Tag Archives: Gluten Free

Odds and Ends Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles

My husband loves it when I make something using up the odds and ends of things in my fridge, as he never knows what he is going to get. I decided to make a chicken stir-fry as I had a … Continue reading

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A Trio of Dips

We had a slightly different Christmas Day this year where we had a variety of ‘starters’ served throughout the day, sitting down to eat our main meal at around 4.30pm.  The children (and the grown-ups) loved the idea and it … Continue reading

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Smoked Salmon on Baked Potato Skins

One of the appetizers I made for Christmas Day was Smoked Salmon on Baked Potato Skins.   I like to be organized and I knew that the potato skins could be made in advance and stored in the freezer until the … Continue reading

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Honey Yoghurt Semifreddo with Raspberries and Pistachios

Although this is classed as an elegant summer dessert, I found it ideal to serve on Christmas Day as an alternative to the heavy Christmas pudding.  An additional advantage is that it could be made in advance and kept in … Continue reading

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Vegetarian Party Cups

I tried out loads of new recipes this Christmas but one of the best was Vegetarian Party Cups which can be found on You Tube by Aaron Craze. I prepared the sauce and vegetables the day before; chopped the nuts … Continue reading

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Nilla Wafers

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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Chocolate Macaroons

Tasty little cookies to keep handy over the holiday period.  I used dairy-free chocolate to dip the macaroons in so anyone who is trying to be dairy-free can enjoy them. INGREDIENTS: 3 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened) ½ cup cacao powder … Continue reading

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Chilli Roasted Cashew Nuts

WARNING:  If you do not like spicy nibbles – this recipe is NOT for you. Chilli Roasted Cashew Nuts are hot and spicy and will have you going back for more.   The perfect nibble to serve with beer or cocktails … Continue reading

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Candied Maple Pecans / Walnuts

Once a year I make candied pecans and walnuts using maple syrup – Christmas, and every year I have trouble keeping them until the actual day!   Along with chilli cashews, they are my favourite nibble of all time. This year … Continue reading

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Cheese Crackers (Gluten and Grain Free)

These crackers are so moreish that as soon as they have cooled, I have to pack them away quickly as I cannot stop nibbling them. I made half with a salty topping, and half with a sprinkling of freshly ground … Continue reading

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