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Cupuaçu – The Pharmacy Of The Jungle

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I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   Cupuaçu: Delicious, Nutritious, and Surprisingly Useful. Beyond the Marketing Hype Here’s where it gets interesting. While “superfood” is marketing nonsense, nutritional profiles are real science. Some foods genuinely pack more […]

Savoury Carrot Mousse with Cupuaçu

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I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/106667325X     Cupuaçu is a fascinating fruit from the Amazon Forest that is related to cacao. Its flavour is a unique mix of chocolate, pineapple, and passion fruit, with a creamy, rich texture. While often used in sweet applications, its tangy […]

Unforgettably Unique – Cupuaçu and Zucchini Soup

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I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/106667325X     A Tropical Twist on Comfort Soup Fresh, Zesty, and Amazingly Nourishing This soup is simple to prepare but results in a surprisingly complex flavour. The cupuaçu brightens the zucchini, while ginger and onion add warmth and depth. Yields: 4-6 […]

Cupuaçu Tart – An Amazon Rainforest Treasure in Every Bite

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I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   A Tart Like No Other, Powered by Cupuaçu Indulge in the Rich Flavours of the Rainforest Why Cupuaçu Makes the Perfect Tart Replacing the lemon in a classic tart recipe […]

Vegan Cupuaçu Tart

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I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   TROPICAL CREAMINESS – 100% PLANT-BASED A Classic Tart, Reimagined with Cupuaçu This recipe uses a simple, buttery crust made with vegan butter and a silky smooth custard filling thickened with […]

The Gluten-Free Paradox

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I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   The Real Problem with Bread Isn’t Gluten. It’s What We’ve Done to It I only question food trends when they stop making sense. The gluten-free craze? It never made sense […]

My Gluten-Free Bread Trilogy

I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   A Trio of Honest Gluten-Free Breads: Real Ingredients, Real Techniques, Real Satisfaction A Different Philosophy Gluten-free bread doesn’t have to be a compromise. Too often, manufacturers treat it as a […]

The Golden Sun: A Chickpea Focaccia (Farinata inspired) That’s Gluten-Free

I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   Crisp & Custardy Chickpea Flatbread This recipe is absolutely stunning! This is the second option in my gluten-free trilogy. Why This Bread is Different What’s brilliant about this is that […]

Wholesome Gluten-Free Oat–Almond Bread for Toasting

I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   Everyday Oat-Almond Loaf: A Tender, Quick-Style Bread A Gentle Start to Your Day This loaf is a comforting, everyday bread. Unlike the rustic hearth loaf or the rich focaccia, this […]

Truly Rustic, Gluten-Free Country Bread

I’m excited to let everyone know: my cookbook is now available to order. Cook with Plants, second volume of my series It’s Only Natural.   A Recipe for a Buckwheat and Rice Hearth Loaf Bread with Character, No Gluten Required Bread doesn’t need gluten to have character. This buckwheat and rice hearth loaf is proof: […]