Recipes
Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast
Set the slow cooked in the morning and don’t think about it again until lunch or dinner time! Sounds like the perfect Christmas meat to me! Servings: 12 Ingredients • 1 small sweet onion, peeled and quartered • 2 large carrots, chopped in half • 2 stalks celery, chopped in halves • 1.5 cups chicken…
Read MoreCandy Cane Bark
A super easy and healthy-ish Christmas treat! CANDY CANE BARK Serves: 4-6 Ingredients: 400g dark chocolate (at least 70% cacao) 55g crushed candy canes (about 1/4 cup) Instructions: Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place a heatproof bowl over a saucepan with a little water in the bottom (but not enough so that it…
Read MoreHealthy Guacamole Recipe
Healthy fats are integral to our brain function, assist in keeping mood stable, help to keep us satisfied and fuller for longer and they taste great! Who can beat a good guac recipe?! Perfect on toast with eggs for breakfast, as a dip when entertaining or as a side for tacos or burritos! Healthy Guacamole…
Read MoreBeef Masala Fathers Day Recipe
Fathers Day is just around the corner. What better way to show our affection then to whip up a yummy lunch (or dinner)?! Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 onion, quartered 2 tbsp. tomato puree 2 tbsp. oil 2 tbsp. cream 1 tsp salt 480g beef, diced 1 lime, juiced 1 chilli, deseeded and chopped 1 tsp…
Read MoreEASY SATAY CHICKEN RECIPE
An easy, nutritious meal you can make ahead and freeze in portions. Contains protein, good fats, healthy carbohydrates and lots of veggies giving you a well balanced, delicious meal. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 500g chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces 1 tbsp. coconut oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 3/4 cup crunchy peanut butter ½ cup…
Read MoreIMMUNE BOOSTING VEGETABLE CURRY
Try this delicious curry to give your immune system a boost. You can swap the veggies for anything you have in your fridge and even add chicken or beef for the meat eaters in the family. (Serves 4 – 6) Ingredients 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tablespoon dried coriander 1 teaspoon dried umin 2 teaspoons…
Read MoreEasy Meals Ideas For Pandemic Events
Never thought I would write that headline! Can you believe what is going on right now? I cannot. Amongst the worry of the virus we also have to deal with panic grocery shopping and the unavailability of some foods (and toilet paper!). Combine this with the possibility of not leaving the house for a few…
Read MoreAMAZING ANZAC BIKKIES
You can’t beat an Anzac biscuit – I like crispy but hubby likes chewy – what a dilemma. Did you know if you just remove some earlier they will become the chewy ones and the ones you cook a little longer will crisp up? Everyone’s happy now! I adore this healthy version that is still…
Read MoreHome Made Easter Chocolate Recipe
Why not make your own chocolate this Easter? It’s healthier and can be a fun activity if you have kids or even for yourself! Considering we are also being encouraged to stay in doors at the moment it is also something to keep you occupied and prevent you from having to go Easter egg shopping!…
Read MoreQuick and Easy Dinner Options
As we age nutrition become more critical to keep us healthy, active and help us achieve a quality of life. Unfortunately, this is also the time we struggle to cook for ourselves, are eating alone, have decreased appetite or lose interest in preparing meals. Here are a few easy suggestions to throw together to…
Read MoreRecipe: Maple Roast Pork and Veg!
Treat mum to a delicious roast lunch or dinner this Mother’s Day! Recipe from: www.taste.com.au Ingredients: 2kg easy carve pork leg roast, scored at 1 cm intervals 1/3 cup olive oil 3 tsp. sea salt 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 garlic clove, crushed 250g sweet potato, peeled, cut into large chunks 250g…
Read MoreRecipe – Healthy Easter Treat!
A quick, easy and healthy treat to whip up this Easter. Crispy Quinoa & Cashew Clusters Ingredients 1tbsp coconut oil ½cup quinoa, rinsed ½cup salted cashews, chopped 2 tbsp cranberries 1tsp sea salt 1/4tsp chilli powder (optional) 100g70% Dark Chocolate Instructions Line a baking sheet with baking paper and set aside. Heat a frypan to medium heat. Add coconut oil and…
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