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Maple and Sriracha Salmon with Bacon Crumbs served with crispy topping and lemon on the side.

Maple and Sriracha Salmon with Bacon Crumbs

Sweet, sticky, and slightly spicy, this Maple and Sriracha Salmon with Bacon Crumbs comes out soft inside with a caramelised glaze and crisp bacon on top.

Strawberry Round-Up

Strawberry Round-Up 2020

Welcome to my Strawberry Round-Up 2020! If you like strawberries, this is definitely the place to be! In this post, I will share with you a compilation of MsM’s best strawberry based recipes.

Sourdough Crumpets

Sourdough Crumpets

Today I am a back with a teatime treat: Sourdough Crumpets. They are the perfect way to use up your sourdough discard.

Close-up of sweet and spicy macadamia nuts, a gluten-free snack idea.

Sweet and Spicy Macadamia Nuts

These Sweet and Spicy Macadamia Nuts are the perfect mix of crunchy, buttery, and lightly spiced. A simple homemade snack that pairs perfectly with your favourite drink or cheese board.

Indian Spiced Nuts

Indian Spiced Nuts

Today I will share with you the recipe for a delicious snack to have with your favourite drink: Indian Spiced Nuts.

Australia Day 2020

On the 26th of January, we celebrate Australia Day, so I thought it would be nice to share some of my most popular Australian recipes in this Australia Day 2020 Recipe Round-Up.

Close-up of sweet caramelised peanuts in a glass bowl with yellow flowers in the background.

Garrapiñada de Mani

Keep a jar of Garrapiñada de Mani on hand for quick snacking. The caramelised coating gives every peanut a crisp bite, light sweetness, and satisfying crunch that’s hard to resist.

Close-up of sliced low fodmap protein bars showing puffed rice, seeds, and chocolate drizzle.

No-Bake Energy Bars (Low FODMAP Protein Bars)

A batch of these No Bake Energy Bars gives a quick energy boost whenever you need it. They’re easy to make ahead and keep well in the fridge all week.

Halloween Round-Up 2019

Oh, my… can you believe that Halloween is already around the corner? I know, amazing, right?

Green olive tapenade served in a white bowl garnished with fresh parsley on a wooden board.

Green Olive Tapenade

Thick, spoonable Green Olive Tapenade comes together in just 5 minutes and makes plain toast irresistibly savoury and rich.

Low Fodmap Dark Chocolate Macadamia Grapes

Low Fodmap Dark Chocolate Macadamia Grapes

Today I will share with you the perfect recipe for a quick and satisfying sweet treat: Low Fodmap Dark Chocolate Macadamia Grapes.

Lemongrass Salmon Skewers

Lemongrass Salmon Skewers

Today’s recipe is all about South Asian flavours: Lemongrass Salmon Skewers, delicious and easy to make.

Prosciutto and Melon Bites

Prosciutto and Melon Bites

Celebrate the season with Prosciutto and Melon Bites. Made with only 3 ingredients, this simple appetiser is light, refreshing, and ideal for starting any meal.

Low Fodmap Sausage Rolls

Low Fodmap Sausage Rolls

I have been looking forward to sharing the recipe for these Low Fodmap Sausage Rolls with you for a while now.

Easter

Easter 2019 Recipe Round Up

Today I will share with you my Easter 2019 Recipe Round-Up, with plenty of delicious recipes and fun ideas to prepare during the Easter time.

Low Fodmap Samosas

Low Fodmap Samosas

I am so happy to be able to share with you the recipe for these Low Fodmap Samosas.

Low FODMAP chicken skewers served with green herb sauce on a plate.

Low FODMAP Chicken Skewers

Skewers fresh off the grill, these Low FODMAP Chicken Skewers bring marinated chicken cooked until juicy, finished with a vibrant herb sauce spooned over for extra flavour.

Low Fodmap Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Low Fodmap Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! And what better recipe than this sinful Low Fodmap Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce to celebrate this special day?

Valentine’s Day Recipe Round-Up 2019

As Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I thought of putting together a round-up of a few of my favourite recipes that I think would work great for a romantic dinner for 2.  Ready to plan the perfect meal? Here goes MsM’s Valentine’s Day Recipe Round-up for 2019!

Nutella Recipe Round-up 2019 #WorldNutellaDay

As tomorrow we celebrate World Nutella Day, I thought of putting together a round-up of my favourite Nutella recipes. Hopefully, this will give you a few ideas on what to make to celebrate such sweet occasion. Grab a spoon and dig in! Here goes MsM’s Nutella Recipe Round-up for 2019 (click on the pictures to open…

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Low Fodmap Mini Focaccia

Low Fodmap Mini Focaccia

Since going Low Fodmap, I have really missed baking bread. So, I am extremely pleased to share with you this amazing recipe for Low Fodmap Mini Focaccia today!

