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Mogs Mousakka recipe

Charlotte McMillan 2 April, 2020 Tags: aubergines, moussaka, vegetables No Comments Categories: Gluten Free, Lunch, Nut Free, Recipes, Savoury, Supper, Vegetarian

Growing up next door to an Anglo-Greek family, I remember going around to their house with my mum on Mousakka Day’. My mum had a lesson in how to make it and then set about growing her own aubergines in the greenhouse. This is perfect comfort food, ideal for

Chocolate Banana Spread recipe

Charlotte McMillan 27 January, 2020 Tags: banana, chocolate, fruit, spread, store cupboard No Comments Categories: Breakfast, Cakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Pudding, Recipes, Sweet, Vegan, Vegetarian

This is as nutritious as it is delicious. Try it spread on toast, as a dip, or in a cheesecake. You can also make decadent truffles with it (see the tip below). This recipe is taken from Honeybuns All Day Cook Book by Emma Goss-Custard. Chocolate Banana Spread tastes absolutely delicious in

Real Gingerbread Men recipe

Charlotte McMillan 2 December, 2019 Tags: Christmas, cookies, teatime No Comments Categories: Cakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Imported, Nut Free, Recipes, Sweet, Vegetarian

Inspired by an old Lebkuchen recipe, we ramped up the spices resulting in gingerbread men with a little bit of attitude.

Chocolate, Orange and Cardamom Biscotti

Charlotte McMillan 7 November, 2019 Tags: biscotti, chocolate, Christmas, freefrom, teatime No Comments Categories: Cakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Recipes, Sweet, Vegetarian

These biscotti are nothing like their dry, pre-wrapped coffee shop cousins. After dunking in a hot beverage, these home made versions become brownie-like in consistency and even more delicious.

Seeded Loaf with Aubergine Spread

Charlotte McMillan 30 July, 2019 Tags: aubergine, bread, dips, easy recipe, healthy, store cupboard, vegetables No Comments Categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Lunch, Nut Free, Recipes, Savoury, Supper, Vegetarian

This is a beautifully soft bread, packed to the rafters with seeds. It slices well and can be used for sandwiches or toast. We’ve kept the flavour neutral, so you can pair it with robust, full on toppings. You can add herbs, spices or roasted vegetables to the dough if

Flavour packed and super simple ‘peasto’ recipe

Charlotte McMillan 10 July, 2019 Tags: dips, easy recipe, healthy, peas, store cupboard, vegetables No Comments Categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Lunch, Nut Free, Recipes, Savoury, Sweet, Vegan, Vegetarian

We’ve departed from the traditional definitions of pesto by embracing different combinations of vegetables and fruit.

Blackcurrant and Elderflower Cakelets

Charlotte McMillan 15 May, 2019 Tags: cup cakes, fruit, muffin, teatime No Comments Categories: Cakes, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Recipes, Sweet, Vegetarian

Neither a cup cake nor a muffin; these little flat top cakelets are delectably different. Perfect for a summer tea break in the garden.

Gnocchi, Cheese & Tomato Bake recipe

Charlotte McMillan 21 February, 2019 Tags: easy recipe, store cupboard, vegetable No Comments Categories: Gluten Free, Lunch, Nut Free, Recipes, Savoury, Supper, Vegetarian

This is a really great supper dish. We use King Edward potatoes for a lovely smooth textured gnocchi.

Charlotte’s Tomato Sauce

Charlotte McMillan 22 January, 2019 Tags: dip, easy recipe, store cupboard, tomatoes No Comments Categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Recipes, Savoury, Vegan, Vegetarian

This is a full flavoured, sugar free alternative to shop bought pasta sauces. Use with rice, added to soups, or as a dip. Try adding chopped fresh oregano, thyme and/or basil if you have them to hand.

Spicy Bean Balls with spaghetti & Charlotte’s Tomato Sauce

Charlotte McMillan 22 January, 2019 Tags: easy recipe, healthy, tomatoes, vegetable No Comments Categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Recipes, Savoury, Supper, Vegan, Vegetarian

The spicy bean balls and tomato sauce are knock-outs in terms of flavour. Believing in honesty being the best policy, I’m not sure that homemade gluten free spaghetti necessarily warrants the effort involved.

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