Latest post Due to the popularity of my honey flapjacks and banana flapjacks I decided to make a variation using carrot. Grated carrots add natural sweetness and moisture. These oat snack bars contain wholesome ingredients, are perfect for lunch boxes or a snack on the go and can be prepared and baked in around half an hour. Easter treats Whether you are looking for ideas to serve to guests or share with family you may find some ideas here. Hot cross buns These fruity, lightly spiced bread...

First I would like to share a couple of new posts, lentil ragout and espresso cake. Lentil ragout is a wholesome dish which can be served as a main meal or side. It is made using plant based ingredients cooked in red wine with herbs. It is simple to make, can be prepared in advance and is suitable for freezing. What is there not to like about this dish? Espresso cake is a coffee Victoria sponge filled and topped with mascarpone cheese frosting. It is simple enough for an everyday cake but...

With the chilly weather over the last few weeks, I've been making lots of filling and comforting foods such as cakes, puddings, and soups. I recently published a recipe for ginger sponge pudding. It is oven baked, has a honey and lemon syrup and is just the thing for winter days. Bake, turn over onto a plate and top with extra syrup for a gooey, sticky treat. What I like about this pudding (apart from it being simply delicious) is that it is baked in the oven and no lengthy steaming is...