Empty Nest Mummy This is a super-easy family meal as it requires just a bit of prep, then pop it in the oven. And a great recipe if you have lots of people over. I was given a ‘thumbs up’ for this from all the diners around the table, kids and grown-ups alike. They assured […]
Courgette Risotto Recipe
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 […]
Wild Mushroom Pasta
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 […]
Butternut Squash, Quinoa and Grilled Halloumi Warm Salad
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 […]
Quick, Easy & Healthy: Mediterranean Inspired Baked Haddock Fillet
Empty Nest Mummy This is a super quick, easy and healthy fish recipe, just a few things to slice and bang it in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Yet it tastes good enough that you could get away with making it for a few friends coming over for dinner. And then use the […]
A Classic Tomato And Basil Sauce Recipe for Pasta
Empty Nest Mummy A really easy family recipe, this Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce is a Big Favourite in our house: one of the Top Three Teas of All Time! It’s hugely popular with Littlest Angel as is, and with meatballs for carnivorous Big Boy. ..and with Mummy and Daddy later on with lots of […]
Curly Kale Crostini: great as a snack, starter or part of a sharing plate
Empty Nest Mummy Curly Kale is one of our new family favourites. Correction: Mum and Dad have always loved it; the infants have finally decided they do too, so, whoop! whoop! it’s back on the menu! (minus the chilli for the infants, but I am working on this …. imagine evil laugh here) This recipe […]