These no bake millet bars are one of my go to healthy snacks! They are full of good fats and disappear very quickly in my household. This recipe was originally created with puffed quinoa but I substituted with puffed millet, as I prefer it. As with any recipe adapt as per what’s in your pantry [...]
Get into the festive spirit! This Antipasto Christmas Tree is perfect for entertaining big and little kids. A novel way to get the whole family involved in the kitchen. Start off with a large board or platter and start assembling. There is no set recipe for this one, be creative! I would suggest combining a [...]
3 ingredient cookies! The perfect recipe for baking with little ones. All you need is: 1 large ripe banana 1 cup shredded coconut 3 tbsp almond meal Optional: choc chips/choc buttons 1. Blend banana and coconut for 30 secs. 2. Add almond meal, pulse a few more times until combined. 3. Optional: stir 2 tbsp [...]
One pan dinner tonight! Inspired by Jessica Sepel. This dinner could not be easier. Protein, good fats, carbs, veggies. Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets 1 bunch broccoli 1 sweet potato 1 tbsp sesame seeds Liquid coconut oil (or spray) 1 tsp sea salt Marinade: 4 tbsp tamari sauce 2 tsp minced ginger 2-3 tbsp honey juice and [...]
Pesto pepper cauliflower pizza! Another one pan meal tonight, again inspired by @jshealth. We often have homemade pizza, but I haven’t made a cauliflower base in a while. Will see how it is received! I kept with toppings the kids love so hopefully the base goes down well too Ingredients: 1 cauliflower head, cut into [...]
I was recently interviewed by my friends at The Balcony Garden. They have the most beautiful array of exterior and interior pots, if you're in the market you must check them out! Website: http://www.thebalconygarden.com.au Instagram: @thebalconygarden Interview below and also here www.thebalconygarden.com.au/whole-start. Good friend to The Balcony Garden, Jessica Auswild, started her website “Whole Start” to offer [...]
I love shared dishes as they bring people together and highlight the importance of eating as a family. This is a no fuss meal, which is suitable for all ages. I like to include spices in my cooking as it exposes children to different flavours, the cinnamon adds a lovely sweetness. As with any recipe [...]
Another one pot wonder! A great dish for working parents or time poor parents in general. Pop a few things in your slow cooker in the morning and come home to a hot meal and your home smelling incredible! I made a few changes to the original recipe by http://www.mylovelylittlelunchbox.com.au. Ingredients 4 slices beef osso [...]
Who doesn't love a one pot family dinner! I am hoping this beautifully fragrant meal will be a hit with the whole family. Whilst we have a few go to dishes I like to introduce the kids to a variety of recipes so they are use to different flavours and textures. The caramelised onions and currants [...]
This is a healthy gluten free take on the beloved schnitzel! Such an easy weeknight meal, we teamed ours with roasted broccoli, sweet potato fries and lemon wedges! Recipe thanks to www.delicious.com.au. Serves 4. Ingredients: 12 chicken tenderloins 1 1/4 cups (125g) quinoa flakes 1/2 cup (40g) parmesan, grated 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped [...]
Headed to a play date tomorrow, so made a batch of these delicious black bean brownies for the kids. Black beans are high in folate and a good source of iron and fibre. Will let you know if they get the tick of approval! Ingredients 400 g canned black beans (drained, rinsed) 3 unit eggs [...]
