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recipes + wellness
Blueberry Lemon Glazed Scones was one of the most popular recipes on my website I lost towards the end of 2024, so of course I had to share the recipe on my this, my new site. Just a few things when making scones to keep in mind: they need a soft hand, don’t over-mix the […]
A crumble is one of the simplest desserts to make, and it’s a wonderful way to use whatever fruit is in season. For me, the secret to a truly satisfying crumble is getting the balance just right between juicy fruit and a generous, crisp topping. This recipe has been tested in both a 9-inch (23 […]
How to make really good naan… it’s easier than you think. Homemade naan is soft, fluffy, chewy, freezes well, and doesn’t contain any the unwanted preservatives added to supermarket naan. When making any bread, it is always best to start with a little less flour and add it as needed as flour is different the […]
This pumpkin brownies recipe is gluten-free, sugar-free and so simple to make. The pumpkin and pure maple syrup help to sweeten the brownie and add to its fudginess. It’s rich enough you only need a small slice with a cup of tea or coffee to satisfy that mid-afternoon sweet craving. Cut the brownie into individual […]
Just in time for the holiday season Pumpkin Ginger Brûlée Tart. A twist on the standard pumpkin pie: a light and creamy spiced pumpkin filling encased in a ginger nut cookie crust with the classic burnt sugar shattering top. A festive dessert suitable for novices & gourmands.
This moist, dense cake is perfect for a birthday celebration & can be made a couple of days ahead of time. It will also freeze either with the icing or without.
Muffins are usual best served fresh on the day they’re made. These Pear, Pecan & Sour Cream Muffins with Cinnamon Glaze are so moist & delicious & be frozen to be enjoyed later. I zap them in the microwave for 40 seconds from frozen. I like to use the large muffin liners so you can […]
Serve these delicious apricot honey ricotta pastries for breakfast/brunch or for dessert with ice cream. Apricots are the least used stone fruits during the summer months. When perfectly ripe they’re excellent for sweet or savory recipes thanks to their sweet yet tart flavor. They’re perfect for baking as they don’t purge juice like their flashier […]
Decadent dark chocolate brownies topped with fresh, tart raspberries & white chocolate. This is a perfect recipe to serve a crowd or to make ahead of time. Brownies will freeze or cover very well in plastic wrap & foil (to prevent fridge smells being absorbed) & store in the fridge up to five days – […]
Lemon-Glazed Zucchini Walnut Muffins are perfect if you’re looking for some recipes to make use of the abundance of zucchini at this time of year. Muffins are one of the easiest things to bake & the flavor combinations are endless. I make a batch with whatever I have on hand – currently it’s zucchini, then […]
This Italian Cherry & Almond Tart with its buttery, flaky pastry, dark, squidgy cherries & light frangipane filling is a cert to wow the masses & a good way to use up some of the abundance of seasonal cherries. This dessert became one of my old site’s most popular recipes. And with good reason: serve […]
If you’re cooking with peaches, whether baking or a savory recipe, chances are you’re going to need to peel the peaches first. You’ll also need to do this if you’re freezing peaches. You’ll want the peaches to be ripe, perfectly ripe. Make a small X on the bottom (not the stem end) of each peach. […]
