Ingredients 1 finely chopped onion 1 finely chopped leek 1 teaspoon dried marjoram 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon dried sage 2 finely chopped carrots 2 finely chopped zucchini 1 tin chopped tomatoes 3 cloves finely chopped garlic 2L homemade chicken stock...

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Ingredients 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 cup frozen blueberries 1 cup frozen mango 1 cup orange juice 1.5 cups water Method Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender and process well. Serve immediately. This will make 3 kids size smoothies

Ingredients 1 large handful of baby spinach 2 cups of frozen pineapple chunks 1 medium banana 1 cup water Method Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender and process well to remove any bits. This will make 3 kids size smoothies.  Drink immediately.

This smoothie will be best made with organic berries, for all the reasons mentioned here.  Using frozen berries is a great way to have affordable organic fruit.  Costco have a good selection if you have one nearby. This recipe will make about 3 average serves....

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Ingredients 1 large cauliflower 50g butter 3 garlic cloves (crushed) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon capers 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped Method Heat oven to 200C Mix together the...

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As you might have read in my post about almond milk, the best one is the one you make yourself.  It doesn't keep for a very long time in the fridge, but that is because it is a natural product - no additives and no...

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I am always really impressed by my clients, but especially if they push their kids outside their comfort zone with something completely different.  The results can be very impressive!  One example is Turmeric latte.  Turmeric is anti-inflammatory and really healing to the gut, so an...

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Milk kefir is one of the easier ferments to make, great for beginners! Start with 1 tablespoon of milk kefir grains.  These are not grains like wheat or rice, they are a colony of bacteria and yeasts.  You can buy these on Gumtree, or get...

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L.I.S.A. stands for linseeds, ice, sunflower seeds and almonds. The kefir and greek yoghurt supply dairy to this bone building smoothie. Kefir and yoghurt are both fermented, which is the best way to consume dairy. The almonds contain boron and magnesium.  The pear also contains...

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Chicken stock is very easy to make and very versatile.  It can be used as a base for soups, sauces, mashed potatoes and risotto. Put whole chicken in large pot.  Fill with filtered water. Add pinch of celtic sea salt. Heat to boiling and simmer...

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