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Empty Nest Mummy This tasty Mangalorian Fish Curry Recipe is utterly delicious, yet simple to prepare. (Especially if you make the red masala paste in advance) This authentic Indian recipe was kindly given to us by Nila who gave us an Indian cookery class in our own home. The kids helped cook this recipe and […]
Empty Nest Mummy A well made risotto is a thing of great beauty. And, when done correctly, allows a vegetable to really shine. This Courgette Risotto recipe lets the humble courgette sing out! You do really need to keep stirring it all the time, so get all your veg prepped first. I often add a […]
Empty Nest Mummy With just 4 ingredients, these Chicken Nuggets are super-easy to make. They are much cheaper and healthier than takeaway ones, so what are you waiting for?! Get cooking! Or get the kids to roll up their sleeves and make them with you. Or for you! Print Recipe The Real Deal Chicken ‘Nuggets’ […]
Empty Nest Mummy Now, this does take a bit more faffing around than I can usually be bothered with for kids’ tea, but it is really tasty. And you can make it in advance, and just pop it in the oven half an hour before you eat. If you’re being really organised, you could double […]
Empty Nest Mummy A new study has shown that eating wild mushrooms might stave off dementia, as reported in The Daily Express. I don’t normally eat mushrooms terribly often. I just don’t think about them. But now they’re on my radar big-style! And here’s a quick, easy and super-tasty way to introduce them into your […]
Empty Nest Mummy Although very much a vegetarian dinner, and vegan if you make it with vegan halloumi, this is a firm favourite with my very carnivorous husband. Although it has to be said that I don’t use the word ‘salad’ when describing it to him! I really like the soft sweetness of the roasted […]