Tag Archives: healthy

Melanzane Parmigiana – aubergines (or eggplants) Italian style!

It’s August, and while the sun has got his hat on, I have my sweater on (it’s chilly).  The UK isn’t known for the most amazing summers, but a few forkfuls of this rich aubergine dish (complemented by a good glass of red) will transport you in mind and spirit to the balmy climes of […]

Lean Green Pesto

My daughter likes eating pasta and I like her eating raw green things like spinach.  This is a great compromise, a fresh delicious pesto with raw spinach to mix with pasta, dollop on grilled meats or toss through cooked vegetables.   I think this works really well for children as the gentler flavour of spinach […]

Organically Speaking

The argument for choosing to buy organic produce is two fold – it helps to protect and minimise the impact of growing food on our planet, and secondly it’s better for us. While I am all in favour of protecting the earth from excessive chemical use, my primary goal is to feed my family and […]