HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of 15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD To make the 15 Minute Larb Gai Salad: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add chicken mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up bigger chunks for about a minute or so. Add dried chilli, kaffir lime leaves, sliced onion and spring onions. Stir and

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NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

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Add and melt butter. Add flour and whisk until fully incorporated. Cook for a minute. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated. Bring back to the simmer, whisking. When the sauce has thickened, whisk in garlic powder (or other flavouring ideas). HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes FRENCH WAFFLES WITH COINTREAU CREAM In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, macadamia oil, yolks and half the milk until smooth. Add remaining milk and zest and set the mixture aside for 10 minutes to "develop". Heat waffle iron to hot. In the meantime, beat whites until firm peaks form. Add the whites to the mixture and fold through gently. HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of 15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD To make the 15 Minute Larb Gai Salad: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add chicken mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up bigger chunks for about a minute or so. Add dried chilli, kaffir lime leaves, sliced onion and spring onions. Stir and

cook for

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

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Add and melt butter. Add flour and whisk until fully incorporated. Cook for a minute. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated. Bring back to the simmer, whisking. When the sauce has thickened, whisk in garlic powder (or other flavouring ideas). HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes FRENCH WAFFLES WITH COINTREAU CREAM In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, macadamia oil, yolks and half the milk until smooth. Add remaining milk and zest and set the mixture aside for 10 minutes to "develop". Heat waffle iron to hot. In the meantime, beat whites until firm peaks form. Add the whites to the mixture and fold through gently. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes RUSSIAN POTATO SALAD (AKA POLISH POTATO SALAD) Simmer for about 20 minutes or until you are able to pierce through the potatoes with a knife. Drain and set aside to cool completely. Hard boil the eggs and set aside to cool. In the meantime, core the apple, then dice it along with the onion and cucumbers into 0.5cm

cubes. Place in a

SPINACH AND RICOTTA LASAGNE WITH TOMATO SAUCE Add spinach and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the spinach leaves have wilted down. Stir through garlic. Remove from heat. Using a pair of kitchen scissors chop the spinach (still in the pan), roughly. Place ricotta in a large bowl and break up into large chunks using a spoon. Add eggs, Italian herb mix, pepper and salt. PASTA-LESS VEGETABLE AND BEEF LASAGNA Preheat oven to 200C (180C fan-forced, 400F, gas mark 6). To prepare the mince sauce: brown the mince and onion in a large pot, breaking up the meat into small granules. Add the spices, garlic, pepper, undrained corn kernels, canned tomatoes and arrabbiata sauce. Stir all NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. FIORETTO SPAGHETTI ALFREDO RECIPE Fioretto served in a creamy lemony alfredo sauce with pasta and topped with crunchy olive oil breadcrumbs. Here is an easy recipe for a mid-week dinner ready in minutes. THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. ULTIMATE GUIDE IN SEASON: FRUIT VEGETABLES AND HERBS Hi! My name is Martyna and Wholesome Cook is a collection of yummy recipes and product reviews - a portfolio of sorts for my recipe development and testing business and a place where I explore natural, additive-free and allergy-friendly recipe ideas that HOW TO MAKE WHOLESOME HOMEMADE SAUSAGE ROLLS Crispy, wholesome and delicious – not exactly the kind of words that come to mind when you think of a regular sausage roll, are they? No, but this is not a regular sausage roll recipe.No, this is a gourmet, home-made sausage roll recipe. HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of 15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD To make the 15 Minute Larb Gai Salad: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add chicken mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up bigger chunks for about a minute or so. Add dried chilli, kaffir lime leaves, sliced onion and spring onions. Stir and

cook for

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20

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Add and melt butter. Add flour and whisk until fully incorporated. Cook for a minute. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated. Bring back to the simmer, whisking. When the sauce has thickened, whisk in garlic powder (or other flavouring ideas). HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of 15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD To make the 15 Minute Larb Gai Salad: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add chicken mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up bigger chunks for about a minute or so. Add dried chilli, kaffir lime leaves, sliced onion and spring onions. Stir and

