Tools You Need for Taking Care of Your Kids, Home & Yourself!
All of The Toolbox Recipe’s (and a few guest posts too) that are both edible and DIY related
Sorbet is a diverse and low-fat alternative to ice-cream which makes it the perfect dessert if you are on a diet or watching what you eat. The fruit adds some natural sugar and also contributes towards your 5 a day. As a light dessert it is also perfect if you are an evening runner (I […] Read more…
Anyone who knows me will know I am a lover of eggs, these diverse little things are great ingredients and yet tasty on their own (not many foods have this bragging right!) also they are chocked full of protein and are good for you (in moderation). So, why am I bringing this up you ask? […] Read more…
Pancakes are great all year round and it has only been recently that I have started cooking them from scratch because I couldn’t get them right, either: They fell apart in the pan Got stuck Didn’t taste “Pancakey” enough (said the boys) They were too thick So after extensive research and a hell of a […] Read more…
I asked Khushboo if there was any traditional dessert recipes she would like to share and she added the bonus of this healthier twist on an Indian Favourite! Over to her… *Guest Post* Kheer is, I think the most common and favorite dessert among Indians. Today I present Phool Makhane ki Kheer/Puffed Lotus Seeds Kheer […] Read more…
*Guest Post* This fabulous recipe was shared by Alicia Lewis at Kitchen Takeovers. Alicia aims to make “cooking fun, simple and achievable”. These bites would be perfect after a long run or a late night gym session so check out her recipe and get making! Truffles, energy balls, energy bites – call them what you […] Read more…
This scrub recipe is fantastic for achy muscles. It uses olive oil as a base because when using two fragrances the coconut smell in coconut oil interferes (obviously if coconut is one of the smells then that’s fine). If you want more information about where to start with making your own homemade scrubs then visit the […] Read more…
So, a new favourite in our house is sorbet! it is a healthy alternative to dessert if you have a sweet tooth and are watching the calories. It is also packed full of fruit so a great way to squeeze in 1 of your 5 a day. This low-fat sorbet recipe is even healthier and […] Read more…
Cooking Conversions can be a nightmare if (like me) you find a lot of your recipes across the continents! Before I adapt recipes I need to know the original ingredient ratios and quantities. Not everyone uses the same measurement systems so I have to convert them. Here are the rough conversions to make multi-cultural cooking […] Read more…
I have to admit, piping is not my strong suit. So if I am making cupcakes for other people I tend to use this method instead! It’s incredibly easy and is also a great way of hiding the wonky cupcakes that have cracked or risen wonky This is just a super easy way of “dressing […] Read more…
These are one of my most popular recipe’s and a definite party pleaser these are an all round favourite and it’s easy to see why! Full of sugar, chunky chocolate and crumbly biscuits, make these my absolute favourite treat for a cheat day! (I would eat them everyday but then I would be the size of […] Read more…