Simple recipes, whole foods, inspired health
I remember the first time I tried Okonomiyaki in a Japanese restaurant, I thought it was totally delicious. So of course, I set about making a Healthy Okonomiyaki and it very quickly became a firm family favourite. I love that it's so versatile based on the addition of extra ingredients so that each time we eat it, it's a little different. I often add all of the toppings to the table and my ...
My hubby loves lamb so I thought it fitting to share this Lamb Kefta recipe ahead of Father's Day. One of my families greatest pleasures is trying different cuisines. Middle Eastern is a firm favourite and this Lamb Kefta is based on one we like to order at a lovely restaurant nearby. I've made this to feed a crowd, or, it does us for two meals (and the kids lunchbox too). One night I serve ...
This is my take on a Dutch style, Healthy Pea and Ham soup. I can't always source good quality ham hocks so I've improvised to replicate the flavour combo of smoked meat and legumes that I grew up with, but using a pork chop and bacon instead of the hock. The result is this tasty, hearty stew like soup that's more a complete meal, than a starter. Whilst it has a long cooking time, it really is ...
By now you all know I love to put a healthy spin on classic recipes and make them as nourishing as possible (without any compromise on taste). This delicious Superfood Quinoa Pilau recipe is my twist on the classic, which is traditionally made with rice. The ‘superfood’ tag is generally used to describe foods that are particularly high in essential nutrients, phytonutrients and antioxidants. ...
This Breakfast Hash Pie came about when my son was wanting me to make hash browns and I couldn't be bothered frying them individually. So, I came up with this 'lazy' version of a brekkie hash. We also have many mornings we have less than 20 minutes to eat and get out the door. So make ahead brekkie's are an essential part of my 'eating well' routine. The best thing about my Breakfast Hash Pie, ...
This is one of my ultimate time saving meals that also doubles as a great lunchbox main. My Mediterranean Chicken Bake is prep to plate in 30 minutes and I strongly recommend you make a double batch for a few days of quick and simple lunches. Last week we added to our family an adorable puppy - Bonnie Blu. My teen also started at a new school so I now have two kids at two different schools. So ...
