An alternative to deep fried potato fries, this oven baked wedges recipe is worth the extra time and effort. You’ll have a bowl full of wedges that are soft inside and crunchy on the outside.
Author: Helen
I am a mummy with two young kids, and a passion for cooking, good food, fresh produce plus bargain food buys. I hunt out the best seasonal produce at cheap prices to cook up the very best for my family. This blog will hopefully provide you with fresh food inspiration, recipes and other helpful food tips that don't cost the earth. All photos and recipes are my own unless otherwise stated.
Zoodles with Lemon Garlic Chicken
This is a carb-free meal that is quick and simple to make. It’s also super healthy! The kids might not be a fan of this noodle substitute but if you’re looking to eat healthier, this is a recipe you’ll love.
Zucchini Fritters
Zucchinis are such a versatile vegetable. If you love sweet corn fritters, you’ll also love these. Packed with flavour, these make a wonderful addition with added bacon, roasted tomatoes and even a poached egg to make a complete meal.
Sautéed Green Beans
This is a must-try recipe if you love green beans but are sick of eating them steamed. Such a quick and simple way to serve them as a side dish with more flavour.
Homemade Berry Jam
If you’ve never made your own jam, give it a go! I guarantee it’s not hard and yet a wonderful way to use up excess fruit you have available. This combination is so delicious. The pureed strawberries add a wonderful base to the whole blueberries included.
Maine Blueberry Cake
Blueberries are in abundance currently and so cheap! Make the most of them by baking this delicious cake for dessert. Made with lemon zest and cinnamon, the aroma in your kitchen will have you counting the minutes until you can cut yourself a slice.
Rocket Caprese Salad
This salad combines two Italian classics into one. It’s quick to make which means you can serve it even on the days you’re extremely time poor. Just make sure the ingredients are as fresh as possible otherwise you won’t get the full flavour explosion as you eat it.
Low Fat White Sauce
Such an essential component in many meals, white sauce is often thought as a rich fatty sauce. But the good news is you can cut out the butter… and make it quicker with less fuss with this microwave method. Use this sauce as a base for many other variations with a few listed here.