Monthly Archives: October 2013

Oat and banana ‘Breakfast Buffins’

Posted on October 27, 2013 by

I have invented the ‘Breakfast Buffin’ – it’s half way between a biscuit (think flapjack) and a muffin. Well everyone else is doing it these days – the cronut, the doissant, the ramen burger… The reason for this creation is … Continue reading →

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Preserved Christmas pears

Posted on October 20, 2013 by

Today has been a day of leisure, because we are still reeling from the effects of exhaustion after yesterday’s bottling, pickling and jamming extravaganza! Our kitchen often seems to be a refuge for other people’s surplus fruit and vegetables. So … Continue reading →

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Spelt tray-bake pizza

Posted on October 20, 2013 by

This is a big Saturday night tray-bake pizza and an absolute fav. There is nothing authentic or Italian about this pizza base! But it’s massive, wholesome, hearty, comforting and wheat-free. For the pizza base you need: 500g spelt flour 1/2 … Continue reading →

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How to organise a street party

Posted on October 11, 2013 by

A neighbour and I organised a Big Lunch street party back in June, and yes, I’ve finally managed to write up our experience. If you find yourself living in a new environment and want to meet your neighbours then this … Continue reading →

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