All posts by: Leanne

GREEK LAMB MEATBALLS

by in Recipes June 14, 2018

Here is the recipe for the Greek Lamb Meatballs which accompanied the Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad posted on June 5th. I am also including the recipe for the Tzatziki I made to serve with them. MEATBALLS In a large bowl combine everything except the feta cheese and mix until everything just combined. Add the feta […]

VEGAN OAT BREAD

by in Recipes June 12, 2018

I was asked by a friend to make a vegan version of my oat bread and here it is. I made a few attempts, and finally have made one I am very happy with.   It is moist and as good as the original recipe. You need to make the egg replacement in advance – 2 […]

CAULIFLOWER AND CHICKPEA SALAD

by in Recipes June 5, 2018

Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad with Greek Lamb Meatballs and Home Grown Lettuce!! A delicious meal to keep both vegetarians and carnivores happy!!! Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad 2 small cauliflowers drizzle of olive oil 2 brown onions, cut in half and finely sliced 3 tablespoons ghee 100g flaked almonds 50g sultanas 1 bunch corriander leaves 1 […]

WALKING THE CAMINO

by in Health Tips May 27, 2018

I did not write a post last week as I was walking the Camino with my daughter, two of her school friends and their mothers. The girls were walking to raise money for Focus Ireland. We had a brilliant time – perfect weather, lots of laughs and lots and lots of steps!!!!!! We walked from […]

HALLOUMI SALAD

by in Recipes May 19, 2018

I made this salad whilst I was in Melbourne, but now the sun is showing its face here in Dublin, it is a delicious fresh salad to enjoy al fresco!!! Ingredients Method To make the dressing, in a bowl combine the red onion, chilli, lemon juice, olive oil, 1/2 the sumac and a pinch of […]

SUNSHINE IN THE GARDEN

by in Health Tips May 10, 2018

A beautiful morning in my vegetable garden – it is amazing what a little bit of sunshine can do. The apple trees are in blossom and the basil and tomatoes are ready to be planted out. The first of my asparagus is up (they have been in three years now!) and I just love my […]

OAT BREAD

by in Recipes May 9, 2018

Here is another “wheat free” bread recipe, this time made with oats. If you used gluten free oats, then this too would be a gluten free bread. This bread is also full of “good for you” ingredients. It is delicious fresh or toasted. This bread is so easy to make and is really delicious. It […]

WHEAT FREE BREAD

by in Recipes May 1, 2018

I am often asked about healthy alternatives to shop bought bread, so in todays post I am giving you the recipe for Gluten Free Brown Yeast Bread, which I learnt how to make in Maggie Lynch’s cooking class a few weeks ago. This bread is not only Gluten Free but also Wheat Free. Being Gluten […]

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