I have never been a huge fan of fizzy drinks. When I was little, though, I loved to drink cold Ice Tea in the summer, but it came usually from a box and contained a horrific amount of sugar. Therefore, I came up with a sugar-free alternative to quench my thirst. And no, I am…
Month: July 2016
Parmesan and Walnut Pesto
It doesn’t always have to be the store-bought stuff! Why not make pesto yourself and get a bit creative? This flavour-filled recipe will help you liven up your dinner plate and invigorate your senses. With home-made pesto, any meal will taste better! Eat it with your favourite pasta, on crusty bread or to round off…
Fennel and Blood Orange Salad
Crunchy fennel and zesty blood oranges (regular oranges would certainly work just as well) are a heavenly combination together with the sweet acidity of balsamic vinegar, the slightly peppery taste of extra-virgin olive oil and the both buttery and tart flavour of walnuts. This sweet, aromatic flavour bomb is without a doubt one of my…
Sprouting Salad
Are you out of depth about what to do with your sprouts? Why not make a wonderfully colourful and crunchy salad mixed with raw veg and fresh herbs? Tuck in! Ingredients: For 2 portions Sprouts (e.g. sprouted Adzuki beans, chickpeas etc.), grown from 2 tbsp. of dried sprouting mix Alfalfa sprouts, grown from 1 tsp….
Grow Your Own Sprouts
Is there anything nicer than watching something grow that you have planted? When it comes to flowers, believe me, I don’t have a green thumb. It is surprising that my one and only plant in my bedroom is still alive after 2.5 years, although over time some leaves have turned brown in certain places. No,…
Egg and Cress Dip on Sourdough Bread
Who doesn’t like a nice egg and cress sandwich? This national classic can be found in every packed lunch aisle in UK supermarkets, but it is usually prepared with white toast. Not to say that white bread isn’t yummy – most foods that are not entirely good for you are incredibly delicious (meaning high in…
Baked Vegetable and Pearl Couscous Salad
The smell of baked fennel, peppers and squash gives the summer air a warm, slightly Mediterranean feel. These vegetables are not just reserved for autumn dishes, but combined with chewy pearl couscous and mixed salad leaves, such as rocket, baby spinach, endive and watercress this recipe is a whole meal by itself rather than a…
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