Tahini & Honey Cookies
This recipe is a bit of an oldie—I first published it back in 2017—but I think it’s still a winner. That said, you’ll probably want to enjoy the taste of tahini to love these. If not, you can easily swap it for peanut butter or almond butter instead.
I adore recipes that are simple and fuss-free, and this one ticks the box. You can mix, bake, and cool these cookies in less than 20 minutes—my kind of baking.
Between the nuts and the honey, these cookies are energy-dense. If weight loss is your focus, just be mindful of portions and your activity levels. That said, they offer far more nourishment than your average cookie.
They also make a great after-school snack for kids at home (though the nuts mean they’re not ideal for school lunchboxes).
As a bonus, they’re naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
Honey & Lavender Panna Cotta
Discover a deliciously simple Honey Panna Cotta recipe inspired by Gordon Ramsay, naturally sweetened with honey and infused with lavender. This creamy, full-fat dessert is easy to prepare in just 8 minutes and pairs perfectly with seasonal berries, stone fruits, or winter fruits like figs and quince. Enjoy a nourishing, refined-sugar-free treat that celebrates traditional flavors with a wholesome twist—ideal for dinner parties or everyday indulgence.
Pumpkin & Red Lentil Curry
Today’s dish celebrates plant-based protein — lentils and peanut butter. Some people love lentils, while others find them hard to digest or even a little insubstantial. In this recipe, I’ve taken several steps to improve the digestibility of the lentils, while adding nutritional depth and satisfaction with peanut butter, coconut milk, ghee, and bone broth.
To support digestion, soaking lentils for several hours or overnight helps reduce anti-nutrients like phytic acid and oligosaccharides, which can cause gas. Rinsing them thoroughly after soaking washes these compounds away. Cooking the lentils well until soft breaks down complex sugars that may cause bloating. Finally, adding digestive spices such as cumin, coriander, and fennel soothes digestion and further reduces gas.
In my version, I also include ghee — clarified butter revered in Ayurvedic medicine for its ability to support digestion, reduce inflammation, and heal the intestinal lining. The fat in ghee helps temper the sometimes “airy” qualities of lentils by aiding nutrient absorption and soothing the gut.
Instead of vegetable stock, I use bone broth, which is rich in collagen, gelatin, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. These nutrients help repair and strengthen the gut lining, support joint health, and promote overall immune function.
Finally, I can’t forget the wonderfully medicinal qualities of curry spices like ginger and turmeric. These powerful antioxidants help balance inflammation in the body and support overall health.
This dish is a perfect example of how traditional wisdom and thoughtful ingredient pairing can create deeply nourishing, balanced meals. I hope you enjoy it!