A fast, healthy and yummy mid-week meal that everyone can enjoy, this stir fry requires few ingredients and even less effort! Time: Preparation: 10 minutes Cooking: 12 minutes Total= 22 minutes Serves: 1 Ingredients: 1 x small chicken breast 1 x small handful broccoli florets 1 x small handful raw cashews 2 x spring onionsContinue reading “Chicken, Cashew and Broccoli Stir Fry.”
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Spaghetti and Meatballs.
My hearty homemade version of the Italian staple, featuring a rich and chunky tomato sauce and juicy, tender meatballs. Time: Preparation- 10 minutes Cooking- 22 minutes Total= 32 minutes Serves- 1 Ingredients: 1 x serving spaghetti (about the diameter of a 10 pence) For the meatballs: 100 grams x lean minced beef, 15% fat contentContinue reading “Spaghetti and Meatballs.”
Basic Garden Salad.
This simple salad is a great accompaniment to burgers, fishcakes or even pizza and it’s several portions of your five-a-day! Time: Preparation- 5 minutes Cooking- 8 minutes Total= 13 minutes Serves- 1-2 Ingredients: Raw: 1 x large handful of rocket/ mixed baby leaves 1 x handful of cherry tomatoes (about 7/8) Italian herb mix SaltContinue reading “Basic Garden Salad.”
Spaghetti Carbonara.
Carbonara has become one of my favourite pasta dishes. And don’t worry Crohnies, this is the traditional Italian version which uses only egg and cheese to create the sauce- so no heavy cream or dairy needed! The silky-smooth sauce, the salty kick from the pancetta and the freshness from the parsley make this a must-haveContinue reading “Spaghetti Carbonara.”
Rocket, Parma Ham, Mushroom and Mozzarella Pizza.
Who doesn’t love a good pizza? This simple Italian classic is fast and easy to make and, of course, it’s delicious. It also has the added benefit of being dairy free and it can be made gluten-free as well- perfect for Crohnies! Time: Preparation- 5- 10 minutes Cooking- 10 minutes Total= 15- 20 minutes Serves:Continue reading “Rocket, Parma Ham, Mushroom and Mozzarella Pizza.”
Sweet and Sour Chicken.
I always used to love Chinese food, especially Hong Kong style sweet and sour chicken, but for years I just assumed I could no longer eat it after being diagnosed with Crohn’s. This was mainly because of the sauce which frequently contains pineapple juice or apple juice- neither of which my stomach can tolerate. So,Continue reading “Sweet and Sour Chicken.”
30 Things I’m Tired of Hearing With Crohn’s.
As any Crohn’s or Colitis patient will tell you, our illnesses can be pretty misunderstood and to be honest, I could probably write a thesis about all the annoying or patronising comments I’ve heard over the years to do with my Crohn’s. But for now, I have compiled a list of the 30 most ignorantContinue reading “30 Things I’m Tired of Hearing With Crohn’s.”
Trauma, Recovery and The End of The Treatment Road.
After fistula surgery That week I spent in hospital after my second fistula surgery was awful. Really awful. I had never stayed solely on a surgical ward before and it honestly felt like a bit of a looney bin. I mean, I can’t blame the other women, being cooped up in a room with no windowsContinue reading “Trauma, Recovery and The End of The Treatment Road.”
A Definitive Guide to Abdominal MRI Scans for IBD.
If you’ve never had an MRI before and you’ve been referred for one all of a sudden, it can seem like a daunting prospect. However, an MRI provides incredibly useful imagery for your doctors about the extent and location of your disease as well as highlighting other issues such as strictures or abscesses. It isContinue reading “A Definitive Guide to Abdominal MRI Scans for IBD.”
Approaches to Food in a Flare Up.
Anyone who has ever experienced a relapse of their IBD will at some point have asked themselves the big question: “what should I eat?” When your symptoms flare up your appetite normally goes down, but it is important to try and give your body nutrients, particularly if you are experiencing vomiting or diarrhoea. ButContinue reading “Approaches to Food in a Flare Up.”
Me and My Crohn's 