Showing posts with label Recipes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Recipes. Show all posts
Sunday, 17 April 2016
Sunday Bakes // Double Chocolate Biscotti
In my mind, biscotti are the perfect bake to dunk in hot drinks. Hailing from Italy, they are traditionally served a long side a steaming cup of coffee. But they also go down very well with the more British cup of breakfast tea!
Sunday, 10 April 2016
Sunday Bakes // Nutella Banana Loaf
A classic banana loaf was one of the first bakes I ever attempted which turned out well. My Mum has an old school recipe which works a dream every single time.
After a night out in London with my school friends, I was feeling ready to indulge in my favourite Sunday past time. I decided a banana loaf was the perfect recipe for such a day, it fills the house with the most amazing smell and is basically a pretty easy recipe to knock up when you are feeling a little worse for wear after one too many G&Ts (and copious amounts of dancing).
Sunday, 20 March 2016
Sunday Bakes// Mini Egg Cookies
Today, Sunday 20th March, marks the first day of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere. If this doesn't make any British person leap with joy at the thought of finally being able to peel off those layers and maybe up the Vitamin D levels, the fact that it is International Happiness Day sure will.
For what better excuse is there to celebrate and appreciate all the little (and big) things which make you happy than a day which is dedicated to just that!
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday Bakes // Dark Chocolate HobNobs
I have a theory about why HobNobs are such a popular biscuit in the UK. I think it all boils down to the fact that they are super sturdy and dunkable. They can withstand a lot of tea dunking, which is something us brits are known for!
Coupled with a thick layer of dark chocolate, these make for the perfect afternoon pick me up.
Monday, 16 November 2015
Sunday Bakes // Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies
I love love LOVE Sundays. The one day where it seems acceptable to do as little or as much as you wish.
There are lots of things I like to do on my lazy (or not so) Sundays. I like going out for a walk, spending a few hours reading, and watching some of my favourite TV shows. But most of all, I love spending the day baking.
Monday, 6 July 2015
All Natural Fudge Chocolate Squares
I don't know about you, but I can lose hours and hours searching Pinterest for exciting recipes. I have separate boards for a variety of courses, from drinks to veggie dishes. My favourite board to add to though has to be my baking/treat board.
On Sunday, James and I spent the day in the kitchen baking up some treats. All three recipes we followed came from Pinterest, it really is the greatest and most extensive cook book you could ever ask for!
Thursday, 21 May 2015
Healthy Chocolate Truffles
Chocolate is one of life's greatest and simplest little pleasures. Personally, I am a dark chocolate fan. I love the bitter taste and how it just melts in your mouth. Divine.
When I saw this recipe on Pinterest I was more than a little intrigued. I've always fancied making my own truffles, and these are the easiest to make ever. As an added bonus, they are made with minimal ingredients, and by using fat-free greek yoghurt they are a great healthier alternative to a traditional box of chocolates!
Wednesday, 20 May 2015
Carrot Cake Energy Bites
It has been an age since I last posted a recipe, and I thought it was high time I posted another. I decided to adapt a recipe I had pinned a few weeks back, clean eating carrot cake bites. My no bake snicker energy bites have become one of my favourite things to make, and they always receive rave reviews, so making a variation of these energy bites was a no brainer.
These are perfect to make to power you through a library session, the afternoon munchies and as a post workout energy boost.
To make a batch of carrot cake energy bites you will need:
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 flaked almonds
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/3 cup of smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
Tuesday, 17 March 2015
A Taste of Italy- Chilli Prawn Pasta*
* This is a collaborative 'Kale recipe' post with Florette *
Chilli Prawn Pasta is the perfect mid-week meal.
It is cheap, simple and packs a lot of flavour in very few ingredients, light on your tummy and your purse. I adapted this recipe from a delicious magazine one which is a tried and tested favourite of mine.
Saturday, 7 February 2015
A Taste of the Middle East- Tabbouleh
It is no secret that I am a massive middle eastern cuisine fan. Unfortunately, I have never been to any of the places where the dishes I love originate, therefore, my understanding of the dishes is based purely on recipes and restaurants I have visited in the UK (and a few dotted around Europe!).
My favourite part of Lebanese/Moroccan cuisine is mezze. I love picking and choosing what to eat, having a little bit of everything and sharing with all your friends and family. At which point I come to my tabbouleh. A fresh herby salad which pairs perfectly with an array of vegetarian and meat mezze dishes, and is perfect served with a dollop of hummus on top.
Thursday, 7 August 2014
Easy Everyday Granola
Granola is the holy grail of breakfast foods. Healthy, filling and speedy, it makes for a super breakfast to keep you going through the long morning ahead.
However, many shop bought granolas are high in sugar and have many unnecessary added ingredients, therefore a home made granola is the perfect answer. You can control what goes in, swap and change to suit any allergy requirements or food preferences (gluten free oats in place of regular oats etc).
As a student, cooking and baking on a budget takes priority. Many recipes I found online for home made granolas listed a number of obscure and expensive ingredients, therefore I adapted a few recipes to create a budget friendly, healthy, everyday granola. The main inspiration for my recipe is from Elizabeth Rider.
