Coconut and Nigella Seed Flatbreads

These flatbreads are based on the common flour and yogurt flatbread combination, which I have seen in both gluten free and glutenous versions and have no idea where it originates. I was after a flatbread with a coconutty flavour to complement the tamarind and turmeric lentils that I posted last week. This is what IContinue reading "Coconut and Nigella Seed Flatbreads"

Tamarind and Turmeric Lentils (Gluten Free, Dairy Free/Vegan Option)

Until recently, I had never tried cooking with tamarind, nor did I know exactly what it tastes like nor appreciated what it brings to a dish. Recently, when I was buying spices online, I decided to add tamarind paste to my order, mostly on a whim and with no idea what I would actually useContinue reading "Tamarind and Turmeric Lentils (Gluten Free, Dairy Free/Vegan Option)"

Almond Meal Chocolate Cupcakes (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

These cupcakes are dense, rich and chocolatey. I prefer to use good quality cocoa powder for a richer taste. The recipe below is based on a 250 ml cup as equal to 1 cup. I recommend using the spoon and level method to measure ingredients (spoon in the ingredient and then level it off withContinue reading "Almond Meal Chocolate Cupcakes (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)"

Slow Cooker Bacon and Butternut Risotto

I really like risotto. But, until recently, I have largely avoided making it as I found it too tedious and difficult to stand over the stove stirring risotto while hungry children want to see what I am doing. And then, I decided to experiment with making risotto in the slow cooker – it was wonderfullyContinue reading "Slow Cooker Bacon and Butternut Risotto"