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Recipes that fit in with my goals
Home baking using lemons from the garden (First published 18 August 2019, updated for 30 July 2022) At the moment we have a lot of lemons on our lemon trees. I use the juice and peel of lemons in lots of recipes, particularly in baked …
Do you have a lime tree in your backyard? Here are 25 limes recipes that use this zingy fruit. What to do when I have plenty of limes? Ask for recipes! The lime tree on my lifestyle block has an abundance of fruit this winter. …
A delicious and easy pumpkin soup recipe, made in the slow cooker This autumn, I was lucky to get a harvest of five pumpkins, from a plant that self seeded in the compost bin. Must have been happy there, as the pumpkins are huge. Pumpkin …
Use up all those zucchini from your garden with these two easy and tasty recipes. It’s the time of year when the garden is overflowing with zucchini. I am very grateful about this because they are such a useful vegetable. I planted five plants this summer, …
Refried Beans, or Frijoles Refritos in Spanish Refried beans are the perfect side dish for any Mexican meal. They are an easy-to-make dish of cooked and mashed beans. I love the spicy taste and the texture. They are an inexpensive addition to a meal, so …
Tortillas are a family favourite… We love tortilla wraps in our house. And making homemade tortillas is our latest baking obsession! There is usually one meal a week on our meal plan that involves tortillas. And it’s not just for Mexican food: our slightly fussy …
When feijoas are plentiful, try this quick and easy microwave feijoa cake for an afternoon tea treat! Feijoas are a favourite home grown fruit in New Zealand The feijoa (or Pineapple Guava) has a distinctive flavour. It is an extremely versatile fruit, as it can …
Try this easy to make hummus recipe! Hummus is so versatile and delicious Hummus is a fantastic dip or spread. The basic recipe includes chickpeas, tahini (a sesame seed paste), oil, lemon juice and garlic. You can add many other ingredients for flavour and colour, …
Homemade Mexican Seasoning spice mix recipe Some years ago, I fell into the habit of buying pre-made meal seasonings, particularly Mexican seasoning such as taco, burrito, or fajita mix. It seemed like a convenient way to buy spices and seasoning, particularly when I worked full …