My newest obsession – WATER KEFIR! A bubbly drink that is so good I can convince the kids it is cold drink, and so good for you that I don’t mind if they drink liters of it. Not really liters, but a lot… and often. It is packed full of gut-healing probiotics that are great … Read more Water kefir (Your complete How-to guide)
Who doesn’t enjoy a snack every now and then? Even if (or rather, especially when) you are trying to eat healthy. In our house we try to eat as little sugar as possible. That means limited fruit, dairy, carbs and starchy vegetables. But we do get cravings for something sweet from time to time, and … Read more Peanut butter cookies (LCHF, Keto, No sugar)
One of the hardest things we had to let go off when we embarked on our no sugar journey was pasta. We used to love having pasta at least once a week. Now, 4 years in, we do have pasta occasionally, but then we try to make everything else that we add to the pasta … Read more Nomato sauce (AIP, LCHF, Keto, no sugar)
For everyone who missed my Jeremy Clarkson reference, sorry, somedays my geekiness goes in overdrive. But even without understanding the reference, you should understand the weight of that statement, and this cheesecake really delivers on that promise. It is the best cheesecake you will ever have. I got this recipe att he first job I … Read more The best caramel cheesecake you will ever have
Why meal planning is a crucial part of how I survive on a single income, being a single mom of 2
An easy, no-fuss recipe for busy weekdays A firm favourite in our household, we love chicken wings in any form – baked, fried, in soup, on the braai. What makes it a real winner is how fast it cooks, making it perfect for those “I only have 30min until dinner time” days. Another quick dinner … Read more Baked chicken wings with yogurt and chive dip
Roulade – just a fancy name for a roll cake If you have read my previous post, you will know that I have been focussing heavily on my kids. Not just because of the lockdown (thank you Covid-19) but also because they have really needed it. There has been too many changes over the last … Read more Super easy chocolate brownie roulade with peanut butter-cream filling
The question that I get asked the most from family and friends with regard to our household? What do I feed my family? Odd, I thought. Until I really thought about it. Planning and executing healthy, balanced meals for a family is becoming a more daunting task by the day. We get “educated” in the … Read more Greek one-pot-wonder lamb with beans and feta pan
When I started on my low-carb zero sugar journey the thing I found to be the hardest was to not have pasta. I love love love pasta. Then my gnocchi was also taken away – no potatoes. Heartbreaking stuff. As I have gone on with this journey I have relaxed a bit and so I … Read more Gnudi
We live busy lives, as I am sure you do to. This recipe was born out of that rush – so many mornings we run out the door only to realise that we have not eaten and have nothing to take with. So I started making these cups with the idea that on these mornings I could grab a frozen egg cup, which will then defrost in the car and be ready for lunch. Or if you have an office job, with a microwave, you could quickly heat it up for a hot breakfast at your desk. They make the perfect snacks for that afternoon energy slump, and I have also on occasion given them to the kids for dinner… So many possibilities!