Hi there, Reader When you need dinner on the table fast, Instant Pot Spaghetti Bolognese is the answer! Itβs the most mindless, satisfying dinner. Plop everything (and I mean EVERYTHING, even dried spaghetti) in the Instant Pot and go! It cooks in 8 minutes. No Instant Pot? Don't worry, there's a stovetop version of this recipe coming very soon! π CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE! More Instant Pot Recipes: Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes Instant Pot Lentil Dal Instant Pot Portobello Pot Roast Instant Pot...
7 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi there, Reader And here I am, working in my office for the first time in over three months, because Chester got the all clear on Wednesday! π₯³ His bones have healed, his metal work is perfectly in place, and he can gradually return to normal activities over the next 4 weeks. That means things (life, work/new recipes, etc) can start getting back to normal. I'm so relieved that this period of our lives is coming to an end. I even bought myself a bottle of bubbly to celebrate when I left the...
11 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi there, Reader It's finally strawberry season, and while there is nothing better than enjoying them by the big juicy handful, there are few things not made better by adding some juicy little bursts of strawberry! Whether you've got a flat that needs using up, or a glut of lacklustre strawberries that looked promising but failed to deliver flavour-wise, here are some of my most popular strawberry recipes for your inspiration! Strawberry Dessert Salsa π PIN FOR LATER Strawberry Salsa with...
14 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi there, Reader Believe it or not, summer is almost here, and a lot of us have long weekends coming up. Whether that's Canada Day, Memorial Day for my friends in the U.S, or Spring bank holiday for my friends in the UK, let's ring in the season with these delicious recipes for your picnic, party, backyard dinner, or potluck! (All of them can be made or prepped ahead). Elote Pasta Salad "This was FABULOUS!! I could literally eat it every day. So creative and delicious! Thank you!!" - Tracy...
18 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi there, Reader Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are quick, easy, low-maintenance, and so incredibly sweet, soft, and creamy. They practically melt in your mouth! Enjoy as a side, or cook a batch to keep on hand for adding to recipes. I highly recommend using them in my sweet potato smoothie, sweet potato chocolate pudding, and sweet potato biscuits! CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE! More Instant Pot recipes: Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup Instant Pot Portobello Pot Roast Instant Pot Tomato Soup Instant Pot...
21 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi there, Reader I LOVE smoothies and make them at least 3 or 4 times a week. They really are one of the quickest and easiest ways to boost your fruit and veggie intake in a very delicious way. If you're looking for some smoothie recipes that are yummy enough to make you want to jump out of bed in the morning, here are the 10 most popular on AVV, starting with the most popular first! Kale Apple Smoothie π PIN FOR LATER This quick and easy Kale Apple Smoothie is full of good-for-you...
25 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi there, Reader A new recipe - Chocolate Coconut Banana Bread! It's the soft and tender banana bread you know and love, but loaded with coconut and chocolate chips. The crusty, golden, toasty coconut top is SO good! CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE! More Banana Bread: Spelt Banana Bread Tahini Banana Bread Vegan Chocolate Banana Bread Vegan Chocolate & Nut Banana Bread If you make this recipe, I'd love to hear in the comments how it turns out. You can also share a picture on Instagram. Be sure to...
28 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi there, Reader So obviously there's taco Tuesday, but what about, like, Fronut Friday?π€ I feel like it should be a thing. Fronuts are not just good on Fridays, though. They are also perfect for Easter brunch, weekends, or any treat yourself situation. You could be tucking into one in only 10 minutes! Go on...You know you want to! CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE! π PIN FOR LATER If you make this recipe, I'd love to hear in the comments how it turns out. You can also share a picture on Instagram....
about 1 month agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi there, Reader My take on the great Greek spinach and feta pie, Spanakopita! Featuring shatteringly crisp phyllo pastry, and a soft, salty, vegan feta-cheesy, spinachy filling, all baked up to golden perfection. CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE! π PIN FOR LATER Here's what some of you have had to say about it: "I LOVED the crunchy, crackly, scrunched-up phyllo crust, and the filling is so good I had to force myself to stop eating it before it went in the pie. I've tried many vegan recipes and this...
about 1 month agoΒ β’Β 1 min read