Chef Allie

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The recipes I post are all easy and quick to make giving you time to wipe a nose, give a cuddle or feed a hungry child.
All Recipes and Posts by Allie
Crumbed Tuna and Vegetable Patties
Crumbed Tuna and Vegetable Patties I just love these little tuna and vegetable patties. They are a fast and versatile ...
Read moreBanana Avocado Smash
Banana Avocado Smash There are endless possibilities when pureeing food combinations for your baby and some are incredibly simple to ...
Read moreIntroducing: 1 Meal 3 Ways
One meal, three ways Have you mastered the art of family cooking? Trying to juggle three different meals, while ensuring each one is nutritious and delicious, can be exhausting. One meal, three ways aims to create a complete family meal that is suitable for a baby, toddler and... Read moreDate & Coconut Slice
This date and coconut slice has no added sugar and uses a mix of quinoa and wholemeal flours. Quinoa has ...
Read moreFruit ‘N’ Yoghurt Fondue
Fruit ‘n’ yoghurt fondue Many children love fresh fruit but some don’t and prefer drinking fruit juice instead. You can ...
Read moreThe Tasting Plate: Parent-Led Vs Baby-Led Weaning
You will find the full tasting plate article and recipes in our Launch Magazine. Yep you can buy online NOW until stocks last. Read first: introducing the tasting plate. Read second: why we love the tasting plate Finger foods can be incorporated into your baby’s food routine as early as you wish –... Read moreBanana Toast for Babies
Banana toast for babies Banana toast is a wonderful soft finger food for babies and toddlers and helps to keep ...
Read moreBlueberry Yoghurt
Blueberry yoghurt is blue food the natural way. I like to use blueberries in yoghurt because they are so delicious ...
Read moreThe Tasting Plate: Why We Love The Tasting Plate
You will find the full tasting plate article and recipes in our Launch Magazine. Yep you can buy online NOW until stocks last. Read first: introducing the tasting plate Read next: Parent-led weaning Vs baby-led weaning Why We Love The Tasting Plate Builds Trust: The tasting plate is one way of serving a balanced... Read moreThe Tasting Plate: Introducing The One Handed Cooks Tasting Plate
For more inspiration check out our Foodie eBooks or bestselling books ‘Raising a healthy, happy eater‘ and ‘Boosting your basics‘ which both have dedicated Tasting Plate chapters for fussy toddlers. Read next: Why we love the tasting plate Read next: Parent-led weaning Vs baby-led weaning When it comes to feeding your child, one of... Read moreGuest Post: Don’t Be Rude to Food
Written by: Kate Wengier In our house we have a rule – be nice to food. Be polite to sweet potato, courteous to carrots and there’s no need to badmouth broccoli. This rule comes in handy when starting the experimental food phase with a toddler. Kids at this age tend to... Read moreOne Handed Cooks: Magazine Errors
Issue #1: Cheesy Crackers p.104 Missing ingredient: 2 tbsp water Issue #2: Basil Pesto Dip p.87 Missing ingredient: 1 bunch fresh basil, washed, leaves removed Red lentil, carrot, ginger and mint soup p.64 Missing ingredient: 4 small carrots (or 3 large), grated Missing method: In step 2. add the carrots... Read moreInspiration: 30 Things You Can Make In A Muffin Tin
Did you know you can make a whole lot more than a muffin in a muffin tin? Do you ever get stuck for ideas when you want to feed your kids nice and simple homemade finger foods? We’ve noticed that some older babies and toddlers go through a phase when... Read moreTropical Fruit Baby Puree
One of the first mixed puree’s I gave to Harry. He was delighted and gobbled it up really quickly. I kept ...
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