Help make this Earth a bit healthier 101
7 Easy Eco-friendly swaps for your kitchen you can make today So here’s where I am at with this post. I honestly believe that the accumulation of small choices can lead to a massive reduction in pollution and waste. Saying this, I acknowledge that these small changes are not going to solve the problem overnight […]
Meatless Monday #7: Spinach pasta with mushrooms and walnuts
I love homemade pasta. It is so much tastier than store bought pasta and surprisingly easy to make if you have a good recipe. I have made homemade pasta many times but this recipe from Martha Stewart is the best recipe I have ever used. It really is easy to make, but I must warn […]
Meatless Monday #6: Butternut and Pearl Barley Risotto
I remember my mom cooking pearl barley. As a child I found it boring and bland. But after trying this risotto I am rethinking my relationship with barley. This risotto is anything but bland. I am yet to eat a risotto I did not like, including this one. If you are looking for a healthier […]
Meatless Monday #5: Mung bean Curry
Mung beans are small, green beans that belong to the legume family. They are mainly cultivated in East Asia and the Indian subcontinent and are used in both savoury and sweet dishes. Mung beans are high in important vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are a good source of antioxidants which may help lower ‘bad’ LDL […]
Meatless Monday #3: Cheesy cauliflower cakes
These Cauliflower cakes are quick and easy to make. And so moreish I ate four of them. I adapted the recipe from one of keyingredient.com’s recipes. You will need: ½ head of cauliflower (I used cooked cauliflower, but you can also use raw cauliflower) 1 cup of Cheddar cheese ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese * […]
My Greener Gift list
If like me you have not started buying your Christmas presents yet and you are feeling a little anxious and overwhelmed – this gift guide is for you. I have put together this guide for everyone who wants to live a more conscious, sustainable life and not be swept up in the consumerism of what […]