For the moment I am still turning on my oven for the odd meal or two – but to be honest I am not sure how long this will continue with a fierce heatwave on its way if the forecasts are to be believed. This is what I have planned for today, before it hits[Read More]
sweet potatoes
January is National Soup Month
Not surprising that January is National Soup Month really since almost all of us hanker after a bowlful of something warm and comforting when the roads turn icy, going out gets a frosty reception, and the only thing that can fix this is a soothing spoonful of something quick to heat. That said, I[Read More]
Rain or Shine Main Meal Salad
Meatballs feature quite frequently in my bariatric regime, I find them wonderfully versatile to serve with pasta, rice, salad, in wraps, on skewers … well you get the idea! Sometimes I make my own from scratch and sometimes I purchase some good quality ready-made ones. A favourite at the moment is the new Heck[Read More]
Souper Soother for Bad Weather Days!
There are times when I hanker after something sweet, warm and comforting, especially during the winter months, but also when the weather turns a little
One Potato, Two Potato…
Here is the bariatric-friendly potato dauphinoise recipe I made this weekend using two types of potato – fabulously colourful orange sweet potatoes and waxy Charlotte potatoes. The traditional cream has been replaced with quark and stock. This dish goes well with roasts, grills and roasted vegetables. It’s also fantastic reheated for the next day. [Read More]