If you’re looking to reduce carbohydrates and increase protein in your diet, one of those foods that is the most difficult to replace is potatoes, the staple of so many meals that revolve around the traditional meat and vegetables. When it comes to family meals too, removing potatoes, and wishing to reduce tons of pasta…
Rice and broccoli might look a bit boring, but don’t skim past yet! The fibre in rice is an obvious benefit, but did you know that rice, especially organic brown rice, is a good source of the B6 required for promoting weight loss and has some protein too? Rice salads are incredibly versatile, and even…
Pizza immediately gets classified as junk food or fast food, but in truth, a properly, or consciously, made pizza is an exceptionally healthy meal. If wheat is an issue for you, using a heritage grain like spelt can help get around that. Remember those symptoms could be due to a number of factors – see…
If it’s a healthy alternative to crisps you’re after, this is it. Extremely easy, cheesy and moreish, it’s a great way to get greens into kids as well as into yourself. Kale is a real powerhouse of vitamins, minerals and fibre, and paired with only a couple of other ingredients it can be turned from…
Eggs are the ideal breakfast or light lunch choice. As a direct source of acetylcholine, the substance that works as a neurotransmitter in the brain promoting focus and concentration, it’s perfect for a day that needs you to stay sharp mentally. It’s also great for keeping you feeling fuller for longer, and getting a portion…
Early summer veg are a joy, and those first broad beans are among my favourites. Beans are such a healthy food, particularly for women – research has shown that women eating beans and pulses three or more times a week are at least 25% less likely to be diagnosed with a hormonal cancer like breast…
Finding an inexpensive, simple but tasty meat option for an evening meal can be a challenge, so here’s a great way to get a nutritious, lean and delicious dinner on the table with very little effort. Pork loins are very versatile, and as long as they are not allowed to dry out or overcook, they…
While this might take a while to marinade, it’s spectacularly quick to cook, and delivers a comforting dish in no time that the whole family will love. Chicken is one of the best foods for supporting brain function, stress, mood and mental health, so if you’ve had a hard day at work, this is what…
When it comes to healthy comfort food, soup and curry are kings! This is an absolutely gorgeous hybrid of both. Whether it’s the depths of a frosty winter, or a sunny summer’s day, Thai food goes down a treat, bursting with health and flavour. The protein of chicken and the good fats of coconut milk…
This is a lovely, indulgent meal when you have a bit more time, and want to produce an impressive supper with healthy credentials. It doesn’t get healthier than kale and mushrooms. Kale is one of the most nutritious greens, and the humble mushroom has been shown to be a veritable supercharged superfood with recent research…
There’s a perception that making your own bread is time-consuming, tricky work that can just as easily see you end up with a doorstop as with a fragrant, fluffy loaf. Fear not, though – there are some recipes and ways to make bread that almost guarantee an edible result you can be proud of! To…
Asparagus is one of those very special seasonal veg as the season is so short. For those who try to eat seasonally by buying locally, when Asparagus season hits, it’s to be savoured as much as possible for that brief time. All veg are superfoods in their own way, as we know, and asparagus is…
Cake with veg? Absolutely! Kids love these, and they’re just as popular with adults. Being able to stuff in two such nutritious veg that adapt so well to baking needs little introduction. With a raft of ingredients like nuts and spices on top of the veg that add different nutrient profiles, fibre and health benefits,…
Print Coffee and Cinnamon Cake with Nuts Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Cook Time: 35 Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 180g unsalted butter, softened 250g sugar 2 eggs coffee, cooled, to taste – approx 2 tbsp 475g whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp bicarbonate…
Print Grilled Potatoes with Chive Dressing Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 10 Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 450g salad/new potatoes 1/2 tbsp cider vinegar 3 tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp chopped chives 10 chive flowers (if available, dependent on the season)…
Print Pumpkin Soup Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 30 Total Time: 40 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 900g prepared pumpkin flesh, cut into chunks 2 tbsp rapeseed oil 2 leeks, trimmed and sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground ginger…
Print Quinoa Biscuits Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Cook Time: 15 Total Time: 15 minutes Yield: 18 1x Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 60g quinoa 60g cornflour 100g rice flour 125g light brown sugar 3/4 tsp baking powder (gluten free if desired) 1/2 tsp bicarb 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 75 ml…
Print Cheese, Bacon and Mushroom Omelette Cakes Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 150 g mushrooms of choice, sliced butter or rapeseed oil for frying 1/2 tsp salt freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp onion, finely chopped 12 eggs, preferably free…
Print Chicken and Courgette Stew Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 15 Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 chicken thighs, bones removed salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 onion, peeled, sliced 75ml/21/2fl oz white wine 1/2 courgette, chopped 200g/7oz tinned tomatoes…
