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To make this creamy hummus you are going to have to peel your chickpeas.I know this sounds like quite a mission. But I did it by hand while I was watching TV. You can just rub them together between a dishtowel if that makes life easier for you. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Creamy Hummus
I love snacking, and these chipotle cashews are just perfect for that. I have adapted a recipe from Yotam Ottolenghi after seeing these flavour bombs on Master Chef Australia. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chipotle Cashews ♥ I read an article some time ago saying that every home should have a junk … Continue reading Chipotle Cashews
These mini frittatas are so easy to make and so versatile. You can substitute the vegetables you have at home that need using up. And pack them into your kids' lunch boxes. Dave and I warmed them up slightly before enjoying as a snack. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Mini Frittatas ♥ … Continue reading Mini Frittatas | Frittata Tartlets
These vegetable cups are a great way to use up fresh produce in your fridge. As they can be eaten cold they are perfect for a picnic or road trip. And you can change up the ingredients to suit what you have an abundance of. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Vegetable Cups … Continue reading Vegetable Cups
I bought a huge packet of corn kernels before we knew that we would be in lockdown. Making microwave popcorn certainly came in handy for a healthy treat while we were stuck at home. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Microwave Popcorn ♥ One of our local stores have weekly three for two … Continue reading Microwave Popcorn
This sweet potato hummus can be served with bread as a spread, vegetables as a dip, or with chicken breasts as a condiment. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sweet Potato Hummus ♥ When it comes to raising children I do not think there is a right way or a wrong way. What … Continue reading Sweet Potato Hummus
After a recipe fail the first time I made this baked Camembert I have come up with a recipe that I know will work. This is like the ultimate cheese fondue. It is extremely rich and I would serve it between 4 people. Head straight on to the Recipe For Baked Camembert ♥ One cannot … Continue reading Baked Camembert
This roast carrot hummus is a great way to use up carrots that need cooking. Don't forget to save the aqua faba from your chickpeas to make vegan mayonnaise. Head straight on to the Recipe For Roast Carrot Hummus ♥ Dave and I eat a really healthy diet during the week. I have fruit for … Continue reading Roast Carrot Hummus Spiced With Cumin
These sesame coated almonds are such an addictive snack. I suggest you make double if you plan on sharing! Head straight on to the Recipe For Sesame Coated Almonds ♥ As I have to be on chronic medication for the rest of my life, I am reluctant to take anything else. I will battle through … Continue reading Sesame Coated Almonds
I succeeded in creating this chocolate tiffin that closely resembled what we had in Scotland. It does not really qualify for recipe status as it is a matter of putting together ready-made ingredients. But, it is so moreish and a perfect treat. Head straight on to the Recipe For Chocolate Tiffin ♥ Last year May, … Continue reading Chocolate Tiffin
I was given a box of phyllo pastry at an event I went to last year. I usually make my own and left this in the freezer until I had a recipe in mind. When I got zucchini blossoms I knew the perfect snack to make using them. These mini zucchini quiches were the result. … Continue reading Mini Zucchini Quiches Using Phyllo Pastry
This is the second of 3 recipes to make up my smokey halloumi salad with a ginger salad dressing and seed brittle. Head straight on to the Recipe For Seed Brittle ♥ I am really good at seeking out bargains and making sure that the store is actually offering the special they claim. One of … Continue reading Seed Brittle | Easy To Make At Home
A sablé is a French butter cookie that has a shortbread-like crumb. These Olive Cheese Sablés are really easy to make, and will be well appreciated as a replacement for store-bought crackers on a cheese platter. Head straight on to the Recipe For Olive Cheese Sablés ♥ I am always amazed when we fly how … Continue reading Olive Cheese Sablés | The Cookie Jar
These Oat And Nut Bars are a mixture of a sweet treat and a healthy snack. Make use of homemade marshmallows to know that the sweet side of this recipe is not full of preservatives! Head straight on to the recipe for Oat And Nut Bars ♥ It is not often that I try out recipes … Continue reading Oat And Nut Bars
Mixed seed crackers have been all the rage this year at gym, with it being a low carbohydrate snack that is not only good for you, but tasty as well. I like mine with smoked paprika, but any spice will work. Head straight on to the recipe ♥ It really is the simple things in … Continue reading Mixed Seed Crackers
Scotch eggs are carry vessels for sausage meat, to eat when on a picnic. You need to buy the tastiest, best quality sausages you can find and treat the eggs gently when you wrap them. Head straight on to the recipe ♥ I have a romantic notion about going on a picnic. This is reinforced … Continue reading Scotch Eggs Adapted From Perfect Parties
I have a very weak stomach when it comes to bad smells. A vile smell will turn my stomach so badly that I'm likely to be ill. I'm usually able to remove myself from the situation before it becomes bad for everyone but the other day it was a close call. Dave and I were … Continue reading Spiced Dried Fruit Made With Chai Tea
I love blogging and the opportunities that have come my way. But in the same breath I find some of the offers I receive to be totally ridiculous. It seems that PR Agencies do not take into account that there are costs involved with writing and maintaining this blog. I do my best to only … Continue reading Sweet Chilli Roasted Cashews
Dave and I recently visited Wales and on our first morning in Little Haven where we were staying we went for coffee at The Saint Bride’s Inn. Together with our coffee we shared a slice of bara brith. The owner asked where we were from and Dave told her Cape Town as its the biggest … Continue reading Welsh Rarebit
In June I received my issue of Taste Magazine. I have subscribed for 11 years and was debating whether or not to cancel my subscription as I only really read the magazine for my friend Sam Woulidge's column. However, when I found the recipe for Labneh on page 54 I decided I would renew my subscription as … Continue reading Labneh