MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS

The colours of Christmas inspired this dish and it is perfect as a side dish to a butterfly marinated chicken on the BBQ and also perfect as lunch the next day. INGREDIENTS 1 Large Mug of dry Couscous1 Tbs Vegeta Gourmet Stock powder ( vegetable and chicken stock will do too)1 Tbs Minced Garlic1/2 Can […]

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PLAY KITCHEN – ON THE GRO PRODUCT REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

My boys Mr 3 and Mr 19 mths were lucky enough to have a play with On The Gro’s fab new product – IMAGINABOX. They come in Train, Car, Aeroplane and Oven. You can also buy straps for older kids to wear the train, car or aeroplane to extend their pretend play. We were lucky […]

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CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINING – SWEET POTATO, CASHEW & PARMESAN DIP

This is a lovely sweet purée dip perfect for salty corn chips and crackers. INGREDIENTS 1 Cup Sweet Potato mash ( bake in the oven and scrape out, or steam and mash)1/2 Can Chickpeas1/2 Cup Cashew Nuts1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Fresh herbs, parsley or chivesThe juice of 1/2 a lemonSalt and pepper […]

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CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINING – GHERKIN LOG DIP

This is an impressive way of serving up what is normally a rather ho hum dip. INGREDIENTS 1/2 Block Light Cream Cheese2 Gherkins, chopped finely1 Tbs Onion Flakes – found in the dry herb section of your supermarketFinely chopped parsley and garlic chives LET’S PUT IT ALTOGETHER 1. Place the cream cheese, gherkins and onion […]

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CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINING – CORN RELISH DIP

This dip is perfect for all members of the family. The bright yellow and sweet flavour makes it appealing to the little party goers as well as us big ones. INGREDIENTS 1 Block of Light Cream Cheese1/3 Cup Corn Relish2 Tsp Vegeta Gourmet Stock Powder LET’S PUT IT ALTOGETHER 1. Place all ingredients in a […]

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SALT DOUGH CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

This is a perfect activity for young children, older children and even for us mums. It’s just like working with play dough but you can keep your creations for decorating. INGREDIENTS 2 Cups Plain Flour1 Cup Salt1 Cup Water Optional: food colouring added to the water if you don’t want to paint. You can even […]

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NORDIC NATURALS – ULTIMATE OMEGA REVIEW PLUS GIVEAWAY

I enjoy a balanced diet but being a mum means we usually have little time for ourselves or forget to properly look after ourselves. I know I had been feeling quite stressed, exhausted and moody by the end of the day and also frequent headaches while I was at work using the computer (my glasses […]

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CHRISTMAS LUNCH – ATLANTIC SALMON & MUSHROOM PUFF SLICE

1 Fillet Atlantic Salmon, deskinned and cut into small cubes.4 Mushrooms, sliced 1 Onion Sliced finely, red onion preferred4 Eggs1 Cup Cream1 Tbs Gourmet Garden Coriander2 Sheets puff pastry, or enough to fit your tray. The tray used is a standard size biscuit tray with a lip.Salt and Pepper LET’S PUT IT ALTOGETHER 1. In […]

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HIDDEN CORN & ZUCCHINI PANCAKES (SAVOURY)

1 Corn cob, corn kernels sliced off1 Small zucchini, peeled and chopped1 Tbs Gourmet Gardeb Parsley (optional)1 Cup Plain Flour1 Cup Self Raising Flour1 Egg1/4 Light Olive Oil1 Cup Milk LET’S PUT IT ALTOGETHER 1. In a food processor blend up the corn kernels and zucchini until they form a purée.2. In a large bowl […]

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