Microwave hard boiled eggs are very easy, with no risk of leaving pots boiling dry on a stovetop. Perfect for busy people (parents, college students) and kids learning their way around the kitchen. Why This Recipe Works Fool Proof A great way for kids (and busy mums) to prepare hard boiled eggs with no risk of leaving a pot unattended on the stove. Perfect eggs every time. Ingredients you will need salt (optional) baking soda (optional) tap water egg Ingredient Notes and Substitutes Salt: This is an optional ingredient. Adding salt to the water when you boil an egg reduces leakage of e ..read more

A taco bar is one of my favourite family dinners. I provide a range of taco fillings and they get to decide which and how much goes on their plates from that selection. When it comes to Taco Bar Ideas, honestly almost anything goes. I've pulled together some of my favourites but you can mix and match to build your own taco bar. Why I love Taco Bars They are fun! You can use up leftovers from other meals They are perfect for family style dining They fit with my division of responsibility philosophy when it comes to feeding my kids. Anything goes! Taco Bar Ideas Protein toppings Taco meat ..read more

Use this baked beans recipe to make the most delicious hearty homemade baked beans that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch or an easy and economical dinner. Why This Recipe Works Gluten Free & Refined sugar free, yet the taste is so much better than store bought baked beans. Easy vegan recipe with no complicated steps An economical homemade heart warming meal. Ingredients you will need olive oil onion  garlic thyme smoked paprika apple puree/applesauce tomato puree wholegrain mustard vegetable stock pinto beans (canned) Ingredient Notes and Substitutes Thyme: Both ..read more

Treat Mom this Mother's Day with a homemade Mother's Day Brunch. I've pulled together more than fifty easy recipes that you can pick and choose from to make an epic Mother's Day Brunch your mum will love! No matter what type of foods your mum likes, I've got something that I am sure will be perfect Pancakes or waffles drizzled with maple syrup Egg dishes; omelets, egg muffins with a side of bacon Picnic Ideas: Recipes you can make in advance, pack up and take to the park Oatmeal recipes Smoothie ideas Toppings for Toast Muffins Easy bake: cakes, cookies and slices kids can make. Homemade sw ..read more

These Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins are easy to make with a blender. Nutrient dense they are great for breakfast, baby led weaning, kid snacks and lunchboxes. Why This Recipe Works Full of the goodness of oats Packed with protein from eggs and yogurt Loaded with fruit Ingredients you will need bananas oats greek yoghurt eggs vanilla extract maple syrup or honey frozen blueberries Ingredient Notes and Substitutes Bananas: The riper the better, the ones in my picture could be a bit riper if truth be told. Look for soft bananas with brown spots on the skin. Oats: This recipe calls fo ..read more

A peanut butter banana sandwich is the perfect snack for kids, salty, sweet, and a source of energy, fat, protein, carbs and fibre in every bite. I add a couple of things that make my version even more delicious then I like to toast it so that it's even more melty, and the bananas even more sweet and comforting. Why this recipe works Quick and Easy to make Nutritious Loved by kids The perfect combination of flavours, think banoffee pie Ingredients you will need bread butter peanut butter banana date cinnamon Ingredient Notes and Substitutes Bread: Choose your favourite bread, I like ..read more

Nut Free Snacks For Kids have become an absolute necessity. Peanut allergy and tree nut allergy are two of the 8 most common childhood food allergens. If you have a child with one of these allergies you will of course avoid using either peanuts, tree nuts or both. Because of the relative common incidence of peanut allergies and tree nut allergies many facilities such schools and day cares have nut-free food policies to keep children safe. This means no more peanut butter sandwiches and that most parents will need a collection of Nut Free Snacks for lunchboxes. Nutritional Alternatives to Nuts ..read more

Do you know what is better than popcorn chicken, popcorn crusted popcorn chicken. This take a fast food favourite is full of flavour, full of fun and gluten-free. Why This Recipe Works Popcorn works as a brilliant gluten free crumb, its crisp and delicious like panko bread crumbs but wheat-free I share a breading technique that uses mayonnaise, it makes for a very easy 2 step breading process. The popcorn chicken is baked in the oven, no shallow frying or deep frying required. Ingredients you will need Boneless chicken breast or tenderloin mayonnaise popcorn (popped) paprika thyme garli ..read more

A collection of thirty frozen treats and homemade popsicle recipes for kids. They are the perfect summer snacks for hot days. Popsicle Recipes and Frozen Treats For Kids On hot days nothing beats a yummy homemade cool-down treat from the freezer. I am sure your kids will love this collection of frozen treats. Popsicle Recipes Picture this: It's a scorching hot summer day, and you're looking for a cool treat to beat the heat. That's where homemade fruit popsicles come in! Made with fresh fruit and simple ingredients, these icy delights are perfect for kids (and adults too). Whether you're ..read more

Baked Mashed Potatoes are packed full of flavour, and the perfect side for busy nights as you can make them ahead of time. Why This Recipe Works My kids love them: Unfortunately I have yet to convince three of my kids on the awesomeness of a regular mashed potato recipe, but this one loaded with cheese and bacon is gobbled up by all four of them. They are make ahead: Like really make ahead, like I can make them on a Lazy Sunday and have them ready to go on a busy Wednesday. Comforting: Perfect on cooler evenings Ingredients you will need Potatoes  Chicken broth Butter Greek yogurt ..read more