Author: Craig

chewy choc chip gluten free cookies

chewy choc chip gluten free cookies

Chewy choc chip cookies. Gluten free and made with dates, maple syrup, coconut and gluten free flour. Quick and easy in the Thermomix or food processor.

char siu pulled pork

char siu pulled pork

Char Sui Pulled Pork cooked low and slow. Great served with an Asian style coleslaw or in burgers with slaw and mayo.

strawberry cheesecake slice with a shortbread crust

strawberry cheesecake slice with a shortbread crust

Healthy no bake coconut strawberry cheesecake slice with a shortbread crust and dark chocolate drizzle. Made in the Thermomix.

why I am gluten free and how I learnt to listen to my body

why I am gluten free and how I learnt to listen to my body

Why I am gluten free and how I learnt to listen to my body to reduce joint pain and inflammation. This is my health story.

bounty bar bites

bounty bar bites

Coconut bounty bars covered in white and dark chocolate. Filled with shredded coconut, maple syrup, vanilla and almond milk they make for a great snack or dessert.

barbecued pork loin

barbecued pork loin

Barbecued pork loin with crispy, crunchy crackling. Score the skin, rub with salt and allow to dry out overnight in the fridge for the best crackling.

caramel cheesecake slice

caramel cheesecake slice

With a crunchy sweet base, a coconut flavoured filling, an almond flavoured caramel layer and a chocolate topping this caramel cheesecake slice might just be a new favourite in our house.

barbecued tandoori chicken

barbecued tandoori chicken

Tandoori chicken grilled on the barbecue and served with a yogurt, coriander and mint dressing and some crunchy poppadoms.

aussie damper

aussie damper

A good old fashioned Aussie damper recipe that can be baked in the oven or in a charcoal barbecue. Damper is best served with a smear of butter, honey or jam.

pecan brownie bars

pecan brownie bars

These full flavoured frozen delights are simple to make and taste great. They’re sweet and crunchy and happen to be gluten, dairy and refined sugar free.

barbecued lamb ribs

barbecued lamb ribs

lamb ribs smoked and served with a refined sugar-free BBQ sauce The distinct flavour of lamb is ever present in lamb ribs. It comes through strongly and with the mix of a little fat and with a light brush of sauce lamb ribs are awesome. 

coconut strawberry cheesecake

coconut strawberry cheesecake

This tasty strawberry cheesecake slice happens to be gluten free, refined sugar free and paleo friendly. It is quick and easy to make in the Thermomix or food processor and also happens to look very cool!

strawberry bacon jam

strawberry bacon jam

Bacon. Strawberries… in a jam? Sounds good to me! Sweet spreadable strawberry jam with crispy bacon pieces. Great for burgers, on toast and as a condiment.

refined sugar free BBQ sauce

refined sugar free BBQ sauce

Store bought sauces are typically loaded with sugar, calories, flavourings and preservatives. Besides being very unhealthy they have a tendency to overpower whatever you are serving it with. Medijool dates and maple syrup form the sweetener in this BBQ sauce.

smoked chicken breasts with… mayo

smoked chicken breasts with… mayo

Chicken breasts smoked in the Weber, seasoned, and brushed with… mayonnaise! Mayo helps to avoid the meat sticking to the grill, hold onto seasonings, encourage the Maillard reaction and potentially retain moisture in the meat.

coco mojitos

coco mojitos

Be warned. These are addictive! Marina and I first discovered coco mojitos on our honeymoon and they quickly became a favourite. Vodka, coconut rum, pineapple, lime and some other secrets make for one (or two) tasty cocktails.

chicken lollipops

chicken lollipops

Barbecued, cool looking, sweet and sticky chicken drumsticks. With a little bit of prep work you can make the average chicken drumstick look like a giant lollipop. Also makes eating them a lot easier. Oh and the taste really good too!

beef back ribs

beef back ribs

Beef back ribs are smaller than short ribs, cook in roughly half the time and are half the price. But do they taste as good as shorties? I think they go pretty close!

choc coconut bliss balls

choc coconut bliss balls

These bliss balls are packed with flavour, nutritional goodness and are very quick and easy to make. Their natural sweetness comes from dates and maple syrup whilst the cocao gives it it’s chocolatey taste. The texture of the balls is similar to fudge with the added crunch from the almonds.

spaghetti squash bolognese

spaghetti squash bolognese

Spaghetti Bolognese minus the pasta! This rich and tasty slow cooked beef and pork bolognese is served on spaghetti squash noodles for a gluten-free, paleo friendly and low calorie alternative.