As we move into the holidays, with social and family meets. I thought I would send out a few tips on how to keep your plate and yourself balanced. I was asked to contribute to an article by the lovely Cam Hayes from Rent.com. I will post the link to the full article at the …
‘Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive’ I was recently invited to a cookie party. My first one. It called for all bakers to bring their signature cookie to the table and swap cookies and …
‘Bake the world a better place’ More easy and wholesome cookies for the holidays. This one is an oat-based cookie and so a good grab and go for breakfast. It is also nut free. It holds its shape and texture when cool and lasts a while, if in the fridge. It’s a great way of …
‘Something scattered or sprinkled’ – Streusel definition You normally associate a streusel topping with baking, it is the crumb that is scattered on a pie or bread. From my experience it is one of the most delicious and coveted part of the baked good. I don’t have a sweet tooth, so I was pleasantly surprised …
‘Greek cuisine: a love affair between taste and tradition’ This is a classic Greek recipe, consisting of giant beans baked in tomato sauce with plenty of herbs. It has a little bit of process to it, but it is well worth the investment. First you cook the dried beans, then the sauce, then you combine …
‘Cooking is the ultimate giving’
‘For happy health, fuel yourself with greens and dreams’ Tatsoi is labelled, vitamin green for its nutrient profile. It is high in calcium and vitamin C as well as folate and iron. The taste is in-between Bok Choy and spinach, and it cooks quickly. Some recipes call for blanching and ice bathing before stir frying, …
‘Everyone wants to pick the fruit, but first you must plant the tree’ This is a delicious compote. It can be eaten with oatmeal, yogurt, with cheese or on its own. It can be made with any stone fruit and is good for when you buy a large yield and it’s too hot to keep …
‘Rub, smoke, repeat’ I love grilling, especially vegetables. You can change the texture and taste considerably and most vegetables stand up well on the grill. Eggplants are one vegetable that to me taste better once grilled. It is easier to apply the high temperatures you need to get them to soften and cook all the …
‘Keep your face towards the sunshine – and the shadows will fall behind you’ This is a simple, delicious recipe. You can make it as a popsicle, sorbet or a smoothie. It’s sweet and the zucchini is so mild that you won’t taste it. It’s a great way of getting veggies into your little in …
