I used to absolutely hate oatmeal when I was a kid - but then again what kid would choose oatmeal over a big bowl of sugary cereal, right? I've come to appreciate it more and more over the years (fiber! protein!) and I've been really enjoying it as a bake. As you might have picked … Continue reading chocolate cherry protein oatmeal bake
my vegan pantry: what’s miso?
I bet you've come across an amazing looking vegan dish, only to find out you haven't got a damn clue what they're talking about down in the recipe description. Fear not, my vegan food loving friend! I'm here to explain what these mysterious ingredients are, how you can use them and where you can get … Continue reading my vegan pantry: what’s miso?
my christmas menu
Yay, it's christmas time! I wanted to make things easier for me and do a complete test cooking of my christmas menu, so I wouldn't be stressing out on the actual holiday. I'm so glad I did because some of these dishes did not go as planned the first time around - and some recipes … Continue reading my christmas menu
vegan chocolate orange tarts
The hardest thing for me to decide on while making my christmas menu, was choosing what to make for dessert. I was playing with the idea of making this over the top black forest gateau, but then I remembered how much other dishes I needed to cook and quickly changed my mind. So I came … Continue reading vegan chocolate orange tarts
maple glazed carrots & crispy lemon broccoli
It's the holidays but that doens't mean we don't have to eat our veggies, right? These side dishes will compliment any roast dinner I think, and they bring a nice pop of colour to the table. And yes I went all out and bought the fancy multi coloured carrots because it's christmas and I don't … Continue reading maple glazed carrots & crispy lemon broccoli
hasselback potatoes with herbs
Omg yes potatoes. No roast dinner a real roast dinner without the company of a good potato. I don't really care in what form, it can be mash, or a nice classic kroketje, but I really like these fancy hasselback potatoes! You honestly don't need a slather these in gravy because they're already so good … Continue reading hasselback potatoes with herbs
vegan christmas wellington
I love a good Wellington roast, but I only make it a few times a year. That makes it extra special though, so I don't mind putting in the extra work. This is a seitan roast with gorgeous festive spices, wrapped in a buttery blanket of puff pastry. I used Gaz Oakley's Epic Christmas Roast … Continue reading vegan christmas wellington
porchini & walnut mini quiches with cranberry sauce
I really wanted to make a fancy gourmet type of appetizer for Christmas this year - one that looks like it was invented in the fifties and looks questionable but tastes pretty amazing - and I think I did it! We always used to have simple mini toasts with some sort of meaty spread on … Continue reading porchini & walnut mini quiches with cranberry sauce
spinach & mushroom vegan frittata
I used to have my trusty oatmeal or granola for breakfast every weekday morning. But since I'm trying to cut down on my carb intake, I had to find something else that would keep me full until lunch time. And then I found my new favorite thing. Not only is this frittata healthy, but it's … Continue reading spinach & mushroom vegan frittata
mustard & thyme leek soup
Woop woop, another soup. With the temperatures dropping, soup is all I want. I love all these ingredients and flavors separately, so I was excited to find out how they'd work together - and it totally delivered. This is one of those thick soups that'll keep you full for a while - so it's perfect … Continue reading mustard & thyme leek soup
