I guess it goes without saying that I've always made sure my kids' lunchboxes are filled with homemade foods. Otherwise, there'd be no point to this blog. So my freezer has always been stashed full of baked goods and every school day my kids have enjoyed varied foods that are full of goodness. Packets of processed foods were rare special treats. But last year, a few things changed and I … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Cornflake Cookies
I went to my school reunion on Saturday night. It was the first reunion that my year level has had in the 25 years since we finished year 12. (That's right, I'm not a day over 35. Or maybe just a few days.) I had quite a few reservations about going. I went to a country high school and it was socially a tricky time for me, so wasn't really sure I'd be happy to be there, but I'm so glad I … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Cinnamon Scrolls
Yeah, okay, let's rock 'n' scroll. Ha! I'm on a scroll with this recipe. *Cough* That's enough of that. But seriously, the scroll has eluded me for quite some time, mainly because I don't have the right touch with bread-making. Not long ago, I published a recipe for Cheesy Pumpkin Scrolls, which was a victory of sorts because I finally figured out how to do it. The trick is to use a pizza … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Banana Bread with Maple Syrup
It was bound to happen sooner or later. I mean, everyone needs a banana bread recipe in their baking repertoire. I've never gotten around to it, so I thought it was high time I got that sorted. I've said it before - I really love bananas in gluten-free baking. They're amazing. They add strength and elasticity as well as sweetness and a gorgeous taste. There's not much sugar in this banana … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Lemon and Poppy Seed Cupcakes
One of the lovely things about childhood is little rituals. Kids seem to thrive on routine and doing something over and over can form really strong memories. Every Thursday afternoon, I collect my kids from school and drive to Adelaide's eastern suburbs so that my eldest daughter can have a violin lesson. While that's happening, I take my other kids to a nearby bakery which is 100 percent … [Read more...]