Vegan Mashed Potatoes Written by Kelsey Riley, Planted in the Kitchen Many of us have intolerances or allergies to particular foods or types of food, from lactose to gluten, or nut to fructose. The can be severe, and often require us to have on hand an EpiPen, just in case, a reaction occurs. So it is imperative that those who…
The Healing Powers Of Ginger Written by Natasha Zervaas N.P. Zingiber officinale, the spice is commonly known as Ginger, has been used as a food and traditional herbal medicine for thousands of years, as it contains a plethora of medicinal compounds which have been scientifically proven to be beneficial for health disorders ranging from nausea, circulation, and even weight loss.…
How to Incorporate Tofu into your Diet Sesame Tofu Recipe Written by Kelsey Riley from Planted in the Kitchen Many people have a love/hate relationship with tofu. Either they enjoy eating it and incorporate it into their daily or weekly meal plans, or they strongly dislike it and want nothing to do with the soy-based food item. Let’s talk about…
Chocolate Ice Cream Bars Written by Midhun Vasan Delicious chocolate ice-cream bars dipped in chocolate and decorated as Rudolph the Reindeer! Perfect for your upcoming Holiday party! Chocolate is always a favourite with both adults and children alike, and in this recipe, we see the playfulness and fun food allow us to experience. In this recipe, you get to enjoy…
How Meal Prepping Promotes a Peaceful Life Picture a typical weekday morning in your home. What feelings come to mind when thinking about your usual morning routine? Does this elicit calm, relaxing feelings? Or maybe a typical morning at your house feels rushed and chaotic? Perhaps a mixture of the two? Let’s take a few minutes to explore the world…
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Written by Midhun Vasan Its not easy to find a vegan muffin if you walk into the best bakeries in town, right? They almost always have some dairy or eggs added to them. Well, if you are in the mood for an awesome vegan lemon-based muffin, you are in for a treat! This Lemon Poppy Seed…
Written by Midhun Vasan Vegan Spinach Ravioli – Most pasta doughs have eggs in them and more often than not, the cheese used is not vegan. So how about making the pasta from scratch and using vegan cream cheese? Voila! Vegan spinach ravioli served with mushrooms. This is an ideal option for someone who misses having a cheesy ravioli pasta…
Written by Kelsey Riley How To Get Started With A Plant-Based Lifestyle We have been hearing more and more about living a plant-based lifestyle, but does that mean, and how can we achieve it? Let’s break down what it means to be plant-based, why this is important, and what simple steps you can take to move toward your goals. Why…
Vegan Banana Cake Written by Blanched Baby Here is a delicious sweet recipe that utilizes those mature bananas that have outlasted their eating time, though not their cooking time. Often bananas are wasted once they reach a certain point, the best thing to do in that case, is to peel them and pop them in the freezer. From there you…
Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow There are many granola recipes, all purporting to be the original or the best. Though the thing I like most about granola is the ability to customize it to my specifics, and this recipe is pretty much how I prefer it. Just like me you need to make your own additions, subtractions or renovations to…
Overnight Oats Written by Kelsey Riley Personally, I love my oats, whether that be my coco cooked oats in the mornings or my granola snack that seems to call me throughout the day. Here is a tempting recipe to entice even the most ardent oat detractor, Overnight Oats brings together the perfect base for a breakfast. Allowing you to add…
Spiced Lamb Pockets This is a simple recipe suitable for a lunchtime snack for the whole family, which you can get the kids to help prepare. Spiced Lamb Pockets is not a difficult dish to prepare or cook, it incorporates elements of both Moroccan and Greek cuisines. The yoghurt add another element to the dish which is healthy and mellowing,…
A Tasty Treat To Spoil Yourself – Marron Sausage and Sage Renata Trebing has certainly hit the ball out of the park with this recipe, Marron Sausage and Sage. Something tasty and decadent we can all share in that won’t break the bank to splurge on once in a while. This is a perfect recipe if you love chestnuts, and…
Written by Connie Rogers This is a wholesome recipe that is plant-based though suitable for everyone. Eggplant Bowl combines mushrooms, avocado, and a special, and yummy pesto sauce. Unfortunately, there are people who are hostile towards plant-based meals, but in reality, our bodies need plants to function at optimum performance. The vitamins, fibre, and minerals in plants are essential for…
Chimmichurri is a staple in homes throughout South America, each one of which adds has its own special touch to the recipe. The accompaniment is used predominantly for BBQ meat dishes in particular Asado, though in reality can be served with just about anything. Kale and Horseradish Chimichurri is a variation of this basic recipe which although not traditional, punches…
Easy and tasty snack idea, great for summer time to bring an alfresco feel to your dining.
When you are struggling to get the kids settled after school, and you need to have something prepared for dinner. Which needs to be nutritious, quick and simple enough to allow you to complete the rest of your tasks before bed. Wild Mushroom & Pork is a recipes which is super simple, tasty, and is always a winner with the…
Flatbread Revolution – Chickpea Flatbread Written by Renata Trebing Since time immemorial the humble flatbread has been a staple food source for cultures across the globe from Africa to the Americas. Always made with simple ingredients that could be prepared and cooked easily, and many of the combinations were delicious just like Chickpea Flatbread. With the evolution of man came…
Cooking up a storm with Farinata Farinata is a recipe revered in Italy and many Mediterranean countries, both now and for many thousands of years, it has been a favourite of mine. Since discovering this recipe, I have refined it a little to suit my lifestyle and kitchen. This is such an easy recipe to make, you cannot help but…
Chocolate Heaven Chocolate Chestnut Pudding Written by Renata Trebing Chocolate Chestnut Pudding is a dessert you will quickly come to adore, as it has all the hallmarks of a classic winning sweet. We all, or at least most of us, love that sweet hit after a meal, many I know actually replace their meals on a regular basis with sweets,…
A Taste Of Milan Arancini – Milanese Style Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow Arancini – Milanese Style is a traditional recipe, a taste of Italy to inspire your senses, those of taste, smell, and sight. Combining the creamy ness of Arborio rice with the colour and flavour of saffron, all encapsulated within a crispy golden crust of breadcrumbs. I am…
Written by Renata Trebing Scones are always a favourite, and now with this recipe for Saffron Apricot and Pistachio Scones are delicious. Combining beautiful pistachio with dried apricots, and the decadence of saffron truly make this recipe something to savour. Saffron Apricot and Pistachio Scones are a perfect recipe to get the kids involved in cooking, the steps are simple…
Who doesn’t love a good mash and this one has all the goods to complete a well-rounded meal Mashed Sweet Potatoes. A great accompaniment for almost any winter meal, hearty and warm, packed full of healthy goodness. Sweet potatoes and butternut squash in a combination together work so very well, they are inexpensive and nutritious. There is no simpler recipe…
Loaded Sweet Potato Fries Written by Aimee Clark Great snack for the family watching a sports game or even a movie together. The loaded Fries recipe here uses sweet potato in a truly magnificent way. Usually, you would see potato featured as the main component of this dish, though this switch is magnificent. Loaded Fries is perfect for that cold…
