Category Archives: Easy Food Recipes

Coffee Ice Cream

Creamy, cold and caffeinated, this ice cream is everything your morning iced coffee should be. Decaffeinated coffee beans work well here too. Slideshow: More Ice Cream Recipes  Published on September 8, 2016 What do you need to drink to function every morning? Coffee. What conveniently often comes in coffee flavor? Ice cream. Creamy, cold and caffeinated, this

Sausage meatball & mushroom pasta

step 1Cut each skinned sausage into 4 and roll into small meatballs using your hands. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 mins until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.step 2Tip the onion into the

Creamy lentil curry

step 1Rinse the lentils thoroughly to remove excess starch and soak them in water for about 30 mins. Drain and set aside.step 2Heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat. Tip in the onion, garlic and ginger and cook for 5 mins until the onions become translucent.step 3Stir in the tomato purée and

West African Peanut Soup

Photo by Abi Olay Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 55 minutes Serves 6 Author Notes Creamy and delicious peanut soup is very commonly eaten across West Africa with starchy food. It is easy to prepare with store cupboard staples and is very versatile. Peanut soup is traditionally prepared with ground peanut, but this recipe

Black-and-White Halvah

Step 1Lightly coat an 8 1/2×4 1/2″ loaf pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper, leaving a 2″ overhang on long sides. Place a sheet of parchment paper on work surface and lightly coat with nonstick spray. Beat white tahini and 1/2 tsp. salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with

Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Makes 1/2 cup dressing Author Notes This incredible salad dressing is easy light and flavorful. It’s great on all varieties of salads. I plated a handful of Arugula with some heirloom tomato slices and dressed with this homemade Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette. Talk about waking up the taste buds! It’s sooooo good. —Gaia Goodness

Stuffed Shells

A casserole of jumbo shells filled with ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella baked in tomato sauce to oozy, melty perfection will have everyone clamoring for a seat at the table. It’s supreme comfort food and it’s easy enough to put together for a satisfying weeknight meal.  Classic Cheese-Stuffed Shells It’s a weeknight and the hordes are

Mala Fried Peanuts

Step 1If using unblanched (skin-on) peanuts, place in a medium bowl and pour in water to cover. Let soak at least 6 hours and up to 12 hours. Drain peanuts, then rub off skins with paper towels if needed.Step 2Arrange peanuts on a rimmed baking sheet and freeze at least 2 hours and up to

The best apple crumble

Frequently asked questionsCan you freeze apple crumble?Yes, it can be frozen. Allow the filling to cool, top with your crumble topping, wrap well and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight then bake.What apples should you use in apple crumble?Bramley apples give the best results for a crumble due to their tart flavour which