Healthy Dieting

We are particularly proud of this recipe — children adore chicken nuggets but they usually feature reconstituted meat and fried, artificially coloured coatings. Our version uses lean chicken goujons dipped in gluten-free, fat-free polenta batter that is then baked, not fried. Read the rest of this entry »

Children adore meals that positively encourage them to play with their food, and fajitas are no exception. Put plates of warmed tortilla wraps on the table with bowls of salsa or cherry tomatoes and sliced spring onions, guacamole or avocado slices and lettuce, as well as this spicy chicken and pepper mixture, and let them create their own fajitas. Read the rest of this entry »

Fiona tested this recipe on her parents, who, quite sensibly, think normal fish fingers are revolting, and even they thought these home-made ones were absolutely delicious! Read the rest of this entry »

Unfailingly popular with children, including picky eaters, this recipe uses brown basmati rice, which has the least starch of all the rice types, keeping the GL low to make sure blood sugar and energy stay balanced. Read the rest of this entry »

This is a proper, seriously filling British pudding. The applepie-style dish has a gluten-free topping made of cornmeal and ground almonds, so it is much easier to digest and has a lower GL than pastry. The cinnamon not only adds flavour but it also helps the body balance blood sugar. Read the rest of this entry »

Sweet potatoes mash clown to a naturally creamy consistency without the need to add extra butter or milk. They are also more nutritious than white potatoes as the orange flesh contains lots of antioxidant vitamins like beta-carotene and vitamin E, although normal spuds can be used instead. Read the rest of this entry »