So many different versions of Minestrone – and over the years I have tweaked and tweaked it to perfection. From family versions, to granny and beyond. Now, here is a consolidation of decades of this thick soup. Rich, hearty and healthy. My own authentic version, incorporating a couple of superfood […]
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Golden Vegan Gluten Free Rice Balls – Arancini
Makes approximately 12 balls I simply used to adore arancini. Here we have a fusion of Italian, Greek and Indian – the result, very moreish and tasty savoury balls, absolutely delicious, and they’re gluten free . . . this recipe is therefore dedicated to my dear friend Caroline Rodo ! […]
Cauliflower Mushroom Mac and Cheese
This is no ordinary cauliflower cheese, but a delicious dish I created where Cauliflower Cheese meets Mac and Cheese. They get married and have a baby called ‘more-ish’, which simply grows on you, as the term implies. The addition of the mushrooms raises its flavour to a level above either of those two dishes by themselves. Make, bake and […]
Portobello Mushroom Bolognese
I had 3 packed portobello mushrooms in my fridge, and I wasn’t going to pulp them up into burgers, or sauté them, or add them as part of a meal. No, these 3 beauties begged to be made into something bigger and better than just that, and so this recipe […]
Quick Creamy Pesto
When you’re short of time, this quick creamy pesto will come to the rescue. Absolutely delicious and full of flavour, and just takes minutes to prepare ! A family favourite, and this time I used wholewheat pasta, for that extra bite, texture and fibre benefits ! Serves 3-4 INGREDIENTS1 cup basil leaves¼ cup good quality […]