These little gems can be cooked three ways in the same batch to suit everyone’s taste. Combining buckwheat and almond meal together gives a great burst of protein. Add to that coconut oil as a healthy fat choice and you’ve got a protein packed snack that will curb your carb ..Continue Reading
The health benefits of eggs are widely known. They’re an excellent source of complete proteins, they contain a wide range of vitamins, minerals and omega oil, and they’re very versatile in how you cook and eat them. But here’s a little known benefit of a chook egg that you may ..Continue Reading
Legumes are making a comeback. Yes, indeed. While they’ve had some bad press over the years, the health benefits are many. Knowing how to cook them helps, and remember, when adding extra fibre to your diet, do so gradually and you’ll avoid unpleasant side effects. Cooking them in advance in ..Continue Reading
A quick pancake using only 4 ingredients that’s highly nutritious and gluten-free – winner! Team it with berries (antioxidants), greek or coconut yoghurt (extra protein and healthy fats), coconut flakes (healthy fats and fibre), and nuts/seeds (fibre, minerals). Tip – cook extra for a healthy addition to the kids’ school ..Continue Reading
The variations of frittata are endless and only limited by your imagination, and perhaps by what’s in season. A frittata is also a good way of using up veggies in your fridge before restocking. Another cook once, eat twice/thrice dish Here’s one to add to your repertoire. It’s cooked in ..Continue Reading
A winter warmer to boost your mood and keep you satisfied for hours. Chicken is a clever protein that’s packed with amino acids that lift our mood, reduce cold sores and help us sleep. Choose chicken pieces with bones like wings, thighs or throw in a chicken carcass for the ..Continue Reading
Like most, we love a good pasta on a cold winter’s night. This recipe blends all the goodness of the sun foods – sun-dried tomatoes and sun-flower seeds – with the richness of mediterrranean flavours. If you’re not a fan of chilli, you can leave it out completely, or cut ..Continue Reading
Yoghurt, fruit, nuts, seeds and coconut. We have this breakfast every second morning. We think it’s the best healthy and easy yoghurt combination around. Although, we might be biased 🙂 I remember what it was like when the kids were growing up and I was leaving the house for work ..Continue Reading
This dish was inspired by memories Jeff has from back in the early 80’s when he shared a group house with a couple of other blokes. Back in the days of motor bikes and beer. What’s most surprising is that even back then, they enjoyed the occasional vegetarian meal, or ..Continue Reading
Mornings can be hectic and it’s usually breakfast where people fail to get the protein and nutrients needed to get them through the morning without reaching for a carb hit. Here’s your answer to a quick and high protein laden breakfast that will balance your blood sugar perfectly as well ..Continue Reading
