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I like to try all the different vegetables on offer and this week I had an organic box delivery which had a great Butternut Squash nestled inside.
I wanted to make the most of what I could do with it so I have devised the best butternut squash supper recipe I can imagine which is great for all the family.
Luckily my boys and OH love their food and will try all the different dishes that I come up with. My eldest son loves sweet potatoes and I think that the butternut squash looks very similar. They have had it before but not like this, being made the star of the show!
The Best Butternut Squash Recipe. Great for all the family to enjoy.
Slice the Butternut Squash into 4 or 6 slices depending on how large it is.
Place on a baking tray with lining paper
Sprinkle on the olive oil
Add salt and pepper to taste
Roast in the over for 40 minutes
Cook the Quinoa for the required time depending on pre cooked or part cooked.
Take the Butternut Squash out of the oven and immediately grate over the parmesan cheese.
Serve straight away with the cooked Quinoa.
Tastes great with shredded cabbage!
I’d love to know that you think of this supper dish and if you are a fan of butternut squash.
If you like easy, delicious recipes then I think you will love my Easy Focaccia Bread. Try these two together and wow your friends and family.
This vegan chocolate cake recipe is one to keep. I came across the idea when I realised there were many more people that I know who are either vegan or who are removing some areas of food from their diet. There are so many ways in which we can tweak our favourite recipes to meet our own requirements.
With my vegan chocolate cake it does not contain any eggs or butter. The standard sugar has been replaced with Natvia sweetener – Natvia is made from the stevia plant and is completely natural – and the oil is vegetable oil.
This is a cake that is so versatile. It’s perfect with a hot coffee, if you fancy a summer party then adding fresh fruit will put the sunshine feeling into the day, or if it’s luxury you are after then vegan hazelnut frosting is something that will top this off a treat!
See how easy it is to make….
This No Egg, No Butter, Vegan Chocolate Cake is delicious! Try it out with fresh fruit or a hot steaming coffee. You can upgrade this to the best wedding cake with vegan frosting, it's so versatile.
Insert a clean toothpick into the centre of the cake to see if it is baked. If the toothpick comes out clean then it’s done!
I’d love to hear your thoughts and please rate the recipe if you like the look of it or if you have tried it.
I was given one pack of Natvia Sweetener to try. It works and tastes great in this cake!
Guest Posting for me today is Ruth, a 36 year old, mum of two from the West Midlands. Ruth’s a Lifestyle blogger, High school teacher and full time tea drinker.
Ruth blogs at www.craftwithcartwright.co.uk where she writes about recipes, reviews, parenting and crafts. Pop along when you’ve seen this yummy recipe and see her on her blog.
Chocolate and Cherry Tiffin Recipe.
Tiffin is a cold set hard pressed chocolate and biscuit combo. You’ll have to go far to find anything more deliciously chocolatey, sweet and crumbly. It is moreish beyond belief. In an attempt to make it slightly healthier I’ve added dried cherries, you could also try sultanas, cranberries or even figs. But be warned this is a calorific treat and should not be consumed in one sitting.
I also included in brackets how to make it gluten free, which is pretty simple with some ingredient substitutions.
You will need:
You’ll have to go far to find anything more deliciously chocolatey, sweet and crumbly. It is moreish beyond belief.
First crush the biscuits in a food processor or a sealed food bag with a rolling pin.
Then tip the crushed biscuits into a large mixing bowl and add the dried cherries.
Melt the butter, sugar, cocoa powder and golden syrup over a low heat in a heavy based saucepan.
Once melted, combine the butter mixture with the biscuits in the mixing bowl.
Press the mixture into an 8'' square tin and leave to cool.
Once cool, melt the chocolate in a bowl sat over a saucepan of simmering water or in a microwave.
Then spread it over the top of the biscuit mixture whilst still in the tin.
When set, remove the tiffin from the tin and cut into squares using a sharp knife.
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This Easy Granola Recipe can be made with or without the seeds and berries depending on your preference.
What you will need is:
3 cups of Porridge Oats
1 Tablespoon of honey or fruit syrup
A sprinkle of:
Dried Goji berries
Pumpkin seeds
Sunflower seeds
Jumbo flame raisins
Here’s what you need to do using the photos and some very easy steps…
Mix the honey or syrup into the oats in a large bowl so that they are covered.
Line a baking tray with parchment. Spread the oats in a thin layer. Bake on a medium heat for 10 minutes stirring once after 5 minutes. Make sure you keep an eye on them as they can go from bronze to burnt very quickly.
Mix in your choice of dried fruits and nuts and place back in the oven for 2 minutes. Take out of the oven and mix well.
Leave to cool before placing in an airtight container.
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Mix the honey or syrup into the oats so that they are covered.
Line a baking tray with parchment.
Spread the oats in a thin layer. Bake on a medium heat for 10 minutes stirring once after 5 minutes. Make sure you keep an eye on them as they can go from bronze to burnt very quickly.
Mix in your choice of dried fruits and nuts and place back in the oven for 2 minutes.
Take out of the oven and mix well.
Leave to cool before placing in an airtight container.
Today on #guestpost week we have the lovely Kerry from Blissful Domestication She has made this wonderful chocolate mug cake that looks totally scrummy. Over to you Kerry…..
I think these would make a great novel dessert for a dinner party, and as they only take 5-10 minutes to rustle up, you can impress your friends with minimal effort. I will be buying some prettier mugs for this very purpose!
As an added bonus of having chocolate cake in less than 10 minutes (as if one is needed!), because all the ingredients are mixed in the mug there is very little washing up to do- it’s win win really!
NB. I am a home cook, and have had no formal training in preparing food. So these are just recipes that I use at home for the family. Whilst I have taken time to try and be as accurate as possible, some of the quantities are approximate. I am always keen to learn, so if you think the recipe can be improved upon please take the time to comment below.
Thank you Kerry for being involved in this #guestpost series. Brilliant to have you featured here and I cant wait to try cake in a mug – genius. You can find out more about Kerry by visiting her social media sites below:
Twitter:Â @blissfulkerry
Facebook: blissfuldomestication
I'd love you to let people know about the #guestpost week here on the blogClick To TweetThis is a great easy cranberry sauce recipe as it is so quick to make. Also it has just 3 ingredients. It couldn’t be simpler to prepare, even at short notice as it only takes 15 minutes. Super tasty and looks great too. I love it with any of my christmas roasts and it can be used with your desserts too. I enjoy putting it with mince pies and cream.
What you will need is:
12oz cranberries
1 cup of sugar
1 cup of orange juice
Start by washing the cranberries in cold water and drain.
Place the orange juice and sugar in a large saucepan.
Stir together and bring to the boil.
When it’s reached boiling point turn down the heat to medium and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the cranberries and bring to a gentle simmer. You will hear and see them pop a little. Be careful of splashes so don’t get too close. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove from the heat.
Leave to cool until they reach room temperature.
Place in jars. It can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
It can also be frozen. If you want to do this then pop it into a freezer bag or appropriate plastic container and freeze when cool.
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