It’s amazing what a bit of focus can produce. These cookie-dough protein balls are a direct inspiration from ‘use it up January’ which, as the name implies, focuses on using stuff up in January, and they are completely delicious and satisfying. 'Use it up January' was the … [Read more...] about Cookie dough protein balls
Pulled Pork
3 tbsp salt 4 teaspoons sugar 2 tbsp paprika, smoked or unsmoked 1 tbsp fennell 1 tbsp cumin 1tbsp mustard 1 tsp garlic (2-3 cloves) 1 tsp black pepper 4-5 kg pork neck (20/25Euro) Take pork out of fridge (Do the rubbing in advance if there is time, and leave to … [Read more...] about Pulled Pork
Carrot top pesto
Last week at the local market carrots were back in full season - fresh, organic carrots with their green springy mops still attached. I've always said no thanks if the seller offers to chop the tops off, as they are a favourite treat with the guinea pig. Until recently I didn't … [Read more...] about Carrot top pesto
A Happy Nappy
Today I laid to rest a washable nappy, or diaper, depending on where in the world you are. It is 13 years old. My youngest child was the only of my four children to live the washable nappy experience. This was, I would say, a direct result of the swift dose of reality I took on … [Read more...] about A Happy Nappy
Incredible yoghurt
The first time I made yoghurt, incredible creamy, delicious yoghurt, I couldn't believe I'd made it. It was THE... Best yoghurt, amazing yoghurt, a positive Donald Trump of yoghurt. (It was a joke, it's just not funny any more). Yoghurt makers (Silvercrest brand at Lidl) … [Read more...] about Incredible yoghurt
