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Carrot Miso Mushroom Risotto with Ricotta

This is a super easy risotto to make, using miso stock, a simple carrot puree, wild mushrooms and creamy ricotta. As we all know, stirring is an important part of making any risotto because it helps release the starch to make it rich and creamy. This doesn’t mean you should […]

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Sicilian Pasta Pesto alla Trapanese

When I learned of this Sicilian recipe I really, really didn’t want to make it. I really, really wanted it to just appear in front of me immediately. A pesto made from tomatoes, almonds, basil and parmesan – there’s nothing on that list that doesn’t inspire a quick trip to […]

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Bulgar, Harissa,Tomato & Chickpea Salad

Bulgar is commonly know for it’s place in “Tabbouleh”, a well known recipe with parsley as the main ingredient, lemon, tomatoes, cucumber and mint.  Bulgar is incredibly versatile, easy to cook with and works well with endless combinations of herbs, spices and flavours. This is ready in 10 minutes and […]

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Bulgar, Beetroot, Feta and Kale Salad

Fiery chillies and zesty orange give this salad a fresh and spicy edge.  Kale is the perfect leafy green for it because it really keeps it’s crispness if left in the fridge for a few days. With Beetroot, orange and pomegranate too – this bowl of goodness definitely finds it […]

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Red Pepper and Cashew Rigatoni

Cashew sauce is a seriously good development in the realm of vegan eats.  Not one drop of cream. Not a whiff of dairy.  How is it so creamy? It just nuts!  Blitz it with sweet, roasted red peppers and you have a perfectly acceptable pasta feast.  

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Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower & Yoghurt Wrap

Shawarma is a dish originating in the middle east and is typically made up of thinly sliced roasted meat, marinated in spices and served on warm pita or flatbreads.  We’re replacing the main component here with roasted cauliflower because, well, roasted vegetables are better, aren’t they?! The spice mix in […]

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Mushroom and Lentil Ragu

This is really quick to bowl of pasta to prepare and is so rich and satisfying.  Adding brown miso to the sauce brings a seriously good depth of flavour.  Can we agree that adding red wine to most recipes usually makes for a successful culinary experience!  Brown lentils work best […]

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Linguine Romesco

Romesco is a traditional Spanish sauce made with roasted red peppers and almonds. It is heaven mixed into a bowl of pasta and buried under a thick layer of grated parmesan or vegan cheese.    It’s spaghetti you won’t regretti.