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Lavender and Lovage Food and Travel from Home and Abroad
- Slow Cooker & Air Fryer Turkey Crownby Karen Burns-Booth on 18th December 2024 at 3:21 pm
A fabulous recipe for Slow Cooker & Air Fryer Turkey Crown, which is so easy, and gives you more time to over the Christmas period. Slow Cooked and Air Fried in a Ninja Foodi 14-in-1 A fabulous recipe for Slow Cooker & Air Fryer Turkey Crown, which is so easy, and gives you more time to prepare other festive feasts over the Christmas period. I’m so pleased with this slow cooker (air fryer) recipe, as the turkey crown was lovely and moist, and not dry as often happens when roasting a turkey crown. Continue reading Slow Cooker & Air Fryer Turkey Crown at Lavender and Lovage.
- Bucket List Destinations For 2025by Karen Burns-Booth on 18th December 2024 at 1:17 pm
Bucket List Destinations For 2025 – If you’re looking for inspiration for your next trip, here are some fabulous locations to consider The end of the year is fast approaching, which means many of us will be thinking about making plans for 2025. Surveys show that most people are planning to travel more in 2025, but which destinations are the most sought-after? If you’re looking for inspiration for your next trip, here are some fabulous locations to consider. Continue reading Bucket List Destinations For 2025 at Lavender and Lovage.
- How To Enjoy Slow Travelby Karen Burns-Booth on 16th December 2024 at 1:47 pm
How To Enjoy Slow Travel – In essence, the idea of slow travel is quality over quantity, keep reading to find out more. (Collaborative post) Are you constantly rushing from one thing to the next and never really stopping to enjoy the moment? If that’s the case, it’s time to take a break, and the best thing you can do is plan for some slow travel – it’s the ideal way to slow down, and it means you can really soak in the moment and truly experience the places you’re visiting. Continue reading How To Enjoy Slow Travel at Lavender and Lovage.
- Easy Stem Ginger & Rum Mincemeatby Karen Burns-Booth on 12th December 2024 at 3:48 pm
I have lots of recipes for mincemeat on Lavender & Lovage. However, today’s recipe for Easy Stem Ginger & Rum Mincemeat is a fabulous variation. A Quick and Easy Mincemeat Recipe I love mincemeat, and have lots of recipes for mincemeat on Lavender & Lovage. However, today’s recipe for Easy Stem Ginger & Rum Mincemeat is a fabulous variation. It’s so easy to make, and is amazing when used in all manner of baking and desserts, but especially in Mince Pies. Continue reading Easy Stem Ginger & Rum Mincemeat at Lavender and Lovage.
- Sticky Toffee Date & Pecan Christmas Puddingby Karen Burns-Booth on 4th December 2024 at 7:15 am
A delicious recipe for an alternative Christmas Pudding – My Sticky Toffee Date & Pecan Christmas Pudding is sure to please everybody Blitz and Bake, or Steam and Pressure Cook I can’t believe anyone would dislike a homemade traditional Christmas Pudding, but for fruit pudding haters, here’s my Sticky Toffee Date & Pecan Christmas Pudding. This is a marriage between the popular sticky toffee pudding, which we all love at Lavender & Lovage, and a big steamed, sticky sponge pudding. Continue reading Sticky Toffee Date & Pecan Christmas Pudding at Lavender and Lovage.
Veggie Desserts Find Vegetarian Recipes and Vegan Recipes Celebrating Vegetables, from Dinner to Dessert!
- Christmas Couscousby Kate Hackworthy on 19th December 2024 at 7:31 am
This easy Christmas Couscous is a festive recipe that brings together warm spices, dried cranberries, and bright pomegranate seeds in a 15-minute, no-fuss side dish. The holidays are my favorite time to lean into warm, comforting dishes that also bring a little sparkle to the table. This Christmas Couscous is just that: a festive side... Read More Christmas Couscous © Veggie Desserts.
- Mulled Wine Syrupby Kate Hackworthy on 18th December 2024 at 11:08 am
This simple homemade mulled wine syrup is warmly spiced and incredibly easy to make. It has all the great festive mulling flavors, including orange, cinnamon and ginger. Use it to flavor drinks, desserts, or cocktails for a taste of Christmas. When winter rolls in, there’s something magical about cozying up with a drink that warms... Read More Mulled Wine Syrup © Veggie Desserts.