Raw Salsa
I am a huge fan salsa. A big dollop of chunky fiery salsa goes with almost anything. So, yesterday, I threw together a raw salsa from store cupboard ready ingredients.
My recipe is an adaptation of this one from the Hairy Bikers, whose Asian adventure I have been enjoying the last few nights on BBC2!
Salsa is such a versatile dish, you can dip corn chips in it, use it to top burgers or as a relish for your salad, the possibilities are endless.
Sunday, 27 July 2014
A Taste of Greece- Ultimate Summer Salad
Watermelons are one of the ultimate summer foods. Refreshing, cool and sweet, they always remind me of summer al fresco dining, and holidays on the beach in the scorching sun.
Although usually eaten alone or alongside other fruits in a summer fruit salad, watermelon also goes great as a savoury side, or light summer dinner. This watermelon salad is taken from an old Good Food magazine, and is so easy to create, it can be knocked up in a number of minutes.
Friday, 25 July 2014
No Bake Snicker Energy Bites
I love baking. But I tell you what I love more, making a delicious healthy bake-style snack without any baking involved.
Introducing my no bake energy bites.
Chocolatey and nutty, these little bites of deliciousness have got just what you need for a 11am or 4pm snack fix. Step away from the chocolate bar, this is the new go to snack. And whats better, they couldn't be easier to make!
Sunday, 20 July 2014
Healthy Banana & Date Loaf
Ah, Sunday mornings. Unless I've been out the night before, this is the time of the week I feel the most refreshed, relaxed and content. As I start my new job tomorrow (nervous pervous!), I thought I would relax and do some baking and food prep for the week ahead.
I started off with a healthy banana and date loaf as we had some over ripe bananas which needed using up, and what better way to use these delightful fruits than in a healthy loaf.
Wednesday, 9 July 2014
For The Love of Hummus
Hummus is one of those foods I don't think I could live without. The type of food that if I were stuck on a deserted island I would crave, long for and cry myself to sleep thinking about. Okay, I may be slightly over exaggerating, but you get the idea.
Despite this enormous love, I have never made my own. Until today. Molly and I decided to have a go, and I don't think we will ever look back!
We followed this BBC recipe roughly.
Friday, 27 June 2014
Monday, 14 April 2014
Easy Peasy Carrot & Cinnamon Cupcakes
The smell of freshly baked cupcakes is just heavenly. Add carrot and cinnamon and you've got an aroma made in heaven!
Now I am the first to admit, I am not the greatest baker. I have had more than one bake related disaster, which I won't detail as to not embarrass myself! Therefore, I can confirm these are the easiest cupcakes ever to make, even for the biggest beginner in the baking game. I have made them several times, and never had any disasters or issues at all.
The recipe is actually adapted from a tesco recipe, which is aimed at getting youngsters baking, that's why it is so easy! Don't be put off by the 'for kids' label, have you seen what those junior GBBO contestants can do?!
However, with it being the easter holidays this is the perfect recipe for keeping those little fingers busy, and they have the hidden benefit of a few veggies!
To make 6 large, or 9 medium cupcakes you will need;
125g carrots
100g caster sugar
75g margarine
100g plain flour
5ml cinnamon (about a tsp)
5ml baking powder (about a tsp)
1 large egg
60g sultanas
I adapted the recipe slightly, adding a little cream cheese frosting on top which you will need icing sugar, cream cheese and cinnamon for. I also topped them with 'cinnamon apple' pieces by Whitworths, available at Asda.
First things first, pre heat the oven to 180 degrees (Fan).
Assign the strongest person, or the most patient, to grate the carrots into a large bowl.
Add the sugar and margarine to the bowl, and mix it all together.
Sift in the flour, add the cinnamon and baking powder and keep on mixing (arm aching yet?!)
Whisk the egg in a separate bowl, then add it to the cake mixture along with the sultanas, and you got it, keep on mixing.
Now for the messy part, divide the mixture equally between your cupcake cases.
Place them on the middle shelf of the pre-heated oven for 15-20 minutes until they are golden on top.
Whilst they bake away, make up the cream cheese frosting. Tip the cream cheese in to a bowl, and slowly add the icing sugar, continuously mixing until you get the correct texture. Add a teaspoon or two of cinnamon, depending on taste.
Refrigerate the frosting to allow it to harden.
Remove those baking hot goods from the oven, carefully remove from the tray and allow to cool.
You can either leave them as they are, or decorate with the frosting and any goodies you wish.
Enjoy, and remember, every expert was once a beginner.
Rosie
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Tuesday, 19 November 2013
Guilt Free Pizza
Sometimes you just fancy eating something which is very naughty for you. We have all been there, a tub of Ben and Jerrys with a spoon as our weapon of choice.
But what if I told you, you can have something which looks and tastes naughty but in fact is unbelievably healthy, and therefore, not naughty but nice.
Monday, 4 November 2013
Skinny Vegetarian Burger & Fries
Meat Free Mondays is now officially my favourite food day of the week, taking over from Roast Sundays, which are on hold whilst I'm at University!
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