Category : Fruit
Fruit normally means the fleshy seed-associated structures of a plant that are sweet or sour. They are normally edible in the raw state, such as apples, bananas, grapes, lemons, oranges, and strawberries. These are part of our daily lives and contain vitamins needed to stay healthy. Hence the belief about having five items of fruit and vegetables a day keeps the doctor at bay.
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Lots of recipes include fruit. Due to ease of prep these Include drinks, smoothies, starters, appetisers, main dishes, side dishes, dessert, snacks and vegetarian recipes. Also most can be consumed raw and cooked, hot and cold, at a table or on the go, by the young, middle aged and the elderly and is easy to obtain.
Nectarine Barbecue Sauce
Nectarine Barbecue Sauce is a lovely sweet fruity sauce that is ideal for chicken and pork on BBQs. The fruit flavour is not overwhelming but...
Baked Rainbow Trout
Baked Rainbow Trout is a lovely recipe that even I can do correctly. The ingredients are simple, the instructions are easy but the result is...
Hot Avocado Dip
Hot Avocado Dip is a simple yet wonderful dish. Combining the fresh ripe avocado with the finely chopped onion and celery gives so much body...
Gooey Lamb Chops
Gooey Lamb Chops are fast, sticky and tasty. What more do you want!!!! This lamb easy recipe is fail safe and even I can do...
Oaty Apple and Orange Squares
Oaty Apple and Orange Squares are brilliant snacks for kids to both help prepare and eat. These are healthy little snacks for everybody. The zing...
Figgy Breakfast Loaf
Figgy Breakfast Loaf is a healthy vegetarian way to start your day. This loaf is full of taste and flavour, you will find it difficult...
Vanilla Honey Yogurt Smoothie
Vanilla Honey Yogurt Smoothie is a rapid healthy drink I make when I am in a rush. Using semi skimmed milk, low fat yoghurt, bran...
Shrimp Cocktail
A Shrimp Cocktail is used as both a starter or a canapé. Each one both works well and brings back memories of the 1970s. A...
Muesli Breakfast Biscuits
What could be more convenient than home made muesli breakfast biscuits. No need to add milk to a bowl but eat them on the go....
Pineapple and Black Bean Salsa
Pineapple and Black Bean Salsa is a refreshing Mexican dish that is perfect as a dip. The colour of the black bean, red onion, yellow...
Mole Poblano
Mole Poblano is a lovely thick chocolate based Mexican sauce and is a classic Mole version. Its ingredients include chocolate, chilies, coriander and sesame seeds...
Squash and Apple Soup
Squash and Apple Soup may not be your first combination but they work so well together. The squash is soft and slightly caramel whilst the...
Chicken Biryani
Chicken Biryani is a firm favourite at takeaways but why not try making it at home. It is easier than you think. There are so...
Orange and Olive Salad
Orange and Olive Salad is so simple yet so full of flavour. The combination of freshly sliced oranges and olives make this a gorgeously refreshing...
Gujarati Carrot Salad
Gujarati Carrot Salad is an easy recipe that creates a spicy Indian hit to a lovely side dish. Using only a few ingredients creates a...
Grilled Vegetable Salad
Grilled Vegetable Salad is a lovely change from the normal salad. Using aubergine, courgette and fennel instead of lettuce etc is brilliant. The flavours grilling...
Greek Country Salad – Horiatiki
A Greek Country Salad – Horiatiki is a beautiful salad made with simple ingredients but a big flavour. It’s made with pieces of tomatoes, sliced...
Cornbread Turkey and Cranberry Sandwiches
At Christmas and Thanksgiving, left over Turkey has many uses. One of the best are Cornbread Turkey and Cranberry Sandwiches. The texture of the turkey,...
Avocado Sandwiches
Avocado Sandwiches may sound strange but they are absolutely gorgeous. Served with crispy bacon and tomatoes for a delightful snack. This recipe is enough to...
Avocado and Goat Cheese Sandwiches
Avocado and Goat Cheese Sandwiches is a favourite sandwich when the kids aren’t around. The soft goats cheese with the creamy avocado and ripe tomatoes...
Plum Pudding with Brandy Butter
Plum Pudding with Brandy Butter is a warming recipe that is normally associated with Christmas. However with the ingredients, it is ideal for any part...
Lemon and Lime Sponge
A Lemon and Lime Sponge has to be one of my favourite cakes. Soft, fresh so refreshing and so easy to bake. The flavours of...
Honey and Orange Carrots
Honey and Orange Carrots are a favourite with my children. They are soft and slightly sweet and have an amazing aroma. I cook these in...
Caramel Peaches
Caramel Peaches are a lovely French dish to finish a meal. They are sticky with a slight heat from the cinnamon. They are slow cooked...
Gremolata
Gremolata, a vibrant and aromatic condiment hailing from Italy, extends a warm invitation to elevate dishes with its bright flavours and fragrant charm. This delightful...
Carrot and Orange Bisque
Carrot and Orange Bisque is a simple soup that combines the flavours of vegetables and fruit. The result is a warming welcoming dish. It can...
Braised Lettuce with Peas and Lemon
Braised Lettuce with Peas and Lemon is a recipe I would never have looked at until a friend served it. The ingredients are simple but...
Chicken Polynesian
This is a refreshingly flavoured and simple recipe that includes two perfect companions. Pineapple pieces and Chicken thighs combine to make Chicken Polynesian its worth....
Meatballs with Cranberry Sauce
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Apple, Leek, and Sweet Potato Gratin
Apple, Leek, and Sweet Potato Gratin is an adaption of a French classic. The addition of apple and leeks add tremendous flavour to this main...
Avocado and Grapefruit Salad
Avocado and Grapefruit Salad is a simple recipe that combines that sharpness of grapefruit with the mellow smoothness of avocado. The result is a refreshing...
Fettuccine with Lemon Sauce
Fettuccine with Lemon Sauce is one of those dishes that proves a satisfying pasta meal does not need to be complicated. It combines silky cream,...
Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns are a spiced sweet bun made with currants or raisins, marked with a cross on the top. They are traditionally made and...
Lemon Ginger Muffins
Lemon ginger muffins, with their bright citrusy zing and warm hint of ginger, extend a cheerful welcome to anyone in search of a delightful treat...
