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Monday, 17 September 2012
Wednesday, 22 August 2012
Total Greek Yoghurt review
I made some pasties a good few weeks ago, Cornish for the meat eaters in the household and veggie for the veggie (recipe at http://studentsgrub.blogspot.co.uk). Unfortunately I didn't get all the ingredients and when it came to adding in single cream I realised I hadn't shopped as well as I should have done.
Luckily I had some Total Greek Yoghurt in the fridge so decided to use that instead of the single cream and I now think I have improved the recipe! (what did I hear my son say the other day HUZZAH)
I may well be converted to veggie pasties due to this slip up. Anyhow, story doesn't end there.
Being so excited at the taste I popped straight over to the TOTAL website and emailed my news. In return I was most kindly sent some split pots to try out and so I decided to add a review from each in the household to let you know just what they are like.
My review
(Here's how I eat mine)
Thick and creamy yoghurt, enough for a really good snack as it is very filling. With my first taste (pot) I wasn't sure about the thickness of the yoghurt, a little too thick perhaps and on it's own it lacks lustre. The little pot of compote that accompanies the yoghurt, however, is too die for, raspberry and pomegranate heaven. When added to the yoghurt it changes it to a whole new experience on the tastebuds - yum. I was even considering asking for a pot of the compote on it's own but that would be pushing my luck, getting a delivery of these split pots and two large pots of Greek yoghurt alone is a real treat and very much appreciated. I have plans for the plain Greek yoghurt and will be trying some recipes out asap. I have to say the second pot that I ate today seemed better, taste buds know what to expect and I savoured each mouthful instead of my usual 'throwing it down my neck'.
Son's review
(Here's how he eats his)
1st pot - Yoghurt is too thick and on it's own it's too sharp but the compote is really yummy. "Do they do just the jam on it's own Mum?". Mixing it together is much better.
2nd Pot - The yoghurt is not that thick really, not if you mix both together.
Hub's review
(Eats his just as I eat mine!)
Nice but yoghurt is too thick, bit claggy. Lovely compote!
But the same end result for all 3
Luckily I had some Total Greek Yoghurt in the fridge so decided to use that instead of the single cream and I now think I have improved the recipe! (what did I hear my son say the other day HUZZAH)
I may well be converted to veggie pasties due to this slip up. Anyhow, story doesn't end there.
Being so excited at the taste I popped straight over to the TOTAL website and emailed my news. In return I was most kindly sent some split pots to try out and so I decided to add a review from each in the household to let you know just what they are like.
My review
(Here's how I eat mine)
a little compote with a little yoghurt
Thick and creamy yoghurt, enough for a really good snack as it is very filling. With my first taste (pot) I wasn't sure about the thickness of the yoghurt, a little too thick perhaps and on it's own it lacks lustre. The little pot of compote that accompanies the yoghurt, however, is too die for, raspberry and pomegranate heaven. When added to the yoghurt it changes it to a whole new experience on the tastebuds - yum. I was even considering asking for a pot of the compote on it's own but that would be pushing my luck, getting a delivery of these split pots and two large pots of Greek yoghurt alone is a real treat and very much appreciated. I have plans for the plain Greek yoghurt and will be trying some recipes out asap. I have to say the second pot that I ate today seemed better, taste buds know what to expect and I savoured each mouthful instead of my usual 'throwing it down my neck'.
Son's review
(Here's how he eats his)
mixed together in a creamy mess
1st pot - Yoghurt is too thick and on it's own it's too sharp but the compote is really yummy. "Do they do just the jam on it's own Mum?". Mixing it together is much better.
2nd Pot - The yoghurt is not that thick really, not if you mix both together.
Hub's review
(Eats his just as I eat mine!)
Nice but yoghurt is too thick, bit claggy. Lovely compote!
But the same end result for all 3
home is best
Having spent a week or so in Spain soaking up some much needed sun I returned feeling I had missed something, I think that something was soaking up the culture, enjoying the surroundings, getting the feeling of the place. It was TOO hot (I never thought i'd hear myself say that but it was) too hot to walk around and enjoy the scenery, sites and all.
A few days after returning we headed for grandparents in Sheringham.
I always think of my visits to parents as going home even though it has never been my home. My folks moved to Sheringham 17 years ago (tempus fugit and all that) and I had flown the nest many years before to move to the city to study. Going home this week has been lovely, my son and myself spent a week at my parents house and we made sure to get out and about as much as possible.
Our last day was spent crabbing at Cromer, and just look at that view, better than anywhere....
on the pier.................
comparing catches with neighbours on the pier............
A few days after returning we headed for grandparents in Sheringham.
I always think of my visits to parents as going home even though it has never been my home. My folks moved to Sheringham 17 years ago (tempus fugit and all that) and I had flown the nest many years before to move to the city to study. Going home this week has been lovely, my son and myself spent a week at my parents house and we made sure to get out and about as much as possible.
Our last day was spent crabbing at Cromer, and just look at that view, better than anywhere....
on the pier.................
excited at catching a couple of crabs........
comparing catches with neighbours on the pier............
our little friendly nippers....................
returning the crabs to the sea .............
and just look at the sky, beautiful......
So that was one day of our visit and a great one it was too. Hope you are all enjoying the summer hols and that they are not over too soon!
Saturday, 21 July 2012
family photos shared
I'm an avid photographer and never without a camera in my possession. My iphone is really an icamera, I don't think i've made more than 10 calls on it in 2 years (texting, now that's a different story altogether, I can text in my sleep) and it fits so neatly into my tiny handbag.
