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Kale Pesto

Pesto: greens + nuts + cheese + nuts + acid + oil. I rarely make pesto the traditional way using basil and pine nuts, because I don’t have them casually lying around, and I like to make things with what I have at home – so today its kale and walnuts!

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Chickpea Stew

In a time like this, we are going for dishes that can be made with ingredients that are affordable and easy to stock up on. I’ve mostly gone for canned products here (chickpeas, chopped tomatoes, etc), so you can keep these in your kitchen cupboard on standby for whenever the cravings kick in.

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Fruit Galette

A pastry that requires some time, but gives high returns! This is a pastry dough that requires a little more time and finesse than most, but I promise you it’s so good that you’d keep returning to it. It’s probably the best pastry I’ve ever made and it is worth every second of effort.

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Mushroom Meatballs

Mushroom (Meat)balls? Mushroom meatless balls? Mushroom balls? Whatever it is, these are absolutely plant-based, and are just as good as the OG meatballs! Eat them as they are with some marinara sauce, smashed in a cheesy sandwich, or make them ahead to keep in your freezer!

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Mushroom Quiche

The pastry needs only 4 ingredients* and a tupperware box. No need for rolling pins or mixing bowls! This is my go-to when someone decides to come over for dinner unplanned. The pastry literally takes you LESS THAN 5 MINS to put together using just a few pantry staples!

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Pumpkin & Feta Puffs

Inspired by….our beloved curry puff of course! If you’re a pastry lover like me, this recipe for the crust is perfect and incredibly easy. It’s light in texture, yet sturdy enough to hold your favourite fillings. This time I’m using pumpkin and feta, but feel free to play around with what you have at home!

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Fluffy Banana-Coconut Pancakes

An easy breakfast pancake to put together, especially if you’ve run out of milk, or are intolerant to it! If you’re like me and don’t really fancy the strong taste of coconut milk in sweet foods, this is for you!

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Deconstructed Fish Pie

EASY. QUICK. MINIMAL CLEANING UP. Whip this up when you need a quick recipe that will impress. It’s a one-pot meal that has all you need – protein, fibre, carbs, healthy fats, love.

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Pear Crumble

So you’re scrambling to put together the best meal you can whip up in a few hours…you’ve figured out a delicious main, have great company coming over, and want to end the meal on a sweet note. Here’s a fuss-free, no brainer dessert that is guaranteed to be a hit… and a great way to rescue overripe fruits.

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Otak-Otak Soufflé

To commemorate National Day, I’ve created a recipe to reflect my mixed heritage! Otak Otak is a regional dish widely known across South-East Asia and is usually time-consuming to make. In this soufflé version, I share my quick kitchen hacks and tips for ingredient substitutes to make it achievable in just under an hour!

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