Author: Ruth

Dairy-free Umami Pesto

Dairy-free Umami Pesto

A twist on the classic Italian sauce of creamy pine nuts, garlic and basil. This Dairy-free recipe uses preserved lemons to replicate the umami of Parmesan.

Marinated Oily Fish

Marinated Oily Fish

Enjoy a raw fish breakfast by marinating fillets overnight in lemon juice and seasoning to ‘cook’ the proteins. Super easy and full of healthy amino acids.

Roasted Beetroot Soup

Roasted Beetroot Soup

Beautiful, vibrant soup made with roasted vegetables. If you normally dislike earthy beetroot, you will love the sweet, mellow flavour. A Dairy-free recipe.

Replacing butter with coconut oil in Baking Recipes

Replacing butter with coconut oil in Baking Recipes

This article provides a guide to replacing butter with coconut oil in baking recipes. I describe the role that fat plays to effect the structure and flavour, and the difference between using a solid fat and a liquid fat. I provide a simple set of instructions for adapting recipes, including a conversion chart, and recommend which recipes are most appropriate for substitution.

How to replace flour with ground almonds in baking recipes

How to replace flour with ground almonds in baking recipes

This article provides a short guide to replacing wheat flour with ground almonds in baking recipes. I compare the physical properties of both, and describe what affect they have on the structure and flavour of a bake. I provide a simple set of instructions for adapting recipes, including a conversion chart for the amounts to use.

How to replace sugar with honey in baking recipes

How to replace sugar with honey in baking recipes

This article provides a guide to replacing sugar with honey in baking recipes. I describe the role that sugar plays, and compare the different types of sugar that are commonly used in baking. I provide a simple set of instructions for adapting recipes, including a conversion chart, and recommend which recipes are most appropriate for substitution.