Macadamia Brownies

pennybenjaminNourish, Snacks, Sweets

macadamia brownies

Impress your friends’, colleagues’ and gym buddies’ tastebuds with these protein macadamia brownies! When macadamias are in season then there’s no better way to take advantage. But at other times of year then you can use walnuts, almonds, pecans, or even some fresh fruit. Recipe Type: GF, DF Serves 12 brownies Time  45min Ingredients: Wet 3 eggs 1 cup pumpkin puree (steamed … Read More

Carob Orange Protein Balls

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Carob Orange

Impress your friends’, colleagues’ and gym buddies’ tastebuds with these high protein Carob Orange Bliss Balls! They’re basically like a Jaffa flavour but use Carob instead of Cacao. This makes them free from caffeine, plus as Carob is naturally very sweet in flavour no further sweetening ingredient is required! If you like this recipe, check out some more of my … Read More

Protein Brownies With Tahini and Figs

pennybenjaminNourish, Snacks, Sweets

protein brownies

Impress your friends’, colleagues’ and gym buddies’ tastebuds with these high protein brownies! When figs are in season then use those with some swirled tahini. But at other times of year then you can use orange for a jaffa flavour, or some strawberries and peanut butter instead of the tahini. Recipe Type: GF, DFO Serves 12 brownies Time  45min Ingredients: … Read More

Miso Chicken Stir-Fry

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Miso Chicken

Don’t know what to do with your beautiful Sunshine Organic Miso? The majority of people I spoke to today at Sherwood Road Organic Meats – while dishing up this delicious Miso Chicken Stir-Fry – had only ever used Miso paste in soups and broths (if at all)! But did you know Miso paste is so much more versatile! Due to … Read More

Okonomiyaki (Japanese Cabbage Pancake)

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okonomiyaki

Another meat-free Monday is SORTED, thanks to this tasty recipe for Okonomiyaki! Okonomiyaki is a Japanese dish that is basically a big cabbage pancake (or fritter). I love to add mushrooms and spring onions as well and top with some miso baked veggies and/or bacon (obviously not meat free then). If you like this then check out my Spicy Whole … Read More

Sourdough Rye Bread

pennybenjaminBaked Goods, Breakfasts, Main Meals, Nourish, Snacks, Sweets

sourdough

Since the COVID-19 isolation situation has been underway I, like many others, have taken to mastering the art of sourdough bread! But, why Sourdough? Why make sourdough bread over other breads that, in all fairness, are less time-comsuming to make? I did a little research (1, 2) and found that compared to breads prepared using fast-acting (bakers/dried) yeast, breads made … Read More

Christmas Pudding Bliss Balls

pennybenjaminNourish, Snacks, Sweets

Impress your friends’ and colleagues’ tastebuds this festive season with these divine, yet nutritious, Christmas Pudding Bliss Balls. Recipe Type: GF, DF, RSF, Paleo, Vegan Serves 12 Bliss Balls Time  45min Ingredients: 1 C mixed nuts (pecans, almonds and walnuts are delicious) 1/2 C mixed dried fruit (prunes, raisins etc) Juice and zest of 1/2 orange 1 T brandy optional 1 t … Read More

Miso-honey Glazed Chicken (or tofu)

pennybenjaminMain Meals, Nourish, Sauces, Dressings and Condiments

Miso chicken

I’ve been having a real craving for asian-inspired flavours and foods lately. Plus I found this gorgeous organic brown rice miso paste at Sherwood Rd Organic Meats so have been enjoying experimenting with that. So today, I bring you a simple yet delicious dinner for one which can be easily scaled up for 2 or more, and made vegan as … Read More

Lamb Kofta

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Lamb Kofta

Not many people know this, but one of my first jobs (that I held for over 3 years during high school) was at our local kebab shop in Stafford! For me it was a wonderful experience working for, and with, a lovely Turkish family and gaining a sincere introduction to Middle-Eastern cuisine. Falafels are still one of my favourite foods … Read More

Cabbage ‘Steak’

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cabbage steak

Your next meat-free Monday is SORTED, thanks to this tasty recipe for Cabbage ‘Steak’! It’s really a very simple concept that I love to do for an easy vegetarian meal. I’ll have this regularly but change up the other vegetables/herbs/spices that I use to totally transform the dish! If you like this then check out my Spicy Whole Baked Cauliflower! … Read More