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The Cook's Pyjamas
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I have long been passionate about reducing the amount of processed food in my family's diet. After completing a Natural Chef Training Course, this passion for real food exploded. I blog about easy food suitable for the whole family, and like to explore ways to make processed staples at home.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 331 )
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13 Healthy Meals That Freeze Well
Last Updated: I've put together this handy list of healthy meals that freeze well so you can quickly stock up the freezer for lazy dinners or emergencies.... Read more
Posted on 21 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
What To Do With Stale Bread: 4 Ways To Use Up Old Bread.
Last Updated: Do you throw out stale bread because you don't know what to do with it? Turn your old bread into fresh breadcrumbs, dried breadcrumbs, crackers,... Read more
Posted on 01 July 2019 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Slow Cooker Mild Chicken Curry Recipe with Coconut Milk
Last Updated: A super easy slow cooker mild chicken curry recipe with coconut milk, crammed with chickpeas and lentils, that needs nothing more than a bowl of... Read more
Posted on 13 May 2019 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Quick & Easy Fried Rice Recipe with Leftover Rice
Last Updated: Whip up this easy fried rice recipe with leftover rice in just 20 minutes. It makes an easy lunch option, and stops you feeding your leftover ric... Read more
Posted on 01 April 2019 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
How To Freeze Soup The Easy Way
A steaming bowl of homemade soup is an ideal meal in the depths of winter. And if you are going to the trouble of making your own soup, then you really want... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2019 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
An Easy Gnocchi Recipe with Chorizo & Creamy Spinach
An easy gnocchi recipe with chorizo and creamy spinach that can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. This is a sure fire family favourite, and I guarantee... Read more
Posted on 09 November 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Tasty Ham & Brie Flatbread Sandwiches in Just 8 Minutes
Rich and decadent, and ridiculously easy to prepare, these ham and brie flatbread sandwiches are ready in less than 10 minutes. Fantastic for a simple lunch,... Read more
Posted on 26 October 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
A Pretty Simple Homemade Crunchy Granola Recipe
Mix up your own granola with my simple homemade crunchy granola recipe. Easily customised to add in your favourite ingredients, and very easy to make, you... Read more
Posted on 01 June 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
How To Make A Very Useful Lime Curd
Homemade lime curd is infinitely useful in the kitchen. Easy to make and delicious to eat. Slather it over waffles, layer it in breakfast parfaits or stir it... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
The Nana Project: Super Easy Caramel Date Slice
A super easy melt mix caramel date slice that is ready in just 30 minutes. Loved by the whole family, this slice is perfect for tucking into the lunchbox, an... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Astoundingly Easy Zucchini, Feta & Leftover Quinoa Fritters
Found yourself with leftover quinoa? Why not turn it into these quick zucchini and feta fritters. Super tasty, they are ideal for either a light lunch or a... Read more
Posted on 09 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Currant & Cocoa Nib Wholegrain Cookies in Under 30 Minutes
Slide a few of these wholegrain cookies into your children's lunchbox to keep them going through to lunch. And why not stock the freezer with extra dough so... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Make This Super Easy Minestrone Soup in 30 Minutes
Make this super easy Minestrone Soup in just 30 minutes. The soup reheats well, so is a quick meal to make in advance, and as an added bonus it can also be... Read more
Posted on 23 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
96 Homemade Christmas Food Gifts In Under One Hour
Looking for a last minute present? With my bumper list of homemade Christmas food gifts, including spice mixes, baking mixes, fudges, truffles, preserves,... Read more
Posted on 23 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan – Week 43
Our healthy eating plan this week takes a quick trip around the globe. Try delicious Greek pasta, fish curry, oven baked gnocchi, turkey chili or pork chops fo... Read more
Posted on 27 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan – Week 42
Our menu plan this week is crammed with quick healthy recipes that take little time to prepare yet are sure to be real crowd pleasers. Try our chicken burrito... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan – Week 41
We have some great sweet and savoury healthy meal ideas this week for pumpkin. Use this versatile vegetable in soup, stew, popsicles and cheesecake bites. ... Read more
Posted on 13 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan – Week 40
Healthy meals that are simple to prepare are the focus of this week's plan. Try our steak sheet pan dinner, chicken Parmesan, baby back ribs or black rice... Read more
Posted on 08 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan – Week 39
Looking for a week of easy healthy meals? Slurp our simple miso ramen, try the easy sheet pan sausage dinner and whip up our restaurant quality pasta sauce. ... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan – Week 38
This week's menu plan is crammed with cheap healthy meals that the whole family will love. Whip up our turkey burgers, slow cooker chili or green chili... Read more
Posted on 22 September 2017 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES