Recipes

Using Sauces for 20-Minute Meals

January 28, 2019

Family dinners call for meals that are both healthy and packed with flavour, but getting them on the table shouldn’t require hours of preparation. Here, I want to share some of the most popular recipes from my Baby and Family Recipe Book, and show you how to make the most of your batch cooked sauces by getting these delicious family meals on the table in a mere 20 minutes or less without sacrificing an ounce of quality!

Marinara Sauce

August 14, 2018

Pasta with marinara sauce is a go-to dish for so many busy mums, including myself. This classic combination is quick, simple and kids adore it! The leftovers even make for a stress-free school lunch the next day. I know it can be tempting during hectic weeks to reach for a shop-bought jar, but I promise you that my tasty Homemade Marinara recipe is easy and fast to make. It is filled to the brim with fresh veggies, which can be sneakily blended to a smooth consistency so fussy eaters won't notice. My girls love it, and I am sure your little ones will too!

Basil and Courgette Pesto

June 15, 2017

This Basil and Courgette Pesto is a great way of getting your kids to eat one of their five a day. Bursting with a fresh tasty flavour, this recipe is a delicious twist on our Homemade Basil Pesto. Who knew adding courgettes would result in such a creamy, flavourful sauce? Swirl it into pasta for a quick and healthy lunchtime meal your kids will love.

Tomato and Mascarpone Pasta Sauce

March 30, 2017

This quick and easy Tomato and Mascarpone Pasta Sauce is the perfect mid-week family meal. You won't have to buy store-bought pasta sauce again! Suitable for lunch or dinner, this sauce is packed with the tasty combination of juicy tomatoes and creamy mascarpone that your little ones will love. Get baby to join in by serving with large pasta shapes for a yummy baby led weaning meal.

Creamy Mushroom Pasta Sauce

March 16, 2017

Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy Creamy Mushroom Pasta Sauce is sure to be a hit with the entire family; even the fussiest eaters. Whether you fancy stirring it through some pasta or serving it over chicken, you won't be disappointed. It's a delicious and easy recipe to get baby to join in on family meal times by getting them to pick up sauce covered pasta chunks for a hands on weaning experience.

Three Pepper Pasta Sauce

February 02, 2017

This Three Pepper Pasta Sauce is quick and easy to do! Healthy and delicious, it's great poured over pasta or chicken for a warm and filling meal the whole family will love. It's the perfect sauce for fussy eaters and even makes a delicious baby led weaning meal served with pasta.

This sauce can also be stored in your freezer for later use. Simply make a big batch and store portions ready for you to whip out and serve as a fuss-free homemade dinner sauce any night of the week.