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Author: Kristina

I like to cook! I have always been involved in making and creating food from as far back as I remember. My mother is an amazing baker and cook and I have grown up eating anything from hearty slow cooked meat dishes to homemade apple strudel. My mums native country is Germany but my parents have a house in Italy so whenever we go over to theirs for lunch or supper we are always treated to an eclectic mixture of foods.

Before having children I decided they too would love to be in the kitchen like me but little did I know that parenting is not at all what you expect. My 8 year old son Charlie loves eating anything and everything but doesn't share my passion for culinary creativity whilst my 5 year daughter Poppy loves getting stuck in. She, however, is not as keen on eating things which don't contain sugar!

Anyone can cook its all about taste, smell and not being afraid to just have a go. I always say to people "what is the worst that can happen". I know lots of people who are too scared to even try and deviate from a recipe in case it goes wrong. I have had plenty of things go wrong, however, they are usually perfectly edible.

I am visually impaired and in some areas of life things can be a bit more a challenge but the kitchen is a leveller you don't have to be able to see miles to be a great cook!

My main focus in the kitchen is on delicious family food which is easy to prepare yet is still full of flavour.

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Pudding, Sweet treats

Blueberry custard cake 

Some people call these magic cakes because the eggs form …

by Kristinaupdated on 22nd October 201822nd October 2018Leave a Comment on Blueberry custard cake 
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Quick dinners, Winter warmers

Lamb aubergine and pomegranate Tagine

Aubergines are on offer in Tescos, hence the influx of …

by Kristinaon 21st October 201821st October 2018Leave a Comment on Lamb aubergine and pomegranate Tagine
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Quick dinners

Aubergine vegan Bolognaise

I love aubergines, lots of people are scared of them …

by Kristinaon 20th October 201820th October 2018Leave a Comment on Aubergine vegan Bolognaise
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after school snack, Pudding, Sweet treats

Chocolate loaf cake

What better way To celebrate #nationalchocolateweek on a Friday than …

by Kristinaon 19th October 201819th October 2018Leave a Comment on Chocolate loaf cake
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Pudding, Sweet treats

Autumn cheesecake in a glass

I keep wearing my coat on the school run etc …

by Kristinaon 18th October 201818th October 2018Leave a Comment on Autumn cheesecake in a glass
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Curry, Quick dinners

Roasted spicy butternut squash 100% vegan

I am all about butternut squash at the moment. It’s …

by Kristinaupdated on 17th October 201817th October 2018Leave a Comment on Roasted spicy butternut squash 100% vegan
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Curry, Quick dinners, Winter warmers

Slow cooker lamb, chickpea and spinach curry

I hope this curry doesn’t offend anyone who has the …

by Kristinaupdated on 29th October 201816th October 2018Leave a Comment on Slow cooker lamb, chickpea and spinach curry
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after school snack, Sweet treats

German, caramel apple cake

These may be the ramblings of a mad woman, I …

by Kristinaupdated on 15th October 201815th October 2018Leave a Comment on German, caramel apple cake
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Quick dinners

Stuffed peppers

It’s getting autumnal – warm, comfort food is in order. …

by Kristinaupdated on 15th October 201810th October 2018Leave a Comment on Stuffed peppers
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Quick dinners, Winter warmers

40 minute cauliflower cheese

Day 5 of an ill house – I feel disconnected …

by Kristinaupdated on 15th October 20189th October 2018Leave a Comment on 40 minute cauliflower cheese
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Quick lunch, Soup, Winter warmers

Quickest cream of tomato soup with thyme croutons (Vegan)

I needed some orange warmth to enter into my life …

by Kristinaupdated on 15th October 20188th October 2018Leave a Comment on Quickest cream of tomato soup with thyme croutons (Vegan)
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Bread, Quick dinners, Quick lunch

Quick frying pan pizza

We have had a slouchy, lazy Sunday today, dog walk, …

by Kristinaupdated on 15th October 20187th October 2018Leave a Comment on Quick frying pan pizza
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after school snack, Sweet treats

White chocolate, raspberry and pecan cookies

I always try and make something for the kids to …

by Kristinaupdated on 15th October 20185th October 2018Leave a Comment on White chocolate, raspberry and pecan cookies
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after school snack, Sweet treats

chocolate chip ginger cookies

I am having cravings right now for all the things …

by Kristinaupdated on 2nd October 20182nd October 2018Leave a Comment on chocolate chip ginger cookies
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Quick dinners, Winter warmers

Hasselback tomatoes

Hasselback tomatoes I am not sure if I hasselback tomatoes …

by Kristinaupdated on 28th September 201828th September 2018Leave a Comment on Hasselback tomatoes
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Pudding, Winter warmers

Warming stewed apples and plums

It hasn’t been very autumnal, we have had a glitch …

by Kristinaupdated on 27th September 201827th September 2018Leave a Comment on Warming stewed apples and plums
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after school snack

Melty Marmite, cheddar and thyme biscuits

Even though it’s often said about Marmite,  “you either love …

by Kristinaupdated on 26th September 201826th September 2018Leave a Comment on Melty Marmite, cheddar and thyme biscuits
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after school snack, Healthy snacks, Quick lunch

Sundried tomato and thyme hummus

Hummus is a staple with us, we eat tonnes. Don’t …

by Kristinaupdated on 26th September 201825th September 2018Leave a Comment on Sundried tomato and thyme hummus
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after school snack, Sweet treats

Vegan Chocolate and pear cake with salted caramel sauce

I have never really cooked anything dairy free before but …

by Kristinaupdated on 26th September 201824th September 2018Leave a Comment on Vegan Chocolate and pear cake with salted caramel sauce
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fish, Quick dinners

Spice Tailor salmon curry

It’s cold outside – I need warning from the inside, …

by Kristinaupdated on 26th September 201823rd September 2018Leave a Comment on Spice Tailor salmon curry
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