Following on from my first post about it being International Sweet Potato Week from 4th – 18th April, it’s certainly fair to say that sweet potatoes are certainly a hugely versatile ingredient that can be used in many sweet and savoury dishes, including dessert! These pots are decadent, chocolatey and secretly healthy thanks to blending […]
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Sweet Potato Veggie Biryani
Did you know that International Sweet Potato Week runs from 4th to 18th April? An initiative from The American Sweet Potato Marketing Institute to encourage everyone to incorporate more sweet potatoes into their diet, they are one of my favourite ingredients in a number of both sweet and savoury dishes – I love the naturally […]
Fudgey Apple Brownies
In collaboration with freeze-dried food company Lio Licious, I’m excited to share a recipe with you using their brand new Apple Powder. With no preservatives or additives, 100% pure powdered apple weighs less than its fresh counterpart, meaning you don’t need to use much to get a huge boost of flavour and nutrition. A versatile […]
Double Chocolate Protein Brownies
A picnic or al fresco dining wouldn’t be right without brownies, would it? Especially double chocolate, high protein ones! In collaboration with Alpro using their plant-based range of yogurts and drinks, I’ve created these divine vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free treats using their delicious cashew milk and Hazelnut Chocolate Dessert Moments yogurts. Make them ahead then […]
Veggie Chilli-Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
I’m sure many of us are keen to hunt down quick, convenient and healthy foods when time is short but we still want to eat well. Although I’m not usually one for ‘convenience foods, when award-winning brand Strong Roots got in touch with their mission to ‘revolutionise frozen food’, I was intrigued. Having just launched […]
Seeded Vegan & Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Bread
One of my favourite brands when it comes to stocking up on healthy baking essentials is Indigo Herbs, who specialise in ‘unique ethical premium quality Superfoods, Vegan Plant Protein, Mushroom Powders, Herbs and Loose Teas’. A friendly bunch offering all kinds of goodies, I was recently set a challenge to create a gluten-free, vegan and […]
Not-So-Indulgent Chocolate Easter Cake
I think out of all the Easter-themed recipes I have created and posted on my blog recently, this is my favourite Easter #IndulgingInnocently creation. To coincide with International Sweet Potato Week (from 1st – 13th April) in collaboration with American Sweet Potatoes (you may have seen my other recipes over here) I’ve created a wonderfully delicious […]
Sweet Potato & Beetroot Chickpea Pizza
I’ve been challenged with created a selection of recipes in celebration of International Sweet Potato Week (from 1st – 13th April) in collaboration with American Sweet Potatoes. Being a big lover of the super nutritious bright orange root vegetable, I love how versatile they are in both sweet and savoury recipes – it’s hard to […]
Sweet Potato, Edamame, Feta & Pomegranate Salad
As part of a campaign with American Sweet Potatoes to celebrate International Sweet Potato Week (from 1st – 13th April), I’ve been challenged to create a series of recipes showing how versatile and delicious sweet potatoes are. I’ve always been a huge fan of the bright orange root vegetable, whether blended up and used in sweet […]
#CaribbeanTreasure – Inntravel’s Dominica Sweet Potato Cake
I was recently invited to be part of a campaign hosted by Inntravel to help promote a new holiday to the Caribbean – Dominica (not to be confused with Dominican Republic!). Midway between the two French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, Dominica is – for those in the region – the Caribbean ‘as it used […]
Sweet Potato, Coffee & Tahini Brownies
Blogging, social media, stats, engaging with followers, working with brands, finding sources of inspirationg… These were just some of the things I discussed with fellow Manchester bloggers at the recent #WeBlogMCR event, hosted by Holly, Emmylou and myself at the incredible iHub Office in City Tower. Bringing together 15 of some of our city’s finest […]
One-Pan Crunchy Spicy Baked Eggs
In case you’ve missed it, I’ve recently developed some recipes for Rolla Granola: these dairy/gluten/refined sugar-free delicious Raspberry, Chocolate & Chilli Brownies and this not-so-naughty Nutty Salted Caramel Cheesecake. YUM. So that’s the sweet recipes covered, but what about using their savoury, paleo-friendly Sweet Potato ‘Neanderthal Nibbles’ variety? Let me introduce you to this super […]
Eat Lean Cheese Verdict + Healthy Gluten-free Pizza recipe!
Spotting Eat Lean Cheese on Instagram, I had to look again. High in protein (we all know this about cheese, but this contains 40% more than regular full-fat Cheddar), no carbs or sugar, lactose and gluten-free, and only 3% fat. This Protein Cheese is ‘made using natural ingredients by real cheesemakers on a real dairy […]
Healthy Chocolate-Smothered Spiced Protein Cakes
These spiced, spongey cakes of goodness smothered with a ‘rich chocolate’ sauce are one of my favourite creations to date. I could cook and bake with both pumpkin and butternut squash all day; their versatility and ability to be whizzed up, added to sweet recipes and resulting in a deliciously moist and soft texture while […]
Sweet Potato Nacho ‘Burrito’ Bowl
Mexican food happens to be one of my favourite cuisines thanks to the husband’s influence. Anything that combines a smoky chipotle sauce with a bit of a kick works wonders for me, so I thought I’d put my pack of MuscleFood extra lean chicken mince to good use and immerse it in these flavours. I was […]