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Charred Cos with Royal Dressing

| Members only, Salads

Sometimes it’s the simple things right? This Charred Cos with Royal Dressing is so incredibly delicious. The dressing is the hero of the dish for sure. I’ve opted to char the lettuce but you certainly don’t have to. You’re going to want this salad often, I promise. I love this alongside my protein of choice…

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One Pot Bacon Tomato Penne

| Budget Friendly, Pasta and Noodles, Pork recipes, Healthy Lunchbox, Members only

This delicious, One Pot Bacon Tomato Penne is the easiest, tastiest pasta dish. And best of all, you’ll only have one pan to wash up!! The penne is cooked in the tomato sauce, absorbing the water as well as the flavours of tomato, wine and garlic. This is a great meal to set for older…

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Strawberry Almond Loaf

| After School Snacks, Baked Sweets, Desserts, Members only

This delicate and slightly jammy Strawberry Almond Loaf is a delicious flavour combination and makes for a moreish moist cake. Naturally gluten/grain free, it can also be easily made dairy-free. I love having slices of this on hand in the freezer for a quick lunchbox filler (if nuts allowed) or to go with an afternoon…

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Gentle Detox Tea

| Drinks & Smoothies

After the festive feasts, let’s ease into the New Year with some simple self-care by way of a nourishing and gently detoxifying cuppa. Introducing my Gentle Detox Tea!

If you’re eager to get back on track and support your immune system, metabolism, and digestive health, this Gentle Detox Tea fits the bill.

I make this delicious and easy herbal remedy with the goodness of Barnes Naturals Apple Cider Vinegar and their Manuka Honey – two staples in my kitchen!

Added to the herbal tea of your choice this is THE perfect way to start the day, or drink all day! I’m completely hooked. I’ve used many different herbal teas (peppermint, ginger, chamomile, green tea) but my absolute favourite herbal tea base is the Celestial Seasonings Bengal Spice Tea (available at all the major supermarkets) – it’s an incredible blend of cinnamon, ginger, vanilla and more and pairs beautifully with the ACV and manuka.

Health benefits of this Gentle Detox Tea

Here’s just *some* of the reasons I love Barnes Naturals Certified Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV):

✅  ACO certified organic

✅  It’s raw, unrefined and unpasteurised

✅  Contains no artificial colours or flavours

✅ Made with cold-pressed, naturally fermented apples

✅ Retains the ‘Mother’ enzyme for added benefits

✅ Suitable for vegetarians AND it’s vegan-friendly

Other ways to enjoy ACV besides my Gentle Detox Tea

If you don’t want to make the Detox Tea you can add it into your daily routine via a 15ml shot or dilute in warm water for a morning boost.

Or, add a splash to sparkling water for some zing or use it in recipes, dressings, and marinades for a healthy twist. We even have it over roasted potatoes, it’s so delicious.

What strength of Manuka to choose

For the detox tea, I’ve paired it with MGO550+ Barnes Manuka Honey for an added layer of immune support. But feel free to choose your preferred strength! 🍯

We keep various strengths on hand at all times in our house for year-round wellness, immune health support, and of course to elevate drinks, desserts, dressings and more with its incredible flavour.

You can find Barnes Naturals Manuka and ACV at Chemist Warehouse, available behind the counter (or as I like to buy it, in bulk and online which is easier and more cost effective!).

For more delicious, easy to make healthy drink recipes, click HERE.

This Gentle Detox Tea is great after the festive feasts. Enjoy some simple self-care with this nourishing and gently detoxifying cuppa.
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Gentle Detox Tea

After the festive feasts, let’s ease into the New Year with some simple self-care by way of a nourishing and gently detoxifying cuppa.
Prep Time1 minute
Brew time3 minutes
Total Time4 minutes
Course: Drinks
Servings: 1
Author: Georgia Harding

Ingredients

  • 1 herbal tea bag
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Manuka honey – or a quality raw honey
  • 1 lemon/s – slice
  • sea salt – tiny pinch, optional
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • Steep the herbal tea bag in a mug or cup of boiling water for a few minutes (to allow it to cool down so its not piping hot).
  • Add the apple cider vinegar and mix.
  • Add the manuka honey, slice of lemon and sea salt and mix well. The sea salt is optional, but supports optimal hydration so I always add it.

Serve

  • Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Iced tea

Yes, this makes a delicious iced tea. Allow to cool, add ice and enjoy.
 
