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…
Leftover Egg Yolk Recipes
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…
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…
Traditional Indian Dessert Recipe – Phool Makhane ki Kheer
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…
Cook with 5 Kids
*Guest Post* Being an only child for almost 10 years, (and I’ve still only got 1 brother – love you though Ryan!) I have always been interested in the dynamics of a large family so I did a mini interview with Sara about how she runs and organizes her large family and I noticed that […] Read more…
Orange and Lime Body scrub
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…
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…
Easy Cupcake Piping Alternative
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…
No-Bake Chunky Chocolate Treat Bars
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…
Perfect Dunking Biscuits
I think it’s pretty safe to say that we British are known for our love of Tea! Well what’s better than a decent cuppa? a great biscuit to dunk it in. I have to admit these take a little time (if you include the prep time) but they are definitely worth it, and you can […] Read more…