Rhubarb crumble
A favourite crumble, perfect summer dessert, you could even freeze the rhubarb mix and save it for a rainy day.
Banana and Nutella Cake
I really like the idea of banana and nutella together, the oaty muffin recipe is good, but to me this works better… I have tried it a few times now and was happiest with this little adaptation! You can make a big cake, or bake as individual muffins. I found that the oil makes these stay nice and moist, so they are good hot or cold.
Pear and Chocolate chip cake
This was a but of an experiment, and it was absolutely delicious, probably best served cold, with dark chocolate. if you are a total chocoholic like me you could make a chocolate topping instead, or use a dessert spoon of nutella, marbelling it with yummy chocolate gooeyness!!
Easy peasy calamari
A big favourite at our house, and the squid should be delicious and tender not chewy or anything as it will be nice and fresh. Really quick to make and if you get squid and freeze it, it can be a quick rustle up store cupboard treat too.
I have put this in as a starter, but it can easily be a main dish too, we often make enough that it is our main meal.
Skinny Chocolate cake – Half the fat, but so rich and indulgent…
As I am a total chocaholic… I have adapted a very rich chocolate cake recipe and tested with low fat spread and half fat Elmlea cream to relieve the guilt, and take the pressure off my jeans! It really is lovely, and it still tastes of total indulgence. Perfect for a special occasion – and you can decorate it as you like. :~) This would also work really well as a tray bake for a birthday, or as individual fairy cakes.
Homemade Lasagne
This is a big favourite of ours, if you make it yourself you know exactly what’s in it too, so it can actually be fairly healthy. It can take a bit of time to put together so make extra as it freezes well, then you have a ready made meal for a busy day. 🙂
Sweet and Sour chicken balls
This is a relatively healthy, but delicious version of the classic sweet and sour chicken takeaway. I was surprised at how easy and tasty this is. It is my wife’s favourite from the local chinese restaurant, and met up to her high standards.
Fair trade chocolate brownies
By using fair trade ingredients for this recipe, you are making a difference. So enjoy your tasty treat with a happy conscience!