Low Fodmap Walnut Capsicum Dip

Low Fodmap Walnut Capsicum Dip

I hope you all had a good Christmas break! With New Year’s Eve around the corner, I thought of sharing a couple of great ideas for a buffet style dinner. That’s what I usually prepare for the occasion.

HALLOWEEN ROUND-UP 2018

Halloween Round-Up 2018

Knock, knock… trick or treat? Can you believe that Halloween is already around the corner? I know, crazy, right?

Low FODMAP salmon cakes served with creamy aioli and a lemon wedge on a white plate.

Low FODMAP Salmon Cakes

Crisp on the outside with a soft centre, Low FODMAP Salmon Cakes combine flaked salmon, mashed potato, and dill into an easy baked dish.

Almond pralines spilling from a paper cone onto the table.

Almond Pralines

Crisp Almond Pralines coated in cocoa and sugar give a satisfying crunch and warm nutty scent, making them ideal for holiday jars, after-dinner treats, or weekday cravings.

Valentine’s Day Recipe Round-Up 2018

As Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I thought of putting together a round-up of a few of my favourite recipes that I think would work great for a romantic dinner.  Ready to drool?? Here goes MsM’s Valentine’s Day Recipe Round-up for 2018!

Two triangle onigiri wrapped with nori on a plate.

Tuna Mayo Onigiri (Triangle Rice Balls)

Filled with creamy tuna and wrapped in crisp nori, these Tuna Mayo Onigiri (Triangle Rice Balls) are perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, and quick snacks. Portable, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to prepare. Onigiri has become one of my favourite things to make at home. After visiting Japan a few times with my family, I’ve grown even…

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A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always ha A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always handy to have in the kitchen.

They're crisp, easy to store, and pair well with dips, soft cheeses, fresh vegetables, or your favourite toppings whenever you need a quick snack.

#flaxseedcrackers #mealprep #healthysnacks #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a driz Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of honey 🍯

The combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures makes this such an easy appetiser to put together when you want something simple but a little different.

Serve with crusty bread or your favourite crackers and enjoy. 

#pistachios #HoneyDrizzle #sharingplatter #manusmenu
After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast recently, I thought it would be a good time to highlight one of my favourite herb blends 🌿

Herbes de Provence is a traditional French herb blend usually made with herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and savoury.

It's a simple way to add extra flavour to everyday ingredients and works especially well with eggs, tomatoes, roasted vegetables, potatoes, chicken, and soups.

Have you used Herbes de Provence before?

#herbesdeprovence #frenchcooking #mediterraneanfood #herbblends #manu #manusmenu
Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of thos Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of those simple meals that always works 🍅

Warm, savoury, filling, and made with ingredients most people already have at home.

#scrambledeggs #QuickMeals #breakfastideas #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and so satisfying 🍚

Made as a low FODMAP recipe, it’s a homemade seafood dinner option that feels filling and easier to enjoy for those with sensitive stomachs or lower FODMAP dietary needs.

 #lowfodmap #calamaririsotto #seafoodrecipes #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is why ingredients like ginger, coconut cream, herbs, curry paste, or lime work so well with it.

Those subtle layers of flavour help create soups that feel comforting, warming, and more rounded 💛

 #pumpkinsoup #thaifood #homemademeals #homemade #manusmenu
Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-ins Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-inspired flavours 🍲 This pumpkin soup makes such a lovely homemade dinner idea ✨

#PumpkinSoupRecipe #homemadefood #thaifood #manu #manusmenu
A sweet homemade treat for the person who made lif A sweet homemade treat for the person who made life sweeter first 💖
These chocolate date hearts are filled with soft dates, rich chocolate, and a little homemade love for Mother’s Day 🌷

 #mothersday #mothersdaygiftideas #datehearts #manusmenu
more stories beyond the menu ✈️ #MatchaMoments #t more stories beyond the menu ✈️

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A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸 These chocolate A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸

These chocolate covered dates pair perfectly with a warm cup of tea and make a lovely homemade gift or afternoon treat.

Simple, sweet, and easy to make at home.

#mothersday #chocolatecovereddates #HomemadeTreats #dessertideas #teatime #manusmenu
This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when you want something calm and comforting.

Made with a few ingredients and warm spices, it’s a drink you can easily prepare at home without much effort.

Sometimes it’s the simple drinks that you keep coming back to. 💓

#icedchai #homedrinks #teatime #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes differen Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes different every time?

It’s not just about the ingredients. Small details like the quality of the matcha, how you sift it, and how you whisk it can completely change the result.

Even the texture and colour can tell you a lot before you even take a sip.

Once you start paying attention to these steps, it becomes much easier to get a smoother, more balanced matcha at home 🍵

 #matcha #icedmatcha #Matchalatte #JapaneseTea #manusmenu
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