Tag Archives: Almond

Chocolate and Hazelnut Tarts

Posted on October 7, 2016 by TheRobbInn

These little tarts are divine. They look and taste absolutely delicious and I found them fairly simple to make, especially as I had a little helper in the kitchen, who was also taster-in-chief. I  had ample ‘pastry’ for 36 mini … Continue reading →

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Kale and Cabbage Salad

Posted on September 5, 2016 by TheRobbInn

A simple yet tasty salad which I served with chicken strips and cauliflower steaks the first evening. I had enough left-over for the following day so I sprinkled a tablespoon of my frozen lemon granules over it, and WOW did … Continue reading →

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Grilled Apricots with Almond Mascarpone

Posted on July 3, 2016 by TheRobbInn

Out shopping the other day I spotted a punnet of delicious looking fresh apricots and immediately remembered seeing a recipe recently for stuffed apricots using ricotta and pistachios.  I went into three local supermarkets but none of them stocked ricotta … Continue reading →

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Orange Chocolate Cake

Posted on May 14, 2016 by TheRobbInn

Not long ago, I realized that I could freeze a whole lemon, grate it, store the granules in the freezer and use ALL of it in many recipes.  No waste – brilliant. Now I find a recipe where I can … Continue reading →

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Orange Chicken with Almond Pilaf

Posted on February 9, 2016 by TheRobbInn

Orange, chicken, almonds and vegetables really do make a delicious mix of flavours, especially with a few sprigs of thyme thrown in. I had some chicken thighs needed to be used up so used these instead of breasts.  I also … Continue reading →

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Grain-free Crepes (Dairy free)

Posted on February 7, 2016 by TheRobbInn

These crepes are ideal if you are avoiding dairy and/or grain.  They are simple to make and taste absolutely delicious served warm with a little honey, maple syrup, or even a spread of almond butter and banana.   Another way to … Continue reading →

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Creamy Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

Posted on January 30, 2016 by TheRobbInn

There are many, many recipes out there for Chocolate Smoothie but I really do think this one is one of the very best.  Thick, creamy and so delicious that my husband now includes it in his daily intake as it … Continue reading →

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Raisin Cookies

Posted on January 14, 2016 by TheRobbInn

I made these cookies for the first time recently and they are really tasty.  Soft and slightly chewy, they are grain free. The raisins could be exchanged for dark chocolate chips, cranberries or currants. INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup palm shortening, unsalted … Continue reading →

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Nilla Wafers

Posted on December 23, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Nilla Wafers have got to be my favourite ‘wafer’ or cookie to serve with ice cream or even just a cup of coffee. They are not my favourite wafer to bake though as they are a bit more fiddly than … Continue reading →

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Almond Butter, Caramel Swirled, Vanilla Bean-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Posted on December 6, 2015 by TheRobbInn

My third, and final ice cream made ready for Christmas.  I left this one until last as I thought it might be a bit trickier than the others, but I was wrong.   It worked perfectly but I would just recommend … Continue reading →

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