This Chocolate Sponge Stack is a quick and easy dessert that can be easily adapted to a variety of dietary requirements. A light, fluffy sponge is layered with cream, topped with fresh berries and a berry coulis. This sweet stack is perfect for special occasions and will definitely keep you coming back for more! Take…
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Lamb Shank Quinoa Soup
This Lamb Shank Quinoa Soup recipe came about out of vivid memories of the Lamb Shank Pearl Barley soup my nan used to make often. It’s got all the flavours of this old time favourite, just with a whole lot more goodness. Loaded with classic soupy vegetables, this is warming, nourishing and super satisfying and…
Chinese Five Spice Roast Chicken
This Chinese Five Spice Roast Chicken is super quick and easy to make and produces the tastiest roast chicken. If you’re after up-levelling your roast chicken game – this recipe will do just that! Instead of roasted potatoes, go with rice on the side and lots of greens or a salad. Take a look at…
Plum Pear Raspberry Crumble
This delicious tray bake Plum Pear Raspberry Crumble is a beautiful combination of fruits topped with a wholesome, crisp crumble. It’s really simple to make and is the perfect fruity treat to serve for dessert. Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary…
Lemon Honey Porridge
This Lemon Honey Porridge is such a beautiful combination of flavours. The sour lemon and sweet honey combine beautifully with the creamy porridge. Almond meal is added to introduce some extra nutrition – protein, good fats, vitamins and minerals. The intensity of the lemon and how sweet you make this porridge is easily customised to…
Lemon Poppyseed Bar
This delicious gluten-free cake is super simple to make and is sure to become a family favourite. I love the flavour of lemons and nutrient dense poppy seeds. This bar will satisfy your sweet tooth without the sugar high. Another variation is to use orange juice and zest – orange and poppy seed is a…
Almond Berry Slice
This Almond Berry Slice is a lovely grain-free, jammy slice that is sure to become a new favourite. Being based on almond meal, this one probably isn’t suitable for Primary School lunchboxes, but would make a great after school snack or weekend treat. The fruity layer is actually sugar-free (shhh!) and the flaked almonds on…
Mexican Salad Jar
This Mexican Salad Jar is a handy single serve salad that can be assembled the night before and then come lunchtime, simply shake to combine and enjoy. The dressings are arranged in a way that the salad won’t go soggy, so check the order of arranging! This recipe serves two, perfect for either two people…
Choc Hazelnut Overnight Oats
These Choc Hazelnut Overnight Oats are a quick and easy to make, nutritionally balanced brekkie…who doesn’t love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut? The oats are rich in minerals, high in fibre and in herbal medicine they are restorative to the nervous system. The nuts, seeds and yoghurt contribute protein (and probiotics). This makes for…
Sourdough Orange Honey Cake
Recipe by Kristin Cosgrove Naturally leavened cakes made with sourdough are quite different to the sweet style of cakes we’re used to. Sourdough cakes are earthy, less sweet and more satisfying. I love to serve this Sourdough Orange Honey Cake for morning tea with thick, Greek yoghurt and fresh berries. For afternoon tea, a dollop…
Easy Nut Brittle Bites
My kids love store bought nut bars and these Easy Nut Brittle Bites are the result of me trying to find a versatile alternative. They are so quick and simple to make, and the addition of the spices not only adds a beautiful flavour, but a little extra nourishment too. Take a look at the…
Plum Upside Down Syrup Cake (gluten-free)
This gluten-free Plum Upside Down Syrup Cake is easy to make and one of my favourite ways to enjoy plums as the season comes to an end. With the cinnamon, lemon and almonds it’s a flavour combination made in heaven. Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the…
Cajun Spice Rub
This Cajun Spice Rub not only packs a flavour punch and turns a plain piece of meat or vegetables into a really tasty meal, but it adds a whole lot of nourishment too! The Cajun food culture started with French immigrants in Louisiana, United States, influenced by West Africans and the Spanish. It is a…
Sweet Potato Gnocchi (Gluten-free)
Recipe by Kristin Cosgrove These Sweet Potato Gnocchi are delicious soft pillows of goodness and bonus they are gluten-free so your whole family can enjoy! It’s super simple to make and can also be frozen for super convenient meals. Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe…
Ricotta Gnocchi
Recipe by Kristin Cosgrove This Ricotta Gnocchi is so deliciously light and airy. I find using ricotta instead of potatoes a much lighter and easier way of making gnocchi. Served with a light tomato sauce and some fresh basil, ricotta gnocchi is a simple yet delicious family meal. Take a look at the variations (below…
Roasted Indian Spiced Chickpea Nut Mix
This is my take on the store bought Roasted Indian Spiced Chickpea Nut Mix – just minus the vegetable oil used in the processed version. If you like a bit of heat, add in cayenne pepper to taste, otherwise this aromatic mix makes for a versatile, delicious savoury snack. Take a look at the variations…
Chocolate Sponge Roulade
This Chocolate Sponge Roulade is a super special dessert that can be easily adapted to a variety of dietary requirements. Decorated with Easter eggs, it makes for an impressive Easter themed decadent dessert! This special treat will take a bit of time and care to craft a light chocolate sponge which must be cooled while…
Savoury Dutch Baby
I adore this Savoury Dutch Baby – it’s a quick and easy to make, very satisfying meal. It’s also very easily adapted to suit your pantry staples and tastes. Like its sweet cousin, this Dutch Baby pancake gives a perfect nest for all sorts of fillings. Suggested here is delicious oven roasted bacon and tomatoes…
Raspberry Pistachio Rocky Road
Recipe by Kristin Cosgrove This Raspberry Pistachio Rocky Road is made with Well Nourished Raw Chocolate which makes a healthy but decadent base for rocky road. It is loaded with crunch from the pistachios, sweet bursts from the fresh berries and a hint of saltiness from the almond butter that complements the smooth chocolate base….
Tuna Tartare Tostada
This delicious, easy to make Tuna Tartare Tostada is one of my favourite light meals, we often have it for lunch or dinner on weekends. It’s so quick and easy to make and the fresh flavours will keep you coming back to it again and again. It’s on our menu for the upcoming Good Friday lunch!…
Hot Cross Cookies
These easy to make Hot Cross Cookies are a nice protein rich Easter treat to make with the kids. They have all of the flavours of Easter, but in a grain-free cookie instead. Using almond meal may mean these can’t be taken to school (maybe make the Hot Cross Buffins instead!) but these are perfect…
Nut Butter Pudding (3 ingredients)
This simple, protein rich, grain-free Nut Butter Pudding is sure to become a firm favourite. Dessert certainly doesn’t get much simpler than this! Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit your specific dietary requirements….
Sourdough Hot Cross Buns
Recipe by Kristin Cosgrove These Sourdough Hot Cross Buns are so much healthier and more delicious than the store-bought version. Once you make them, you’ll never look back. I often make them throughout the year and just leave the crosses off. The little fruit buns are a great addition to the lunch box and they…
Peanut Butter Cups
When my kids were younger, my hubby went to the USA for a work trip and when he asked the kids if they wanted him to bring them anything back, they both requested Reece’s Peanut Butter Cups. He bought them a bag back and I then set out making them to see if I could…