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Archives for September 2017

Vegan Lemon Cake

September 29, 2017 by theorganicspoon Leave a Comment

Another test cake for Braxton’s birthday, I made this lemon cake a few times. The first time I tried using polenta – not sure why as cakes with polenta are always too doughy for my liking. Not really sure who makes cakes with polenta that aren’t like that?? Anyway the second time I omitted it…

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Pre-Fast Barley Soup – Low GI and Slow Releasing Energy

September 28, 2017 by theorganicspoon 1 Comment

Growing up, my mum used to make this most amazing barley soup once the cold weather hit. Being an old, Jewish recipe, it used lamb. Of course, being vegetarian, this is no longer an option and I have put off making the vegetarian version because I just never knew if it would be the same….

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Apple & Cinnamon Granola – Only 4 Ingredients

September 19, 2017 by theorganicspoon Leave a Comment

It’s Autumn! The time of year for boots, fluffy cardigans, cosy nights in, warming drinks, comfort food and amazing, warming flavours like cinnamon and star anise. Apples are in abundance right now as well, so make sure to pick them off trees when you see them. You all know I love to make my own…

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Vegan No-Fry Chickpea & Sweetcorn Fritters

September 13, 2017 by theorganicspoon Leave a Comment

And so the battle to come up with new and exciting things for Braxton to eat every day continues… Well, not just for Brax but for us too, because he pretty much eats what we eat now (depending on what mood he’s in, and food is always a volatile subject when it comes to him!)….

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Vegan Chocolate Banana Muffins

September 4, 2017 by theorganicspoon Leave a Comment

Nothing beats a good muffin. And when that muffins is chocolate and banana, perhaps one of the best food combinations EVER, how could you resist? These are great either as a quick, on-the-go breakfast, or alongside a cup of tea or turmeric latte to help with that afternoon dip in energy. Don’t know about you,…

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