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Zucchini Spag Bol

This recipe is a gem. The cinnamon and nutmeg are the most divine additions to add variety to a standard Bolognese. So simple and great for leftovers tomorrow, or frozen for later in the week. Grain free, gluten free, sugar free, dairy free, low carb and delicious! A perfect winter...

Sweet Potato Brownie

Sweet potato is one of my favourite foods. Full of fibre and manganese it is one of nature's best carbohydrate sources as these components assist in the carbohydrate metabolism, and therefore healthy blood sugar levels, satiety and hormonal control. Sweet potato is also packed full of vitamins and antioxidants -...

Super Easy All Natural Banana Bread

Who doesn't love banana bread? Keeping in line with TNN traditions (more about that here), I have created this Super Easy All Natural Banana Bread. I have only made it once, so I can't offer substitutions as yet, but please feel free to try different nut flours as you wish*....

These are a few of my favourite things…

Cacao Where do I start?  Raw cacao is nature’s super bean. Due to its’ extremely high ORAC score (a measure of antioxidant quantity), it is actually classed as a ‘super-antioxidant’ and therefore helps to prevent cellular damage, protect the heart, and naturally fight the aging process. Cacao is also a...

Coconut & Cacao Chia Pudding

High in calcium, iron, vitamin C, manganese and phosphorus, chia seeds are truly one of nature's superfoods. Their high omega 3 and natural fibre content also makes them fantastic for blood sugar control, which is the key to satiety, energy and weight management. Chia seeds are also a complete protein,...

Cashew, Date & Banana Quinoa Porridge

Quinoa is a fantastic gluten free alternative to oats, which I have written about here. This Cashew, Date & Banana Quinoa Porridge is the perfect winter warmer. Truly nourishing and delicious.  Ingredients (Serves 1-2) 1/3 cup quinoa 1 cup water 1 pinch Himalayan crystal salt 1 cup nut milk 1 teaspoon...

Choc Raspberry Brownie

This recipe will change your life. So simple and delicious, you may even be able to whip it up now if your pantry is stocked. The raspberries and rice malt syrup work perfectly together for some natural sweetness - no one will ever know it's refined sugar free. Delicious warm...

Raspberry & Coconut Crumble

Raspberries are an excellent source of vitamin-C and a powerful antioxidant. We've used them as the hero in our favourite warming dessert.  Ingredients 1 cup coconut flour 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes ½ cup grass-fed butter, melted ½ cup rice malt syrup ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups raspberries, fresh or...

Coconut flour: the scoop!

Coconut flour is a must have addition to your pantry. It is not only gluten free, grain free and low carbohydrate, but also extremely nutritious. Here's why: 1. Coconut flour is 14% coconut oil, a medium chain triglyceride (MCT) that is easily digested and readily absorbed by the liver. MCTs are a used...