This delicious, medium spiced vegan Rogan Josh curry is quick and easy to make and much lower in fat than traditional takeaways! The quick and easy curry paste add bags of flavour, and it stores well, so you can make up double if you like and keep it in the […]
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Pumpkin and Butternut Squash Soup
I love autumn, with its golden colours and cosy nights in. As the weather turns colder, I stock up on two of my favourite vegetables, pumpkin and butternut squash. These versatile vegetables work in so many recipes, but I particularly love this really quick and easy soup that is delicious, […]
Chickpea (gram) flour pancakes
These lovely pancakes are made with chickpea (gram) flour instead of wheat flour. Somewhere between an omelette and a pancake, they are delicious stuffed with your favourite veggies and a bit of vegan cheese for a quick, healthy and delicious breakfast or light lunch. They are similar to the traditional […]
Vegan Very Berry Cupcakes
This is a vegan adaptation of my mother’s basic cupcake recipe (affectionately known as ‘Mum’s Buns’ in our house). It is pretty much fool proof and doesn’t require any complex ingredients. This is a great recipe to make with the kids as it is quick and easy to do. The […]
Homemade Houmous
Houmous (or Hummus) is simple, cheap, quick and so delicious. Popular in the Middle East and Mediterranean, this classic dip is an absolute favourite in our house. You will never want to buy shop bought hummus again once you try making your own! It uses just 6 ingredients, just pop […]
Vegan Pancakes (Crepes)
Pancakes are so versatile and delicious and it is easy to make a vegan version using just a few ingredients. It is best if you use a good non-stick pan as this will produce better results. Make sure you get the pan really hot before adding the batter and swirl […]
Red Pepper and Butternut Squash Lentil Dhal
I absolutely love lentil dhal! It is so comforting and tasty. There are lots of different variations, this is one I particularly love. You can make it hotter if you prefer, but I find this is just right for my kids to enjoy as well. Cheap, easy to make and […]
Vegan Chickpea Flour Mini Frittatas
These little mini frittatas are easy to make and really yummy! They don’t taste exactly like their eggy counterparts, but they are very similar and delicious in their own right! Make them ahead of time for a quick grab and go breakfast or lunch, or just enjoy them straight out […]
Lentil Spaghetti Bolognese
This is a firm family favourite in our house! It is simple, quick and cheap to make and a delicious, healthy alternative to the classic meat version. You can use dried green or puy lentils if you prefer, just cooked them according to the package instructions before adding the recipe. […]
Lentil and Aduki Bean Cottage Pie
A family classic, this vegan cottage pie (or shepherds pie, sometimes known as ‘shepherdless’ pie) recipe uses lentils and aduki beans in place of the meat in the traditional version. You can also use soya mince in this recipe if you prefer, it works really well with either. With lots […]
Black Bean and Butternut Squash Chilli
This is an amazing combination of flavours! If you are looking for a bit of a change from more traditional chilli’s then definitely give this a try. It is easy and quick to make with only a few cheap ingredients. You can add more chilli if you like things hot! […]
Sausage, Bean and Vegetable Cobbler
This recipe was a firm family favourite of my childhood. The scone topping makes it a lovely hearty meal, but it does work just as well without if you don’t have time. This is an easy meal to ‘veganise’ with some simple swaps for vegan versions of butter and sausages […]