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Spinach and Garlic Soup

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Spinach is rich in iron, and being a vegetarian, I’m always looking for ways to increase my iron levels. There is nothing better than a comforting bowl of soup in the Autumn time to keep you nourished and full. Ingredients: Large bunch of spinach, washed 500ml vegetable stock 1 chopped onion 1 head of garlic, […]

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Ultimate tomato salsa

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I’m using up a ton of tomatoes which have been grown in the greenhouse this summer. Homegrown tomatoes are delicious and there are so many ways you can use them up. This salsa recipe is not only healthy and tasty but really quick to make. Serve with nachos and dig in… Ingredients: 4-6 medium sized […]

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Tuscany

Travel

A Magical Retreat In Italy I spent the last 5 days in the beautiful countryside of Tuscany with Sisterhood Retreats. The most wonderful experience making beautiful new friendships and creating stunning visual stories in an enchanting part of Italy. Here are some of my photo’s I’d like to share with you.

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Homemade Rhubarb Cordial

Recipes

A sweet and refreshing summer drink Sharing my recipe for rhubarb cordial today. A great thirst quencher on hot and sunny days. Ingredients:300g golden caster sugarzest and juice 1 orangezest and juice 1 lemon450g rhubarb, chopped1 slice fresh root ginger, peeled Instructions:1. Put the sugar in a large saucepan with 300ml water. Bring to a […]

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“Refined Sugar Free” Lemonade

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This homemade sugar-free lemonade is a simple, yet refreshing combination of fresh lemon juice, water and honey. The ultimate summertime drink! We’re ditching the refined sugar and making our own lemonade to celebrate some lovely sunnier days. All you need is 3 ingredients so it’s real easy to make. This recipe was taken from The […]