This Chicken Mushroom Baked Gnocchi is a satisfying meal that’s surprisingly simple to make. Juicy chicken mince is paired with mushrooms, baby spinach, and soft pillows of gnocchi, all baked together under a layer of bubbling cheese. It’s a delicious dinner the whole family will love – and it’s ready in no time. Health benefits…
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Puttanesca Butter
This puttanesca butter is a little jar of magic—salty, tangy, and deeply savoury thanks to anchovies, capers and tomato paste. It’s inspired by the classic Italian pasta sauce but reimagined as a rich compound butter that elevates whatever you spread or melt it on. Health benefits Anchovies are a fantastic source of omega-3 fats and…
Quick, Easy Caramel Sauce (dairy-free)
This luscious Coconut Caramel Sauce is a delicious, dairy-free alternative to traditional caramel. Made with just three simple ingredients, it’s rich, silky, and the perfect finishing touch for your favourite sweet treats. Health benefits Using rice malt syrup or maple syrup as a sweetener avoids refined sugar (and fructose), while coconut milk adds healthy fats…
Banana Walnut Granola
This banana walnut granola is a delicious way to use up ripe bananas and makes a nourishing breakfast or snack. Lightly spiced with cinnamon, naturally sweetened, and full of texture from oats, buckinis, seeds and nuts—it’s a homemade pantry staple that’s both satisfying and versatile. Health benefits Bananas are rich in potassium and fibre, and…
Healthy Chocolate Crackles
This healthy chocolate crackle recipe is a nutritious twist on the classic childhood treat. Made with wholesome ingredients like coconut oil, cacao, and puffed grains, they deliver a rich chocolate flavour —without any refined sugar or processed fats. Health benefits Unlike traditional chocolate crackles made with hydrogenated trans fat (copha) and refined sugar, this version…
Mango Macadamia Gluten-free Granola
This mango macadamia gluten-free granola is a naturally sweet, crunchy, and nutrient-packed breakfast option that’s completely gluten-free (and doesn’t contain oats). Made with real mango puree, macadamia nuts, and a mix of wholesome seeds, it’s bursting with tropical flavour and nourishing goodness. Health benefits Rich in healthy fats from macadamias and coconut, this granola supports…
Savoury Quinoa Breakfast Bake
This savoury quinoa breakfast bake is a protein-rich, satisfying way to start your day – though sometimes I have it for lunch or dinner too. Combining cooked quinoa, eggs, cottage cheese, and your favourite veggies, it’s a wholesome meal that’s easy to make and perfect for meal prep. With approximately 30g of protein per serve,…
Homemade Raspberry Lemonade
This homemade raspberry lemonade is a delicious, hydrating, and naturally sweetened drink that’s sure to quench your thirst. With tangy lemons, juicy raspberries, and a hint of coconut water, it’s a refreshing treat for any occasion. Health benefits This is a whole lot healthier than any store bought raspberry lemonade soda or syrup. Raspberries are…
Garlic Rosemary Lamb Chops
Garlic Rosemary Lamb Chops are a deliciously simple and tasty recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With minimal prep and beautiful flavours, these chops are guaranteed to impress. The longer you marinade them the more tender and juicy the meat. These can be served alongside a fresh salad or steamed veggies, so…
Steak with Chimichurri
This Steak with Chimichurri is inspired by a dish I loved at an Argentinian restaurant in Bordeux. Skirt steak is a really economical way to eat steak. Skirt steak is also called flank steak or even butcher’s cut, as it’s said that butchers keep this cut to themselves. I find it a lot more economical…
Beef Barbacoa
Beef Barbacoa is an easy to make, delicious, slow-cooked dish with origins in Mexico, perfect for hearty meals. The beef is tender and rich, ideal for tacos, burrito bowls, or a filling for enchiladas. This recipe showcases the deep, smoky flavours of chipotle, balanced by zesty lime and fresh coriander. Health benefits Beef Barbacoa is…
Italian Almond Cake (gluten-free)
This Italian Almond Cake is a delicious, easy to make gluten-free dessert that combines the rich, nutty flavour of blanched almond meal with the tangy brightness of lemon zest. Perfect for any occasion, this low-sugar cake is easy to make and has a moist texture, making it a favourite amongst both gluten-free and traditional cake…
Beef Vegetable Meatballs
This oven-baked Beef Vegetable Meatballs recipe is a staple in my kitchen, perfect for those busy weeks when I need something that’s both nourishing and versatile. Made with a blend of beef mince, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, these meatballs are not only delicious but also incredibly convenient. This recipe makes a large batch, so…
Healthy Lime Tart
This Healthy Lime Tart is a personal favourite of mine – it has a tart and fragrant creamy lime filling with a hint of sugar, in a crisp pastry shell. I use rice malt sugar to keep this fructose friendly and the sweetener quite neutral. I love a more ‘tart’ lime tart, so add extra…
Greek Fish
This Greek Fish is an easy to make, one pot recipe and a really tasty way to enjoy fish. Best of all it’s prep to plate in under 30 minutes! You simply make a tomatoey sauce with onion, garlic, carrot, olives and cannellini beans then add the fish of your choice. Once the fish is…
Simple Healthy Custard
This low sugar, Simple Healthy Custard is a faithful friend in the kitchen. If you want a special touch to a dessert, this is great to have on the side to give that creamy, luxurious finish. I also love custard to lift up a slightly old cake or to cover up a baking mishap (it…
Portuguese Custard Tarts
This is my healthy take on the classic Portuguese Custard Tarts (or pastel de nata). I think these pastries are a perfect blend of sweetness and wholesome goodness. These rich, creamy tarts feature a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust filled with a smooth, velvety custard infused with vanilla and lemon zest. Perfectly baked until the…
Spiced Yoghurt Roast Chicken
This spiced yoghurt roast chicken is a tender and delicious way to elevate a classic roast. The spice-infused yoghurt coats the chicken, creating incredible flavour and helping to keep the meat juicy as it cooks. This style of marinade is widely used across North Africa, the Middle East and into India, and for good reason,…
Snickers Yoghurt Ice Pop
This Snickers Yoghurt Ice Pop is a delicious, easy to make treat that’s perfect for all the family. They are quite low in sugar but still taste very decadent. To keep these popsicles as something anyone can make, I’ve skipped the mould for freezing and instead shaped directly onto a tray with baking paper. The…
Apple Pie Granola
This Apple Pie Granola is sweetened with pureed fruit which makes for a crispy crunchy granola that my whole family adores. I love having a muesli or granola ready made in my pantry… in fact I’m lost without it. But I also like to mix it up flavour wise and I’ve realised my kids get…
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…
Tray Bake Fried Rice
This Tray Bake Fried Rice is a fabulous one pan tray bake style meal that my family loves. Best of all it’s super adaptable to suit your tastes and supplies. While the classic fried rice in a wok is a fairly simple process, I love this method as it requires almost no hands-on work. A…
Chocolate Hazelnut Fig Granola
This delicious Chocolate Hazelnut Fig Granola is a beautiful, tasty flavour combination, it’s my new favourite breakfast granola. I get bored eating the same flavours all the time so I like to switch it up regularly. Nutritionally, variety is super important too. This granola has subtle sweetness with bursts of fig and a wonderful texture…
Apple Tea Cake
This is my low sugar, wholegrain version of my nan’s Apple Tea Cake. It’s very reminiscent of the mouthwatering cake my nan used to make me as a kid, only a bit nuttier being made with wholemeal spelt. It’s really quick and easy to make too. Perfect for having with a cup of tea, as the…
