COur Crispy Jalapeño and Corn Cheese Balls are a dairy-free wonder, perfectly blending spicy jalapeños with sweet kernels of corn. Ideal as an appetiser or a fun snack. Encased in a crispy crumb, the warm cheesy centre is sweet with the corn, spicy from jalapeños and oozy! Everything you want from a crispy cheese ball – vegan or not.
EAs autumn arrives, the garden’s tomatoes drop, signalling time to make End of Summer Tomato Soup. This recipe highlights the freshness of home-grown tomatoes without the traditional mirepoix base. Served with skillet bread rolls using leftover bread or pizza dough, it’s a simple yet flavorful dish, adorned with herb pistou or chimichurri for added zest.
REnjoy a simple yet rich in flavour dish with spaghetti squash, roasted tomatoes, and pesto. A minimal number of quality ingredients, such as sweet roasted tomatoes and versatile spaghetti squash that complements other flavours, are key. Personalise it with Italian staples or an oil-free chimichurri. This versatile recipe serves four and invites creativity.
PPreparing for Burns Night, I’ve chosen to make Cranachan, a Scottish dessert featuring raspberries, oats, and whisky, perfect for New Zealand’s berry season. This plant-based version uses coconut cream for a South Pacific twist. Ideal for a three-course dinner, it layers the ingredients in tumblers, offering a creamy, fruity, and crunchy treat.
