The Veggie Mama
Remember the other day on Facebook I mentioned Abby finally ate something for dinner other than a sandwich? I was ecstatic. After almost a year of sandwiches, cereal or yogurt for dinner (and not much variety at other times of the day either, despite my repeated offerings of everything from apples … [Read more...]
It's so hilarious to think of how much I would have loathed the idea of this dish as a kid. I mean, the cheese sauce and pasta, all good - but roasted tomatoes and spinach? Bleurgh. Well, I've come a long way, baby! It's a rare day indeed I don't have a packet of frozen spinach in the freezer for … [Read more...]
I can't get enough of quinoa lately - especially since I find it easier to cook and more versatile (and packs more of a nutrient punch) than cous cous. And since I'm trying to choose more wholefoods than processed options, it's lent itself to fritters, patties and burgers so well. I always have a … [Read more...]
I'm baaaaaaack! I hope you read that in a Carol Anne/Poltergeist voice. I ain't in your TV, but I'm in your computer, telling you that you need to eat some sushi. Every time I go overseas, I end up craving something weird toward the end. And even though we ate like kings in New Zealand, and … [Read more...]
Hello lunch. You look so delightful. And pumpkiny. I like you a lot. And bread! Who is the heathen who would do soup without bread? Begone with you. There are laws in the universe, and "soup must always be accompanied by bread" is one of them. Don't mess with universe laws, man. You stay … [Read more...]
Laksa is one of the greatest things on Earth. I get disproportionately excited when it's mentioned, and I have spent many hours in the kitchen trying to hone my craft. I have conceded it will never be as good as a proper authentic one, but it suits my needs perfectly. The thing that makes me sob … [Read more...]
When I was in the last few months of pregnancy with Pepper, I made quite a few dishes to stash in the freezer for busy nights. Christie from Fig and Cherry really gave me the idea when we had a playdate one day, and she'd brought along a frozen red curry for me. I hadn't bothered to cook like this … [Read more...]
It's getting cooler! I can put the oven on in the evenings! Although you will still mostly find me out at the grill. There has been quite a bit of rain lately, and it means the cooler evenings are even more so than usual. I feel as though I've been too busy to enjoy summer this year (and Pepper is … [Read more...]
Happy Monday morning guys! So sorry this post is late, the blog’s server decided to have a tantrum. Maybe it doesn’t like Mondays either? Thank you too for all who read and left such lovely comments on my Remarkables news – I am thrilled and so humbled by the support of my friends. … [Read more...]
Wow, another Monday. That rolled around quick! And Februrary already. Whoever is fast-forwarding my days, stop it this instant. Anyhow, today is another super-easy, super-fast dinner for hot days... and as always, customisable for your own crew. It does require you to make the polenta in advance … [Read more...]
I know what you're thinking. OMG COOKED LETTUCE, WTF. I know. I thought that too. And I have never eaten it before yesterday. But I have an abundance of lettuce and there's so many leaves you can put in smoothies every day. I get a lettuce delivered every week in my organics box, and I have … [Read more...]
I'm not gonna lie, being a latecomer to quinoa I was sort of just stuck in the idea that it had to be savoury or nothing. I made salad and burgers, kid "meatballs" and side dishes, but I was so wary of sweet dishes. I see people having quinoa like porridge or cereal and I was scared, yo. Like I … [Read more...]
Ok, this recipe doesn't make any sense at all. It has the weirdest combination of ingredients, but it works so well! It just kept evolving as I was thinking about it, and there was a bunch of stuff I needed to use in the fridge, and at the last minute, the mushrooms were singing me a beguiling … [Read more...]
This was something I created a little while back with Gourmet Garden. It's no secret I adore haloumi, and with a minty dressing, I'd just about do anything for anyone. The roasted tomatoes are a little change from fresh, but work so well with the ingredient combination, and I like to … [Read more...]
Pin ItSometimes it's difficult for me to branch out and try different toppings on my homemade pizzas, as my usual veggie standard is pretty hard to beat! But one combination that always drags me out of my comfort zone is salty + sweet - put caramelised onions and a sharp cheese on a pizza and I'm … [Read more...]
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