Traybakes are my winter survival meal kits for mid-week eating. Ten minutes in terms of preparation and about 50 minutes in the oven means you can have a meal on the table in an hour. These, along with my slow-cooker, are much used solutions for our family meals. This one has tender chicken thighs[Read More]
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Craving Some Crunch?
Perhaps I have had too many soft and sweetish pancakes this week because today I definitely have a craving for something with a crunch and some deep savoury and fiery flavour!
Cod Salsa with Greens
Cod Salsa with Greens on the Bariatric Portion Plate I am frequently asked for a speedy (flash in the pan) type of recipe that is high in protein, low in carbs and fuss-free. This is one I turn to very often mid-week when there is barely time to look in the refrigerator, heat up[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]
The Last Hurrah?
Could this be the last alfresco eating weekend of 2013? It’s certainly our last Bank Holiday weekend in the UK and the perfect excuse for a meal out of doors. Unfortunately, after a promising start on Friday, the heavens opened here yesterday and produced a proper drenching or two and the sun has only just shyly[Read More]