Red Lentil and Tomato Soup …

When my kids were younger, I have to confess that I used to sneak healthy ingredients into any meal I could and this Red Lentil and Tomato Soup was a prime example … although I used to simply call it Tomato Soup because I’m reasonably confident that any mention of the word “Lentil” would have been greeted with the word … yuk! Now that they’re older, however, and consciously eating healthy food, I no longer need to hide either the lentils or any reference to them! This is a really tasty soup and super healthy because it’s full of fresh veggies and lentils which … read more

Pumpkin, Tomato & Ricotta Lasagne …

There’s no doubt that Beef Lasagne is on the list of favourites in my house, but for a long time I’ve wanted to create a vegetarian variation of the traditional Lasagne and here it is … Pumpkin, Tomato & Ricotta Lasagne! I was a little nervous with this recipe because my husband loves his meat but even he was impressed AND came back for seconds … so that’s not a bad recommendation! This recipe is quick and easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. Enjoy! Pumpkin, Tomato & Ricotta Lasagne …   Print Author: Mrs … read more

Pumpkin and Vegetable Soup …

It won’t be long before summer is a distant memory and we’ll be looking for delicious, comfort food to warm our tummies … and here it is … Pumpkin and Vegetable Soup. This is a great soup recipe to whip up at the end of the week when you open the vegetable crisper in the fridge and find lots of leftover veggies. Instead of wasting them, throw them in a pot and make a soup. You can include almost any vegetables you like but this particular combination is one of my favourites. Enjoy! Pumpkin and Vegetable Soup …   Print Author: Mrs Organised … read more

Easy Peasy Cheesy Cauliflower in White Sauce …

For me, winter is a time for comfort food … warm, hearty homemade dishes that make me feel good and often remind me of Mum’s cooking. And this Easy Cheesy Cauliflower in White Sauce is one such recipe. It’s the perfect side dish, especially if you’re cooking a roast and it’s also really easy to make. I cook this dish often but that wasn’t always the case. I used to avoid cooking anything with a white sauce because I could never get it quite right. It used to end up all lumpy and I would get so frustrated that I couldn’t create a beautiful smooth sauce … read more

Zucchini and Ricotta Fritters …

I absolutely adore this recipe for Zucchini and Ricotta Fritters. Light, healthy, quick, easy and delicious … perfect! Served with smoked salmon, tomato and toast this is a perfect dish when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry or you’re looking for something nice for Sunday breakfast or brunch. Any leftover fritters are also ideal for lunchboxes the next day. Enjoy! Zucchini and Ricotta Fritters …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 large zucchini, grated ½ teaspoon salt 1 small onion, peeled and grated 2 cloves garlic, … read more

Mexican Layered Dip …

If you’re looking for a dip to impress everyone at your next barbeque, this Mexican Layered Dip is it! Full of flavour and easy to make, it’s a definite winner. If you have a clear serving dish, it’s ideal for this dip as the layered rainbow of colours will make it a feast for the eyes as well as your tummy! This dip is also perfect for an easy dinner on a Sunday night as it’s packed with fresh veggies, beans and avocado. Enjoy! Mexican Layered Dip …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … • 500g … read more

Easy Peasy Two Ingredient Pizza Dough …

This is quite possibly the easiest recipe you’ll ever make … only two ingredients … that’s right … 2 ingredients! Although I’ve been making this Pizza Dough for a long time, it’s not a new recipe and has been floating around the internet forever. I love making this recipe because it turns out every time and also because it doesn’t involve yeast … yeast and I have a difficult relationship, but that’s another story for another time! This dough is so quick because there’s no need to set it aside to rise as you do when yeast is used … just combine the … read more

