Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, egg-free and nut-free What I miss about being both gluten-free and vegan is the lack of snack -type food available in Delis and pastry shops. They do have on sale vegan or gluten-free savoury pasties and pastries but very rarely can I purchase something that is both. I must admit I get … Read more
I am always looking to come up with recipes for lunchtimes, picnics or for buffets. I am a carb lover and love a pastry-based treat occasionally. The summertime is full of plump, ripe, and juicy tomatoes. This time of the year locally grown tomatoes are at their utmost best. I spent many happy days of … Read more
I was blown away when I started cooking with king oyster mushrooms. I cannot tell you what pulled pork tastes like as I have never eaten it. I just knew I wanted something different and filling in my tacos. I wanted to share taco nights with the rest of the family, without adding meat substitutes. … Read more
There is a reason why we love soup come the Autumn months, this is because it is a great big hug in a bowl. It is also very portable. Easy to decant into a thermos for work or to warm and sustain you on a chilly walk. Light enough for a lunchtime snack or by … Read more
Soup sometimes can seem a little boring, but these warm little hugs in a bowl have a time and a place. Although this simple soup is really quick to cook, it is also hearty, healthy, budget-friendly and very filling Red Lentils are not as high in fibre as other legumes, they do though contain plenty … Read more
I must admit I am more of a savoury than sweet person, I also love pastry. This tart though is lovely and light and perfect eaten hot or cold. This makes it a great addition for picnics, barbeques and gatherings. It is a great standby lunch enjoyed with a big salad. Quick and easyCheesyFlakyPortableZestyFlavourfulGluten-free and … Read more
The flavour base of this soup is a Mirepoix, a selection of chopped vegetables that usually consists of celery, onion and carrots. It is the start of many good casseroles, soups, ragu sauces and stews. In my mind, nothing beats a tasty and well-made soup. It is a great way to consume plenty of nourishing … Read more
Two of my favourite ingredients to work with are pesto and tofu, mainly because there are so many ways to use both and I love the taste. In my mind the best way to prepare tofu is to freeze it beforehand, it changes the texture of tofu completely. If you are planning to marinate it, … Read more
Preparation Time 20 Minutes plus 30 Minutes for chilling pastryBaking Time 25 MinutesMakes 4 Vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, nut-free and dairy-free There are sometimes for me, that I crave a pasty. Living here in the Westcountry we are known for our delicious pasties. It is that crispy pastry crust filled with a perfectly seasoned soft hot … Read more
Serves 4Preparation Time 25 MinutesCooking Time 30 Minutes Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free I have been cooking plaits before my children were born, over 38 years ago. Every Christmas, buffet, party or family gathering, that's a lot of plaits. Back then they were neither vegan nor gluten-free, although a lot were vegetarian. My favourite has … Read more
Preparation TimeCooking Time 45 MinutesServes 2-4 Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free and egg-free This recipe is a sure-fire winner and a great way to ramp up the flavour profile of the rather bland and humble cauliflower. Forget the overcooked version of this vegetable we have probably all been served at one point in our life. We … Read more
Edit Project Switch to draftPreview(opens in a new tab)UpdateAdd title Preparation TimeCooking TimeServes 4 Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free When the body needs warming from the winter chills or just when you want a hug from the inside. For me, nothing beats a steaming bowl of homemade soup. This is a quick soup but never the … Read more
Preparation Time 15 MinutesBaking Time 15-20 MinutesMakes 8 fingers or 16 large nuggets Vegan, Gluten-free, and Dairy-free I feel that I have learned so much about tofu and how versatile and delicious it can be in the last two years. This recipe came out of my love of lemon and thyme combinations. These are great … Read more
Pasta for me and so many others is the ultimate comfort food. Lovely dishes can be made surprisingly quickly. If I need a dish in a hurry then it is always pasta with pesto. This dish takes that a little step forward with the addition of mushrooms and vegan cream. You need to make sure … Read more
Preparation Time 15 MinutesCooking Time 35 Minutes Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and nut-free Hummus grew on me very slowly, one minute I could not imagine eating it then the next it was my go-to snack. Sometimes being a coeliac vegan can be extremely hard, especially on a day out or on the road. If a … Read more
Preparation Time 10 MinutesCooking Time 35 MinutesMakes 8-10 I love sides and I especially love sides that make good brunch dishes. I have never liked the uniformly shaped frozen hash browns that you can buy. For me hash browns should be more than just potato, they should be made from an interesting array of vegetables … Read more
Preparation Time 30 MinutesCooking Time20-25 MinutesServes 4 Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Nut-free This is a lovely light lunch and delicious with a fresh green salad, after the excess of the festive season, this feels so nice. This works for me, as it is very east to as I play around with the flavours and the range … Read more
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free Preparation Time 30 MinutesCooking Time 20-25 MinutesServes 4-6 Depending on the size We are very proud of our Devonshire or Cornish pasties. They are one the biggest food traditions of the Westcountry, steeped in history. A one time perfect hearty lunch for miners, the deep crust providing a perfect handhold. I … Read more
Preparation Time 15 MinutesCooking time Approx 10 MinutesMakes 12 small fritters Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten -free, Dairy-free, Nut-free I was at a loss as what new savoury item I could up with for the blog. I wanted something I could have for lunch or a snack. Looking through the ingredients I had, I noticed that I … Read more
Makes 24-26 falafelsPreparation Time 15 Minutes, plus soaking and chillingCooking Time deep fried 5 Minutes25-30 Minutes oven bakes Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, egg-free, dairy-free Before I became a vegan I had never touched a falafel. I considered them a kind of hippy food, how misguided I was. Becoming a vegan has opened my eyes and … Read more
