I could write an article about how to properly prepare a traditional frittata and all the variations from all the different countries. Or, I can write a more practical article – about how you can turn this recipe into a template and use whatever you need to use up at any given moment. A frittata […]
A convenient black hole for all your leftovers Read More »
All Italian cuisine purists should stop reading now to avoid the risk of a heart attack. I’m about to take another traditional Italian recipe and break it down to its basic elements. This time, it’s risotto. The classic traditional Italian dish – wonderfully creamy, velvety smooth, full of rich flavor. It has found millions of
Risotto gets an upgrade Read More »
The title might make it seem like I’m undermining my own authority. But keep reading, and you’ll understand what I really mean. It’s easy to come across recipes online that are labeled as “the best,” “ultimate,” or “top-notch.” I have no problem praising my own work – and I know my recipes are truly good.
My recipes are not “the best”. Read More »
When people think of “healthy eating,” most will probably imagine the phrase “sugar-free.” I wish it were that simple, but unfortunately, it’s not. I, too, once fell for this oversimplification. Before I reached the point of freedom where I am today, I went through a phase where I was convinced that sugar was the number
Sugar-free = healthy.. or not? Read More »
This cake recipe came about, like many things in the kitchen, completely by accident. The kids unexpectedly brought home a huge amount of foraged blackberries and were craving cake. It was just a few days after we’d returned from vacation, and I hadn’t had time to do a proper grocery run, so the cupboards were
Accidental fruit tart Read More »
At my house, pesto is something I make at least once a week, and I almost always have some ready in the fridge because it opens up so many possibilities for quick meals. It’s so popular with us that my youngest daughter even named her favorite toy horse “Pesto Pesto Pesto.” New potatoes with pesto
Green liquid gold – pesto Read More »
I believe that one of the most common methods people use to try to lose weight is calorie counting. The theory seems very straightforward and simple – if our energy intake is lower than our energy expenditure, we should lose weight. But what if it’s not as simple as it appears at first glance? I
What’s the deal with calories? Read More »
This is my go-to summer recipe when two of the following conditions are met: 1) I have lots of random leftover vegetables and can’t think of what to do with them and 2) the hot summer takes a break and presents a day when I can turn the oven on without turning my entire house
Quick roasted vegetable sauce Read More »
Ice cream is as much a part of summer holidays as mince pies are to Christmas. Without it, it wouldn’t be a true summer. In the past, I would happily buy ice cream anywhere and any kind without worrying about the ingredients. However, over the years, as I’ve become more conscious about my health, my
Imagine you’re trying to save money for a beach vacation. Every day, you turn over every penny, longingly look into shop windows, but never treat yourself to anything. Then comes a day when you decide not to save and allow yourself to spend as you please. You go to a shopping center and come home
Chips, new TV and taking a break Read More »
This is another recipe where the effort-to-result ratio strongly favors the homemade version. All you need is 5 minutes of active time and you’ll have a granola that is better, cheaper, and healthier than the average store-bought version in every way. And like most of my recipes, it’s highly adaptable, so you can customize it
I am baking this bread with a futuristic vision of new technology capable of transmitting not only images or sounds, but also smells through a computer. This bread would definitely be my first candidate for trying it out. However nice a store bought bread may be, nothing beats the smell in your kitchen as your
5 minute sourdough bread Read More »
Hello, welcome to my blog. I appreciate you taking the time to read my posts, it means the world to me. My name is Katerina and I love food. And not only that, I love healthy food. But it bothers me that there are so many misconceptions about what healthy food actually is. You may
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You might think after reading the title that you’re in the wrong place, or that I’ve quickly grown tired of nutrition. But bear with me, I’ll try to explain it clearly. One of the goals I set out for myself when planning this blog was to try to debunk the myths associated with healthy eating.
A designer dress or a shirt from Poundland? Read More »