Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake
There are times when one needs a proper rich, fat filled, carbohydrate packed feast. If the middle of a winter with very little daylight isn’t one of those times, I don’t know what is.
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Triple Death by Chocolate Cherry Cookies
In a bid to save pennies I am very lovingly preparing packed lunches for the OH to take to work.
Post-workout Protein Bites
I recently went looking online for an all-natural post-workout protein snack that didn’t involve shop-bought protein powder. Something that could be frozen and taken out of the freezer to defrost while I was at the gym. Do you think I could find anything?
Red Lentil Soup with Garlic & Seaweed Croutons
When I saw this recipe for red lentil soup by My Golden Pear yesterday I immediately bookmarked it. I liked the addition of the chilli and mustard seed and the fact it’s low fat and good for you, especially after the excesses of Christmas and New Year.
Chocolate Pistachio Cake
This month I am hosting Turquoise Lemons’ No Waste Food Challenge, where each month we’re asked to share recipes which use up leftovers in a bid to reduce food waste. I chose mashed potatoes, as I always make far too much.
Chocolate Colettes with Vodka Chilli Truffle Fudge
It’s January, with the New Year bringing in new possibilities and opportunities. In Shetland it also means Up Helly Aa! Shetland is the home to Europe’s largest fire festival – the annual Up Helly Aa is held in Lerwick on the last Tuesday of January.
Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes
It was yet another cold, dark, dreary day here in Shetland on this, the last day of 2012. It was pouring down with rain and the children are on their school holidays and were desperately needing entertained. What to do?
Lamb Stock
Making your own soup stock is a simple, inexpensive process and the result is loaded with nutrients, unlike the MSG-laden supermarket varieties.
Chocolate & Chestnut Torte
This chocolate and chestnut torte strikes a perfect balance of flavours. The rich, dark chocolate pairs seamlessly with the sweet, nutty chestnut puree, while the cinnamon-scented hazelnut and pecan base add a satisfying, warming crunch. It’s perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a sophisticated dessert with a nutty twist. Prep Time: 15 minutes Chilling Time: …
Shetland Pepperkakehus
Making a gingerbread house has always been on my Christmas to-do list, but I’ve never mustered up the courage to try it until this year.
Amigurumi Critter – Crochet Toy
This amigurumi is my own design, made as a Christmas present for my daughter using some scrap yarn.
Spiced Winter Meatballs with Seaweed Tagliatelle
While browsing through my local wholefoods shop yesterday I noticed, packaged in a handy grinder, a Seaweed Sprinkle, sustainably produced from local seaweed by Böd Ayre Seaweed Products.
Cranberry Nut Granola
Start your day off right with a bowl of homemade cranberry nut granola. This easy recipe will make your mornings much more enjoyable. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes Difficulty: Easy Regular visitors to my blog will notice that I am particularly fond of granola. I like to try out new varieties because …
No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Balls
Whip up these easy, no-bake chocolate coconut balls (aka Norwegian sjokoladekuler/sjokoladeboller) in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a festive sweet treat! Prep Time: 15 minutes Chilling Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy What are Norwegian sjokoladekuler? Norwegian sjokoladekuler, or chocolate balls, are a beloved festive treat in Norway that combines simplicity and indulgence. These no-bake snacks …
Fruit Pizza
This delicious fruit pizza is another one of the many recipes my father has shared with me. Simple to make and incredibly… mmmmm!
Easy Cream Cheese Cherry Pound Cake Recipe
This super easy, incredibly moist and flavoursome cream cheese cherry pound cake is the perfect centrepiece for an afternoon tea or any celebration event. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour 20 min Difficulty: Easy A Cape Breton recipe This cream cheese cherry pound cake recipe comes all the way from Cape Breton Island …
East Coast Garlic Fingers & Donair Sauce
Garlic fingers (French: Doigts à l’ail), also known as garlic cheese fingers, are an iconic Atlantic Canadian dish. This recipe tastes as good as you’ll get from Pizza Corner in Halifax. Prep Time: 1.5 hours Cooking Time: 15 minutes Difficulty: Easy One of the biggest things I miss from my time living on the East …
Kransekake: a Norwegian Celebration Cake
Kransekake is a traditional Norwegian celebration cake made with ground almonds, egg whites, and icing sugar. It has a light texture and nutty flavour, quite similar to marzipan. Prep Time: 3 days Cooking Time: 15 minutes Difficulty: Moderate Christmas traditions This recipe comes from my children’s Norwegian grandmother, and every few Christmases, I make one for …
Pepperkaker – Norwegian Gingerbread Cookies
Pepperkaker are traditional Norwegian gingerbread cookies. They are a deliciously spiced, slightly sweet festive treat and make perfect edible gifts for friends and neighbours. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 36 hours Difficulty: Easy What are pepperkaker? Pepperkaker translates as ‘pepper cakes’. They are traditional Norwegian gingerbread cookies made at Christmastime. They are gently spiced …