I don’t know about you but I love dunking crispy bacon into a bowl of homemade guacamole. Homemade is the best and this comes from buying store bought guacamole and never feeling quite satisfied. My version includes all the basics like avocado’s, chilli flakes, green chilli or jalepeno, baby tomatoes, dhania and chaat masala. Yes, […]
Chicken Meatballs in Marinara sauce and Parmigiano
I think it’s about time I share this dish with you all. It takes a bit of an effort but it is just so worth it. Spicy Indian inspired meatballs with fresh ginger, garlic, chilli and fresh dhania air fried to perfection – you could also fry these in a pan or pop them into […]
Roasted Pepper Pasta
Ingredients 2 cups of mixed peppers Olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, chopped finely 4 tablespoons of butter 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon jeera powder 1/2 teaspoon dhania powder Salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon red chilli flakes Handful of baby tomatoes, chopped 1 cup of cheddar cheese, grated 2 tablespoons cake flour 2 cups […]
Magic bars with Bakers® Good Morning Rusks
When I said Bakers® Good Morning Rusks are more than just for dunking, I meant it! These bars require no mixing, and are made by just layering the ingredients in a baking tin – I know these sounds too good to be true. No creaming of butter and no whisking and mixing either! What I […]
Masala Chai
I have tried many store bought “masala chai” teas and I thought they were great, until my lovely aunt shared her recipe with me for from scratch masala chai, my goodness it is like a warm hug. You know the kind your Gran gives you. So good! Masala Chai recipeIngredients5 green cardamom pods3 whole cloves1 star anise5 peppercorns1 […]
Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes
This reminds me of the time when I was pregnant with my daughter and I convinced my husband to make me a box mix of poppyseed muffins, he straight up refused but luckily it didn’t take much convincing to change his mind. The cupcakes we’re delicious and for some reason this week I craved them […]
Crustless quiche/frittata
There is no real story behind this recipe, well except that it is my current go-to when I’m in the middle of home-schooling, deadlines and trying to keep myself from starving 😅. I use frozen veggies which usually consists of broccoli and sweet peppers with the addition of eggs, cream and cheese. Is it even […]
Brinjal and Tomato Pasta
I have to admit I struggle to get my kids to eat their veggies, it’s a constant battle of me pulling my hair out and muttering WTF under my breathe 😑. So I decided to reduce my blood pressure and find new and “exciting” ways for them to eat their broccoli, or in this case […]
Pumpkin Curry
Pumpkin Curry Ingredients:1 kg pumpkin, cubedOil for cooking1 cinnamon stick1 large onion, finely diced4 cloves garlic, grated finely1 sprig curry leaves1 teaspoon mustard seeds1 teaspoon cumin seeds4 whole green chillies, sliced5 dried red chilliesSalt to tasteSugar to taste¼ cup chopped dhuniaMethi powder Method:1. Heat oil in a large pot on medium heat, add sliced onion, […]
Chocolate Ombre Pancakes
Hey friends, I’m so excited because on the 7th of July is World Chocolate Day! Everyday I’ll be sharing all my favourite chocolate desserts with you, both old and new for you to try and enjoy. I’m kicking things of with a gorgeous plate of ombre pancakes, they look complicated, but all it takes is […]
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