The beginning of spring in Brisbane, Australia! As I walk outside and cast a critical eye over my vegetable garden, it was obvious that it had been neglected over the winter months. I decide to pull it all up and start again. I tackled the weeds first, then moved to pulling out the overgrown herbs… Continue reading Cherry Tomato Pasta
These Bliss Balls are super quick and easy to make! Pop them into lunch boxes for a moreish healthy pick me up snack. Ingredients: 230 grams (1 1/2 cups) seeded Medjool Dates 95 grams (1/2 cup) dried Apricots 65 grams (1/2 cup) Pecan Nuts 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut plus extra for rolling 1/4 cup Raw… Continue reading Bliss Balls
This is my no guilt sweet treat that is moist, decadent and packed full of nutrition. It is super easy to make and makes a great morning tea for kids and adults. The cacao nibs give it that extra chocolatey crunch and like fruit cake, the flavour and texture actually improves with age. Ingredients 8… Continue reading Bush Brownie
Frittata is a dish that can be made with whatever ingredients are on hand (as long as there are eggs available). There is something satisfying about creating a dish using up the remaining ingredients at the end of the week before the next shop. This is a dish that children can get involved in. Most… Continue reading Frittata
I work with children – lots of children in a before & after school care and vacation care setting. In a world where there is a growing awareness and concern for our environment and health, children often show concern about sustainability and want to be involved in making good choices. Yes the big picture is… Continue reading Fried Rice
The history of Gingerbread is as complicated as it is interesting. Gingerbread seems to have descended from the medieval period in Europe with gingerbread baking gradually developing into an acknowledged profession. In many European countries, gingerbread bakers were specialised craftsman within the bakers’ guild. The city of Nuremberg in Germany was recognised as the Gingerbread… Continue reading Pumpkin-Spice Gingerbread Biscuits
I make this traditional fruit cake once a year at Christmas time, as fruit cakes to me just say it’s Christmas! Individual fruit cakes are great to have on hand for last minute emergency gifts. Simply wrap in some cellophane or muslin cloth, tie with ribbon and you have a festive, handmade personal gift that… Continue reading Festive Fruit Cake
Feeling like an indulgent but healthy breakfast? These pancakes tick all the boxes – gluten free, dairy free, high in protein and super delicious. Naturally sweetened by banana and free from any added sugar you can choose how sweet (or savoury) you would like your pancakes to be, by varying the toppings. Pair with your… Continue reading Coco-nana Pancakes
During the summer months when the weather is hot and appetites are waning, one of my favourite things to make are smoothies. Of course summer is not the only time smoothies are a great. After a gym workout, a quick ‘take with you breakfast’ or when you are needing something extra between meals. Smoothies are… Continue reading Super Smoothies
These three flavoursome salads are fresh, light and easy to make on days when time is short and energy levels are low. Food doesn’t always need to be about complex ingredients to taste good. These salads combine basic, fresh ingredients that compliment each other to create the perfect combination of flavours. Pair with your favourite… Continue reading Express Salads
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