Mood: feeling a bit extra and ready for some indulgence Hi everybody! It’s been a while, lockdown is really getting to me now – I need to go out for a meal!! So to try and help I went a bit extra with the presentation and put together a gorgeous salad – perfect as aContinue reading “Blood orange, prosciutto and mozzarella salad”
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Creamy Cajun Chicken Tagliatelle
This one is a favourite in our household, it’s creamy, spicy and full of flavour, what’s not to love? I usually use shop bought Cajun seasoning which works just as well but today I made my own. This recipe could easily be made into a veggie dish by just swapping out the chicken for quornContinue reading “Creamy Cajun Chicken Tagliatelle”
Chilli & Prawn Spaghetti
Sometimes it’s the simple meals that are the best! I made this for two reasons, 1. I really fancied a tomato based spaghetti 2. I needed a meal that we could make using what we had left in the kitchen. The great thing about this recipe is that although I’ve added timings for how longContinue reading “Chilli & Prawn Spaghetti”
Homemade granola
I’ve been on a bit of a health kick recently and been experimenting with some things I don’t usually buy! I made this gorgeous granola full of really healthy stuff! Really simple to make, I had mine with coconut milk and blueberries! MOOD: when you need a healthy but tasty breakfast option INGREDIENTS 250g rolledContinue reading “Homemade granola”
Smoked Salmon Tagliatelle with a Herb Sauce
I’ve been trying out a lot of new recipes recently, but I’m particularly proud of this one! I love all pasta but tagliatelle is a favourite (for both of us). Using mascarpone just makes it that little bit richer, the herbs and lemon gives it a lovely freshness. This one is perfect for a quickContinue reading “Smoked Salmon Tagliatelle with a Herb Sauce”
Tomato and Ricotta Summer Tart
This was something I just wanted to make because of how pretty the picture of it in my head was! I know that sounds so crazy lol. Stay with me on this one… sometimes we get ideas and sometimes they are great… other times not so much – but this time! Jackpot! This was simplyContinue reading “Tomato and Ricotta Summer Tart”
Our take on a Thai Red Curry
Thai food is a real favourite – you really can’t go wrong! There are so many easy ways your can make your own curries now – the amount of kits there are makes it so simple. We’ve tried the blue dragon kits and the aldi alternative – both great! This time I made a pasteContinue reading “Our take on a Thai Red Curry”
Quorn Keema (v)
Traditionally this is made with lamb mince but we love the Quorn alternative! Plus its healthier. You can make wraps, or keema toast (yum!!) or just eat it with roti. Mood: In the mood for something healthier but still packs so much flavour! INGREDIENTS:– 1 bag of Quorn mince– 2 tsps of vegetable oil orContinue reading “Quorn Keema (v)”
Bulgar Wheat Salad with Chicken & Feta
I love bulgar wheat, it’s a great alternative to rice, similar to cous cous but in my opinion bulgar wheat is much nicer! You cook it the same way as you do cous cous and then just add whatever you like to it. I like to have this for lunch, but you can also pairContinue reading “Bulgar Wheat Salad with Chicken & Feta”
Double Pepperoni Puff Pastry Pizza
Tongue twister or what! We love a puff pastry pizza because they’re just so simple to make and so tasty! They’re a perfect fakeaway option with minimal effort. MOOD: when you want tasty food for the half the effort! INGREDIENTS 1 pack ready roll puff pastry 2 tbsp chopped tomatoes 1 tbsp olive oil HandfulContinue reading “Double Pepperoni Puff Pastry Pizza”