Category Archives: Mains

The World’s Healthiest Colcannon

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Poppy

Colcannon, the traditional Irish potato dish of butter and cream laden mashed potatoes, laced with greens. This is truly decadent food, not to be eaten in small portions, and likely to make you need a nap after eating.

Posted in Gluten-free, Mains, Side dishes, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged dairy free, egg-free, food, gluten fee, healthy, st patricks day, vegan, vegetarian | 72 Comments

Tofu Noodle Broth

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Poppy

Since my discovery of noodle soups this winter, I haven’t been able to get enough! They come together so quickly and offer a substantial, nourishing and warming complete meal and are so adaptable.

Posted in Mains, soup, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged chinese, dairy free, egg-free, food, healthy, noodles, recipe, soup, vegan, vegetarian | 41 Comments

Vegan Cheesy Bean Quesadillas

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Poppy

Like most people, I don’t always have time or energy to cook an extensive gourmet meal in the evenings but I still want a balanced, healthy meal with fresh ingredients that tastes great and nourishes my body. Mexican food seems … Continue reading →

Posted in Egg-free, Mains, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged dairy free, egg-free, food, healthy, Mexican, mexican food, recipe, vegan, vegetarian | 41 Comments

In need of a private chef UK based, to cater your upcoming event? There are a plethora of chefs to choose from, so how do you choose?

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Poppy

Image via http://www.bertrandmunier.co.uk Obviously you will want to try and find the best private chef you can but it can be difficult to differentiate them. The best option is to get a series of quotes and speak to the various … Continue reading →

Posted in Mains, Vegetarian | Tagged baking, buffet, chef, dairy free, dessert, egg-free, food, vegan, vegetarian | 6 Comments

Lentil and Giant Couscous Stew with Fat Free Stuffing Dumplings

Posted on January 15, 2014 by Poppy

This recipe was inspired by Annie at An Unrefined Vegan’s November Virtual Vegan Potluck Stoup dish. I made a version with a hint of spice, chunks of broccoli and addictive sage and onion stuffing dumplings made with just three ingredients … Continue reading →

Posted in Egg-free, Mains, soup, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged dairy free, egg-free, food, healthy, recipe, soup, stew, vegan, vegetarian, winter | 45 Comments

World Vegan Day Vegan Mozzarella Pizza!

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Poppy

Today, World Vegan Day marks the beginning of World Vegan Month! Go check out the World Vegan Month website, run by the Vegan Society for an abundance of information, event locations and even discounts! “The [vegan] month starts with World … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Bread, Egg-free, Mains, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged baking, dairy free, egg-free, pizza, vegan, vegetarian, World Vegan Day, World Vegan Month | 37 Comments

The Daring Bakers – Pumpkin Pot Pie with Pumpkin Pastry – Fat Free!

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Poppy

Hannah of Rise and Shine was our October 2013 Daring Bakers’ hostess and she challenged us to bake our own double crusted savory pot pies. Using any from-scratch crust and filling we choose, we were allowed to get completely creative with our … Continue reading →

Posted in Daring Bakers, Mains, Pastries, Tarts and Pies, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged dairy free, egg-free, fat free, food, healthy, pie, Pumpkin, Pumpkin pie, recipe, vegan, vegetarian | 50 Comments

Kale, Barley and Sausage Stew

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Poppy

As I sit in traffic on the way home these days, tummy rumbling and my concentration drifting into thinking about what to eat for dinner, all I ever dream of is some kind of warm stew or soup with a … Continue reading →

Posted in Egg-free, Mains, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged autumn, Barley, dairy free, egg-free, fat free, food, healthy, kale, recipe, stew, vegan, vegetarian | 54 Comments

Mushroom Stroganoff

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Poppy

It’s all about cozy comfort food right now isn’t it? This dish fits the bill perfectly with earthy mushrooms in a creamy sauce, richly spiced with paprika. It’s a doddle to make, on the table in 30 minutes or less … Continue reading →

Posted in Mains, vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged dairy free, egg-free, food, gluten free, healthy, mushrooms, recipe, vegan, vegetarian | 102 Comments

The Daring Cooks – Garlic and Herb Gnocchi in Pepper & Tomato Sauce with Golden Mushrooms

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Poppy

Todd, who is The Daring Kitchen’s AWESOME webmaster and an amazing cook, is our September Daring Cooks’ host! Todd challenged us to make light and fluffy potato Gnocchi and encouraged us to flavor the lil pillows of goodness and go … Continue reading →