- Gorgonzola Brussels Sproutsby Kate Hackworthy on 13th December 2024 at 11:04 am
In these effortlessly delicious Gorgonzola Brussels Sprouts, the vegetables roast to golden, nutty perfection before being tossed in creamy, tangy melted cheese. A quick and versatile side dish perfect for the holidays or any occasion. Brussels sprouts are often unfairly dismissed, but this recipe might just convert even the staunchest skeptics. When roasted, Brussels sprouts... Read More Gorgonzola Brussels Sprouts © Veggie Desserts.
- Mincemeat Muffinsby Kate Hackworthy on 12th December 2024 at 8:42 am
These spiced Mincemeat Muffins are packed with cozy holiday flavors and take just 30 minutes to make. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or a festive treat. Great for using up leftover mincemeat. There’s something magical about the smell of baked goods wafting through the house, especially when it’s something as fragrant as these Mincemeat Muffins. The... Read More Mincemeat Muffins © Veggie Desserts.
- Brussels Sprout Slawby Kate Hackworthy on 11th December 2024 at 11:16 am
You'll love this refreshing and easy Brussels Sprout Slaw! Packed with fresh raw veggies and a tangy creamy dressing, it’s a versatile side dish for winter meals. I don’t know about you, but Brussels sprouts always remind me of winter—cozy meals, holiday gatherings, and bustling markets filled with their little green bundles. While they often... Read More Brussels Sprout Slaw © Veggie Desserts.
Nadia's Healthy Kitchen Healthier, mainly plant-based recipes
- 5-Ingredient Chocolate Orange Puddingby Nadia on 19th December 2024 at 4:46 pm
A simple 5-ingredient chocolate orange pudding that's prefect for the festive period and beyond! This simple dessert is guaranteed to be a crowed pleaser post Christmas dinner. It's easy to make with only a handful of ingredients and it also happens to be vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and nut-free. A great one to add to your [...] The post 5-Ingredient Chocolate Orange Pudding appeared first on Nadia's Healthy Kitchen.
- Vegan Pistachio Protein Barsby Nadia on 29th November 2024 at 4:17 pm
These vegan pistachio protein bars are easy to make and only call for 6 ingredients. They're cheaper and better for you than shop bought bars and you can easily adjust them to likes/preferences. They also taste absolutely amazing! If you're a fitness enthusiast, a busy professional, or someone striving to snack healthier, protein bars might [...] The post Vegan Pistachio Protein Bars appeared first on Nadia's Healthy Kitchen.
- Easy Chocolate Tahini Recipeby Nadia on 28th November 2024 at 4:56 pm
If you’re a fan of chocolate spreads and the nutty flavour of sesame, then you'll love this easy chocolate tahini recipe. This silky, rich spread is perfect for serving with pancakes, slathering on toast, or sneaking spoonfuls straight from the jar. Best of all, it’s healthier than many store-bought alternatives, with minimal ingredients and no [...] The post Easy Chocolate Tahini Recipe appeared first on Nadia's Healthy Kitchen.
- Healthy Date and Walnut Cakeby Nadia on 21st November 2024 at 5:00 pm
This healthy date and walnut cake makes a great healthier treat when you're craving something sweet with your afternoon cup of tea. Made with better-for-you ingredients like oats and tahini. Sweetened only with whole dates, so it's sweet, but not overly so. Make it the next time you're looking for a lighter cake recipe that [...] The post Healthy Date and Walnut Cake appeared first on Nadia's Healthy Kitchen.
- Healthy Tahini Puddingby Nadia on 13th November 2024 at 5:22 pm
A creamy pudding topped with a chocolate ganache - this healthy tahini pudding is not only delicious, but it's made with better-for-you ingredients like tofu, tahini and dark chocolate. Each serving also offers 11g protein with no protein powder in sight! Not bad for a yummy dessert. This healthy tahini pudding is inspired by my [...] The post Healthy Tahini Pudding appeared first on Nadia's Healthy Kitchen.
The Veg Space easy vegan recipes
- Microwave Porridge: Four Easy Flavoursby Kate Ford on 20th October 2022 at 4:12 pm
This very easy microwave porridge is such a delicious and nutritious way to start the day. Choose your favourite from four flavour variations. 🍴 Why you will love this recipe Porridge is so easy to make in the microwave - there's no need to buy individual sachets, just follow the simple steps below for a... The post Microwave Porridge: Four Easy Flavours appeared first on The Veg Space.
