London Mums’ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrak has sent us this lovely recipe for Tuscan Chestnut cake which is called Castagnaccio. It’s very seasonal and tasty.
Ingredients
Doses for 30 x 20 centimetre (12 x 8 inch) baking pan.
300 g (10,5 oz) of chestnut flour
380 g (13,5 oz) of cold water
2 tablespoons of sugar (optional)
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
40 g (1,5 oz)…
Before and during the early phases of the pandemic, we have all gone into panic mode sourcing products we considered essential to our daily diet. That has made us appreciate our ingredients and think about food in a different way. For example, during lockdown I have been thinking more about the ingredients that affect my mood, i.e. sustainable food that makes me feel good, and how I could…
London Mums’ healthy flapjacks are the perfect nutritious snack for the whole family.
Here’s everything you need to make 12 healthy Flapjacks.
Ingredients:
100g butter, cubed plus extra for greasing
150g YaconViva Yacon Syrup (the perfect natural alternative to sugar and incredibly versatile, making both the perfect ingredient and topping)
50g pumpkin seeds
50g dried cranberries
50g…
Do you ever fancy pancakes but are on a low sugar diet? London Mums’ easy healthy pancakes are the perfect swap for you this breakfast time.
Here’s everything you need to make 10 of these easy healthy pancakes.
Ingredients:
140g plain flour
1 tsp / 1 sachet of baking powder
A pinch of salt
1 tbsp YaconViva Yacon Syrup (the perfect natural alternative to sugar and incredibly versatile…
London Mums have tried an easy low sugar Apple Cake, the ideal sweet treat for the whole family, packed full of zingy apples, easy to make and the perfect family activity.
Makes: 1 Apple Cake, serving 12
Ingredients:
130g butter
2-3 apples
3 eggs
90g YaconViva Yacon Syrup (We have used this natural and organic alternative to sugar, a fibre-rich natural sweetener, making it the ideal swap.
Dreaming of travelling to Spain? This year it might not be an option for many, so why don’t you try this popular Spanish recipe? You will not be disappointed. The fish and potatoes covered with a delicious sauce thickened with tomatoes and rich juices from the hake are the highlights of this meal and will help you escape to the Mediterranean in no time. It is very easy to make and almost…
This delicious recipe for Mussels from Sagres harbour – Portugal – opened in coconut milk and chilli was kindly donated to London Mums by Martinhal Family Hotel & Resorts.
Ingredients for 4 people
1kg fresh mussels
0.5ml organic coconut milk
2 units of chutes
50grs fresh coriander
1 fresh file
Method
Start by thoroughly rinsing the fresh mussel, then place the…
Cataplana is a traditional dish combining shellfish and fish in a sweet tomato, paprika and herb sauce, prepared using a typical Portuguese copper pot – cooked and presented in a typical Algarve manner! This recipe from Portugal was kindly donated to London Mums by Martinhal Family Hotel & Resorts.
Ingredients (serves 4 persons)
200grs clamshell alive
200grs linger alive
300grs fresh…
This healthy recipe for Porridge and coconut was kindly donated to London Mums by Martinhal Family Hotel & Resorts. It’s quite unusual in Britain to add coconut in children’s porridge but popular in Portugal where this recipe comes from.
Ingredients
60grs oats
50grs grated coconut
200ml oat milk
100ml coconut milk
Method
In a pan, add all the ingredients and bring to the heat…
Pastéis de Nata – Custard cake is an easy recipe to make at home and is one of the most popular pastry delights in Portugal that can be found in cafés and pastry shops all over the country. This recipe was kindly donated to London Mums by Martinhal Family Hotel & Resorts.
Ingredients (for 12 to 16 units)
1 Lt half fat milk
400grs sugar
9 egg yolks
140 grs of flour
100grs butter
1…