 
 
 
 
 

I’d love to know what your favourite herbal tea flavour was for this Gentle Detox Tea in the comments below…

Twice Baked Sticky Lamb Ribs

| Budget Friendly, Make-ahead Meals, Red Meat, Slow Cooked, Members only

My hubby recently came home from the butcher with lamb ribs, he said they were too cheap to walk away from. So these Twice Baked Sticky Lamb Ribs were the first thing that came to mind. One of my favourite Bao cafes serves the most incredible sticky lamb ribs so I tried to recreate them….

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Simple Ham Patties

| Budget Friendly, 30 Minute Meals, Make-ahead Meals, Pork recipes, Savoury Snacks, Members only

These simple Ham Patties are a really quick and easy way to use up leftover Christmas ham. They really couldn’t be more easy to make and they taste absolutely delicious. They are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy in the middle. Health benefits The combination of ham, cannellini beans and eggs provides a…

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Bubble and Squeak

| Budget Friendly, 30 Minute Meals, Make-ahead Meals, Freezable Meals, Members only

This is the ultimate leftovers meal – especially after Christmas. If you’re anything like me you may over cater – I’d rather have too much than not enough food on Christmas day. Plus it’s nice to enjoy leftovers and have a few days off cooking after Christmas day. Bubble and squeak is a quirky name…

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Red Wine Jus

| Sauces and Dressings, Members only

Sometimes all a meal needs is a delicious sauce. This Red Wine Jus is the perfect accompaniment to a simple steak and salad (or vegetables). It’s easy to make while your steak rests, or you can make it in a pot along side the steak as it cooks to save even more time. Just remember…

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Swiss Potato Gratin

| Members only, Side dishes

This Swiss Potato Gratin is my version of the creamy gratin of my childhood. I started making it this way to include a bit of  nourishing bone broth which adds protein and minerals as well as a beautiful flavour to the dish. You can read about the amazing qualities of home made bone broth here….

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Beef Wellington (simple)

| Red Meat, Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

This Beef Wellington is my simple take on the classic. It’s a sensational combination of flavours – a beautiful fillet wrapped in mushrooms, parma ham and crispy puff pastry. I first heard of Beef Wellington in ‘The Castle’ and was intrigued… years later when I actually ate it I was amazed at the textures, flavour…

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Strawberry Cream Cake Wreath

| Baked Sweets, Holidays & Entertaining, Desserts, Members only

This Strawberry Cream Cake Wreath is a versatile cake that’s perfect for the festive season. I’ve used the Simple Vanilla Cake as the base, but you can certainly use any of the cake recipes baked in a bundt or ring tin and decorate it as instructed below. Other cake options: Chocolate Vanilla Marble Cake (spelt…

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Pumpkin Sage Rotolo

| Budget Friendly, Make-ahead Meals, Freezable Meals, Vegetarian, Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

This Pumpkin Sage Rotolo is a delicious vegetarian meal. I’ve made it for a vegetarian family member on Christmas Day as its a lovely meal to pre-make and serve as part of a big feast. This dish is rustic, so it isn’t the prettiest but I assure you what it lacks in looks, it makes…

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Cranberry Camembert Wreath

| Vegetarian, Savoury Snacks, Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

This easy to make Cranberry Camembert Wreath is a very festive, indulgent Christmas nibbles. Not only does it look the part, it’s all kinds of deliciousness. The sweet cranberry is complimented by the creamy melted camembert and the basil gives a fresh herby taste of summer. Crispy puff pastry encompasses it all, making each mouthful…

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Maple Bacon Dates

| Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

I’ve had a few requests for some tasty nibbles or hors d’oeuvres ahead of Christmas and these Maple Bacon Dates fit the bill nicely. They are a delicious blend of sweet and salty flavours and a real mix of textures too. Based on the classic Devils on Horseback with a few twists. Health benefits Dates…

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Christmas Pudding (gluten and dairy-free)

| Holidays & Entertaining, Desserts

As requested to add to the festive recipes, this gluten-free and dairy-free Christmas Pudding is a real show stopper. It has all of the flavours of Christmas packed into a moist, juicy pudding. Like any Christmas pudding, there is soaking and slowly cooking, but it’s very easy to make! The result is a dense, fruity pudding that is so iconic on a festive dinner table!

