Asian-style Mushroom and Vegetable Broth

Asian Broth

“I love spicy Asian-style soups and this broth base is a real favourite. You can make it a few days in advance and keep it in the fridge or freeze it in portions so that you can put something together quickly when you are really pushed for time. Don’t be put off by the long […]

Super-seeded South African Raisin and Almond Energy Balls

Energy Balls

This energy-boosting snack is made with blitzed and whole South African raisins mixed with ground and chopped almonds, almond or peanut butter and maple syrup – then rolled in toasted mixed seeds. They’re perfect for an on-the-go pick-me-up – and great for vegans too! This energy-boosting snack is made with blitzed and whole South African […]

Vegetarian Sausage Rolls

Vegetarian Sausage Rolls

Sometimes I get a lightbulb moment and making the sausage for the vegetarian sausage roll was one of those. I wanted to make something that had the texture and flavour of a real sausage, not of the vegetable or cheese, and I think I got there. Extract taken from Vegetarian, Hassle Free, Gluten Free by […]

Chocolate Whoopie Cakes

Whoopi Cakes

These are lovely cakes to bake with children as they are so easy – literally throw everything in and mix – and they are great fun. They can be made with a normal whisk but it’s much easier if you have an electric one as the batter is quite firm.   Extract taken from Vegetarian, […]

JAZZ Apple & Ginger Dahl

Apple & Ginger Dahl

It might sound a bit weird using apple in a Dahl, but it actually works so well! Here we use @jazzappleuk which adds a natural sweetness to the dish and makes it extra delicious! This recipe is also perfect for freezing so you can always have a nutritious meal on hand!  it might sound a […]

Pineapple Sorbet

Pineapple Sorbet

This delicious pineapple sorbet by Del Monte is so easy to make and so quick to demolish! With just three ingredients, this sorbet is a perfect dessert to have after a hearty winter meal (or in fact anytime of the year). Prep time is just five minutes!

Roasted South African Plum, Pumpkin and Lentil Korma

Roasted South African Plum, Pumpkin and Lentil Korma

In this delicious curry, South African plums are roasted with pumpkin or butternut squash, then combined with korma curry paste, coconut cream and canned lentils. Great news – it’s suitable for vegans and vegetarians too! In this delicious curry, South African plums are roasted with pumpkin or butternut squash, then combined with korma curry paste, […]

Clonakilty Turkey and black pudding ballotine

Clonakilty Turkey and black pudding ballotine

This festive turkey recipe is a fantastic alternative to the more traditional roast bird – perfect if you’re feeding a smaller crowd or just want to mix things up a little this year. Clonakilty Turkey and black pudding ballotine with smoked bacon jam, onions, walnut crumble and pickled cranberries by James Cochran for Great British Chefs. This […]