One pot dinners are the way forward for us at the moment so here is my favourite collection. Unsurprisingly, we are very busy right now so I have been looking for meals that are easy to whip up and have less washing up (who has time for that with a newborn am I right?) One […] Read more…
What to Freeze For Easier Meal Planning
Meal planning is the only way we get decent meals in this house, otherwise, we don’t have time and we end up buying takeout! For us, meal planning and prep helps to keep us on track with eating healthier meals, reduces our food bill and results in less food waste so it’s an all-round better option but […] Read more…
Pesto Turkey & Asparagus
Pesto turkey may sound like a strange combination but I promise you won’t regret it! Add this to your latest meal plan and it’s a fun, new and interest way to eat healthier lean meat. While doing the food shopping the other day I came across turkey mince and I honestly had no idea it existed! […] Read more…
Smoky Basil & Paprika Sweet Potato Wedges
I’m a lover of potatoes – there I said it, although I’ve drastically cut down I still love a good potato or chip when I get the chance and I never thought that a sweet potato would come close! Sweet potatoes are definitely a healthier alternative and they’ve definitely grown on me! The only downside […] Read more…
Perfect Professional Pancakes
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…
Low- Fat Mango and Orange Sorbet Recipe
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…
Cheat’s Sausage Bolognese Recipe
Sausage bolognese is the new family favourite Do I like making my own sauces? No. I love experimenting with different flavours but I don’t have a lot of time to keep creating new sauces for the family. What I can do, however, is use existing sauces in different ways and this is our latest creation. […] Read more…
Courgette, Bacon & Mushroom Spaghetti
This Recipe is a Family Favourite This really simple and easy recipe uses grated courgettes and chopped mushrooms to sneak some vegetables into a very tasty dish! – They won’t even notice. It is also a fun one to get the family and kids cooking together (chopping, grating and cutting is involved!) This recipe will make […] Read more…