We’ve had some pretty wet and wild weather here this last week in the UK so I’ve kept myself pretty much indoors. I’ve been rattling some pots and pans and making some recipes well ahead of Hallowe’en and Bonfire Night. One such is this Spiced Pumpkin (or Squash) Soup which freezes beautifully. It’s a[Read More]
Bariatric Budget Buster Recipe
11 Ways To Save Money This Summer!
Having the kids at home from school during the summer (or just extra family and friends to stay) tends to mean one more meal a day and some special treats and snacks too. As a result, food expenses can skyrocket during the summer months. Here are 11 innovative ways to save on food costs, but[Read More]
Oodles of Noodles! /BBB12
I know that many bariatrics struggle with pasta like spaghetti, lasagne and macaroni after surgery – I’m lucky I don’t and easily manage a few tablespoons (but no more!). For some reason many more do seem to be able to tolerate egg noodles – maybe the thinner and more slippery texture of the[Read More]
When Cold Winds Do Blow ….
Cold winds and searingly freezing temperatures are hitting both sides of the pond at the moment and many of us need to fashion a warm meal or two from our storecupboard standbys. This is something I often do at this time of the year – making meals out of the remnants of a New[Read More]
A Warm Nourishing Dish for a Cold Day/BBB11
I have previously often avoided recipes and dishes that use celery in any quantity since many bariatrics find them hard to digest. However, having recently tasted the new crop of Fenland celery I have found that it has a less stringy texture (while still delivering its famous crisp crunch). The ‘nutty-sweet’ flavour is brilliant in[Read More]