I’ve pushed the sugar down, however the sugar and brandy are what preserves the pudding so I could only go so low. Having said that, this pudding probably won’t keep for months as high sugar pudding do (due to the lower sugar, and the addition of fresh carrot and apple). I make mine about 2 weeks ahead.

Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or just want a comforting dessert, this pudding is sure to impress.

Health benefits

This pudding offers natural sweetness from dried fruits and a boost of fibre from the grated apple and carrot. Almond meal and macadamia nuts add healthy fats and protein, while ginger and spices provide anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

The recipe combines a variety of dried fruits, citrus zest and juice, warming spices, and almond meal (ground almonds) to create a rich and moist pudding. Optional variations make it adaptable for nut-free diets or different flours.

How to make this gluten-free Christmas Pudding

Soak the dried fruits with citrus zest, lemon and orange juice, and brandy for 24–48 hours for a deep, rich flavour. Mix the soaked fruits with coconut sugar, grated apple and carrot, and combine with the dry ingredients. Transfer the pudding batter to a pudding tin, cover securely, and steam gently for 5 hours. Serve warm with cream, ice cream, custard or brandy sauce for a truly festive treat.

Serving suggestions and how to store

Serve this Christmas pudding with your favourite accompaniments—cream, ice cream, custard or a classic brandy sauce. Wrap leftovers in baking paper and foil, and store in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to three months.

Vary the Christmas pudding to suit your dietary needs

For a nut-free plum pudding, substitute almond meal and tapioca with white spelt flour and omit the macadamias. This recipe can also be customised by swapping dried fruits (like raisins) or using maple syrup if you don’t like molasses. I’m personally not a fan of peel in puddings, but feel free to add it if you like.

Try our Christmas Cake or Cherry Chocolate Pudding

Have you tried our Christmas Cake? It’s sensational too. The new Cherry Chocolate Christmas Pudding is a real hit too!

Rich & moist Christmas pudding (gluten and dairy-free) packed with dried fruits, nuts, & warming spices. It's easy to make and perfect for festive celebrations!!
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Christmas Pudding (gluten and dairy-free)

As requested to add to the festive recipes, this gluten and dairy-free Christmas Pudding is a real show stopper. It has all of the flavours of Christmas packed into a moist, juicy pudding.
Prep Time1 day 15 minutes
Cook Time5 hours
rest15 minutes
Total Time1 day 5 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 8
Author: Georgia Harding

Ingredients

  • 100 g currants
  • 100 g sultanas
  • 100 g dried cranberries
  • 1 tsp mixed spice
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ lemon/s – juice and zest
  • ½ orange/s – juice and zest
  • 100 ml brandy – or cognac
  • 180 g coconut sugar or rapadura
  • 1 Granny Smith apple/s – peeled and grated
  • 1 carrot/s – grated
  • 250 g almond meal
  • 100 g macadamia nuts – finely chopped
  • 100 g crystalised ginger – finely chopped
  • 50 g tapioca flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • 2 egg/s
  • 50 ml olive oil
  • 1 tbsp organic molasses

Serve

  • cream – or ice-cream
  • Brandy Sauce
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine all the dried fruit, citrus zests and juices, the spices and alcohol. Cover and leave to soak for 24 to 48 hours.
  • Next, mix in the coconut sugar, grated apple and carrot with a wooden spoon in a medium mixing bowl until well combined.
  • In another medium mixing bowl, combine the almond meal, macadamia nuts, ginger, tapioca flour and baking powder with a pinch of salt. Mix well then combine with the coconut sugar/grated fruit mix.
  • In a jug, beat the eggs, olive oil and molasses then mix into the soaked fruit mixture. Add to the almond meal/apple mixture and stir until everything is well combined into a thick batter.
  • Cut a disc of baking paper for the base and top of the pudding. I just draw around the base and top of the pudding tin onto the paper then cut.
  • Generously grease a 2 litre pudding basin and place the smaller cut disc of baking paper to line the bottom of the basin and press down into it. Spoon the pudding mixture in, the basin should be about two thirds full. Place the second disc of baking paper on top of the pudding mix.
  • If you have a pudding tin with a lid, securely fit the lid.
  • If you don’t have a lid for your pudding tin, cover the top of the basin with a large sheet of pleated baking paper and a large sheet of pleated foil, tying tightly with a string to keep in firmly place. Click HERE for a simple demonstration of covering and making a handle to lift the pudding.
  • Once you’ve covered the basin well, place it in a large deep lidded pot big enough to comfortably hold the pudding. Then pour boiling water into the pan (not over the pudding basin, just down the side) so it comes about halfway up the pudding tin. Put the lid onto the saucepan or pot and heat over a low-medium heat so that it simmers gently for 5 hours, checking the water level every hour or two topping up with boiled water when it drops below quarter way. It’s important not to let it simmer dry.
  • Once the pudding has steamed, remove from pot of boiling water and allow to rest for 15 minutes or so.
  • Once cool enough to handle, remove the pudding from the the pan by removing the lid (or foil) and placing a serving plate on top, then flip to invert it.

