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Sweet Potato, Beetroot and Goat’s Cheese Galette

I’ve always ‘roughly’ known what a galette was but when I decided to make this recipe I looked up the meaning just to satisfy myself. The term galette is used primarily to refer to rather rustic, free-form tarts-made with a single … Continue reading

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Banana Bread #2

I often make Banana and Raisin Bread, and you will usually find some in my freezer as it freezes beautifully, but I wanted to try a different recipe and this Paleo one seemed to fit the bill. The bread was … Continue reading

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Asparagus Quiche

I love a nice Quiche.  Asparagus being one of my favourite vegetables plus a herby pastry makes this a rather delicious meal. I used dried basil in the pastry but mixed herbs would work, or any fresh herbs available. Gluten-free … Continue reading

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Lemon Tarts

The lemon curd used in this recipe is probably one of the nicest curds I’ve tasted.  It is so lemony – not a synthetic lemon, nor a too sweet lemon, which so many are, but really fresh and tasty and … Continue reading

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Cranberry Chocolate Gingerbread Cake

I have never liked ginger biscuits, ginger cake or gingerbread in any form ( although I love ginger in main meals) but this recipe defies logic as I love it – it’s possibly the mix of cranberries and/or chocolate that … Continue reading

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Gluten-Free Pastry #2 Mince Pies

My second attempt at gluten-free pastry for mince pies and this one scored a superb 10/10 from my husband who says I can make as many as I like !! The beauty of this pastry is that it can be … Continue reading

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Lemon, Coconut and Chia Seed Biscuits

Who doesn’t love a biscuit (or two) occasionally.   These Lemon, Coconut and Chia Seed biscuits are a very tasty item to find in the biscuit tin and are quite simple to make. The chia seeds give a delicious little ‘crunch’ … Continue reading

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Raspberry, Strawberry and Coconut Cake

Served with a little coconut cream or natural yoghurt, this cake would make an excellent dessert.  Alternatively, a slice is perfect for afternoon tea or as a snack.   My grandchildren couldn’t get enough of it when I served it … Continue reading

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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

I used to love Lemon Poppy Seed muffins and not long ago I indulged in one whilst we were out.  Apart from finding it oversweet, the lemon flavour was very synthetic and I didn’t enjoy the experience at all,  so … Continue reading

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Raisin Cookies

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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