cook for

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20

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Add and melt butter. Add flour and whisk until fully incorporated. Cook for a minute. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated. Bring back to the simmer, whisking. When the sauce has thickened, whisk in garlic powder (or other flavouring ideas). HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes RUSSIAN POTATO SALAD (AKA POLISH POTATO SALAD) Simmer for about 20 minutes or until you are able to pierce through the potatoes with a knife. Drain and set aside to cool completely. Hard boil the eggs and set aside to cool. In the meantime, core the apple, then dice it along with the onion and cucumbers into 0.5cm

cubes. Place in a

SPINACH AND RICOTTA LASAGNE WITH TOMATO SAUCE Add spinach and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the spinach leaves have wilted down. Stir through garlic. Remove from heat. Using a pair of kitchen scissors chop the spinach (still in the pan), roughly. Place ricotta in a large bowl and break up into large chunks using a spoon. Add eggs, Italian herb mix, pepper and salt. PASTA-LESS VEGETABLE AND BEEF LASAGNA Preheat oven to 200C (180C fan-forced, 400F, gas mark 6). To prepare the mince sauce: brown the mince and onion in a large pot, breaking up the meat into small granules. Add the spices, garlic, pepper, undrained corn kernels, canned tomatoes and arrabbiata sauce. Stir all NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. FIORETTO SPAGHETTI ALFREDO RECIPE Fioretto served in a creamy lemony alfredo sauce with pasta and topped with crunchy olive oil breadcrumbs. Here is an easy recipe for a mid-week dinner ready in minutes. THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. ULTIMATE GUIDE IN SEASON: FRUIT VEGETABLES AND HERBS Hi! My name is Martyna and Wholesome Cook is a collection of yummy recipes and product reviews - a portfolio of sorts for my recipe development and testing business and a place where I explore natural, additive-free and allergy-friendly recipe ideas that HOW TO MAKE WHOLESOME HOMEMADE SAUSAGE ROLLS Crispy, wholesome and delicious – not exactly the kind of words that come to mind when you think of a regular sausage roll, are they? No, but this is not a regular sausage roll recipe.No, this is a gourmet, home-made sausage roll recipe. HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD To make the 15 Minute Larb Gai Salad: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add chicken mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up bigger chunks for about a minute or so. Add dried chilli, kaffir lime leaves, sliced onion and spring onions. Stir and

cook for

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer.

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Add and melt butter. Add flour and whisk until fully incorporated. Cook for a minute. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated. Bring back to the simmer, whisking. When the sauce has thickened, whisk in garlic powder (or other flavouring ideas). NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKSFORGET SOFT DRINKS (~27.5G SUGAR PER CUP)SOFT DRINKS AND FLAVOURED SODAS. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF SOFT DRINK VARIETIES AROUND THE WORLD AND THEY ALL HAVE ONE THING IN COMMON. AT FULL STRENGT...> TRY A FRUITTY TEA SODA ( FOR LEMON WATER ( REPLENISH WITH COCONUT WATER (~11G OF SUGAR PER CUP)I’VE TRIED ALL SORTS OF COCONUT WATERS RECENTLY AND WHILE GETTING THE STUFF OUT OF A YOUNG COCONUT YOURSELF CAN BE SATISFYING AND FUN, THEY CAN BE...QUIT FLAVOURED MILK AND MILKSHAKES (~25G OF SUGAR PER CUP)FLAVOURED MILK AND MILKSHAKES. I HOPE YOU’RE STARTING TO SEE A PATTERN. THIS ONE FRUSTRATES ME A LOT BECAUSE IT IS MAINLY AIMED AT CHILDREN. AND AS...> TRY MILK WITH THE BASICS (~12G OF SUGAR PER CUP)SO FAR I HAVE BEEN SUCCESFUL IN SUGGESTING MY HEALTHIER ALTERNATIVES, AND I OFTEN ENJOY A LITTLE GLASS OF CACAO MILK MYSELF AS AN AFTERNOON TREAT....BANISH BOTTLED AND POWDERED ICED TEAS (~21G SUGAR PER CUP)BOTTLED AND POWDERED ICED TEAS. DON’T BE FOOLED BY PRE-BOTTLED MIXES, ADVERTISING THEIR ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES AND SO FORTH, BECAUSE WE LIVE IN TIM...> MIX TEA + ICE (<1G OF SUGAR PER CUP)I HAVE TO SAY THAT IN SUMMER I LIKE TO ENJOY A BIG GLASS OF LEMON ICED TEA LIKE THIS. IT’S MUCH CHEAPER TO MAKE IT YOURSELF, AND EXTREMELY EASY TOO... So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. HOW TO MAKE WHOLESOME HOMEMADE SAUSAGE ROLLS Crispy, wholesome and delicious – not exactly the kind of words that come to mind when you think of a regular sausage roll, are they? No, but this is not a regular sausage roll recipe.No, this is a gourmet, home-made sausage roll recipe. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD To make the 15 Minute Larb Gai Salad: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add chicken mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up bigger chunks for about a minute or so. Add dried chilli, kaffir lime leaves, sliced onion and spring onions. Stir and

