During the week I need fast, efficient breakfasts I know I can rely on. Porridge is always a good way to start the day and it’s always quick and easy. Occasionally I fancy a change from a big bowl of …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Beetroot Red and Green Smoothie
When I was a child I really enjoyed eating my greens. My parents tell me I was a great eater and I would eat most, if not all, foods. As long as I can remember I have loved greens and …
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Sweet Potato and Marmite Pancakes
My husband is a huge Marmite fan but over the past few year we have been trying to find healthier versions of our favourite foods. Over a year ago now my husband and I were shopping in our local health …
Slow Cooked Ham, Leek and Sweet Potato Soup
Soup is one food I don’t think I could live without during winter. I always look forward to a large bowl of steaming soup. It’s my favourite. My son Ted, on the other hand, is not the greatest lover of …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Spicy Mackerel Fishcakes
When it was just my husband and I we would occasionally treat ourselves to a Fish and Chip supper from the local takeaway. For those of you that don’t live in the UK Fish and Chips is a huge part …
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Slow Cooked Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
As I have mentioned before in my blog, there are times when I wish the fairies would come in and cook the dinner. Don’t get me wrong, I love to cook, but occasionally I do wish I could wave a …
Googie’s Kitchen Presents Yummy Bombay Potatoes
My favourite takeaway was always an Indian and I would normally always order a meat dish like a korma and a side of rice. Since giving up processed foods and sugar it’s very rare that we order a takeaway. Nowadays, …
Slow Cooked Creamy ‘No Cream’ Ham, Leek and Potato Pie
My Nan and Dad were always great at using up leftovers. Nan would always make stews but Dad would always make a pie. We still had gammon left in our freezer from Christmas so I decided to eat it up. …
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Slow Cooked Flax Seed Apple Crumble
When I first started making crumbles I would simply stew the fruit on the hob. Then I started to think about other ways to cook the fruit for a crumble. When I have a busy day or just when I …
Googie’s Kitchen presents Black and White Bean Spag Bowl
In recent years, for many different reasons, we have started to eat less meat. During the week instead of meat I have been using beans in our dinners. My husband Howard is not a fan of beans and he always …
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