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Herby Turkey Burgers

Herby Turkey Burgers that are so tasty you won't believe they healthy! Don't panic - these burgers may be low in calories but they are definitely not lacking in flavour. Healthy food doesn't have to be boring Healthy food doesn't just mean salads. I made these Herby Turkey Burgers as a healthier version of my Ultimate Bacon Cheese Burgers. I didn't realise just how healthy they would be until they were made. If I told you these burgers without the bun were less than 300 calories would ... continue reading...

Soups, Salads & Light Meals

Creamy Vegetable Curry Soup

Thick, creamy and comforting soup with the delicious flavours of your favourite curry. This Creamy Vegetable Curry Soup is quick, easy and packed full of vegetables and flavour.  Homemade soups are so much nicer than shop bought I do love a good soup. But as I've mentioned before, I am very fussy about soup. This is why I much prefer to make it myself rather than buy it. Making it yourself means you can control what is in it so it can be a healthy and delicious meal. Shop bought soups often ... continue reading...

Breakfast & Brunch

Mexican Eggs

Quick, really tasty and packed full of flavour. My Mexican Eggs are great for brunch, lunch or dinner and is one of my go-to quick meal favourites.  This is the first recipe I think of making when Mr Curly is away and I'm cooking for one. That isn't because he doesn't like it, it's because I think of it as a special treat just for me. You may think that sounds silly, but this is seriously good and you'll understand once you've tried it. I came up with these Mexican Eggs when I was thinking ... continue reading...

Desserts

Brioche & Christmas Pudding Bread & Butter Pudding

Soft delicious custard soaked brioche with tasty Christmas Pudding and crispy edges. Once you have eaten this Brioche & Christmas Pudding Bread & Butter Pudding, you will struggle to eat bread and butter pudding any other way again.  What is bread and butter pudding? Bread and butter pudding is a traditional British dessert. It is layers of buttered bread usually scattered with raisins and covered in an egg custard. This is then baked in the oven with the top getting ... continue reading...

Snacks & Sides

Mincemeat Pinwheels

Mince pies but without all of the cutting and assembling. My Mincemeat Pinwheels are really quick, very easy but still everything you want from a mince pie.  What is mincemeat? If you're not from the UK, you might not have heard of mincemeat. It is a sweet mixture of dried fruits, spices and spirits. So where does the name come from? Well back in the 12th century mincemeat was made using meat as a way of preserving it. Over the years the meat has been swapped for the fruit. So don't panic, ... continue reading...