For Father's day this year Jacob and I stored a collection of photo's from our trip to Center Parcs on a usb stick and shot over to Asda to print off a quickee photo book. A friend gave me the idea after we went camping in April and she got one made up for herself and her children.
And yes, I did spell Centre incorrectly but hey, it won't hurt anyone.
Well, it reduced this households Father to tears, I'd taken stacks and stacks of Father and Son photos at Center Parcs and it was lovely to see the two of them looking through it together, laughing at all the capers they'd got up to and smiling from front to back cover.
Look out for the photo book machine at Asda when you need a quick present for family.
There are quite a few sites selling very similar and possibly better quality photo books but this was quick and easy and great for a last minute present.
Another present which turned out to be a lovely present was this book that Jacob bought for his Dad, well really it was a present for himself which he should have returned in a year or so, however long it takes Dad to fill it in.
I also gave one to my Dad and I really can't wait to get it back again. Dad loves writing, he writes poetry and I think he's enjoying filling this book in. Honestly, I really can't wait to read it. I know lots about my Dad and his capers over his lifetime but I've never, ever spoken to him about the things that this book asks i.e. What did you think of me when you saw me for the first time? We don't talk personal stuff, we're all a bit shy and embarrassed when it comes to expressing our emotions in our family so this will indeed be a most interesting book to read.
For Father's day this year Jacob and I stored a collection of photo's from our trip to Center Parcs on a usb stick and shot over to Asda to print off a quickee photo book. A friend gave me the idea after we went camping in April and she got one made up for herself and her children.
And yes, I did spell Centre incorrectly but hey, it won't hurt anyone.
Well, it reduced this households Father to tears, I'd taken stacks and stacks of Father and Son photos at Center Parcs and it was lovely to see the two of them looking through it together, laughing at all the capers they'd got up to and smiling from front to back cover.
Look out for the photo book machine at Asda when you need a quick present for family.
There are quite a few sites selling very similar and possibly better quality photo books but this was quick and easy and great for a last minute present.
Another present which turned out to be a lovely present was this book that Jacob bought for his Dad, well really it was a present for himself which he should have returned in a year or so, however long it takes Dad to fill it in.
I also gave one to my Dad and I really can't wait to get it back again. Dad loves writing, he writes poetry and I think he's enjoying filling this book in. Honestly, I really can't wait to read it. I know lots about my Dad and his capers over his lifetime but I've never, ever spoken to him about the things that this book asks i.e. What did you think of me when you saw me for the first time? We don't talk personal stuff, we're all a bit shy and embarrassed when it comes to expressing our emotions in our family so this will indeed be a most interesting book to read.
Thursday, 19 July 2012
kids recipes
I'm looking for recipes for meals for kids. I'd like to try out meals that others feed their offspring.
Do you have a good tried and tested recipe, something your child loves and eats until the last morsel has gone?
I'd love to know what it is, care to share it with me?
Do you have a good tried and tested recipe, something your child loves and eats until the last morsel has gone?
I'd love to know what it is, care to share it with me?
Sunday, 15 July 2012
guest chef - The Hub
Twice in one week The Hub made biscuits, once for us to eat here at home and once again for the club that I help to run every six weeks or so for the kids in Jacob's class to meet up and play together, trade some cards, sell some old toys etc.
The Hub made these:-
Chocolate chip cookies, courtesy of http://laureneasmith.blogspot.co.uk/2008/05/millies-cookie-recipe.html#!/2008/05/millies-cookie-recipe.html
Ingredients
125g softened butter
100g light brown sugar
125g caster sugar
1 egg
1tsp vanilla extract
200g chocolate chips (but Hub broke up an unwanted dark chocolate bar for this batch)
225g self-raising flour
half tsp salt
Oven pre-heated to 180 degrees centigrade
Method
Cream the sugars and butter together
Mix in a beaten egg along with the vanilla extract
Sift the flour and salt mixing well (gets a little tough to do but go for it)
Add the choc chips or broken choc bar and combine
Roll into walnut size balls and place on a baking tray with a good distance apart as they melt and spread
Cook in oven for around 7-10 mins depending on how gooey you like your bikkies!
Cool on a tray or eat straight away, they are soooooooooooooooooo delicious
Thanks to Lauren Smith for this lovely recipe and thanks to The Hub for making them
The Hub made these:-
Chocolate chip cookies, courtesy of http://laureneasmith.blogspot.co.uk/2008/05/millies-cookie-recipe.html#!/2008/05/millies-cookie-recipe.html
Ingredients
125g softened butter
100g light brown sugar
125g caster sugar
1 egg
1tsp vanilla extract
200g chocolate chips (but Hub broke up an unwanted dark chocolate bar for this batch)
225g self-raising flour
half tsp salt
Oven pre-heated to 180 degrees centigrade
Method
Cream the sugars and butter together
Mix in a beaten egg along with the vanilla extract
Sift the flour and salt mixing well (gets a little tough to do but go for it)
Add the choc chips or broken choc bar and combine
Roll into walnut size balls and place on a baking tray with a good distance apart as they melt and spread
Cook in oven for around 7-10 mins depending on how gooey you like your bikkies!
Cool on a tray or eat straight away, they are soooooooooooooooooo delicious
Thanks to Lauren Smith for this lovely recipe and thanks to The Hub for making them
guest chef - Jacob
Jacob's Hungry Caterpillar Cake
Each cake could be sold seperately to make a little more money for the school PTA Fund
And he even made one for us to eat a home which was devoured as quickly as you could say 'anyone for cake?' And that is why I have my own bouyancy aid attached permenantly to my middle area!
And the cake master at work
Good for his mathematic skills too!
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