Allison Jones - Clinical Nutritionist and Naturopath
This recipe for Buckwheat risotto with porcini, thyme, hazelnut and roast beetroot was two years in the making and I’m happy to say I hit the perfect balance of flavours and textures with this plant-based recipe. Of course, it’s also gluten and dairy free. I’ve developed a pressure cooker/Instant Pot version and also a stovetop…
These High Protein Breakfast Blender Muffins are killer – in the best way, of course! I set out to make a tasty, nutrient dense breakfast that’s also very easy to make and convenient. I’m confident in saying that I’ve ticked all those boxes and more. These muffins are: High protein – 22g per large muffin…
Welcome to the 3rd article in this series “The Four Ps of Gut Microbiome Health”. So far, we have taken an in depth look at Probiotics and Prebiotics. This new article focuses on Polyphenols. What are Polyphenols? Polyphenols are naturally occurring chemicals found in plant foods, of which there are many sub-types. They are found…
Welcome to Part 2 of my ongoing article series “The Four P’s of Microbiome health”. Part 1 introduced the series by covering the topic of Probiotics, which has a high level of awareness in the general public. Part 2, which is this article, introduces the topic of Prebiotics. Prebiotics, not to be confused with probiotics,…
If you’ve been living under a rock the last five or so years, you may well ask “What is the gut microbiome?” It’s such an enormous, yet endlessly fascinating, topic that has a big influence on our health. We could all do more to look after our own gut microbiome and collectively educate others on…
// gluten free, Paleo, dairy free // You wouldn’t believe the backflips going on in my mind when working on this recipe for Chorizo and Potato Frittata. You see, I used to make it with some coconut flour and hence I referred to it as a “savoury pancake”. But as I kept testing it, my…
I’m not going to pressure anyone in to buying a pressure cooker, but if you do want to take the pressure down in your kitchen, you know what to do…. I bought my Pressure Cooker only a few short years ago, and now I really cannot imagine my cooking life without it. Technically, it’s a…
Gluten free, dairy free option \\\ This recipe for Baked Pancake with Fig, Blueberry and Pistachios is based on one from cooking icon Martha Stewart. I adapted it to be gluten free, fluffier and added in the figs and pistachios to make it even more unforgettable. This is perfect for a lazy Sunday morning.
gluten free, no added sugar, dairy free, nut free option \\\ Well, there’s certainly no mistaking this is banana bread! With 5 bananas, you can’t go wrong – good thing they are one of the cheapest fruits around, eh?
gluten free, dairy free, paleo, vegan \\\ It’s winter. The days are blustery, chilly and a touch bleak. But even in Sydney, with its very mild winter (really, people!), it’s so nice to curl up on the couch with a mug of this Luxe Hot Chocolate. And, it’s totally a selling point that it’s quick…
gluten free, Paleo, low carb \\\ No doubt, working on this recipe for Beef Cheek Rendang was one of the most enjoyable experiences in my kitchen. I’ve decided that I’d very much like this dish to be my last, if I’m lucky enough to choose. The complex, delicious layers of flavour in rendang curry are…
Gluten Free, Paleo, Vegan, Dairy Free \\\ Don’t say I didn’t warn you! These Crispy “Fried” Potatoes are little bites of heaven. Potatoes are first par-boiled and then coated in oil and salt. Next, they’re blasted in a hot oven for 30 minutes before being feverishly devoured by your new best friends. Potatoes have been…
\\\ gluten free, vegan, dairy free, paleo-ish \\\ The smell of juicy, juicy mangoes is in the air right now here in Sydney and have I got just the recipe for you to enjoy them with: Black Rice Pudding. Gosh, I have to say, this dessert is on very high rotation in my house right…
