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Tomato & Herb Bread – Gluten Free

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A flavourful, delicious bread that offers something a little different with it’s mix of ingredients. If you’re a cheese lover, then you’re going to love this recipe. Use your favourite hard cheese for the topping along with some healthy seeds for extra nutritional oomph.

There’s no down time, no kneading and nothing complicated with this delicious bread recipe. The smell while it bakes is incredible and this bread is not just fantastic on it’s own, it works with soups and a variety of toppings.

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Cottage Cheese Bread

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It may sound a bit out there but honestly, this bread recipe has proven ridiculously successful. The views and saves on my Instagram Account are some of the highest. It’s also a very simple to make recipe with no kneading, no rising time and doesn’t need lots of ingredients!

To top all that, it’s high in protein, fibre and nutrients and made in one bowl. I urge you to try it and let me know what you think. The reviews have been fantastic so I’m happy to stand over this one.

If you’re not a fan of cottage cheese, then simply blitz it into a sauce like consistency before using but honestly, you can’t taste it and the benefits are so high that it’s worth trying.

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Tomato & Sweet Pepper Chutney

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I saw this recipe originally as a Tomato Chutney and it seemed to be very sweet with the amount of sugar needed. As ever, it was time for me to tweak! It was such an easy method that I felt it was worth trying but I like the traditional combination of tomato and sweet peppers so decided to make it this way.

It worked and how! This chutney is definitely worth making if you like a chutney with your cheese or your ham sandwich, or a comforting toastie and of course if you’re having a sausage and bacon roll, a good tomato chutney is the flourish it needs for a perfect result!

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Lentil & Feta Salad

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This simple but very deceptive Lentil & Feta Salad is packed with superfoods and so even though it appears quite simple to make, it’s so good for you. Enjoy it as a side to your favourite mains or as a healthy main dish.

I roasted the beetroot with some spices before adding it to the salad as I think it brings out a richer flavour but it’s up to you. I always have a tin of some type of lentils in the cupboard as they are so handy to use in casseroles, curries and salads and they up the protein and fibre content. You can roast the beetroot any time before using and leave it till you need it.

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Halloumi & Pomegranate Salad with Tahini Dressing

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The perfect recipe for a perfect day. This Salad is easily made as a main dish or to accompany some meat or fish. It’s a great crowd pleaser and I made it for a Baby Shower for the non meat eaters. The ingredients are all nutritious and it’s a great make ahead dish.

You can serve the halloumi warm or cold, it’s up to you. If you prefer to have it warm then cook it closer to the serving time, keep it covered and warm and simply spoon over the salad when you’re ready to enjoy.

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Gluten Free Chicken Goujons & Potato Wedges

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We love a Fakeaway! All the flavours with far less calories, processed ingredients and you know it’s good for you! I’m not for one minute saying we shouldn’t have takeaways because life is too short but making your own Fakeaway means you can enjoy your favourites more often!

Everyone loved this recipe. I served it in baskets to really make it feel like we used to have as kids. Remember Chicken & Chips in a basket? So not only is this Gluten Free but it’s got a healthier slant as I’m using Brown Rice Breadcrumbs plus economically, it’s cheaper too!

The quantities below are for 2 people (with some leftovers) so just increase as needed.

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Gluten Free Seeded Bread

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I can honestly say this recipe may become more popular than my Gluten Free Scones one. Since I posted the reels on Facebook and Instagram, it’s been tried by so many people and what’s the best test is that it has been a success for everyone! It’s the real deal and the feedback has been just so amazing.

I’m really proud as I devised this recipe myself by using bits from other recipes that I have here plus using my knowledge about Gluten Free Baking and it’s been such a success that it’s like watching one of your kids do well (hahahahah) but seriously, try it!!

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Lasagna – Gluten Free, Dairy Free and Vegan

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This is a delicious Lasagna recipe which uses no meat but it’s hard to tell the difference. A little trick I have with kidney beans works wonders! Using plant milk and cheese means this lasagna will also be vegan and dairy free.

Don’t be put off by the sauce – it takes about 10 minutes and is so much better for you than a packet. A tip for time saving would be to make double the quantity of a bolognese sauce and keep the second half for when you want to make a lasagna. All you have to do is make the sauce, add a few bits and pieces and bake in the oven!

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Caramelised Onion & Mature Cheddar Gluten Free Scones

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Scones are and always will be, a favourite with us all but what way do you lean when it comes to choosing a scone? For me, I almost always choose a savoury scone. I just love the combination of flavours and they work so well with soup or a salad for lunch. If I’m on the run, I feel they are a better choice when I don’t have time to sit and eat breakfast but that’s probably all in my head.

I wanted to take my hugely successful Fluffiest Gluten Free Scone recipe and adapt it to make a delicious and really tasty savoury scone and had lots of flavour combinations running through my head. Then it hit me! How I love a sandwich full of rich, mature cheddar cheese and a caramelised onion relish and this would work so well in a scone version. Even though most shop bought jars of relish are probably gluten free due to their ingredients, unfortunately it’s not really worth taking a chance so it’s safer to make your own and my recipe is very quick and simple and you’ll have some leftover to use in a toasted sandwich!

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Gluten Free Brown Scones

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As much as I love a sweet scone, my heart probably lies firmly in the Brown Scone box. I really love a hearty brown scone. I love that I can decide to go with butter, or jam but if I feel like it, I can top with some cheese or whatever may take my fancy that day.

Unfortunately trying to find a gluten free brown scone has been almost impossible and I did try one but it was like eating grain from the miller (without the help of finer processes)!

So one day while I was making some gluten free brown bread, I thought …. this might work so I gave it a go and success! I know I’m going on a bit about it but honestly, I feel I came up with this idea and practically created a gluten free brown scone!

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Homemade Sausage Rolls – Gluten Free Options

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This recipe will make delicious sausage rolls for everyone to enjoy and one of the best highlights is you can adapt them to vegetarian, gluten free and change the flavours around. The smell of these baking will bring them all running to the kitchen! They are best eaten on the day they are made but will keep for another day or so in an airtight container. Heat gently if you like them hot.

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