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Our recipes are both healthy AND practical, designed as quick ideas for busy women to cook on working days of the week. 

Chia berry pudding

Chia berry pudding

This is a tasty and easy dessert that you can make ahead of time and have sitting ready in the fridge. Play around with the ratios. Use less chia if you want a less-firm custard. Chia sure beats gelatine or junket tables for ease. Plus you get the nourishment of a whole food.

18 December 2019 by Catherine Saxelby

Homemade Tacos

Homemade Tacos

Despite how messy they are to eat, tacos are always a crowd favourite. They’re great for a quick dinner or can be easily made in...

11 December 2019 by Guest Post

Build Your Own burgers!

Build Your Own burgers!

A firm favourite amongst teenagers and kids, burgers aren’t always the healthiest of choices. However, making your own lets you put...

6 November 2019 by Guest Post

Roasted vegetable and bean salad

Roasted vegetable and bean salad

Are you looking for a salad that’s packed with a rainbow of vegetables and is high in fibre, low in carbohydrates, low in...

2 October 2019 by Guest Post

Bolognaise sauce with ‘Hidden Veggies’

Bolognaise sauce with ‘Hidden Veggies’

Do members of your family turn up their noses when you try to feed them veggies? Then try this recipe where I’ve sneaked the...

17 July 2019 by Guest Post

Cauliflower and Leek Soup

Cauliflower and Leek Soup

When the weather gets cooler, there is nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of soup. This Cauliflower and Leek soup is a lower...

22 May 2019 by Guest Post

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My aim is to help busy women eat nutrient-dense foods so they maintain a healthy weight while having heaps of energy :) And stay productive.

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