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Orange Side Salad
Making the most of the citrus season before it’s over! A mix of different oranges topped with fresh rosemary, chopped almonds and dried cranberries. This worked really well as a fruity side salad, and I loved the combination of citrus and rosemary. Read more »
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Orange & Blueberry Fruit Platter
Thank you for all your kind and encouraging comments on my last post! This surely is an unusual time, and it’s taking its toll on all of us in different ways. A few days with sunshine and warmer temperatures, time at home with the kids and banana pancakes out on the front porch has given… Read more »
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Waffles
I had to take a little break from posting. This whole situation has been quite overwhelming, and I’ve had some personal things to deal with on top of that. At the same time, we’re very fortunate in Sweden. We’re not in home quarantine, the primary schools are still open and the everyday life in my… Read more »
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Almond Pear Cake
I made this cake the other week, and as usual I improvised as I was whipping it up. Sometimes it fails, but this time it was a winner! It was so moist and sweet, and the pears added a very nice touch. 1 dl almonds, blanched1 dl caster sugar100 g almond paste (like a coarse… Read more »
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Raspberry Cardamom Knots
Yet another bake with that sweet yeast dough, that you you’ll find in my cinnamon star bread post. This time I filled it with raspberry and cardamom and twisted them into little knots. They didn’t last long! To make knots, you roll the dough out in a rectangle. Spread one half with vegan butter, raspberries… Read more »
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Grapefruit & Pear Fruit Platter
I made this fruit platter for my oldest son’s birthday last weekend. It was gone in minutes! We had it for breakfast, and I was reminded how fresh it is to start the day with lots of fruit before eating anything else. Definitely doing that more often! Details: Slices of apple and pear, orange, pink… Read more »
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Buddha Bowl
I’m trying to up my iron intake, so I try to eat lots of cruciferous veg, leafy greens, beans and lentils and always combine it with something rich in vitamin C. So here’s a real power bowl for you:• Shredded kale, massaged in olive oil, lemon juice and salt• Whole bulghur• Green lentils• Grated carrots•… Read more »
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Mango Peanut Curry
I don’t make curries often enough! And when I finally did, apparently I forgot to write down the recipe… This sweet and spicy curry roughly includes onion and garlic, red curry paste, coconut milk, peanut butter, mango chutney, potatoes and carrots, lime and fresh mango. I served it with basmati rice, green soy beans, coriander… Read more »
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Rye Porridge with Fruit
It’s been a while since I posted a breakfast. Now that the sun is finally back and the mornings are light enough for photography, I want to kick off this week with a bowl of rye porridge. I made it with rolled rye flakes, the same way you make oatmeal, and added a couple of… Read more »
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Mango & Strawberry Fruit Platter
Today it feels like we’re starting all over with autumn again! Blustery winds, grey skies and rain – not at all what I was hoping for. I definitely needed some sunshine, and this summery platter with mango, strawberries and kiwi lifted my spirits and reminded me that were actually getting closer to spring. I’m so… Read more »