cook for

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer.

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HOW TO MAKE WHOLESOME HOMEMADE SAUSAGE ROLLS Crispy, wholesome and delicious – not exactly the kind of words that come to mind when you think of a regular sausage roll, are they? No, but this is not a regular sausage roll recipe.No, this is a gourmet, home-made sausage roll recipe. SPINACH AND RICOTTA LASAGNE WITH TOMATO SAUCE Add spinach and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the spinach leaves have wilted down. Stir through garlic. Remove from heat. Using a pair of kitchen scissors chop the spinach (still in the pan), roughly. Place ricotta in a large bowl and break up into large chunks using a spoon. Add eggs, Italian herb mix, pepper and salt. VEGAN MUSHROOM SAUCE AND CAULIFLOWER SCHNITZEL Bake in the oven for 7-10 minutes. Meanwhile prepare the sauce. Peel and mince garlic. Heat the olive oil in a medium frying pan set over medium high heat. Add mushrooms, pepper and salt. Cook, stirring for about 5 minutes, stir in the garlic. Transfer mushrooms to a bowl and return pan to medium low heat. THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. FRENCH WAFFLES WITH COINTREAU CREAM In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, macadamia oil, yolks and half the milk until smooth. Add remaining milk and zest and set the mixture aside for 10 minutes to "develop". Heat waffle iron to hot. In the meantime, beat whites until firm peaks form. Add the whites to the mixture and fold through gently. 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISN Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

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THREE HEALTHIER CHRISTMAS HAM GLAZE RECIPES 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. 1 tablespoon rice syrup or honey. Instructions. Pit cherries if using whole ones. Place all ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes, or until HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

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NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISN Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

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HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

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NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISN Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

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22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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MUST TRY GREEN TEA SOUP WITH NOODLES Pour in boiled water. Reduce heat to low, add teabags, ginger and noodles simmer for 4 minutes. Remove teabags and add soy sauce or tamari. Turn off the heat. Add salmon, mix into the soup gently and leave to poach for 2 minutes. If using, add seaweed, edamame and chilli. Meanwhile, mix miso in a bowl with 1/2 cup of broth to make a

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THE BEST CREAMY PEPPERCORN SAUCE FOR STEAK Instructions. In a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add green and black peppercorns and cook for 20 seconds in bubbling butter. Add stock, wine and bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce and cook off the alcohol. Add cream and cook for a further 5 minutes for the sauce to thicken slightly. HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. FRENCH WOMEN'S MAGICAL LEEK SOUP Instructions. Slice leek and mushrooms. Finely dice carrot. Trim and chop beans. Heat butter or spread in a large saucepan, add leek and cook until translucent. Add mushrooms, carrot and berans stir fry for a minute. Cover with stock and cook for 20 minutes on a medium simmer. Serve with a slice of sourdough or crusty baguette (feel free to MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes ROCKPOOL'S CAFE DE PARIS BUTTER FOR STEAKS Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Roll Cafe de Paris Butter into a 2 inch diameter log, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm. Any unused butter can be frozen if it is not going to be used within a week or so. To serve, slice Cafe de Paris Butter into rounds (and bring to room temperature) before serving on top of hot steaks. ULTIMATE GUIDE IN SEASON: FRUIT VEGETABLES AND HERBS Hi! My name is Martyna and Wholesome Cook is a collection of yummy recipes and product reviews - a portfolio of sorts for my recipe development and testing business and a place where I explore natural, additive-free and allergy-friendly recipe ideas that HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

