In our family, we eat mainly fruit, vegetables, pulses and whole grains. But, from time to time, we also eat cheese from dairy. As you may know, cheese contains a fair amount of sodium and saturated fat and can raise your cholesterol level (the bad, LDL kind). However, cheese also contains a lot of benefits […]
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In a rush for time and having people coming over during the festive season? You want to serve something that is homemade and elegant? These savoury tarts are not only good looking but also easy to make if you use store-bought puff pastry dough. I don’t often bake or cook with store-bought roll-out puff pastry […]
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When it’s damp, cold and grey outside, nothing beats a hot bowl of homemade tomato soup. Completely plant-based, this hearty soup bursts with flavour. The texture is also fabulous. Adding grilled aubergine and processing the cooked ingredients in a blender give this soup a rich and creamy texture. When you cook with aubergine, make sure to […]
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This morning, I’m working on a pecan square recipe for Christmas. Later today, I’ll make a creamy tomato soup that is great for cold, rainy November weather. When I create recipes, the process often begins with scribbles, arrows and messy notes on paper. The next step is to make sure that I have all the […]
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Completely plant-based and good for you, this three-bean and green lentil chili is a favourite in my family. Now that the evenings are cooler, why not make a big pot of spicy chili. I made this recipe last night and it was a hit. If your diet is mainly plant-based, a chili like this one […]
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A lesson on ageing from the world’s oldest DJ, an 83-year-old woman from Tokyo, Japan.
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