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NEW PASTA LAUNCHES TO SAY THANK YOU TO LIFE-SAVING CHARITIES A new pasta range, which was first created for the UK Government’s Coronavirus Food Parcel Scheme during the first lockdown in 2020, is now available to the public with five per cent of profits going to charity. ROC CO BRANDS offers new Pasta Per Tutti (‘pasta…
Easy classic lasagne Kids will love to help assemble this easiest ever pasta bake with streaky bacon, beef mince, a crème fraîche sauce and gooey mozzarella Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 rashers smoked streaky bacon 1 onion , finely chopped 1 celery stick, finely chopped 1 medium carrot , grated 2 garlic cloves , finely chopped 500g beef mince 1 tbsp tomato purée 2 x 400g…
This Lentil Bolognese is hearty, meaty, and packed with taste but 100% wholesome, vegan, and gluten-free. And it’s made with its ingredients—all pantry staples! A lot of the magic in a vegan kitchen happens in the pantry, and this Lentil Bolognese is a prime example. It’s a comforting, tasty meal made exclusively with budget-friendly, shelf-stable ingredients. In…
TOP TEETHING BABY TIPS FOR PARENTS They’re not called “teething issues” for nothing! The time when a baby’s teeth start to come through can be challenging. Their gums are sore, and they’re feeling uncomfortable, irritable and they just want it to be over – you probably do as well! Nuby’s here to help you through…
BANANA BREAD My classic banana bread recipe is simple to make and it doesn’t require much hands-on time or special equipment – simply mix everything together in a bowl, then you’re ready to bake. It makes an ideal cake to make with little ones as you don’t need to hover over them while they use…
Healthy plant-based food for kids By Louise Palmer-Masterton, Stem & Glory You will often read about concerns of deficiency in the vegan diet, especially with regard to protein. But the truth is that protein deficiency is rarely seen in affluent populations, and generally only seen in populations where ALL food is scarce. Simply put, where…
Cooked in the microwave, this healthy chocolate mug cake needs only 6 ingredients and is ready in less than 7 minutes. HEALTHY CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE INGREDIENTS 1 fresh date, pitted, finely chopped 1 egg 60ml (1/4 cup) unsweetened apple puree 2 1/2 tbsp oat bran 2 tsp cocoa powder, plus extra to dust 1/4 tsp…
VEGAN CLASSIC CHOCOLATE CAKE This is a really simple and delicious large cake that can be served in many different ways. You could make a large rectangular cake with a layer of ganache on top. You could also make a double layer round cake with buttercream inside and ganache on top. We have made it…
Sophia Procter is the founder and CEO of Munchy Play – the first children’s plate with a built-in track, solving mealtime struggles. She lives in London with her family, and loves all things kitsch and ‘kawaii’. The Munchy Play collection is now available on amazon.co.uk/munchyplay and you can follow her @munchyplay FANTASTIC FEMALE – SOPHIA…
My 5 favourite Restaurants in Edinburgh You can take my word for it when it comes to places to eat in Edinburgh. I like to eat out, a lot! Whether you like French, Italian, Latin or Indian we’ve got something to suit everyone and the atmosphere to match! Petit Paris – Grassmarket Oozing with Parisian…