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NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISNBAMBOO CHARCOAL BREADBLACK CHARCOAL BREADCHARCOAL BREAD RECIPECHARCOAL BREAD

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Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

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HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

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NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISNBAMBOO CHARCOAL BREADBLACK CHARCOAL BREADCHARCOAL BREAD RECIPECHARCOAL BREAD

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Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

can

22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir MUST TRY GREEN TEA SOUP WITH NOODLES Pour in boiled water. Reduce heat to low, add teabags, ginger and noodles simmer for 4 minutes. Remove teabags and add soy sauce or tamari. Turn off the heat. Add salmon, mix into the soup gently and leave to poach for 2 minutes. If using, add seaweed, edamame and chilli. Meanwhile, mix miso in a bowl with 1/2 cup of broth to make a

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SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

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THE BEST CREAMY PEPPERCORN SAUCE FOR STEAK Instructions. In a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add green and black peppercorns and cook for 20 seconds in bubbling butter. Add stock, wine and bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce and cook off the alcohol. Add cream and cook for a further 5 minutes for the sauce to thicken slightly. HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. FRENCH WOMEN'S MAGICAL LEEK SOUP Instructions. Slice leek and mushrooms. Finely dice carrot. Trim and chop beans. Heat butter or spread in a large saucepan, add leek and cook until translucent. Add mushrooms, carrot and berans stir fry for a minute. Cover with stock and cook for 20 minutes on a medium simmer. Serve with a slice of sourdough or crusty baguette (feel free to MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes ROCKPOOL'S CAFE DE PARIS BUTTER FOR STEAKS Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Roll Cafe de Paris Butter into a 2 inch diameter log, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm. Any unused butter can be frozen if it is not going to be used within a week or so. To serve, slice Cafe de Paris Butter into rounds (and bring to room temperature) before serving on top of hot steaks. ULTIMATE GUIDE IN SEASON: FRUIT VEGETABLES AND HERBS Hi! My name is Martyna and Wholesome Cook is a collection of yummy recipes and product reviews - a portfolio of sorts for my recipe development and testing business and a place where I explore natural, additive-free and allergy-friendly recipe ideas that HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

all

NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISNBAMBOO CHARCOAL BREADBLACK CHARCOAL BREADCHARCOAL BREAD RECIPECHARCOAL BREAD

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Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

can

HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts. Martyna @ Wholesome Cook April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. April 22, 2020. 0 658. This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS Season with salt and pepper. – Curried Egg Avo and Lettuce: Mash 2 eggs with 1/2 avocado, salt, pepper, a good pinch of curry powder and a light squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lettuce, baby spinach or both. – Veggie Egg Salad: mash an egg with a tablespoon each of HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS Instructions. Heat oil in a saucepan big enough to fit the rice paper rounds for 2 minutes on high heat, reduce heat to a medium and continue heating until the oil reaches 180C or you can see little "veins" forming in the oil in the bottom of the pan. Pop the corner of one of the sheets into the oil - it should bubble immediately when the

oil

NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS To make Northern Chinese Lamb Dumpling filling: Place onion with 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a small pan and cook on low heat until the onion is soft and translucent. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil and shredded wombok. Cook over low heat until the cabbage has wilted and halved in volume. BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Instructions. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Grease an oven-proof dish or skillet with olive oil and place fish, skin side down, in the dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes (you will need to a little longer for thicker fillets). Test your fish by pushing a skewer into the flesh – if there is resistance, it will need to cook a little longer. SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

all

NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. VEGETABLE, CHICKEN AND BACON RIND SOUP Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for a minute. Add onion or fennel and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until the onions softens. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring for a minute. Add broth, potatoes, chicken bones and meat, bacon rind and bay leaves. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir 5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISNBAMBOO CHARCOAL BREADBLACK CHARCOAL BREADCHARCOAL BREAD RECIPECHARCOAL BREAD