Serve

  • With cream, ice cream or brandy creme.

Store

  • Wrap in baking paper and then tightly in foil. Store in the fridge for up to two weeks or until ready to serve. Or you can freeze it for up to 3 months (airtight).

Reheat

  • You can place it back into the pudding tin, cover and re-steam it for 30 mins.
  • Or place (wrapped tightly) in the oven 150°C/300°F (fan-forced) for an hour. If you have a steam oven you can definitely reheat it there too.

Notes

Nut-free

Replace the almond meal and tapioca with 250g white spelt flour. Omit the macadamia nuts.
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Brandy Sauce

| Holidays & Entertaining, Sauces and Dressings, Desserts, Members only

The best accompaniment to Christmas Pudding is a good Brandy Sauce. This simple, easy to make Brandy Sauce is a delicious, low sugar option that is the perfect topping. I used rapadura as my sugar but this does add a bit more golden colour to the sauce. You can use caster sugar if you’d prefer…

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Yorkshire Pudding (gluten-free)

| Staples, Members only, Side dishes

Yorkshire Pudding was a request from a member – it’s a classic recipe though I’ve given it a Well Nourished twist. Sometimes it’s these simple recipes that give me the most trouble. I think I’ve tested about 15 different versions of this and these are by far the easiest and most fail proof. They produce…

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Biscotti

| After School Snacks, Baked Sweets, Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

Who doesn’t love the Italian classic biscuit – Biscotti! Whilst the dough is surprisingly simple to make, you do need to follow the instructions closely and you absolutely need a very sharp serrated knife to cut them. Biscotti, otherwise known as “cantucci” are the classic twice-baked Italian biscuits from Tuscany and, if you haven’t heard about them before,…

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Sweet Roasted Carrots

| Members only, Side dishes

This Sweet Roasted Carrots recipe turns the humble carrot into something very special. You can of course add in any extra vegetables you like to extend the variety of this dish. Also feel free to mix it up with different coloured carrots if available to you. Health benefits Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, a precursor…

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Gingerbread Granola

| Breakfast, After School Snacks, Members only

This Christmas inspired Gingerbread Granola is a super crisp and crunchy, lightly spiced granola that’s delicious all year round. It is perfect to package up and gift too, my kids always loved doing this for teachers at the end of the year when they were little. Health benefits Pecan nuts are a fabulous source of…

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Vegan Rice Paper Dumplings

| Budget Friendly, Vegetarian, After School Snacks, Members only

These gluten-free Vegan Rice Paper Dumplings are a delicious vegetarian meal or snack. They are really very easy to make, take a look at the video below to see how they are rolled. If you’re not vegetarian, these Chicken Rice Paper Dumplings are also a winner! Health benefits This is a beautifully balanced plant-based dish,…

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Béchamel

| Dips, Sauces and Dressings, Staples, Members only

This is my take on a classic Béchamel – I love to substitute some of the milk with chicken stock or bone broth, but you could use a vegetable stock if you are vegetarian. If you are vegan or dairy-free, this recipe is for you- Dairy-free Béchamel. I use bechamel sauce as the base for…

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Chocolate Beetroot Cake

| Baked Sweets, Desserts, Members only

It might seem unusual to add vegetables to baking, but this Chocolate Beetroot Cake is a match made in heaven and work very well together to create a rich, fudgy, earthy cake. This recipe also happens to be gluten and dairy-free which adds to its versatility. I like to serve this cake as a dessert,…

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Lemon Blueberry Oatcakes

| Breakfast, Healthy Lunchbox, After School Snacks, Baked Sweets, Members only

These simple blend and cook Lemon Blueberry Oatcakes are like a really substantial hearty pancake. They are so quick to make and good for brekkie, morning tea and pack well in the lunchbox. My kids really love them both warmed and cold. Health benefits Oats are a really nourishing, mineral rich grain that are high…

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