I've never really been a fan of mince pies, mainly because I really don't enjoy the big chunks of candied peel. But this, my Healthy Fruit Mince Pie Filling, is somewhere between an apple pie and a mince pie. It's based on my Nan's recipe, sans the peel and with some of the dried fruit swapped out with apple. You can choose to make it boozy with the brandy, or leave it out. Using fresh apple ...
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Thai Green Chicken Curry
I love a good Thai Green Chicken Curry. My hubby and I spent a good month in Thailand during our backpacking adventure and I learned to cook this during our time there. Even though the list of ingredients here is long, it is actually a really quick and easy meal to make as long as you have a food processor to grind the curry paste in. If you want to make a double batch of paste, it freezes ...
Pine Raspberry Ice Blocks
These Pine Raspberry Ice Blocks are my version of the 'Calippo' flavour that my kids love. Their deliciousness really depends on a good, ripe and sweet pineapple. These are perfect on a hot summer's afternoon: the juicy fruit and the coconut water help hydrate in a fun and flavoursome way. I'd suggest tasting the blend before freezing and add in some liquid sweetener (rice malt or maple syrup) ...
Aussie Meat Pie
This Aussie Meat Pie is based on one my dear nan and I used to make when I was a kid. The iconic meat pie of Australia is a flavoursome mix of beef mince and gravy in a beautiful crisp pastry. Placed in a paper bag with a squirt of tomato sauce, it is a quick take-away lunch common to petrol stations and corner stores. Truth be told, the commercial meat pies are probably more mystery meat and ...
Shake and Go Pancakes
This is my nourishing version of the very unhealthy 'shake and mix' type of pancake mix available in supermarkets. This is great for pancake loving kids, because they can make up their own very easily. It is also far more cost effective than the supermarket version and made completely from good wholesome ingredients. This mix is perfect to take camping as it is all pre-measured in the correct ...
Mojo Chicken Quinoa Bowl
This Mojo Chicken Quinoa Bowl is an incredibly tasty bowl of wholefood goodness. The beautiful spices in the chicken and the smokey char flavours make this Cuban inspired meal sing. While the multiple components may seem complicated, it is actually deceptively easy! This is also a perfect meal to serve to guests - it will leave you all feeling very satisfied, guaranteed! If you do not have a ...
Rainbow Noodle Salad
This Rainbow Noodle Salad is one of the fastest meals you could make. It's extremely versatile too so you can easily change the veggies to suit your tastes and veggie supplies. While the noodles soften, prep the vegetables and dressing and dinner is done. For bigger appetites or a larger meal add in some protein such as chicken, beef, tofu or tempeh. Another way to enjoy it is to us it to fill ...
Tuna Pasta Bake
This Tuna Pasta Bake is a very adaptable family meal. I love having a tasty tuna recipe to go to as it's a sure-fire option when I've forgotten to get meat out the freezer! This recipe could also be considered a Mornay since it has a cheesy white sauce, but there are a heap of vegetable included making it a bit more 'bake-ish'. You can of course very easily vary the quantity and variety of veggies ...
Lemonade Ice Blocks
Simple but delicious, these Lemonade Ice Blocks are a huge family favourite. Best of all you can adjust the level of sweetness to suit your taste so if you're a sour lover use less sweetener, or a sweet tooth add more. It think the amount I've used is a lovely balance of sweet and sour. I have these stainless steel ice block moulds, but if you do not have any moulds, you can use little tubs or ...
Honey Mustard Chicken
This Honey Mustard Chicken is one of my most popular family meals right now...my whole family adores it. It's really quick and easy to make and while the chicken is baking, I make a quick salad or veggie side to serve with it. This recipe skips the typical flour and has no cream so it automatically ticks some dietary requirements. What a simple, healthy, delicious midweek meal! Take a look ...
Beetroot Feta Croquettes
These simple Beetroot Feta Croquettes are really easy to make and a delicious, colourful appetiser, light meal or snack. Beetroot is a rich source of fibre and a unique source of betaine, a nutrient that is known to protect against inflammation. Combined with feta and encased in a crunchy crumb, it’s one of my favourite ways to enjoy it. This is one that you can get children involved ...
Pork Shiitake Gyoza
These delicious Pork Shiitake Gyoza are like a little flavour bomb. I love the contrast of the crisp, caramelised base and the soft steamed tops and the dipping sauce makes this a heavenly meal or starter. Gyoza are a traditional Japanese cuisine, often served as part of a banquet. They are incredibly moreish so this recipe can feed a family as mains or have alongside a simple broth, fried rice ...
Raspberry Muesli
This delicious, easy to make, naturally sweetened Raspberry Muesli is a fabulous staple for any healthy pantry. Oats are a really nourishing, mineral rich grain that are high in fibre and protein. The nuts and seeds provide more nourishment in the form of fat soluble vitamins, protein and essential fats to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Take a look at the variations (below the main ...
Coconut Chicken Salad
I love this Coconut Chicken Salad, it’s long been a family favourite. Poaching the chicken breast in coconut milk makes it so lovely and tender. Combined with the fresh sweet and sour flavours in the salad it is a divine, nutritionally balanced meal. Cool, fresh and crunchy, this will be perfect on a warm sunny day! TIP - start this an hour ahead to allow the chicken to rest and ...
Chia Berry Jam
This Chia Berry Jam is so quick and easy to make and tastes very similar to regular jam. My kids certainly wouldn’t know the difference. With World Health Organisation's daily sugar consumption recommendation being three teaspoons for children and six for adults, this Chia Berry Jam lets you enjoy the sweetness of delicious fruit without overloading the sugar. The history of preserving food ...
Chicken Thyme Vegetable Sausage Rolls
These Chicken Thyme Vegetable Sausage Rolls are simple to make and are sure to become a party favourite. They also make for a healthy snack and my kids love them cold in their school lunchbox too. Sausage rolls are such a classic but the commercial pastries have no appeal to me. These, however, have a beautiful mix of meat, vegetables and herbs that mean you'll enjoy every bite. Take a look at the ...