Spice is a brilliant way to protect the body’s system during the winter months and this is the time of year that I start to think about eating and drinking more spices and herbs. When I think of what spices …
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Cabbage, Fennel and Cumin Sauerkraut
The Autumn is in full swing now and winter will be heading our way soon. So I have started to think about the foods that will keep me well and warm during the colder months. Sauerkraut is a food I …
Nan’s Meringues
During winter or when it was raining, I always remember my Nan spending a lot more time in the house. She loved to be outside ‘doing the gardening’ but when she couldn’t Nan would normally spend more time cleaning the …
Learning without School Begins.
At the start of last week, my 5 year-old son Ted and I began our homeschooling journey. While the pictures of my friend’s children in their new school uniforms go on Facebook I have been preparing to help Ted learn …
Googie’s Kitchen Life
In recent months, I’ve been thinking about changing the name of my blog and my YouTube Channel. It’s taken me a while to think of this new name. “Food, Family and Fun with Alexis Knibbs” is just a tad too …
Spaghetti Bolognaise
Spaghetti Bolognaise or Spag Bowl as we like to call it in this house is a great dish. The recipe I have invented has taken me years to perfect and I finally think I have it. Although knowing me I …
Roasted Butternut Squash and Butter Bean Soup
My husband Howard’s parents came to visit last weekend. We had a lovely day and they stayed for dinner in the evening. I made this soup which everyone really enjoyed. It was a very quick, simple and easy recipe to …
Lime, Cumin and Coriander Hummus
Lime, cumin and coriander hummus is a great dip to have as a snack or it could be used as part of a meal too. I enjoyed it on a Saturday lunch time with sweet potato wedges, while my family …
Dried Plum and Banana Porridge
Dried Plum and Banana Porridge is such a delicious dish and it’s so great at this time of year. It’s a warming breakfast that is simple to make and it’s really easy to cook. Ted, my son, Howard, my husband …
Slow cooked Pork with Pumpkin, Apples and Sage
Slow cooked Pork with Pumpkin, Apples and Sage is a delicious dish that can be enjoyed during the week or at the weekend without too much hassle. If you have a slow cooker it is one of the best ways …
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