I get really excited when the monthly Recipe Redux themes fit into what I already love to cook and the current theme for “Fantastic Freezer Meals” is suiting me to a tee. Why? Simmering a big batch of stew on the stove top is so rewarding when you know you’ll get to enjoy it several times over! I’ve actually got about five different freezer recipes stockpiled in …
How to Dehydrate Bay Leaves
Until recently I didn’t really have a need to dehydrate bay leaves as I had a bay tree in the backyard. More like a baby shrub really, in a large terracotta pot. Bay is probably my all-time favourite herb and it gets the most mileage out of any herb or spice in our kitchen. Then, as often happens in my …
9 Energy Balls You Need To Get In Your Gob
Why Should You Eat Energy Balls? Call them what you may – energy ball, bliss ball, protein ball, power orb, energy bite – these wholefood nut, seed and fruit snacks are a great choice for on-the-go snacking or a healthier after dinner delight. Whether you’re after an afternoon pick-me-up or some pre or post-workout fuel, everyone loves to chow down on a …
Recipe Redux: Roasted Capsicum Soup with Kale, Barley & White Beans
I’m two days into a new job this week and I am loving it. I spent my last post discussing my recent health issues and then this week is a total turnaround. I’ve had absolutely no joint pain since I started working at my local health food store, something I’ve attributed to being a much less physical role. I’m sure it also …
Recipe Redux: Black Bean Chilli Pot Pie with Cumin Sweet Potato Crust
Yay, it’s Recipe Redux time! It’s been ages since I was part of the healthy recipe sharing project and it’s really excited to be all joined up and participating again. It’s always a joy to check out the mouth-watering links from dieticians, nutritionists and healthy food bloggers and after a break from this recipe sharing club I’m glad I’ve got more …
Product Review: Restaurantware Eco Friendly Tablewear + Beetroot, Sweet Potato & Chickpea Salad with Herbed Yoghurt Dressing + Berry-Beet Rooibos Smoothie
One of my favourite things about having a food blog (besides eating and writing about food) is buying food props. and nothing makes me happier than a thrift store or second-hand market buy that allows me to recycle and reuse homewares that would otherwise be thrown away. That’s why I was really exciting to receive my package from the lovely …