The goal is to wake up each morning and feel unbeatable, like a true champion that can take anything the day has to throw at you. Maintaining a healthy balanced lifestyle is more important now than ever before. I’m sure many of you are thinking, a healthy diet is boring, tasteless and difficult to prepare, right? I’m sorry… but i’m going to disappoint you. IT’S NOT! It is simple, tasty and full of colour to brighten up your day. Don’t forget that healthy, nutritious food is not only good for our bodies but also plays a great part in improving our minds condition. I’m here to show you that eating a balanced diet isn’t as difficult as you might think. So why don’t you try some of my Good Day Recipes and create something phenomenal!
Onions are extremely versatile in cooking, almost every dish starts with a base of onions. They develop a whole range of flavours depending on variety and also cooking technique, from a sharp acidic flavour as a raw ingredient to a mild and sweeter flavour after slow cooking. These unique vegetables are not only used
If you have never made bread before, but are wanting to give it a try, this is the perfect recipe for you. It is so simple you’ll never want to buy shop-bought bread again. We have all heard of the sourdough hype in recent years but let’s be honest, although it is delicious and
Shiitake Mushroom and Pak Choi Stir-Fry – Easy Meal If you are wanting to create a healthy meal that is packed full of flavour and extremely tasty, you can’t go too wrong with a stir-fry! They can be made super special with lots of unusual veggies, such as these Shiitake mushrooms or they can
It doesn’t get much more refreshing than a delicious ice-cold glass of homemade lemonade. I made this recipe on a very hot summers day here in the UK when my wife and I were heading off on an adventure to Kielder Forest for a hike. This drink is so refreshing and is sure to
This is by no means a traditional risotto recipe. However, this is a fantastic cheat version of risotto for you to make at home. With a few basic ingredients, this recipe is extremely tasty and simple to throw together. I assure you the whole family will be satisfied with this Easy Risotto Recipe with
This one was a bit of a store cupboard recipe and what I mean by that is, frantically going through the kitchen cupboards and fridge to see what ingredients I can find to concoct a delicious evening meal. I get a bit of a thrill when I’m creating Ready Steady Cook style dishes like
Lasagne is a household favourite. It’s filling, comforting and is the essence of traditional home cooking for the family. I’ve given this Italian classic a vegetarian twist by swapping out the meat for a delicious green lentil ragu and exchanging bèchamel Sauce (my béchamel sauce recipe card here) for a light, creamy homemade ricotta
Have you heard about Egg Muffins? No, I hadn’t either! Until my wife said why don’t you make some egg muffins for breakfast and it blew my mind how simple this alternative high protein, low carb, healthy breakfast is. I’m so glad these were brought to my attention because they are amazing. I will
Avocados, one of the most popular “trendy” foods going and I can see why. They contain good fats, they are naturally sodium, sugar and cholesterol-free and they contain vitamins A, D, K and E. What’s not to love about them? For more excellent avocado facts check out this article by greenblender.com. My recipe for
Fruit Slushies, Slush Puppies, Slurpees or whatever you call them. They truly bring back many childhood memories. I couldn’t pass a slushie machine as a child without wanting one, although that’s probably got something to do with all the added sugar and E numbers making them so addictive. I don’t know what it is
This recipe is all about celebrating the simplicity of an ingredient when it is in season and its flavour is at its best. I bought these lovely carrots at a farm shop with the tops still attached, the first I’d seen like that this year so I had to buy them! At first, thinking
I’m going to start by highlighting that making a salad has no boundaries. It can be warm or cold, contain fruits or vegetables, seeds or nuts, meat or dairy and even eggs. The only limit is your own imagination. This Shredded Rainbow Salad with Yoghurt Dressing is the perfect example of how to mix
This Mexican Style Bulgur Wheat and Black Bean Salad is a beautiful summer salad for a light lunch or even a main meal. It is packed full of wonderful healthy vegetables and beans, with a little bit of spice thrown in for good measure. This recipe serves 4 people and doesn’t break the bank.
Fruit sorbet is the summer dessert you must have in your freezer. It’s so refreshing on a hot day and the perfect way to end a meal. This Raspberry and Gooseberry sorbet recipe is so easy to make I think you will be surprised. You don’t even need an ice cream maker to make
This Effortless Flatbread Recipe with No Yeast is one of my favourite recipes, not only is it easy to make but it goes well with any stews or soups, dipped in hummus or used as a wrap. They are easy to store and perfect to pop into the freezer to extend the shelf life
This Green Lentil and Vegetable Broth recipe is one of my go to soups when I’m in need of a good hearty and healthy lunch. This broth has lots of nutritional benefits and is packed full of protein so it will definitely keep you full of energy throughout the day. This recipe is suitable
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