Being involved in the BLV blog meant I had been excitedly imagining Reuben’s first tastes since before he was born! The six months flew by and it was soon time to try him on his taste adventure – I imagined our little family creating many happy memories of relaxed, fun mealtimes, especially after reading of other bloggers’ joyous experiences of the world of weaning. Continue reading “Weaning woes…there is hope!”
Edamame, Courgette & Potato Croquettes

Almost as soon as I’d finished taking the shot of these little beauties, a small hand reached out and grabbed one, devouring it before I even had a chance to offer them round. That was my 3 year-old, who completely adores these. It later turned out they are also a big hit with the baby. Well, who doesn’t love a bit of fried potato!? Fortunately these are also packed full of fresh green goodness and the edamame beans add a protein punch, making them a complete mini-meal in themselves.
Family bircher breakfast

Our family can’t get enough of this easy to make Bircher recipe! It’s a delicious soaked fruit muesli, so a great way for babies to get more raw fruit in their diet as it softens up beautifully.
The 6 ingredients don’t need any cooking, just 15 minutes soaking time (or overnight for extra creaminess). The Bircher mix is eaten cold; a fantastic family breakfast in the summer when you fancy a hearty filling meal without having to sweat over hot porridge!
Easy Like a Sunday Lunch Puree

20 money & time saving tips for families who love to cook
As busy working mums who love to cook and value family mealtimes, we are forever hunting for short-cuts in the kitchen as well as ways of reducing costs and going a bit easier on our planet. We’ve put our heads together on this one to bring you some of our top tried-and-tested tips. Continue reading “20 money & time saving tips for families who love to cook”
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