Crunchy oat biscuits continue to be my most viewed post. They contain wholemeal flour, brown sugar and honey to produce a tasty and wholesome biscuit which is perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. If you haven't already tried them why not give them a go! I have selected a few other biscuit (cookie) recipes which are also easy to make and are suitable for freezing. Sesame seed biscuits These are a variation on crunchy oat biscuits with the addition of sesame seeds. You can also add other seeds...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Whether spring has arrived where you live or you are still waiting for the weather to improve, you may find you are ready to move away from winter meals. I have selected some recipes using seasonal produce including asparagus, broad beans, broccoli and spinach. Take a look at these tasty recipes for asparagus quiche and pasta with asparagus. Or why not try one of these easy one pan risotto recipes such as broad bean risotto or broccoli and blue cheese risotto. Mushroom and leek quiche This...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Dress up your veggies! I have selected a few recipes using common vegetables including carrots, cabbage, cauliflower and sprouts which may give you a change from your usual cooking methods. Some recipes including spicy cauliflower bites, mushrooms with blue cheese and quinoa, winter salad and spicy cabbage can be prepared and cooked in less than half an hour making them perfect for busy days. Hasselback carrots These hasselback style carrots are roast with honey and fresh rosemary and make an...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Take a look at my latest recipe addition, carrot cake Swiss roll. I always enjoy carrot cake but thought it would be fun to make a Swiss roll version. The sponge has finely grated carrots, warm and fragrant spices and is rolled with a mascarpone cream filling. Other recipes with spirals Spanakopita spiral This Greek inspired filo pie has spinach and feta filled rolls formed into the shape of a spiral. Asparagus quiche Another filo pastry recipe, having asparagus spears and folded filo pastry...
30 days ago • 1 min read
Easy recipes Recent post Quick and easy to make, freezer friendly, cheap, not to mention tasty and nutritious, there are lots of reasons to try this three bean chilli. Easy desserts Continuing with the the theme of 'easy recipes' I've selected a few easy no bake desserts for you to try. Avocado chocolate mousse Whip up this rich and creamy dessert in only 10 minutes! Made with a base of avocado, this mousse contains no eggs or cream. No bake granola bars This easy snack contains wholesome...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Almond blossom time In February the hills of the Alpujarra (in southern Spain) burst into bloom and the air is full of the sweet scent of almond blossom. The pink and white blossom is a sight to be seen and this has prompted me to share a few of my favourite recipes using ground almonds. Recipes using almonds Pear and almond tart A delicious tart filled with almond frangipane and pears which is delicious either hot or cold. Swiss chard with almonds and raisins This quick and easy vegetable...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Easy bread recipes Latest post Fill your kitchen with the aroma of freshly baked bread! This delicious fruity loaf is perfect for breakfast or a snack and is freezer friendly. Walnut and cranberry bread You will be amazed at how easy this walnut and cranberry bread is to make. If you take away the proving time and baking time this loaf can be prepared in around 15 minutes. Simply mix the ingredients, leave to double in size, transfer to the fridge where it will do all the hard work overnight,...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Baking ideas Welcome to another Veggie Ideas newsletter! During the colder winter months I find I do more baking to keep us in stock. I always like to have something ready for dessert, an afternoon snack or to take out on a hike. And it is a good way to keep warm too! Many of my bakes are freezer friendly including sesame seed biscuits, muesli biscuits, rock cakes and banana flapjacks. While I enjoy trying out new recipes there are some favourites which I make over and over again. Here are...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read