There are many wonderful things about the festive season. The creation of family traditions, especially those involving delicious food are one of my favourites. My brother in-law made this Smoked Salmon Roulade many years ago for our 'Melbourne family' Christmas Day. Since then, I have given it a bit of a Well Nourished make-over, as I do! It's been a starter for of our Christmas Day feasts ever ...
Raspberry, Honey, Pistachio Semifreddo
I love creating special desserts for the festive season... something that's delicious and visually beautiful. It also has to be able to be made in advance. Because I certainly don't want to be stuck in the kitchen once the fun starts! This Raspberry, Honey, Pistachio Semifreddo ticks all these boxes and it's actually very easy to make. I've included both regular and Thermomix methods too. I ...
Beetroot, Maple Pecan Salad
I always make this Beetroot, Maple Pecan Salad when I see beautiful beets with the tops attached. The stems and leaves are all part of this delicious and super nourishing salad. It truely is, food-as-medicine. The flavours in this delicious dish are perfect to accompany Christmas meats this festive season. Enjoy! Health benefits Beetroot is a rich source of fibre and many valuable and ...
Choc-Orange Biscuits
There are certain flavour combinations that just work. Dark chocolate paired with orange is certainly one of them! So I present to you, in time for the festive season, my Choc-orange Biscuits. Baking gifts is good for your health Christmas is a great time to get your bake on and give the gift of deliciousness by baking something lovely for friends and family! I recently read a news article where ...
Mango, Coconut and Lime Ice Blocks (with a sneaky side of cauliflower)
It's definitely that time of year to break out my stainless steel Onyx popsicle moulds and whip up a batch of ice-blocks. These Mango, Coconut and Lime Ice Blocks are not only a healthy snack or treat, they are so very convenient. They take just minutes to make and they are a nutritious grab and go snack. My son often helps himself to an ice-block on his way to nippers training, either at 5am ...
