http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.cathskitchen.co.nz en-us Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:54:48 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/166656/hummus/ Ingredients2 cans chickpeasJuice of 2 lemons4–5 tbsp tahini1 tsp salt1 tsp cumin2–3 cloves garlicExtra liquid from the chickpeas (as needed)MethodDrain the chickpeas, reserving some of the liquid.Add the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, salt, cumin, and garlic to a food processor.Blend until smooth.Add a little of the reserved chickpea liquid as needed to achieve your desired consistency.Taste and adjust seasoning if required.Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.Storage: Keep ... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:12 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post166656 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/166538/mexi-mix/ 2 tsp garlic powder2 tsp onion powder2 tsp oregano5 tsp paprika4 Tbsp cumin4 tsp salt2 tsp black pepper¼ tsp cayenne pepperMethod:Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.Makes: Approximately ¾ cup of spice mix.... Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:29:28 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post166538 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/166537/apple-protein-muffins/ ToppingMix together:⅓ cup oats2 tbsp flour2 tbsp coconut sugar2 tbsp peanut butter1 tsp cinnamonMuffin BatterAdd to a blender and blend until smooth:1 can chickpeas⅔ cup coconut sugar2 tsp vanilla1 tbsp milk1 tbsp cider vinegarThen stir in:2 apples, diced small1½ cups flour1½ tsp baking powder½ tsp baking soda2 tsp cinnamonTo BakePreheat oven to 180°C (350°F).Line or grease a 12-hole muffin tin.Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups.Sprinkle the topping mixture over each muffin.Bake... Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:18:56 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post166537 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/166536/mexican-casserole/ Ingredients1 can brown lentils, including the liquid1 can black beans, including the liquid1 can tomatoes1 can corn1 bag baby spinach1 carrot, diced2 cups dry pasta1 cup vegetable broth¼ cup Mexi Spice MixGrated cheese, for toppingMethodPreheat the oven to 180°C.Add the lentils, black beans, tomatoes, corn, spinach, diced carrot, pasta, vegetable broth, and Mexi Spice Mix to a large casserole dish.Mix well to combine.Bake for 50 minutes.Remove from the oven and sprinkle generously with grated ... Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:14:11 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post166536 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/166535/homemade-vegetable-broth/ IngredientsAs many vegetables as you can fit in your potFresh or dried herbs1 bay leafSalt, to taste (optional)Black pepper, to tasteWater, enough to cover the vegetablesMethodAdd all the vegetables to your Instant Pot.Add the herbs, bay leaf, salt (if using), and black pepper.Cover the vegetables completely with water.Secure the lid and cook on High Pressure for 30 minutes.Allow the pressure to release naturally or carefully quick-release.Strain the broth, discarding the vegetables, and use as ... Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:09:24 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post166535 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/152231/stewed-apple-and-oaty-crumble/ I do love a fruit based dessert and today’s was pretty good. Stewed apple, layered with coconut yoghurt and quick caramelised in the pan Oaty crumble . The Crumble Coconut Sugar , Oats, Cinnamon and 2 Ripe Bananas. Carefully cook in your pan as it will get sticky and burn. Layer it up and enjoy!... Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:03:10 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post152231 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/151011/comforting-vegan-shepherdess-pie/ Comforting Vegan Shepherdess Pie2 Tins Drained Brown Lentils1 Onion Chopped3 Cloves Garlic 1 Carrot Thinly Sliced1 Red Pepper1 C Froz Peas1 Tbsp Tomato Paste3 Bay Leaves1 Tsp Dark Soy Sauce 1 C Liquid Veg Stock 2 Tsp Corn Flour mixed in a little water to a slurry to thicken. Mash 3 Large Floury Potato’s 1/2 C Humus 1/4 Plant Based MilkSalt n Pepper to tasteIn a large frypan brown off your onions. Add garlic and your veg. Add the tomato paste into th... Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:46:12 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post151011 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/149933/apple-cinnamon-pancakes/ 1 C Rolled Oats ( blend to make a flour)1 Tsp Baking Powder 1 Ripe Banana 1 Tsp Vanilla 3/4 C Soy MilkNow I blended the oats first. Put oats into a bowl. Add in baking powder.  Now in the blender I added the banana and milk and vanilla. Then I poured the liquids into the dry and gently blended to mix. I spoon into the pan and add a thin slice of apple with a good sprinkle of cinnamon. Cook then flip and cook the other side. We ate ours with a wee dollop of... Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:34:44 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post149933 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/149538/slow-cooked-vegetable-stew/ Today’s recipe is for a Slow Cooked Vegetable Stew.  Loads of root vegetables melted together with herbs, seasoning and stock.  Cooked slowly in the oven ( I start on top of the oven to get those onions nice and brown ).  Serve with mash potato’s, or perhaps some ancient grain of choice.  Light a candle, gather up those you love and share some stories of old. Maybe instead of chasing the future we could benefit from staying in the present and we might just find ourse... Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:36:51 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post149538 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/post/149270/neat-balls-in-coconut-curry-sauce/ Neat balls 1 Block of firm Tofu (drain) 1 Tin of Cannellini Beans (drain)1 Tsp each of garlic and onion powder1 Tsp SaltBlack Pepper1 Tsp Italian Mixed Herbs 5 Tbsp Bread Crumbs or 1 slice of bread in the blenderMash together or use your hands to bring it together. Roll into balls. Pan fry or cook in airfryer for 20mins. Sauce. 1 Onion 3 Cloves Garlic 1 Tbsp Curry Powder1 Grated Carrot 1 Tsp Salt or Miso Black Pepper 1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder1 Can ... Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:40:41 +1200 http://www.cathskitchen.co.nz/blog/#post149270