This vegan slow cooked Red Thai curry is simple to make and can be adapted to add in, or take out, things people do not like. It is ideal for us as I am finding that a lot of vegan recipes have mushrooms, and our children are not keen. Also, like the Vegan Sweet and … Read more
This sweet and spicy vegan stir-fry can be adapted depending on taste and availability. You could just use up vegetables you already have in your fridge – or vegetable food box. Add in or take out things people do and do not like. Our children do not like mushrooms but I think it would taste … Read more
This slow cooked Beef Stifado and Orzo is absolutely delicious. Accidentally I used thin beef steaks instead of cubes but it worked well and so it is the way I am going to do it next time too! It is the first time I have used alcohol in cooking since I gave it up! My … Read more
The Honey Garlic Chicken Noodles recipe is super easy in that everything can be cooked in the slow cooker. You don’t even have to measure it out. Its downfall is it is so tasty that everyone complains that they want more! This is much healthier and cheaper than getting a takeout. As I say it … Read more
The best thing about the slow cooker is that you can literally throw all your ingredients in and leave it. Ideal for people out at work all day, sleeping after a night shift or just generally busy. Even for those who aren’t but who have no desire to be slaving over a hot stove! Plus … Read more
A quick and simple home-made chicken and leek pie recipe. Once made it can then be served with chips, or potatoes and vegetables for a healthier option. Our younger teens have cooked this by themselves and it is perfect for DofE skills section if they chose cooking. This recipe is from The Wiggly Worm Charity. … Read more
Short Crust Pastry can form the basis of so many different recipes. Including both sweet and savoury options. Ready-made short crust pastry is easily available in supermarkets, both in the fridge and freezer sections. But honestly it is really easy to make and doesn’t take that much time at all. About Plain Short Crust Pastry … Read more
This Chicken and Broccoli Chinese-Style recipe is one which is an adaptation of the Tesco’s Chinese style chicken and broccoli recipe. Disclosure I have previously worked with Tesco but this is not affiliated with them. The best thing about this recipe is that it can be frozen (minus the rice) and also adapted to suit … Read more
The perfect pancakes are easy to make from scratch. Honestly those ones where you just add an egg are a waste of money. In this post I tell you how we make the perfect pancakes. The perfect base for either a sweet or savoury treat. Basic Pancake Mix First of all you will want to … Read more