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Here are 5 best uses for activated charcoal. Teeth Whitening – there are many toothpastes and toothpowder products on the market with activated charcoal as the active (or only) ingredient. Having used My Magic Mud activated charcoal toothpaste I can say that it actually works – be careful when handling and brushing as activated charcoal

can

22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS 22 Quick Mince Recipes. Many of the following easy dinner ideas with mince can be made with any type of mince. Ground meat such as beef, chicken, turkey or or pork are great. You can now also find plant-based vegan mince or mince meat mixed with veggies. Even fish can go well in some of them, – see my Fish mince recipe on hints how

to make

THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY Wipe down wok with paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon oil and return to heat. Add onion, spring onions and beans. Stir fry until onion has separated and starts to caramelise. Add mushrooms and stir fry for another couple of minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Stir MUST TRY GREEN TEA SOUP WITH NOODLES Pour in boiled water. Reduce heat to low, add teabags, ginger and noodles simmer for 4 minutes. Remove teabags and add soy sauce or tamari. Turn off the heat. Add salmon, mix into the soup gently and leave to poach for 2 minutes. If using, add seaweed, edamame and chilli. Meanwhile, mix miso in a bowl with 1/2 cup of broth to make a

slurry.

SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS To make the Potato Gnocchi: Boil potatoes for about 20 minutes or until soft. Drain, toss in the pot and place back on low heat for a moment to get rid of excess moisture. Mash using a potato masher. Set aside to cool down. Once the potatoes are at room temperature, mix in the egg, then sift in the flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon until

all

THE BEST CREAMY PEPPERCORN SAUCE FOR STEAK Instructions. In a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add green and black peppercorns and cook for 20 seconds in bubbling butter. Add stock, wine and bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce and cook off the alcohol. Add cream and cook for a further 5 minutes for the sauce to thicken slightly. HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Instructions. Slice bread, if unsliced, and place in a zip lock bag. Remove excess air from the bag and zip up. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week re freeze for up to 6 months. When freezing, remove single slices and thaw out slices on the bench for 10 minutes or pop in the microwave for 20 seconds. Frozen slices can also be toasted. FRENCH WOMEN'S MAGICAL LEEK SOUP Instructions. Slice leek and mushrooms. Finely dice carrot. Trim and chop beans. Heat butter or spread in a large saucepan, add leek and cook until translucent. Add mushrooms, carrot and berans stir fry for a minute. Cover with stock and cook for 20 minutes on a medium simmer. Serve with a slice of sourdough or crusty baguette (feel free to MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Mouthwatering oven-braised pork scotch fillets with winter vegetables. Preheat oven to 180C (350F, gas mark 4). Peel and slice carrots, halve Brussels sprouts and potatoes, quarter onions. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, drain and set aside to cool. Place stock, a couple of onion wedges sliced finely, one sage sprig, two thyme sprigs, bay levaes ROCKPOOL'S CAFE DE PARIS BUTTER FOR STEAKS Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Roll Cafe de Paris Butter into a 2 inch diameter log, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm. Any unused butter can be frozen if it is not going to be used within a week or so. To serve, slice Cafe de Paris Butter into rounds (and bring to room temperature) before serving on top of hot steaks. ULTIMATE GUIDE IN SEASON: FRUIT VEGETABLES AND HERBS Hi! My name is Martyna and Wholesome Cook is a collection of yummy recipes and product reviews - a portfolio of sorts for my recipe development and testing business and a place where I explore natural, additive-free and allergy-friendly recipe ideas that HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS If you are bored of eating the same old sandwich five days a week, read on for 22 quirky and healthy sandwich and wrap filling ideas for school and work. Includes some Paleo wrap options which can be used with most of the fillings. HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS What is it? They are rice paper sheets that are fried. It’s a deep fried food so be mindful it’s definitely not an everyday side but when you are entertaining and are looking for a bit of a fun element at the table, these will be your friend.. What oil did you use? I used organic cold pressed sunflower oil for these originally, and this time fried them in Cobram’s light tasting cold 15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD Larb Gai, a Thai minced chicken salad is one of my favourite sweet, salty and sour style dishes. Pork, or firm tofu for a vegetarian version, can also be used - just add soy sauce (or tamari as a gluten-free option) instead of fish sauce in the recipe. NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS The most common stuffing in Chinese dumplings would have to be pork. A mixture of pork and prawn popular in dim sum. However, lamb used in

