime Granola ♥ It took me five weeks to finally … Continue reading Ginger And Lime Granola
Bananas are so good for you, and even better when you turn them into banana waffles. These can be made in advance and the batter will keep for a few days in the fridge. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Banana Waffles ♥ The Helderberg Basin is known for its high pollen content. … Continue reading Banana Waffles | Adapted From Let’s Cook
I have been making one version or another of shakshuka eggs for some time. We used to make this North African dish for Dave's mum when we made breakfast for her. My folks ask for it when they stay at us, and the last time we went away this was our breakfast. I premade the … Continue reading Shakshuka Eggs | Great Make Ahead Recipe
These blueberry cheesecake pancakes will become a firm family favourite once you make them. I absolutely love the taste, and the texture and the kids have given these a big thumbs up. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes ♥ Each time I get a new car I make sure to … Continue reading Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes
When you cannot go to Italy, bring Italy to you! I made these semolina crumpets as a breakfast treat for Dave and I to enjoy with my bar-le-duc. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Semolina Crumpets ♥ Since our first flight change, we have been playing a pinging game with KLM. The travel … Continue reading Semolina Crumpets
Making sous vide scrambled eggs is something you do only if you really do not feel like standing in front of the stove. It is really just a fancy way to serve something that is really simple to make. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sous Vide Scrambled Eggs ♥ Part of the … Continue reading Sous Vide Scrambled Eggs
Unlike my recipe for sourdough waffles which uses the discard, this recipe for sour cream sourdough waffles is a two day process. On day one you refresh your starter. And on day two you can make the waffles. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sour Cream Sourdough Waffles ♥ We have three bathrooms … Continue reading Sour Cream Sourdough Waffles
This baked ricotta pancake is a reminder of Sicily. It really is easy to make at home and should be served warm. I made one to serve with sweet caramelized apples and another to go with dried figs cooked in red wine. Both were excellent. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Baked Ricotta … Continue reading Baked Ricotta Pancake
These sweet caramelized apples were part of our breakfast. I made a baked ricotta pancake to remind us of Sicily. Topped with the apples it was like being right back on the Island enjoying a typical Sicilian breakfast. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sweet Caramelized Apples ♥ The common belief is that … Continue reading Sweet Caramelized Apples
You will need a fair amount of time set aside to make this deep dish breakfast pizza. If you have a bread maker it will help cut the time down. If not, I suggest you make the dough the day before. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Deep Dish Breakfast Pizza ♥ Today … Continue reading Deep Dish Breakfast Pizza
Bircher is an overnight oats breakfast dish that is served cold. I made mine with strained yoghurt and added in the citrus purée and nuts for texture. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Bircher ♥ Ron suggested there might be more to our flight story, and so I thought I better finish it … Continue reading Bircher Overnight Oats
I am so enjoying the thick texture of strained yoghurt. I was buying it nearly every day but decided to spend less on ordinary thick yoghurt and make my own. This way I can play around with flavours and additions that are all sugar free. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Strained Yoghurt … Continue reading Strained Yoghurt
I was getting a bi-monthly delivery of fresh, locally farmed, organic vegetables. Sadly, the young lady who started this business has stopped supplying us with a seasonal selection. But, while I was getting the box, the most common use of the wide variety was a vegetable frittata. This makes for a great brunch or lunch … Continue reading Vegetable Frittata Using Seasonal Vegetables
It is so easy to make vanilla yoghurt at home using your oven. I am so pleased with the results that I doubt I will ever buy yoghurt again. And at least this way I can add the flavourings I like without having to worry about the sugar. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Vanilla Yoghurt Made In The Oven
Dried fruit compôte was traditionally a breakfast dish and to this day, many friends add this to their morning meal. It can also be used as an accompaniment to meat or served as a dessert with custard. Head straight on to the Recipe For Dried Fruit Compôte ♥ So, let's carry on with my gremlin. … Continue reading Dried Fruit Compôte Made With Rooibos Tea
I battled to find ricotta for these ricotta hotcakes and I wish I had bought more when I found it. These were amazing and Dave and I devoured two each without hesitating. He had his served with crispy bacon and maple syrup, and I used my pear and lemon butter. Head straight on to the … Continue reading Ricotta Hotcakes | Gluten-Free