This aromatic and chewy Honey Spiced Cookie is quick and simple to make. They are a low carb, protein rich cookie that are also gluten and dairy-free, so suitable for many dietary needs. The steps required here are to simply to combine everything in a food processor, then scoop out spoonfuls, roll and place on…
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Rice Vegetable Patties
These Rice Vegetable Patties are a great way to use up leftover rice and with the inclusion of almond meal it makes these a complete vegetarian protein (and the eggs boost it further). Add in some veggies and cheese to create amazing patties that suit lunchboxes (see nut-free variation if required) or after-school munchies. You…
Moroccan Slow Cooked Beef
This Moroccan Slow Cooked Beef is a one pot wonder meal! Throw it all in and let the oven and time do the hard work developing flavours. The result is a deeply aromatic beef dish, sweetened with bursts of currants and completed with a good serve of vegetables. I love this over couscous but rice…
Chocolate Muesli Slice (Gluten-free)
This easy to make, delicious gluten-free Chocolate Muesli Slice is going to become your new favourite. It’s got a lovely almost cornflake like crunch and it freezes perfectly for fast lunchbox packing. The use of ground seeds not only provides a gluten and nut-free flour, but these are highly nutritious so a fantastic source of…
Prosciutto Pea Risotto (oven baked)
Risotto is a beautiful, warming dish that my family loves as the nights become cooler. This Prosciutto Pea Risotto is super easy as it is baked in the oven rather than needing constant stirring on the stove top! This risotto has creamy, lemony rice with a hint of thyme and the saltiness of prosciutto throughout….
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
This Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono Soup) is a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken or store bought BBQ chicken. This iconic soup is filled with veggies and chicken, then perfected with a lemon and egg combination that lifts the dish and creates a wonderfully smooth mouth-feel. It is very easy to make…
Pangrattato (Crispy Breadcrumbs)
This fancy name of ‘Pangrattato’ is the Italian way of turning stale bread into amazing, crunchy breadcrumbs. I love being resourceful with the food I buy, and this is a truly delicious way of adding texture and flavour to a meal. You can sprinkle these crispy breadcrumbs over a pasta dish instead of only parmesan,…
Yoghurt Curried Lentil Salad
This Yoghurt Curried Lentil Salad is such a beautiful combination of flavours and a seriously nourishing, protein rich vegetarian salad or side. It’s quick and easy to make with most of the preparation happening while the sweet potato is roasting. The result is a tasty combination of lentils and veggies, with crunchy nuts, creamy, spiced…
Simple Chicken Karaage
Simple Chicken Karaage is Japanese Fried Chicken – the marinade is made from tamari, rice wine vinegar, rice malt syrup, ginger and garlic – essential flavours of Japan. The chicken is coated in this delicious marinade then lightly coated in tapioca flour and fried. The best results are from using a deep fryer, as the…
Creamy Coleslaw
There are some salads that are timeless classics and are great to have as a popular choice for gatherings or just your weekday lunches. This Creamy Coleslaw has a colourful rainbow of vegetables, digestive support from the yoghurt and loads of flavour with the delicious dressing that includes honey, mustard and lemon juice. Health benefits…
Chilli Honey
This Chilli Honey was sent to me by a Well Nourished Family member to taste and replicate. It’s such a beautiful flavour combination when a good quality fresh, local, raw honey is used for the base. It’s incredible over cheese on a cheese board. I think it also makes avocado and feta on toast simply…
Lemon Yoghurt Pudding
This Lemon Yoghurt Pudding is a light sponge cake that sits at the top of your dish with a gooey bottom underneath. It is a perfect dessert for citrus lovers. The pudding is gently baked in a water bath which gives a wonderful smooth custard underneath the golden sponge. The pudding is just as delicious…
Mushroom Walnut Bolognese
This Mushroom Walnut Bolognese is a nutrient-dense, plant-powered meal that my family loves. It is perfect for vegetarians or vegans but all the meat-eaters that have eaten this love it too! It’s loaded with onion, celery, mushrooms, carrots, zucchini and tomato, with the walnuts, miso and Worcestershire sauce providing the savoury umami flavour. Your body…
Pecan Pie Baked Oatmeal
This Pecan Pie Baked Oatmeal is a perfect warming, protein rich breakfast for cold mornings. This oatmeal can be baked fresh or if you are short on time you can make the night before and reheat in the morning. This particular baked oatmeal is great for those that love coconut but if you need to,…
Broccoli Bacon Salad
This Broccoli Bacon Salad is crunchy and fresh from the raw broccoli while coated with a delicious creamy dressing and crispy pieces of bacon. If raw broccoli isn’t your thing, you can lightly steam it then allow to cool and mix through the dressing. I love this salad alongside some eggs for a simple lunch…
Pepper Beef Noodles
These Pepper Beef Noodles are a delicious, saucy combination of mince, spices, peanuts, pak choi and the noodles of your choice. The pepper gives a warming heat to the dish that is perfect for cooler nights. I love this meal for it’s all-in-one nature… every bite is a flavour sensation. The teens that frequent this…
Pumpkin Prosciutto Walnut Pasta
This Pumpkin Prosciutto Walnut Pasta is a super tasty meal with lots of special additions that make this a restaurant quality meal! Crunchy prosciutto, candied walnuts and parmesan scattered over pasta coated with a rich pumpkin puree. This is a combination of flavours that Masterchef judges go crazy about and so will you! Health benefits…
Rice a Riso
This Rice a Riso is a wholefoods substitute for those Continental microwaved rice packs I grew up with- convenient but from scratch is always yummier! This recipe can be made ahead in batches for a quick snack or meal – store in the pantry in a jar then cook as required. This is perfect especially…
Smoked Salmon Scramble
Smoked Salmon Scramble is a good basic recipe that’s as good as any café breakfast. It is very quick to make and provides so many vital nutrients to fuel your body. Not just for breakfast, this is also a great lunch or simple, protein rich meal – I serve with a side salad for some…
Anzac Caramel Slice
We have a LOT of Anzac inspired recipes already, but when this Anzac Caramel Slice came to mind, I thought, “Why not? Caramel in an Anzac biscuit base has got to be good!” This oaty base is covered in a lovely caramel and topped with crumble- you have a golden Anzac slice with an extra…
Greek Slow Cooked Lamb Leg
This Greek Slow Cooked Lamb Leg is a perfect set-and-forget meal. The slow cooking allows for the herbs and spices to be infused into the meat while it is gently cooked and becomes juicy, shreddable meat. A key step here is to ensure that the foil is well sealed to trap in the liquid so…
BBQ Haloumi Vegetable Salad
This BBQ Haloumi Vegetable Salad is an easy vegetarian meal made flavoursome by the BBQ and a cracking dressing to drizzle over. The pickled sultanas provide little bursts of zesty sweetness, the haloumi is soft and salty and the vegetables are able to carry the dressing into every mouthful. Fresh mint lifts the flavour profile,…
Spelt Scones
Scones are a classic staple for afternoon tea or special treat and these Spelt Scones offer a delicious alternative to wheat-based scones. Scone dough should be handled gently and not too much – the butter needs to stay nice and cold for a light and airy result. Health benefits Spelt is an ancient grain that…
Cheesy Sweet Potato Gems
These Cheesy Sweet Potato Gems are something I generally prepare early afternoon then fry up when my kids get home from school. They are a delicious savoury snack or side, with crunchy edges and soft, cheesy filling that we all devoure to re-energise ourselves from a hard day! The weight of the sweet potato is…
