Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
July 5, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : Apple, rhubarb and blueberry crumble
A few days ago I made a crumble using this very naughty recipe, but I put more fruit in so basically, I made it healthier.
It was absolutely divine and while I think I burnt a bit of the apple, rhubarb and blueberry, it got to a jam-like consistency and was perfect with some vanilla bean ice cream and custard.
Yum.
June 23, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : Pumpkin soup and chickpea croutons
We are already on our way out of Winter, with the days only getting longer from here. I do love snuggling up in bed with my main man and our baby, but my heart truly is a sun-loving, tropical-island-hailing one.
In saying that, the warm, soul food that accompanies the cold season is not lost on me. A favourite in our home is this hearty soup. Throw in some turmeric and I'm in. The healing properties in this superfood is everything we need in this sniffly household.
And, I mean, those chickpea croutons on their own.. Di-vine. Happy Winter Solstice!
April 3, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : Chicken, silverbeet and feta gozleme
This is my slightly adapted version of Gourmet Girlfriend's gozleme recipe. First off, I am the biggest fan of this lady. She is a warrior in the kitchen and is a huge inspiration. Honestly, who would've thought some flour, yoghurt and salt would get you a gozleme shell!?
I added 500g of chicken mince marinated with salt, pepper and a bit of smoked paprika, tossed in a hot pan with a leek and a clove of garlic. I would put a bit of cumin next time but I'd run out. Nevertheless I am so totally psyched with how it turned out and I can't wait to start doing vegetarian options of this.
Remember to roll it out nice and thin!
Enjoy!
March 29, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : A good hazelnut spread aka Nutella
Some might say "What is the point then?!" if I mentioned a "good Nutella" but, really though, this is all the yum without all the sugar. Special thanks to The Whole Pantry iPhone application for the recipe.
Probably one of the easiest things I have ever made.. Took my all of 5 minutes to get the ingredients together, then 4 minutes for the food processor to do her thang.
120grams hazelnut meal
50grams raw cacao powder
80grams rice malt syrup (or any liquid sweetener)
180ml almond milk
Throw it all in a blender or food processor for 3 to 4 minutes. Like, magic! I bottled this one up for my sister in law who is a self-confessed Nutella addict.
The leftover?
Bananas dipped in chocolate, anyone?
Enjoy!
March 27, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : Almond blueberry cake with crispy coconut crumble
You know you've struck gold when you find a refined sugar, dairy and gluten free recipe all in one! This recipe from the amazing Eleanor is basically the easiest and one of the healthiest recipes I've ever come across. Honestly, you just throw everything into your food processor and Bob's your uncle*.
I swapped out the raspberries for blueberries as I had a whole lot of them sitting in my freezer. I'd say that the raspberries would have added the tartness while the blueberries were beautifully sweet. Just enough for me, though.
We enjoyed it with a cup of tea (milk and one sugar, thanks!) and I have to say.. It totally hit the spot.
Enjoy!
*An Australian saying for "TADAH!"
March 20, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : Goat's cheese, mushroom and caramelized onion tart
I am an ultimate Pinterest addict. Most of my time is spent pinning home styling ideas as well as recipes. This year, I am going to make an effort with my attempts in the kitchen, dishing up better, healthier meals for my family. We have introduced Meatless Mondays into our home and this was our first go at a vegetarian dinner.
It was,
amazeballs.
You can find the recipe for the tart here. Do note that I switched out the blue cheese for goat's cheese and used low fat cream cheese for the filling. I also did one big tart (served 4) instead of 6 individual little tarts. I had my in laws over and we devoured it with an easy spinach and tomato salad with a bit of balsamic dressing. It was divine and has given me the encouragement I need to continue this series.
Enjoy!
It was,
amazeballs.
You can find the recipe for the tart here. Do note that I switched out the blue cheese for goat's cheese and used low fat cream cheese for the filling. I also did one big tart (served 4) instead of 6 individual little tarts. I had my in laws over and we devoured it with an easy spinach and tomato salad with a bit of balsamic dressing. It was divine and has given me the encouragement I need to continue this series.
Enjoy!
February 27, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN : Roasted cauliflower and onion soup
Everyone in our camp has either been slightly unwell or on the mend. And since the weather got a bit cooler, I decided to test out this recipe from The First Mess for a beautiful roasted cauliflower and onion soup.
Suffice to say, it was delicious.
July 25, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN : Banana & blueberry muffins
Uh guys, I managed to bake today. I had a leftover banana that sat on the kitchen bench annoying me the last few days. So when Mason went down for a nap this afternoon, I thought... What the hell. If he wakes up, it's just one thing we can add to the list that I start but never manage to finish. But as my mother in law gushes ever so often, Mason was an angel! I was able to bake AND take photos of these muffins.
I've never been the sort of person that strays from a recipe. But not knowing how long I had between starting this baking expedition to when my son would wake up for a feed, I was a woman on a mission. Here's what I grabbed out of the pantry and fridge, and popped into my mixing bowl:
and this:
I've never been the sort of person that strays from a recipe. But not knowing how long I had between starting this baking expedition to when my son would wake up for a feed, I was a woman on a mission. Here's what I grabbed out of the pantry and fridge, and popped into my mixing bowl:
1 over-riped banana
1/2 cup of natural yoghurt
1 egg
1/3 cup of coconut butter
1/4 cup of caster sugar
A handful of frozen berries
Just under a cup of self raising flour
This is how they turned out! Bit flat on the top but they tasted divine. Do note how I managed to eat 2 muffins before remembering I wanted to photograph them. God, I crack myself up sometimes.
I was done just in time for a little bit of this:
and this:
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