Brown Butter Carrots with Hazelnuts
Friday, March 08, 2024Tossed with browned butter and topped with crunchy toasted hazelnuts and fresh parsley, these deliciously tender and sweet heirloom carrots would make a sensational side dish for a celebratory Sunday roast. They are great served as a snack too. I would recommend using baby heirloom carrots, so you can just leave them whole.
Upside-down Carrot Loaf with Honey and Fennel
Wednesday, March 06, 2024A fun twist to a classic pineapple upside down cake. Sweet, rich and delicious, the upside-down cake is one of the easiest cakes you can make. Honey caramelized carrots, Greek yoghurt and fennel seeds add sweet, unique flavour making this carrot loaf cake moist, yet light in texture. It tastes best when served warm with some sour cream and toasted fennel seeds.
Tuna Niçoise Pâté
Monday, March 04, 2024Keto Breakfast Egg Sandwiches
Saturday, March 02, 2024The delicious combination of hard-boiled eggs, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, earthy aged Cheddar cheese and fresh salad not only tastes great, but also provides a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats and fibre. The tender texture of the eggs harmonises perfectly with the crispy bacon, while the avocado adds a creamy note and salad adds a refreshing touch. It's naturally gluten-free and keto-friendly.
Salmon Steaks with Caper and Anchovy Salsa
Thursday, February 29, 2024The umami-laden salsa prepared with capers, anchovies and herbs goes really well with grilled fish, meat and vegetables. It makes a nice dip for breadsticks or crudités, and is very good with boiled eggs. I used cilantro and dill for this quick and easy condiment recipe, but other herbs, like mint, arugula, tarragon and chives would make lovely substitutions.
Spicy Carrot Ribbons with Chickpea Crumbs
Tuesday, February 27, 2024A simple vegetable peeler turns humble carrots into beautifully ribbons in this healthy, colourful and bright salad tossed with a spicy vinaigrette featuring garlic, lime, jalapeño and cilantro. Canned chickpeas are pulsed into crumbs, then roasted until crispy for the topping together with pomegranate seeds. It's easy to put tother and perfect as an appetizer or side with your lunch or dinner.
Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Cholula Maple Glaze
Sunday, February 25, 2024These maple cholula glazed carrots are easy to make yet extremely delicious. Cholula is a Mexican hot sauce. You can use sriracha instead or tabasco if you want it more spicy. These bacon wrapped carrots are best enjoyed fresh right out of the oven, but you can wrap the carrots with bacon ahead of time. Peel the carrots if they ain't organic.
One Pan Creamy Chicken Leg Quarters with Bacon and Leek
Friday, February 23, 2024Richly-seasoned bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters paired with bacon and leeks nestled in a creamy sauce make this easy one pan baked chicken the perfect anytime meal idea. It's gluten free, low carb and ridiculously delicious. You can also throw in some butter beans, peas or/and mushrooms for a change.
Parsnip Muffins
Wednesday, February 21, 2024Fresh grated parsnips add a nutritious boost and lend a lovely subtle earthy taste to these tasty tender muffins, made extra moist with full-fat Greek yogurt, raisins for the sweetness that complements the other ingredients perfectly, and topped with almonds for crunch. Enjoy for weekend mornings, breakfast on the go, or an afternoon snack when you crave something sweet.
Red Belgian Endive and Fennel with Parmesan Crisps
Monday, February 19, 2024Light, crunchy, pleasantly bitter and full of flavours, this gluten free fennel salad is a cinch to prepare, makes an ideal side and will be a welcome addition to any dining table. Throw in some orange or apple for natural sweetness. Bursting with salty, cheesy flavour in every crunchy bite, the parmesan crisps are perfect as topping for salads, soups or just enjoyed as a snack on their own.
Turmeric and Mustard Sourdough Bread
Saturday, February 17, 2024This bread is delicious, unique, and smells amazing while it is baking. It has a soft, chewy crumb and crackly, crispy crust. The beautifully golden colour comes from turmeric and mustard sauce. It's pleasantly mustardy in flavour and great with some aged Cheddar (or smoked Gouda), Bresaola, or liver pate. It go well with a bowl of soup too.
Fennel and Anchovy Gratin with Parmesan
Thursday, February 15, 2024It’s so easy to make and put together this rich, flavourful and delicious side dish, which is perfect to serve with just about anything. First the fennels were blanched, then drained and baked with anchovy, heavy cream, nutmeg, thyme and Parmesan. If you want this keto and gluten free, replace the breadcrumbs with ground pork rinds or simply leave it out all together. Don't want to use Parmesan? Feel free to use other hard cheese like Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano.