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Beetsuka - Vegan Shaksuka

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Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 16th of September 2024 For a long time, I have wanted shaksuka.  Although I can make vegan scrambled eggs, I can't make a vegan egg.  However, there are still two options: use whole beetroots or make some sort of vegan mock egg from tofu.  Both options seem interesting, but tonight, I will be taking the beetroot option; hence, the beetsuka name.  This is easy, quick and very low calorie.  Notes Add some wine for that little extra. The Indian salt adds an eggy flavour to the dish. The beetroot takes the place of the eggs. Time, 20–25 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients Beetroots x 4 Tin of tomatoes Onion x 1, diced  Garlic x 2 cloves, crushed Bell pepper x 1, diced 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground paprika 1 tsp of black pepper  1/2 tsp of Indian black salt Cider vinegar x 60 ml Fresh Coriander Method Fry the onion and diced bell pepper in a suitable sized saucepan in a little oil until the onion turns soft and translucent.  Add in the spices and stir. A
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Make Vegan Scrambled Eggs

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Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 9th of September 2024 Why bother buying a packet job when this recipe is so easy?   It's so easy and only has 5 ingredients. Furthermore, it takes no time at all to prepare, so from now on you never have to miss out scrambled eggs on that Saturday morning fry up again. Notes  The Indian salt is what gives it the eggy flavour.    Serves 1 Time 10 minutes or less Ingredients  Tofu x 110 g Turmeric x 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper x 1/4 tsp Black pepper x 1/4 tsp Indian black salt x 1/4 tsp   Method Crumble the tofu until it resembles scrambled eggs. Add the turmeric, cayenne pepper and Indian black salt. Mix it all in using a regular metal fork. Heat in a frying pan with just a little oil for about 8 minutes on a medium heat.    After adding the turmeric.   After adding the cayenne pepper and black salt.  Results I hope that you liked this blog and if you do try this recipe, please let me know how you got on and what it turned out like. You can leave a co
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Dutch Apple Cake

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Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 2nd of September 2024 I really missed Dutch apple cake, so I started looking around for a recipe.  I used to buy Dutch apple cake from Holland & Barrett, but they don't seem to do it any more.  I have tried to recreate that cake from memory and with no recipe to guide me. Much to my amazement, I couldn't find one suitable recipe anywhere.  Since I was really missing it, I decided to make my own by modifying a banana bread recipe I had made years ago.  This cake is stodgily delightful and sweet, which is exactly what I was looking for!
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Quinoa and Bulgar Wheat

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  Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 26th of August 2024 Quinoa is high in protein and Bulgar wheat is a great source of roughage/fibre, so if you are looking for a dish with protein, but is still fibre rich, this is a great meal to have.  I like to eat this with salad, but you can have it with veg or just have a big bowl of it by its self.  
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Tofu Slices Stewed In Onion Gravy

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Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 19th of August 2024 One simple dinner I used to miss was stewed beef slices in onion gravy.  Well, I don't have to miss this dinner any more and neither do you.  This is so simple and easy you will be able to have it many times a week if you want. I have tried with extra firm and just firm tofu and the extra firm is much easier to slice with a mandolin.
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Apple Pie Overnight Oats

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Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 5th of August 2025 Overnight oats have to be the simplest breakfasts I know.  You put it together the night before and in the morning you have a great tasting highly nutritious breakfast that you just pour in a bowl and eat. Basic ingredients are rolled oast and soya milk.  Great for hot summer days.
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Banana Oat Bread

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Written by   McDonald, T.    |  Date 8th of July 2024 This one of my favourite fruit breads because it's so easy and quick to make. There are many ways to make this bread, but this is a more common recipe that will make a mini loaf with about 14 serving. 
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Carrot Cake Flavour Overnight Oats

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By McDonald, T.   |  Date 1st of July 2024 Do you like carrot cake?  Yes, great! So, why not try out carrot cake flavoured overnight oats?  I know, you think that i'm having you on, but I'm not and it is such a great treat in the morning or anytime.  It still has that creamy taste and texture, but with a distinct carrot cake flavour and with the added bonus of vitamin A.
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Easy No Knead Bread

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  Written by McDonald, T.   |  Date 24th of June 2024 No need for kneading makes it so easy! All you have to do is mix all the ingredients together and leave it overnight before baking it the next day. Adding in some folding will improve your bread no end while the salt and sugar help to preserve it for longer although it's not likely to be around long if you know what I mean. Waste Short term waste: Zero  Long term waste: Flour packaging Yeast packaging Sugar packaging  Salt container  Mix the dry ingredients together. Sticky dough. After 12 hours, put into a big pot. Notes Hydration is at 80%, but you can go higher. Baker's notes Flour 100% (500 g) Water 86% (430 g) Yeast 1.4% (7 g) dry  [Fresh is 4% (20) g]  Salt 1.8% (9 g) Makes one 800 g loaf Ingredients 250 g white strong bread flour 2 50 g wholemeal strong bread flour 1 tsp of sugar (optional, but advisable) 9 g Salt   7 g active dry yeast/
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Gochujang Fried Rice

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Written by   McDonald, T.    |  Date 17th of June 2024 This is a dish you just must try.  It's so tasty and filling.  The Korean spices gives this a fantastic flavour and the veg and tofu add to the texture and increase the variety of flavours. 
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