Kitchen
Part of my journey has been living authentically to my values and that for me has meant I no longer eat meat, I’ve cut down my fish and dairy and I grow my vegetables, eat seasonally and reduce my food waste. I also try to share and swap produce with my neighbours and friends and hope to build this into a bigger community based project. Here I share my favourite recipes that my whole family enjoy. I am in no way getting this ‘right’ or at ‘the finish post’. Part of living Gently for me is to let it be a journey, let it be about abundance and joy. This is not a journey about giving things up, having less or feeling guilty. It is about joy, connection and abundance. Do engage with me on Instagram here - I’d love to see your recipes and ideas.
Main
Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato
This recipe makes 6 portions of the filling, so we use two and freeze four. Then when we want it again we've only got to bake the spuds!
Lunch
Wild Garlic Pesto
What a joy it is to have a lovely walk and forage and then make this delicious pesto when you get home! Wild garlic can be found in April/May in the UK
Main
Broccoli Stir Fry with Miso
This is packed full of vegetables and flavour. It makes a lovely light lunch or you can serve with rice or noodles to make a more substantial dinner.
Main
Shepherds Pie
This is a meat free version of shepherds pie. Tasty, comforting and feels like home!
Lunch
Roasted Courgette Pesto
We get a glut of courgettes in the summer so we find lots of ways to use them. This pesto is delicious and a healthy version using much less oil than traditional pestos
Main
Butternut Squash and Sage Risotto
This risotto is a favourite of ours as it uses the squashes and sage we grow in our garden. It can be made to look beautiful with fried sage leaves and is the perfect autumn dish
Main
Loaded Potato Nachos
This is a crowd pleaser! Lovely served as a starter or alongside a chilli for a mexican feast.
Main
Bangin’ Bolognese
This just takes 15 minutes to throw together from cupboard ingredients and can then just be left to simmer. It tastes gorgeous!
Main
Lentil Daal
A spicy dish that warms you to the core. A firm family favourite that can be made in advance.
Main
Smokey Sweet Potato Chilli
A firm family favourite packed with amazing flavours and easy to make a head of time.