the

BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Inspiration for the John Dory recipe. The beauty of taking a European holiday in August is the abundance of fresh produce. It sits right in

that sweet spot of

PIZZA BIANCA

Pizza Bianca (also known as pizza blanca or white pizza) is topped with a white sauce instead of tomato sauce. The sauce is super simple

to make

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Why activated charcoal should not be used in food. As the trend has emerged activated charcoal now appears in many food products. Everything from toothpaste, bottled water, fish and chips and activated charcoal bread on purpose. To make them look black and

hipster.

THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY It may seem like a more expensive option at over $40 a kilo, but a 250g fillet goes a long way if you add more vegetables to your dish. If price is an issue, use scotch fillet instead or buy beef from the bargain corner which tends to be reduced by up to 50% or buy in bulk

with friends.

HEALTHY RECIPES FOR HAPPY LIVING This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and 22 HEALTHY SANDWICH AND WRAP FILLING IDEAS If you are bored of eating the same old sandwich five days a week, read on for 22 quirky and healthy sandwich and wrap filling ideas for school and work. Includes some Paleo wrap options which can be used with most of the fillings. HOW TO MAKE RICE PAPER PUFFS What is it? They are rice paper sheets that are fried. It’s a deep fried food so be mindful it’s definitely not an everyday side but when you are entertaining and are looking for a bit of a fun element at the table, these will be your friend.. What oil did you use? I used organic cold pressed sunflower oil for these originally, and this time fried them in Cobram’s light tasting cold 15 MINUTE LARB GAI SALAD Larb Gai, a Thai minced chicken salad is one of my favourite sweet, salty and sour style dishes. Pork, or firm tofu for a vegetarian version, can also be used - just add soy sauce (or tamari as a gluten-free option) instead of fish sauce in the recipe. NO MORE JUNK: 6 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO SUGARY DRINKS So here it is, a run down of the 6 most popular sugar-laden “junk” drinks and a way how you can make tasty and healthy low sugar drinks alternatives.With some commercially-made low sugar drink suggestions as well. 1. Forget Soft Drinks (~27.5g sugar per cup). Soft drinks and flavoured sodas. There are hundreds of soft drink varieties around the world and they all have one thing in common. NORTHERN CHINESE LAMB DUMPLINGS The most common stuffing in Chinese dumplings would have to be pork. A mixture of pork and prawn popular in dim sum. However, lamb used in

the

BAKED JOHN DORY WITH LEMON CAPER DRESSING Inspiration for the John Dory recipe. The beauty of taking a European holiday in August is the abundance of fresh produce. It sits right in

that sweet spot of

PIZZA BIANCA

Pizza Bianca (also known as pizza blanca or white pizza) is topped with a white sauce instead of tomato sauce. The sauce is super simple

to make

5 BENEFICIAL USES FOR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL AND WHY BREAD ISNBAMBOO CHARCOAL BREADBLACK CHARCOAL BREADCHARCOAL BREAD RECIPECHARCOAL BREAD

RECIPE

Why activated charcoal should not be used in food. As the trend has emerged activated charcoal now appears in many food products. Everything from toothpaste, bottled water, fish and chips and activated charcoal bread on purpose. To make them look black and

hipster.

THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY It may seem like a more expensive option at over $40 a kilo, but a 250g fillet goes a long way if you add more vegetables to your dish. If price is an issue, use scotch fillet instead or buy beef from the bargain corner which tends to be reduced by up to 50% or buy in bulk

with friends.

22 QUICK MINCE RECIPES FOR EASY DINNERS The following easy mince recipes work well with any ground meat: chicken mince, turkey mince, pork mince, veal mince, beef mince or

lamb mince.

THE SECRET TO THE BEST MOST TENDER BEEF STIR FRY It may seem like a more expensive option at over $40 a kilo, but a 250g fillet goes a long way if you add more vegetables to your dish. If price is an issue, use scotch fillet instead or buy beef from the bargain corner which tends to be reduced by up to 50% or buy in bulk

with friends.

MUST TRY GREEN TEA SOUP WITH NOODLES This green tea soup takes 25 minutes to make and is made with green tea leaves (or tea bags) rather than the more pungent matcha powder. Add some greens, salmon, noodles and miso paste for even more

healthful benefit.

ROCKPOOL'S CAFE DE PARIS BUTTER FOR STEAKS The secret to a good Cafe De Paris Butter, lies in quality butter and a perfect balance of fragrant herbs and curry powder. The following recipe is not just any loose interpretation of the sauce, it is inspired by one of Australia’s best, Neil Perry of Rockpool Bar and Grill.For homemade cultured butter see this post.. I would be kidding myself, and you, if I told you that this post was SIMPLE POTATO GNOCCHI AND 3 TOPPING IDEAS Great ideas for gnocchi and toppings and I have one more for dessert. Make the dough into a circle about the size of your palm. Place one or two teaspoons of plum or apricot jam in the middle and roll the dough into a ball so the jam is in the middle. THE BEST CREAMY PEPPERCORN SAUCE FOR STEAK In a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add green and black peppercorns and cook for 20 seconds in bubbling butter. Add stock, wine and bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce and cook off the alcohol. MOUTHWATERING OVEN-BRAISED PORK SCOTCH FILLETS WITH WINTER Pork scotch fillet steaks are a great alternative to a regular Sunday night's roasts. The meat is succulent and soft because the it is braised (cooked in stock) gently and full of beautiful flavours from the exotic spice mix. Best of all, it takes care of itself. ULTIMATE GUIDE IN SEASON: FRUIT VEGETABLES AND HERBS Hi! My name is Martyna and Wholesome Cook is a collection of yummy recipes and product reviews - a portfolio of sorts for my recipe development and testing business and a place where I explore natural, additive-free and allergy-friendly recipe ideas that FRENCH WOMEN'S MAGICAL LEEK SOUP The French women don't get fat magical leek soup recipe calls for just a handful of ingredients, tastes great and is said to help weightloss. HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY In my opinion this is the best way to store bread to keep it from going stale and mouldy. It will save you hundreds of dollars off your grocery bill and applies to a huge variety of bakery items.

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How to Stick to a Weekly Grocery Budget – The Ultimate Guide

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HOW TO STICK TO A WEEKLY GROCERY BUDGET – THE ULTIMATE GUIDE Martyna @ Wholesome Cook June 18, 2018November 4,

2019

How to Stop Bread From Going Stale and Mouldy

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HOW TO STOP BREAD FROM GOING STALE AND MOULDY Martyna @ Wholesome Cook May 24, 2019September 13, 2019 ShareWaste – let someone else turn your food scraps into compost

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SHAREWASTE – LET SOMEONE ELSE TURN YOUR FOOD SCRAPS INTO COMPOST Martyna @ Wholesome Cook May 30, 2019May 29, 2019 About US I believe that we are all different and no single diet fits everyone the same. I call it Bioindividuality. That’s how we eat. So, I adapt my recipes to all of our needs – it’s quite simple and this is how I present recipes on the blog, and in my cookbooks, with

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