Print Mushroom and Cheese Crustless Quiche Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 20 Cook Time: 35 Total Time: 55 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 150 g mushrooms of choice, sliced butter or rapeseed oil for frying 1/2 tsp salt freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp onion, finely chopped 1 medium…
Print Flourless Choc Brownie Biscuits Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 150g chocolate (70% or more cocoa solids), chopped 2 large egg whites (free range, and pref organic) at room temperature 1/8 tsp. cream of tartar (optional) 1/2 tsp. pure…
Print Gluten Free Cherry Crumble Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 5 Total Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 900g cherries, stoned 2 tbsp. light muscovado sugar 2 tbsp. brandy (optional) a knob of butter For the crumble 100g light muscovado sugar or coconut palm sugar 100g cold,…
Print Grain Free Nut Cake Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 5 Total Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 150g hazelnut or almond flour 6 eggs 60 mls honey (pref raw and organic) 50g unsalted butter Instructions Preheat the oven to 170°C and grease a cake tin. Place all…
Print Pork, Chorizo and Beans Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 20 Cook Time: 45 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 tsp rapeseed oil 600g/1lb 51/2oz pork shoulder, cut into serving pieces 150g/51/2oz chorizo, cut into serving pieces 1 medium onion, sliced 1 birds’-eye…
Print Chicken and Broccoli Pie Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 35 Cook Time: 30 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x For the chicken and vegetables 500ml chicken stock 950g chicken breasts 500g baby onions 500g purple sprouting broccoli 50g butter 225g button mushrooms 350g…
Print Chicken and Field Mushroom Pie Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 35 Cook Time: 20 Total Time: 55 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 tbsp olive/rapeseed oil 1 large onion, finely sliced 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 750g floury potatoes, such as King Edwards or Maris Piper, cut…
Print Balsamic Chicken Salad Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Cook Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 500g skinned and boned chicken breasts, diced 300 ml Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad Dressing 1 tsp Dijon mustard Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 500g firmly packed fresh spinach, chopped a…
Print Chicken Hotpot Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 20 Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 1.6kg whole chicken 1 tbsp rapeseed oil 2 bunches spring onions, white part only, sliced lengthways in half 100g carrots, sliced 100g butter, melted 100g fresh peas 600ml boiling chicken stock…
Print Pasta e Fagioli (Pasta with White Beans) Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 10 Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 tbsp rapeseed/olive oil ½ onion, chopped 100g pancetta, diced 2 pinches of dried chilli flakes 200g canned, rinsed and drained borlotti beans…
Print Kale and Walnut Omega Pesto Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 100g chopped walnuts 1 tsp salt 100g kale, ripped into pieces 2 cloves of garlic, minced organic rapeseed, flaxseed or extra virgin olive oil (or a mixture of…
Print Almond Flour Pancakes Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 200g almond flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp sea salt 3 large eggs, room temperature 60 mls cultured buttermilk 1 tbsp butter, melted 1 tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Instructions Preheat pan…
Print Avocado and Black Sesame Sprinkle on Sourdough Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 4 large slices of artisan bread, preferably sourdough, toasted or griddled avocado oil, for drizzling zest and juice of 1 lemon chilli flakes to taste black…
Print Breakfast Frittata Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 500g good quality sausage meat (as meat or from peeled sausages) 1 large sweet potato or 2 medium to small, diced 1 bag (500g approx) fresh baby spinach, chopped 1 green…
Print Buckwheat pancakes (with berries, yogurt and nuts) Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Cook Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x For the batter 100g buckwheat flour 150ml milk 150ml water 1 egg Rapeseed oil Pinch of salt For the filling 4 tbsp of mixed berries, e.g.…
Print Chicken and Bean Chilli Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 15 Cook Time: 20 Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 1 tablespoon rapeseed oil 1 large onion, finely diced 1 clove of garlic, crushed 1 red pepper, sliced 1 yellow pepper, sliced 1 tin of cannellini…
Print Chicken and Brown Rice Salad Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 15 Cook Time: 10 Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 500g cooked chicken 375g chicken, cooked and cut into cubes 500g broccoli florets 200g carrots, diced a can of chickpeas 1 onion, diced 1 Asian…
Print Pea Guacamole Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 5 Total Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 350g peas (fresh, or defrosted frozen) 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 spring onions, trimmed and chopped Finely grated rind and juice of 1 lime 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 tbsp extra…
