Category: Snack

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Sarah’s Perfect Salmon, Spinach & Eggs

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Simple, speedy and scrumptious … Heat a non-stick fry pan with a little oil … Place a couple of handfuls of baby spinach leaves into a bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil. Pop it in the microwave oven ready for the last minute! Finely chop some fresh herbs – today I used flat leaf parsley – you can use whatever you want! Gently beat two eggs in a bowl, add the parsley and some cracked black pepper. Fry the eggs, moving around to cook evenly. Allow to get crispy and brown then flip over to crispy the other side. … Continue reading Sarah’s Perfect Salmon, Spinach & Eggs

Breakfast, Seafood, Snack, Vegetable4 Comments

Prawns with Fennel & Basil Stir Fry

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Fennel is my absolute favourite food ever in the whole world. Fennel, combined with prawns, another absolute favourite food ever in the whole world, is truly a delight I can’t describe! Nicole and I felt like a hearty breakfast, but you could have this anytime of the day. Stir fry finely sliced fennel, snow peas (mangetout), broccoli florets in coconut oil with some dried herbs, garlic and onions. Add lots of fresh basil leaves right at the end. Stir fry fresh uncooked prawns in coconut oil with chilli and cracked black pepper. Serve in the morning sun with a steaming pot … Continue reading Prawns with Fennel & Basil Stir Fry

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Silverbeet & Tuna Omelet

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Half way through eating this divine scrumptiousness I had half an avocado … oh joy 🙂 Small brown onion Finely sliced silver beet (or you could use spinach) Small tin of tuna 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried chilli flakes 2 eggs Small handful of sliced fresh basil leaves In a non stick fry pan heat some olive oil and saute the onion till starting to brown and soften. Add the silver beet, tuna and spices and cook through till the silver beet is soft. Add the eggs and basil and gently heat through, … Continue reading Silverbeet & Tuna Omelet

Lamb, Saucy, Snack, Spicy3 Comments

Sticky Lamb Ribs

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Lamb ribs were on sale last week and I have never cooked with them before. As I am on a lean budget at the moment, I grabbed some and thought I’d have a crack at a new recipe … Pre-heat the oven to 220oC 1 small brown onion 10 or so cherry tomatoes 2 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon chilli flakes 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 tablespoon fresh or dried thyme Juice of half a lemon Wizz all the ingredients in a blender till a smooth paste. Add more chilli to the sauce … Continue reading Sticky Lamb Ribs

Breakfast, Chicken, Lamb, Snack, Spicy, Vegan6 Comments

Fennel Celery Mince & Guacamole!

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This wholesome amazingness was whipped up in about 20 minutes and totally loved by Maxine and I for dinner tonight … you can use whatever mince you like or mash firm tofu for a hearty vegan option. Here’s the simplicity of the meal and you can create your own with whatever you have in the fridge – be bold and you will get more confident to explore your own yummy recipes. The only thing that always remains the same is the guacamole – I’ve been making it the same  my whole life and it’s scrumptious and as they say – … Continue reading Fennel Celery Mince & Guacamole!

Author inspiration, Dessert, Recipes, Snack4 Comments

Gold Coast Gob Stoppers

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My father is in hospital on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia and I am by his side every day supporting his healing – which is healing for me too. It is a wonderful time for us both. The hospital food is hit and miss with nutritional value and like airplane food, you really don’t know what you are going to get until you lift the cover! I’ve been taking in soup to support his diabetes diet. He has a sweet tooth but needs to keep his blood sugar levels in check so I’ve made him a treat that has … Continue reading Gold Coast Gob Stoppers

Author inspiration, Dessert, Snack, Vegan2 Comments

Cherries & Nut Cream

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Tonight after having a delicious meal with my flat mate, we felt like something sweet. I felt to share a little treat that won’t keep you awake or jumping around. It’s delicious and took me ten minutes to whip up! Put some frozen cherries (or berries) into a small saucepan with a spoonful of honey to your taste and simmer gently on the stovetop. While that is bubbling away, put into a blender: 1 cup of macadamia nuts (or almonds, or half/half) 1 sliced, peeled, cored apple ½-1 cup of almond milk (unsweetened, or water) Blend to a thick, smooth paste. Add … Continue reading Cherries & Nut Cream

Recipes, Salad, Snack, Vegan, Vegetable2 Comments

Crunchy Spring Salad

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I was blessed to have a house full of truly beautiful people and shared dinner with Love. With our salmon fillets, I made a delightful salad that could possibly be my yummiest ever! I know that when I am honouring how far I have come from how I used to eat in the past, I come alive. There’s an honesty in the way I prepare food and feel the care for myself and others I am sharing food with. It’s changed more recently where I only want to give myself loving food and eat honouring my body. Ingredients: Baby cos … Continue reading Crunchy Spring Salad

Author inspiration, Dessert, Snack, Vegan7 Comments

Coconut & Almond Truffles

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I had a lovely lunch last weekend with Alex and we were discussing how much sugar impacts on how much we eat. We’ve both had a similar experience – by reducing sugar we have reduced the craving for more food. It’s like sugar runs another program in my brain that overrides my ‘satisfied’ belly. We have both found that by cutting down on sugar of any kind, the feeling of ‘enough’ could truly be felt and over-eating is no longer a driving force at meal time. Inspired by this conversation, I’ve created a ‘sweet treat’ that is lovely to offer … Continue reading Coconut & Almond Truffles

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Simple Vegetable Supper

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This week was really busy at work. I have started to integrate into a new department to take over from a lady who will be going on maternity leave in three months. So in addition to my usual work, I am picking up more tasks and spent Friday focussed and busy. I love being busy so it wasn’t exhausting or stressful. When I got home at 7.30pm, I was hungry and tired, so I wanted to have something super nutritious and light that would send me to sleep in harmony. In a large fry pan I melted some coconut oil. … Continue reading Simple Vegetable Supper