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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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Real Food Meal Plan – Week 27
This week's Real Food Meal Plan is all about easy dinners that the whole family will love. Easy chicken lettuce wraps, beer battered cod and a great slow cooke... Read more
Posted on 09 December 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Pistachio, Lemon & Rosemary Biscotti: A Great Last Minute Gift
Pistachio, Lemon Rosemary Biscotti make the ideal last minute present. Crisp slices of nutty bread, with the surprising kick of rosemary. Keep a loaf of... Read more
Posted on 05 December 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Real Food Meal Plan – Week 26
This week's Real Food Meal Plan is full of simple meal ideas that are perfect for the start of the busy season. The menu includes vegetable pizza, chicken shee... Read more
Posted on 02 December 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Leftover Beef and Mushroom Stew Pot Pies
Take leftover beef and mushroom stew from the freezer, add a sheet of ready-made puff pastry, and you can put an impressive meal on the table in under an hour... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Real Food Meal Plan – Week 25
All about making life easier, this week's Real Food Meal Plan includes slow cooker Mongolian Beef, spicy noodle soup, an easy sheet pan honey chicken dinner ... Read more
Posted on 25 November 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup { A Lesson in Soup Mix }
Ever wonder what soup mix was? Or how to use it? Throw soup mix into the slow cooker with a few chopped vegetables and some vegetable stock. Eight hours later... Read more
Posted on 10 November 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Peanut Butter & Cocoa Nib Oaty Cookies
Bored with baking the same old chocolate chip cookie? Try these Peanut Butter Cocoa Nib Oaty Cookies for a change. The cocoa nibs add a chocolatey crunch... Read more
Posted on 01 November 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Moroccan Carrot Salad Bowl with Creamy Orange Dressing
Be transported to another land with my Moroccan Carrot Salad Bowl. Spiked with a creamy vegan orange dressing and crunchy spiced chickpeas, the layers of... Read more
Posted on 22 October 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Pancetta and Broccoli Pasta
With a few store-cupboard ingredients, this tasty Pancetta and Broccoli Pasta dish will come together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a speedy mid-week meal. ... Read more
Posted on 17 October 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
In My Kitchen – October 2016
In My Kitchen this month are some great time-saving organic ginger products, some delicious flavoured mayonnaise, a bounty of fresh produce and my Nana's... Read more
Posted on 10 October 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Chocolate Buckwheat and Coconut Bites | The Recipe Redux
Chocolate Buckwheat and Coconut Bites, packed with toasted coconut and crunchy buckwheat, make the ideal guilt free treat. Just try to stop at one. Toffee was... Read more
Posted on 22 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Real Food Meal Plan – Week 23 2016
Our Real Food Meal Plan this week is stuffed with family favourites. Lamb and Lentil Shepherd's Pie, Lemon Tuna Pasta, Everyday Roast Chicken with simple sides... Read more
Posted on 16 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Crustless Zucchini Quiche
Crustless Zucchini Quiche is quick to make, and is a good way to use up an abundant zucchini crop. Great served hot or cold, the quiche is ideal for either lunc... Read more
Posted on 13 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Real Food Meal Plan – Week 22 2016
This week's Real Food Meal Plan contains lots of broccoli, either as a side or in the meal itself. We feasted on an easy chicken bake, penne with a quick... Read more
Posted on 10 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Broccoli, Blue Cheese and Walnut Hand Pies
Broccoli, Blue Cheese and Walnut Hand Pies are a great savoury on-the-go snack. They also just happen to be the ideal size for the lunchbox, making them the... Read more
Posted on 08 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
55 Hearty Soups Perfect for Dinner On A Cold Winter’s Evening
Hearty soups are perfect for a cold winter's evening, so I have gathered together 55 diverse soup recipes to suit all tastes. Fill your stomach with a... Read more
Posted on 06 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Real Food Meal Plan – Week 21 2016
This week's Real Food Meal Plan features shakshuka, a homey chicken rissole dish with some simple sides, beef barley soup, broccoli pasta and an easy fish curry... Read more
Posted on 02 September 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Dukkah-Crusted Baked Salmon Fillets
Dukkah-crusted baked salmon fillets are quickly pulled together for a speedy mid-week meal, yet fancy enough to serve to company. The nutty dukkah flavours... Read more
Posted on 30 August 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Real Food Meal Plan – Week 20 2016
This week's Real Food Meal Plan is all about easy family comfort meals. Think macaroni cheese, cheesy cauliflower soup, chicken adobo with rice and a simple... Read more
Posted on 27 August 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Kiwifruit, Macadamia and Coconut Bread
Tropical Kiwifruit, Macadamia and Coconut Bread is the perfect mid-afternoon treat. It is also delicious toasted, making it perfect for a quick and easy... Read more
Posted on 25 August 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES