A gluten free and vegan version of this classic tea time favourite. With a deliciously moist and melty texture it doesn’t disappoint. We’ve added walnuts and also chocolate chips for a nice crunch and extra luxury!…
Archives for April 2016
Flageolet Bean Salad
Delicate pale green beans continue our green theme for Spring in a tangy simple bean salad. Lovely for lunch or dinner….
Gluten Free Squash Ravioli
Cuddly Carrot are excited about pasta! We have invested in a pasta machine and decided it’s great fun – if a bit of effort! The results are definitely tastier than shop bought gluten free pasta and it’s pretty quick to make once you get the hang of it – but don’t attempt this recipe if you don’t have a pasta machine! Our dairy free recipe is super simple and packs a punch with strong flavours of squash, onion, chilli and a pomegranate balsamic dressing and pesto!…
Spinach Roulade
We’ve been making this recipe for years – it’s perfect for a party or a fancy meal with friends along with lots of tasty salads. This is a dairy free version with toasty almonds and pine nuts on the top which we love! We have lots of fresh spinach in the garden at this time of year so we’re making the most of it. If you don’t quite have 900g of spinach it doesn’t matter as the recipe will work with less of the good green stuff….
Chickpea & Herb Salad
A wholesome, fresh and tasty salad that makes a lovely lunch or accompaniment to a main meal. The herbs, leaves and broccoli bring it to life, and you can use any mixture of greens that you like – it’s fun to mix it up. 
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Apple or Pear & Ginger Cake
This is a pudding style cake that is strong with fresh root ginger. The pear version is more moist and the apple version is great for afternoon tea. We used coconut sugar in this recipe, but if you feel it’s too expensive, it would work with date syrup instead. The texture is lovely and satisfying and like a proper cake – it doesn’t taste gluten free at all! If you’re a ginger fiend like us, this is the cake for you….
Quinoa, avocado & mango salad
A colourful salad recipe that compliments main dishes very well or is equally great on its own as a sustaining lunch. Quinoa (which means mother grain) contains protein and is an excellent source fibre, iron, copper, thiamin and vitamin B6. It does unfortunately only grow in Peru, Bolivia and Chile… roll on Quinoa cultivation in Scotland we say!! …
Farinata
Vegan recipe of the year!! Farinata is like a vegan omelette or frittata. Originally from Genoa in Northern Italy, it’s another strand of the French socca, but is a lot thicker, cooked in the oven and benefits from having extra ingredients added to vary the flavour and texture – add in or take out whatever you fancy. It makes an excellent main dish along with salad or you could serve it as an appetiser in smaller slices at room temperature. Remember to prepare the batter in advance as it sits for at least 2 hours before you can start cooking….
Celery, cashew & pea soup
Vibrant spring colour even when there isn’t really any fresh British veg! Using celery and frozen peas results in the kind of fresh green that makes you feel alive. Great for lunch or dinner along with our Provençal loaf or potato scones.…
Almond milk custard
We know that custard is not really on the top of everyone’s list to make – but it definitely is worth it! Especially this almond milk dairy and gluten free version. It really enhances a crumble or fruit dessert – like our Rhubarb Tart! Quick and easy to make – get in the kitchen now!…