Sometimes a girl just needs a cookie! Most cookie recipes call for copious amounts of sugar and butter, hence why they taste so great! However, this recipe, whilst not sugar free, is much lighter on the sugar front, but there's still plenty of sweetness to satisfy a craving whilst providing some good quality fibre. I'm … Continue reading Choc Chip Oat Cookies
My mission to get vegetables eaten around here continues with these delicious little carrot cake balls! My toddler is fickle with food and a favourite food one day could be an arch nemesis the next. So I'm busy cramming in fibre rich foods wherever possible. These balls are free from refined sugar and loaded with … Continue reading Carrot Cake Balls
A few excess carrots in the fridge was the inspiration for today's morning tea. These muffins are moist and delicious without having to use copious amounts of sugar. Plus it's a great way to hide veggies and get some fibre and vitamin C into fussy eaters. Who doesn't love carrots all dressed up as cake! … Continue reading Carrot Cake Muffins
This simple salad is a wonderful accompaniment to my Pork Dumplings recipe, or you could add some poached chicken to it and make it a meal all on its own. It’s great for summer nights and it makes an easy leftovers lunch the next day. It also makes a great salad to take to a … Continue reading Soba Noodle Salad
I have been playing with my new steam oven a fair bit lately, and my latest dumpling experiment turned out to be so easy and delicious! You could just as easily steam them in a steamer basket on the stove if you don’t have a steam oven, so don’t let that put you off. The … Continue reading Pork Dumplings
It’s still pretty cold in Melbourne, and whilst Spring is just around the corner (hopefully) I am making the most of the chilly weather and warming up with yummy soup. This one is so easy and is a great way to use up veggies that are kicking around in the fridge. It freezes very well … Continue reading Sweet Potato, Carrot & Pumpkin Soup
This gnudi is delicious and light while packing a cheesy punch. If you're not a cheese lover then whats wrong with you it's probably not for you. It takes fairly minimal preparation and it can be done in advance and kept in the fridge until you’re ready to cook it. It’s lighter than gnocchi and … Continue reading Ricotta & Spinach Gnudi
People often ask me about tips to lose or maintain weight, sometimes assuming that there is a secret that they are yet to hear. In my opinion there is no magic bullet, but there is a central theme that I use in my own life that I think is part of the answer. It is … Continue reading Hungry
This recipe is really easy, it can be prepared ahead of time and it’s easy to load it up with yummy vegetables, so it’s a great family meal. This quiche is high in protein and fibre, making it a really satisfying meal that will keep you feeling full. It makes an excellent lunch to help … Continue reading Quinoa & Oat Green Quiche
These delicious muffins are little protein kicks, which are free from refined sugar. Great for morning tea or a post workout snack. My toddler loves these as they are perfect for little hands and can be eaten on the go. Ingredients 1 Cup fresh chopped Strawberries 1 egg 1 tbs Peanut Butter 1 tbs maple … Continue reading Strawberry & Peanut Butter Muffins
