Dates and bananas seem to feature a lot in my sweet recipes, I think because bananas are a fantastic substitute in an egg-free cake and dates are such an excellent sweetener when baking without sugar. This cake recipe is the perfect way to play to the strengths of both of these delicious ingredients. Not only do they make a winning taste combination, but despite this … Continue reading Sticky Sugar-free Date & Banana Cake
Takeaways and restaurants are often tricky if you have allergies, and when it comes to soya sensitivity, the entire Chinese cuisine can pretty much be ruled out. This is such a shame as there are so many amazing dishes that I would love to introduce my son to. He’s a real foodie and would absolutely love the variety of flavours and taste sensations that Chinese … Continue reading Soya Free Chicken Fried Rice
Chocolate crispy cakes are a necessity for Easter and we try and make at least one batch every year. Even though they’re so simple to create, there are so many different recipes out there that it can be hard to choose. Golden syrup and cocoa, marshmallows, melted chocolate, which one do you like best? While we do love the variety made with real chocolate, when … Continue reading Dairy Free Chocolate Crispy Cakes
I’ve long been a fan of rich flavours, from desserts to dinners, creamy options will always be my first choice. This is why leek and potato soup is one of my top favourites. With its silky texture and savoury taste, it ticks all my boxes plus, it’s such a hearty soup it can easily be a main meal. Since the creaminess is one of the … Continue reading Creamy, Dairy-Free Leek and Potato Soup
Pancakes are probably our number one breakfast food, but with an egg allergy to consider, perfecting a foolproof end result took a little trial and error. However, as usual, simplicity is the best method and this delicious recipe uses only three ingredients and takes minutes to prepare. The finished pancakes are deliciously light and fluffy and the perfect base for all manner of toppings. What … Continue reading The Best Egg and Dairy Free Pancakes Ever!
Pea and mint is one of my favourite flavour combinations, the fresh, zesty tastes perfectly encapsulate springtime for me, and during this freezing weather, gazing at daffodils and dreaming about spring arriving seems like an excellent use of time. But, while it is still cold, cosy food is definitely called for, so this risotto is an excellent way to embrace winter too. We added some … Continue reading Perfect Pea & Mint Risotto
When I started making packed lunches I naively hoped to be the kind of mother who lovingly shapes their offspring’s sandwiches into dinosaurs and creates works of art from a few pieces of carrot and pepper, however the reality is quite different. When scrabbling around an empty fridge minutes before you need to run out of the door, food sculptures aren’t really top of the … Continue reading Decadent Dairy Free Banana Cake
I would love to be one of those people who arrives for things five minutes early, has a wonderfully tidy home and an efficient weekly meal plan with a fully-stocked fridge to facilitate this, however, I am not. So, on a cold Monday evening when the only fresh food in my fridge was a few sticks of celery all I can say is, “thank goodness … Continue reading Lovely Lentil Curry
If I had to choose a favourite bean it would definitely be the butter bean. I love the creamy texture, subtle taste and the versatility of this humble legume. It lends itself perfectly to so many dishes, from Mediterranean stews, to summery salads and even houmous. Today we incorporated them into a Mexican inspired dinner and made butter bean enchiladas, delicious! We topped ours with … Continue reading Vegan Butterbean Enchiladas
You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen, but do you know Cupcake and Frosting and Cherry and Chocolate? These tasty little fellows are the latest reindeer to join Santa’s team and they’ll bring Christmas spirit to anyone who…eats them! This is such a fun cupcake and the perfect recipe for those just starting out with decorating as it’s a very forgiving design. Children … Continue reading Cute Dairy Free Reindeer Cupcakes
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