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Winter Spiced Scrub

Winter Spiced Body Scrub Tutorial - Cupful of SprinklesThis is definitely my favourite time of the year. The dark nights and cosy weekends fuelled with good food and good people. The Christmas lights lighting up the street and the feel of excitement in the air all around as the countdown begins for everyone’s favourite day.

As much as I love this season one thing that I hate, and it gets me every year is the dry skin that comes from the extreme change in weather. The harsh winds and heating that dries the air leaves my skin a flaky mess. Overnight it seems I go from soft and smooth to visible dry patches which I need to cream 3 times a day! 

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Maple Parsnips

Maple Parsnip Recipe - Cupful of SprinklesI love parsnips; they’re one of my favourite root vegetables. I love to fry them and add to salads, use as a sweetener in soups, lightly roast as a delicious side dish or even bake them into a scrumptious, moist cake.

Maple roasted parsnips are definitely my favourite way to enjoy them though. Peeled, par boiled and fried with a little maple syrup. They make the perfect side dish and can be eaten with a roast dinner, a shepherd’s pie, or any other dinner or lunch. They’re so versatile!

But, aside from being absolutely delicious, did you know parsnips are also full of so many health benefits?! They contain high levels of fibre, water and protein. As well as Vitamin C; which helps to maintain good oral health and also helps the immune system by stimulating white blood cell production to attack foreign microbes in the body. Parsnips also contain folate and Vitamins B6, E and K. [Read more…]

Warming Vegetable Soup

Warming Vegetable Soup Recipe - Cupful of SprinklesEvery winter for as long as I can remember my mum has been making delicious homemade soups. Full of chunky, seasonal vegetables mixed with stock and pureed down to a thick paste. It was always my favourite meal, and one that I would look forward to all day. I would fill the biggest bowl that I could right up to the top (as well as eating a few spoonful’s straight from the pot along the way), gently warm up crusty roll, slather it in butter and use it to soak up the soup and get every single bit left.

My bowl was always left clean and my tummy full. It has always been such a comforting, rich and hearty meal and is perfect during autumn and winter when the colder weather hits and the nights start to draw in. So, every year around this time, I constantly badger my mum to make me her famous soup. 

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Basic Porridge

Basic Porridge Recipe

I’m just going to say it… I love oats. I’m not kidding when I say that I have porridge basically every single day for breakfast; and not just in the autumn or winter, this is a year-round staple for me. I love how it keeps me feeling full all morning, and how easy it is to customise.

This is my basic go-to recipe. You can eat this as is, sprinkled with a thick layer of crunchy sugar. Or use it as a base for any fruit, toppings or spices you want to use. I like to keep it simple with some dried fruit and cinnamon, or fresh fruit and homemade compote. I love that every single bowl tastes completely different.It goes to prove that all you need is a few good basic recipes to get you started.

To make this recipe a success, I’ve learnt the hard way that the oats HAVE to be good-quality. Make sure you purchase rolled oats – gluten free if required – that aren’t too fine or ‘dusty’. Or so thick that it takes them forever to cook. It may sound silly but it really does make a big difference to not only the texture, but also the taste of the porridge. If, like me, you have no idea where to start on the search for the ‘perfect’ porridge oats, I’ll let you in on my family favourites. 😊 My mum absolutely swears by Flahavan’s Irish Oats, and my favourite GF oats are Waitrose Free From Porridge Oats. But, if you have a favourite brand please let me know, I’d love to check them out!

I used a combination of water and milk for this recipe but if you prefer then you can solely use one or the other, depending on personal preference. You can even do a straight swap for a dairy free alternative if you need to, I’ve made this recipe using coconut milk loads of times and it still turned out creamy, soft and deliciously moreish. This really is a meal for everyone!

I’ll admit, when I’m in a rush I tend to throw everything together and quickly chuck it in the microwave. But, like we all know, the best porridge is always cooked on the hob! Simmering until the oats turn thick and creamy. Then pile high with your favourite toppings. You’ll soon be loving oats as much as me!

Rosie x

 

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 Basic Porridge
The ultimate comfort food on a cold, dark morning. A steaming bowl of creamy, delicious oats topped with a sprinkle of sweet and chunky sugar. This basic porridge is great for cold mornings on its own and makes the perfect base to experiment a little bit more.
Basic Porridge Recipe - Cupful of Sprinkles
Course Breakfast
Keyword Breakfast, Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time 2 Minute
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Passive Time 6 Minutes
Servings
Person
Ingredients
Course Breakfast
Keyword Breakfast, Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time 2 Minute
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Passive Time 6 Minutes
Servings
Person
Ingredients
Basic Porridge Recipe - Cupful of Sprinkles
Instructions
  1. Place all the ingredients, besides the sugar, into a saucepan and bring the mixture to the boil.
  2. After it's come to the boil, gently simmer the oats for roughly 7 minutes or until the oats are creamy and cooked. If you're adapting this recipe, this is also the point where you my add any additions.
  3. Once cooked, place the porridge into your bowl, top with a light layer of milk / dairy free alternative and a sprinkle of sugar.
  4. Enjoy your piping hot and deliciously sweet porridge!
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Tahini Free Hummus

Tahini Free Hummus Recipe - Cupful of SprinklesI absolutely love hummus, it’s one of my favourite go to snacks. It tastes delicious with some crunchy veggies, gluten free crackers, a bowl of delicious crisps or even piled high on the side of a salad. There’s absolutely nothing about it that I don’t love! I always make sure that I have a pot (or two) in the fridge, and it’s usually homemade.

I always thought that hummus would be difficult to make, I thought it’d need tonnes of ingredients or take a million different steps to create. But that couldn’t be further from the truth! The recipe is actually so simple and easy to make and only takes about 5 minutes to put together. Hummus really is a staple in my diet and I can’t imagine not being able to enjoy my favourite snack! 

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