As the weather turns cooler, there’s nothing quite like a warming bowl of soup to comfort the soul. This soup is a delicious twist on a seasonal classic. It’s rich, creamy and packed with fragrant spices. The roasted pumpkin brings …
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Fermented Lemons and Limes – Video Version
Citrus fruit are a staple on our shopping list. I tend to eat lemon and limes on a daily basis. In recent years I started fermenting foods. The other day I decided to ferment the lemons and limes that I …
Fermented Ginger – Video Version
Many people believe that home cooking means bland food. As I have discovered since writing this blog that’s simply not the case. A simple way to bring both flavour and health benefits into your kitchen is to add spices including …
Fermented Onions – Video Version
Humans have been fermenting vegetables for centuries. It’s one of the easiest ways to add plenty of flavour to everyday dishes. The recipe turns the humble onion into a tangy probiotic-rich condiment. It is very time consuming but you only …
Apple and Blackberry Chia Seed Jam – Video Version
When we first moved into this house over eight years ago I decided I wanted to grow an apple tree. We went to our local garden centre and I choose a tree. At the time I was so keen to …
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Apple and Blackberry Smoothie – Video Version
Smoothies although they can be sugary are a good way to get fruit into your kids diet. My son Ted used to love apples. Ted also used to love a homemade apple and blackberry crumble. Nowadays Ted is not so …
Slow Cooker Stewed Apples and Blackberries – Video Version
When winter comes I love to cook in my slow cooker. Slow cooking food is a great way to cook a meal. It’s also great to cook desserts in. In the past I have normally stewed apples on the hob …
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Chili Pesto in a Pestle and Mortar
Homemade chili pesto is a simple way to elevate everyday meals with a burst of spice and freshness. It’s packed with spices, pecans, coriander and lime. Therefore it’s not a common pesto but it’s the perfect twist on a classic …
Aubergine Pesto
We love bold flavours in our house and we also enjoy rustic homemade goodness. The aubergine pesto is a must try. It’s made in a traditional pestle and mortar which brings out the natural richness of the roasted aubergine. The …
Old Skool Pesto!!!
There’s nothing quite like going back to basics. This pesto recipe is simple, fresh and packed with flavour. It’s made in the traditional way with a pestle and mortar. It brings out the very best of the basil, pine nuts …