- Creamy Chickpea and Lentil Curryby Kate Ford on 29th September 2022 at 12:07 pm
This rich and creamy chickpea and lentil curry is hearty, filling and ready in 20 minutes! A delicious weeknight dinner from storecupboard ingredients. 🍴 Why you will love this recipe A quick and easy weeknight dinner that's delicious, nutritious, and made from ingredients you probably already have in the cupboard.... what's not to love?! This... The post Creamy Chickpea and Lentil Curry appeared first on The Veg Space.
- Aubergine Dip with tahiniby Kate Ford on 28th September 2022 at 10:19 am
This deliciously creamy aubergine dip with tahini is so easy to make, with a deep, smoky flavour. The aubergines can be cooked in an oven, grill BBQ or air-fryer. 🍴 Why you will love this recipe Aubergine dip is a creamy and delicious addition to a mezze platter, with warm pitta bread and crunchy, raw... The post Aubergine Dip with tahini appeared first on The Veg Space.
- Creamy Green Lentil Dahlby Kate Ford on 26th September 2022 at 5:08 pm
This creamy and delicious green lentil dahl is packed with flavour and nutritious too. It freezes really well, so is ideal for batch cooking. 🍴 Why you will love this recipe We eat dahl at least once a week in our house - it is cheap, easy to make, nutritious and most importantly really delicious... The post Creamy Green Lentil Dahl appeared first on The Veg Space.
- Yaki Soba (Wagamama Copycat)by Kate Ford on 20th September 2022 at 1:39 pm
A Japanese stir-fried noodle dish, Yaki Soba has a deliciously sweet and sour sauce. This Wagamama copycat version takes just 30 minutes to make! 🍴 Why you will love this recipe Yaki Soba is a traditional Japanese stir-fried noodle dish, made popular here in the UK by Wagamama restaurants. I'm a huge fan, and have... The post Yaki Soba (Wagamama Copycat) appeared first on The Veg Space.
Domestic Gothess Recipes from a domestic gothess.
- Vegan Piernik (Polish Gingerbread)by Hannah on 19th December 2024 at 3:01 pm
Vegan Piernik - this vegan version of Polish gingerbread cake is easy to make, moist, spicy and very festive! Filled with layers of jam and marzipan and topped with chocolate, it is also a very attractive cake to make for the holidays. What Is Piernik? Piernik refers to a variety of types of gingerbread popular... Read More The post Vegan Piernik (Polish Gingerbread) appeared first on Domestic Gothess.
- Vegan Gingerbread Cheesecakeby Hannah on 17th December 2024 at 7:52 am
Vegan gingerbread cheesecake - this easy, no-bake dairy-free cheesecake is the perfect dessert for Christmas! With a gingernut biscuit base and a smooth, creamy, rich, gingerbread spiced topping, this cheesecake is full of festive flavours. If you are looking for a dessert for Christmas that tastes really festive but isn't Christmas pudding, is easy to... Read More The post Vegan Gingerbread Cheesecake appeared first on Domestic Gothess.
- Cranberry Orange Rolls (Vegan)by Hannah on 12th December 2024 at 4:01 pm
Cranberry orange rolls - these soft, sticky vegan bread rolls are scented with orange and filled with a tangy, jammy cranberry filling. They would make a decadent festive breakfast or brunch treat or a great pick-me-up with a cup of coffee. These vegan cranberry orange rolls are soft, tender, sticky, rich but not too sweet... Read More The post Cranberry Orange Rolls (Vegan) appeared first on Domestic Gothess.
- Mint Chocolate Sandwich Cookies (vegan)by Hannah on 9th December 2024 at 2:08 pm
Mint chocolate sandwich cookies - these delicious vegan biscuits consist of light, crisp chocolate shortbread sandwiched with fluffy peppermint buttercream. They are easy to make with basic ingredients and would be a great addition to your festive cookie jar! These vegan mint chocolate sandwich cookies have a rich, minty chocolate flavour and a light, crisp,... Read More The post Mint Chocolate Sandwich Cookies (vegan) appeared first on Domestic Gothess.
- Nutty Rum Brownies (vegan)by Hannah on 6th December 2024 at 1:50 pm
Nutty rum brownies – gooey, fudgy, seriously chocolatey vegan brownies with a boozy kick and plenty of crunchy nuts. They have a beautiful shiny, crisp crust and are made using simple, everyday ingredients and no egg replacers. These nutty rum brownies are gooey, fudgy vegan chocolate brownies filled with lots of crunchy mixed nuts; they... Read More The post Nutty Rum Brownies (vegan) appeared first on Domestic Gothess.