Tomato, Ham and Zucchini Frittata with Ricotta …

Some nights you just need to create a meal that’s quick and easy without too much fuss … this is one such dish. Serve on it’s own or add a quick tossed salad for a healthy, filling nutritious dinner … and, if you’re lucky, there’ll be leftover for lunchboxes the next day! Tomato, Ham and Zucchini Frittata with Ricotta …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 large zucchini, cut in half lengthways and thinly sliced 1⅓ cups ham, chopped 1 punnet (200g) mixed cherry tomatoes, cut in half 8 eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup milk 1⅓ cups … read more

Cauliflower Soup with Celery and Crispy Bacon …

Cauliflower seems to be one of those vegetables you either love or you hate … there doesn’t seem to be a middle ground with it. I happen to love cauliflower and will eat it no matter how it’s served. My kids are a little fussier but will gobble it up if served with a white sauce and cheese. So when I created this recipe, I did prepare myself for the possibility that they might not enjoy it. While they initially turned their noses up when I served it, one mouthful and they were converted. To choruses of “Mum, I’m really loving this soup!” I could happily claim … read more

Breakfast Beans with Mushrooms …

I don’t know about you, but I love a cooked breakfast on the weekend. The morning is generally more leisurely, everyone is more relaxed and it’s a great opportunity for us all to sit down together without everyone rushing off to school, university and work. This is one of our weekend favourites … soft-boiled eggs, sausages (or bacon), some lovely crusty sour dough toast and a pot of home-made breakfast beans with mushrooms … yum! This is a really simple recipe that takes very little time to make but is really delicious. It’s also a great homemade alternative … read more

Broccoli Soup …

I’ve always been lucky that my kids love broccoli but if your little munchkins give it the cold shoulder, here’s a yummy soup recipe that they just might be willing to try. My guys gobble this one up as soon as the plate hits the table. This will make enough for two meals, freezes beautifully and is super quick and easy. Enjoy! Broccoli Soup …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 2 tablespoons butter 1 onion, diced 1 carrot, peeled and roughly chopped 1 potato, peeled and cut into small cubes 2 sticks celery, chopped 1 clove garlic, … read more

French Onion Soup …

Many people will associate soups with winter but I’m happy to eat it all year round. I love whipping up a huge batch and then freezing it in individual portions. It’s perfect when I’m in a hurry and don’t have much time but I still want to eat something healthy, homemade and nutritious. French Onion Soup is a fairly traditional soup but it’s easy to make, full of flavour and definitely one of my favourites! French Onion Soup …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 50g butter 6 large brown onions, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, crushed … read more

Bacon, Tomato and Vegetable Pasta Bake (with Spooky Eyeballs) …

A Pasta Bake will usually find its way onto my Meal Plan at least once a fortnight because, apart from being delicious, it’s quick and easy and a lot of the chopping and preparation can be done earlier in the day. In fact, the whole dish can be created in the morning so that you only need to pop it in the oven at dinner time. I also love that everything goes into a single dish … less washing up! This is one of our family favourites and I love it also because it’s a great way to use up left over vegetables. That’s the beauty of a dish like this … you can add … read more

Pumpkin Bake …

I love this dish for loads of reasons … it’s perfect for those occasions when you’re asked to bring something, you can prepare it a day ahead if you like, it’s healthy and best of all … it’s scrumptious! My kids love it and usually come back for seconds (and sometimes thirds)! A word of warning though! Please be extremely careful when chopping the pumpkin. It’s such a difficult vegetable to chop up and I’ve often thought that if I ever lose a finger, it will happen when I’m chopping pumpkin … melodramatic I know! Perfect job for hubby if you ask me! Pumpkin … read more

Pumpkin Soup …

Now that the weather has turned very cool here in Queensland it’s time to start cooking those beautiful, hearty meals that bring us warmth and comfort. Winter for me means a bowl of steaming hot soup so here’s my rustic version of the ever-popular Pumpkin Soup … quick, easy and delicious! Pumpkin Soup …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 4 large onions, roughly chopped 3 cloves crushed garlic 1 tablespoon butter 2.5 kg pumpkin of your choice, peeled and chopped into large chunks 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into large chunks … read more