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Brownies ai Fagioli Neri

(read in English) Mi piace tantissimo riuscire a condividere il momento della colazione con il mio ragazzo – purtroppo non capita tutti giorni, ma cerchiamo di fare del nostro meglio! La vedo come un’occasione per passare più tempo insieme, parlare dei nostri impegni per la giornata, e condividere una colazione nutriente… Tante volte è ancheContinue reading “Brownies ai Fagioli Neri”

Pesto con Kale e Basilico

(read in English) Estate significa abbondanza di basilico fresco… quale modo migliore di utilizzarlo se non preparando un po’ di pesto? Per quanto mi piaccia quello tradizionale con formaggio e pinoli, mi annoio anche facilmente e mi piace dunque sperimentare un po’ in cucina con nuove ricette! Questa, ad esempio, è incentrata su basilico, kaleContinue reading “Pesto con Kale e Basilico”

Kale and Basil Pesto

(read in Italian) Summer means plenty of fresh basil available.. and what a better way to use it than making pesto? I like the traditional one with cheese and pine nuts, but I get bored easily so I always like to get creative and try new food combinations. This recipe calls for basil, kale, andContinue reading “Kale and Basil Pesto”

Almond, Pecan and Pumpkin Seed Butter

How many times have you planned to start a diet next Monday, next January, next week? And, honestly, how many times did you give up before starting or just after a few days? What if today you decide to stop looking for a quick fix or trying to follow the latest trendy diet… and you simplyContinue reading “Almond, Pecan and Pumpkin Seed Butter”

Brownies with Black Beans

(read in Italian) Love when I can manage to share a nice breakfast with my better half – unfortunately, it doesn’t happen every day. I see that as a chance to spend some extra time together, talk about the day ahead, and share nourishing food… or even try new recipes! This is what happened withContinue reading “Brownies with Black Beans”

Whole grain scones and Raw Raspberry Chia Jam

Before moving to Ireland, I never had a scone before… but they are such a lovely idea for breakfast or brunch that after trying them a couple of times, I ended up experimenting at home with several combinations. I always use whole grain flour as a base, but all the other ingredients are different everyContinue reading “Whole grain scones and Raw Raspberry Chia Jam”

Noodles with Asparagus and Courgettes

Asparagus is one of those veggies that many people avoid to cook at home because of their characteristic taste, not so easy to pair and to prepare. The key is actually “keep it simple” – find a way to eat asparagus that you like and that at the same time allows you to celebrate them and reallyContinue reading “Noodles with Asparagus and Courgettes”

5 simple ways to start having a “zero waste” kitchen

(read in Italian) There are plenty of ways in which you can easily reduce waste in your home and use less plastic or single-use objects: the kitchen can be a great starting point for this kind of changes. I truly see as part of a lifestyle that is a real support for my well-being, evenContinue reading “5 simple ways to start having a “zero waste” kitchen”

3 Benefits that you can get from being more aware around food

Wondering how being more aware and eating with intention can change/improve your everyday life or your relationship with food and with yourself? Wondering how starting to be truly aware of the entire process of eating and don’t only mindless getting some fuel for your body can make a difference for you? Let’s talk about 3Continue reading “3 Benefits that you can get from being more aware around food”