Made with fresh apple compote, granola and almond chia milk, these delicious puddings are great for breakfast or as a healthy dessert. They’re also a nutritious snack for children. Homemade apple compote, known as French applesauce, is simple to make and tastes better than any store-bought kind. My mother and grandmothers used to make it. […]
Read moreVegan Alfredo cream sauce
My fitness trainer loves pasta dishes and she asked me to make an Alfredo cream sauce that is vegan and loaded with flavour. Well, here it is. This sauce is nutritiously vegan, light and creamy, and packed with flavour. It’s also easy to make. The only equipment you need is a blender and an oven. […]
Read moreMighty magnesium smoothie
On weekdays, I usually get up at 5:30 am and leave for work at around 7:00 am, so I want a boost to start my day right. Recently, I have been experimenting with chocolate smoothies and have come up with a recipe that makes for a great breakfast drink. This rich and creamy smoothie goes […]
Read moreSemifreddo cream tarts
Semifreddo is an Italian term for desserts that are served semi-frozen. These no-bake semi-frozen tarts are light, refreshing and not too sweet. They’re great on a hot summer day. You can make them plain or with grated chocolate and cinnamon sprinkled on the tops or add a fresh fruit layer. You can be as creative and decorative […]
Read moreArtichoke, chickpea and lemon dip
I love this artichoke dip! It’s light, lemony and easy to make. Artichokes are excellent for you. They are high in antioxidants and are a rich source of vitamins, fibre and minerals. Ideally, you should boil or steam fresh artichokes and scrape out the hearts, though this can be time-consuming. An alternative is to buy the artichoke hearts marinated. Marinated artichokes have a […]
Read moreBlack bean, quinoa and walnut loaf
When my youngest daughter is home, that’s when I come up with my best ideas for vegan recipes. You got it, she’s vegan! The loaf featured above is 100% vegan and was part of our Christmas meal. It was absolutely delicious. My husband John, who isn’t vegan or vegetarian, loved it. The loaf can be served as a main […]
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