Print Quinoa Powerhouse Salad (hot or cold) Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 25 Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 250g quinoa 250 ml vegetable stock 250 ml carrot juice 1 tsp minced or crushed garlic 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper 1/2 tsp salt…
Print Simple Smoothies Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Various fruits, juices, milks, yogurts, boosters and seeds! Instructions – half a papaya, 1 just ripening banana, Koko (or coconut water, almond milk or water), blueberry probiotic yogurt, a scoop of greens powder, and a generous helping of raw cacao…
Print Spiced Giant Cous Cous Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 400 mls of good quality stock, chicken or vegetable 150g puy lentils 2 tbsp rapeseed oil, for frying 1 medium onion, chopped 165g giant couscous 1 tbsp ras el hanout spice blend (or to taste) 150g…
Print Spiced Sweet Potato Soup Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 15 Cook Time: 20 Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into half inch cubes 6 inch piece of fresh ginger, grated or minced 1 onion, chopped 2 tbsp coconut oil stock,…
Print Tahini and Coriander Hummus Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 5 Total Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 75g tahini 1 clove of garlic, crushed 1 large courgette, chopped (the scooped out flesh of a roasted aubergine could be used here, or use both) 50 mls of…
Print Rich Ratatouille Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 15 Cook Time: 20 Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 6 tbsp rapeseed oil 2 large aubergines, cut into 1 inch chunks 4 small courgettes, sliced into 1 inch chunks 1 red and 1 yellow pepper, deseeded and…
Print Almond Milk Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Almonds Water Instructions Soak the almonds overnight or up to 2 days. Place the almonds in a bowl and cover with about an inch of water. They will plump as they absorb water. Let stand, uncovered, overnight or up to…
Print Avocado Guacamole Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 5 Total Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 large ripe avocados 1 small red onion, chopped 1 chilli, deseeded and finely chopped, or chilli flakes (optional) 1 garlic clove, crushed juice of 1 1/2 limes rind of 1/2…
Print Cannellini Bean Soup Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 20 Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 cans of chopped tomatoes with herbs 250g cavolo nero, Savoy cabbage or kale 1 can of cannellini beans rapeseed oil extra virgin olive oil seasoning to…
Print Quick Chicken and Veg Coconut Curry Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 15 Cook Time: 20 Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 3 tbsp rapeseed or coconut oil 1 cinnamon stick 6 green cardamom pods, left whole 6 cloves, left whole 1 onion, finely sliced 12…
Print Coconut Flour Cookies Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Yield: 8 1x Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 3 tbsp coconut flour 2 tbsp cold butter 1 tbsp raw honey Pinch of sea salt Instructions Preheat the oven to 180 C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pulse all ingredients…
Print Edamame Energy Dip Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 250g edamame beans (thawed if from frozen) 3 cloves of garlic 50g baby spinach 20 mls white miso 50 mls coconut oil 50g tahini lime juice to taste (1-2 limes) seasoning sesame seeds, poppy seeds or pumpkin/sunflower…
Print Easy Dhal Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 100g dried black lentils, soaked overnight – this breaks down certain substances that can hinder digestion, and makes nutrients more available. 1 can of red kidney beans, rinsed 1 onion, finely chopped rapeseed oil a small chunk of…
Print Fruity Choc Chip Protein Bars Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 375g flaked almonds 250g pecans, lightly toasted 75g ground flax ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon 75g dried unsweetened cranberries 7 large dates, pits removed 75g dried unsweetened blueberries ½ teaspoon vanilla ½ tablespoon honey 4–5 tablespoons…
Print Baked Chicken with Chorizo and Olives Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 20 Cook Time: 25 Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x For the baked chicken – 3 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp smoked sweet paprika 4 chicken wings and breast joints 4 chicken leg joints…
Print Honey Roasted Chickpeas Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 400g (14oz) tin chickpeas 25g butter 2 teaspoons of good quality (preferably local) honey Instructions Preheat the oven to 200°C. Melt the butter and honey together in the microwave for 20 seconds at a time until the…
Print Raw Chocolate Spread Print Recipe Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 125g approx chopped hazelnuts 3–4 tbsps raw cacao powder 1 1/2 tbsp coconut oil 120 mls approx Koko or nut milk 4 tbsp maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla extract a…
Print Chickpea Fritters Print Recipe An easy lunch or light supper, full of vegetable protein goodness (and batter; let’s not forget batter……) Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 10 Total Time: 20 Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 2 cans of chickpeas 3–4 large carrots, grated 300g hard feta, chopped…
Print Concentration & Calm Smoothie Print Recipe A delicious smoothie to help keep you calm and focused. Author: Jane Hutton Prep Time: 600 Total Time: 600 Ingredients Copy to clipboard Copy to clipboard Scale 1x2x3x 1 avocado 1⁄2 a cantaloupe melon a couple of handfuls of spinach coconut water a splash of red grape juice…
