Soft and subtly sweet, these Sweet Potato Truffles are sure to be a hit with everyone in the household.  Our household is a massive fan of the humble sweet potato. Although we mainly enjoy them in savoury meals, we also appreciate the diversity of this root vegetable. They are deliciously sweet and a great addition […]

These Zucchini Muffins are loaded with zucchini and apple and are a perfect muffin for baby-led weaning, for popping in the lunchbox or for enjoying as a mid-day snack.  I think I’ve lost count to the number of zucchini muffins I have made in the last couple of weeks, this was a tricky recipe to

These Homemade Baked Beans are a comforting side dish with a subtle smokey flavour. They are lower in salt and sugar than the commercial beans available, making them perfect for young children.  WHAT ARE BAKED BEANS? Baked beans may mean a different thing, depending on where you are from in the world. Different countries use

Iron is a critical mineral for growing kids but unfortunately iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world, with infants and young children at the highest risk (1) In this article I highlight how much iron our children need, discuss iron rich foods for kids and detail how we can maximise the

If you are looking for a quick lunch idea then this pizza toast is perfect. The recipe is simple but, just like regular pizza, your topping ideas are limitless and it can be a great vehicle for getting your kids to try new vegetables or vegetables they wouldn’t normally eat. What exactly is Pizza Toast?

This Pea and Mint Soup is deliciously creamy, beautifully vibrant and delicately sweet. At the end of the week, when the cupboards are pretty bare, I can usually count on finding some stray veggies to whip together a pot of soup. A bag of frozen peas is pretty much guaranteed to be in the freezer,

Carrots have a higher natural sugar content than most other vegetables, making them a popular choice for kids. The sweetness of the carrots, combined with the juice of the orange, makes this Carrot and Orange soup a delicious meal the whole family will enjoy. How to Make Carrot and Orange Soup Ingredients (with alternative suggestions)

These Roasted Parsnips are crispy on the outside, tender in the inside and their naturally sweet, nutty flavour is perfect for kids.  HOW TO SELECT PARSNIPS HOW TO PREPARE ROASTED PARSNIPS FLAVOURING ROASTED PARSNIPS Recipes for roasted parsnips often involve coating the parsnips in some honey or maple syrup. Perhaps this is delicious on special

Roasted Peas are a delicious and crunchy snack, perfect for on the go. Pop them into lunchboxes or use them to top salads for added texture.  Peas are starchy and sweet and are probably one of the more kid-friendly vegetables out there. If you have a kid who loves peas then this snack is sure

Getting kids to eat their greens isn’t always easy but these Broccoli Fritters are a great way to do just that. Each fritter is packed full of broccoli and they are perfect for lunch, a snack or part of a main meal.  Exposure is a key component to getting our kids to accept and eat