I am definitely one of those people who relish a challenge and the bigger it is the better. However I must admit that I met my match in gingerbread houses. My numerous attempts over the years have trialed different recipes, different templates but they have all ended with me and everyone else covered in flour and close to tears. Of my many attempts the most memorable one included using Ryvitas to … [Read more...]
Kale, mint + chocolate chip ice cream {Vegan, Raw, Paleo, Gluten, Dairy, Sugar free}
Nothing sums up summer quite like a large bowl of beautifully creamy ice cream devoured on a warm sunny day. While you can't guarantee that the sun will shine you can be guaranteed perfectly smooth ice cream with this simple recipe. Mint chocolate chip ice cream has been my favorite ice cream flavor since childhood. It's gloriously vibrant green hue, refreshing taste and hidden chunks of rich … [Read more...]
Cookie dough Easter eggs {Vegan, Raw, Paleo, Gluten, Dairy, Sugar free}
As amazing as warm cookies are I must admit that my favorite type of cookies is in fact cookie dough. Half the effort, no waiting for them to cook (perfect for someone as impatient as I am!) and most importantly just as delicious if not even more so. Whenever we were baking as young children my mom would always tell us to not eat the dough in case we got sick, unsurprising once you tell a child … [Read more...]
Butternut squash, sage + miso brown rice risotto {Vegan, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar free}
Only five more sleeps to Christmas and I already can't stop thinking about Christmas dinner or more importantly this butternut squash risotto followed by a slice of the gooey chocolate brownie cake I shared last week! I am completely obsessed with this risotto. The texture is so wonderfully nourishing and comforting while the brown rice leads a deliciously nutty component. It doesn't get more … [Read more...]
Winter spiced almond and pecan butter {Vegan, Paleo, Gluten, Dairy, Sugar free}
Anyone who follows my Instagram account will know that I ADORE nut butter! I use it in everything from indulgent healthy desserts to creamy salad dressings and everything in between. I had a bit of a dilemma over whether to call this winter spiced or Christmas pecan and almond butter but I decide that to strict this to just Christmas time would be a crime. Considering that I live in Ireland where … [Read more...]
Kale, sweet potato + roasted brussel sprout salad + maple tahini dressing {Vegan, Paleo, Dairy, Gluten free}
Since I listened to my mom when she told me to eat my good food first (mothers do always know best!) I though I would start off my Christmas recipes with this healthy kale, sweet potato and roasted Brussels sprout salad. My mom always insists on having Brussels sprouts along with our Christmas dinner but they usually just end up languishing on everyone's plate. I think Brussels sprouts are a love … [Read more...]
Healthy hazelnut hot chocolate {Vegan, Paleo, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar free}
Few things offer such comfort during the cold Wintery months as a large mug of steaming and creamy hot chocolate. Once the evenings start to get long I always find myself drawn the kitchen to make up a quick mug of this warming chocolate delight (I tell myself it helps me sleep!) Making your own healthier hot chocolate is so simple. The hazelnut butter not only makes this a really rich and creamy … [Read more...]
