lifestyle · parenting

October’s plans and updates.

Wow, this is awkward and boy, oh boy am I crap?! I mean seriously. It's been another month that has made me wonder if the God's are after driving me down into the path of insanity. Thankfully my health is on the mend but now comes the mammoth task of catching up with all my… Continue reading October’s plans and updates.

Desserts and Sweets · Recipes

Chocolate Mousse

This traditional pudding is both quick and very indulgent. They are best made a good few hours before serving so that they have time to set properly in the fridge. I don't recommend that pregnant woman or small children eat this dessert due to the use of raw eggs. Ingredients: (serves 2) 40g 70% Good… Continue reading Chocolate Mousse

Drinks · Recipes

Almond Hot Chocolate With Whipped Cream.

A delightfully naughty hot chocolate that can be prepared in the microwave. Go on, treat yourself!

Mains · Recipes

Lazy Tomato, Basil and Mushroom Sauce.

Today has been way too busy to properly prepare and organise a full on home cooked meal so I raided the cupboards and fridge and threw together a sauce. Simple, delicious and ridiculously cheap! This could easily be doubled (or trebled) and the left overs frozen to make another meal even easier! Added bonus? You… Continue reading Lazy Tomato, Basil and Mushroom Sauce.

Drinks · Uncategorized

Strawberry, Watermelon, Gin and Tonic Slushy.

A fruity little tipple that will make Gin lovers swoon!

Desserts and Sweets · Recipes

Summer fruits upside down cake.

This is so simple to do and is an ideal summer desert. Buttery, moist with a slight tang from the fruit. Ingredients: Base: 360g frozen mixed summer fruits 40g icing sugar Sponge: 110g sugar 110g softened unsalted butter 110g Self raising flour 2 medium eggs 1tsp vanilla essence Method: Place 360g of frozen mixed summer… Continue reading Summer fruits upside down cake.