Food: Chicken and Bean Chilli with Pomegranate And Feta Roasted Vegetables

So this time of year it is all about hearty, filling and hot food - and lots of it.

But I don't wanna pile on the pounds at the same time, so I try and ditch the carbs a little (crying emoji) and up my protein and vegetable intake.

This for me is a dish I would cook of a weekend, when I have a little more time on my hands.

Food: Feta, Aubergine and Red Pepper Filo Slices

I had some filo pastry to use up, inspired by my love of Greek food, I kinda made up this recipe as I went along. It was a huge success. The slices where a little tricky to photograph as they are so delicate, but I had to get over this niggle, ( I ain't 100% happy with the image) and still share the recipe with you, as it is just so good. 

Food: Baked Feta Cheese With Tomato, Beetroot & Pomegranate Seeds

This is just Summer all wrapped up in one cheesy and luxurious bite.

Perfect as a show stopper at a BBQ, or taking centre stage at a light dinner party. I love it on crackers, fresh bread or alone with a salad, I promise you won't be disappointed. The sweetness of the tomatoes, pomegranate and the rich earthy taste of the beetroot, works wonderfully alongside the creaminess of the Feta cheese. 

Let's get cracking.

Food: Stuffed Courgette Boats With King Prawns & Feta

I had lots of feta cheese and courgette left over, after I made this delicious recipe here

I have a couple of events coming up, so I am following a low-carb diet at the moment. I find it so easy to do, but you do have to substitute the carbs with something robust. 

This recipe is just the perfect example.

Food: Feta, Fig and Balsamic Tarts

One thing I love, and miss so much when following any healthy eating plan is PIE.  

I am all over the fact that filo pastry has a lot less fat in, compared to shortcrust and puff pastry. 

Filo pastry filled with lots of veggies can be a low-fat and very tasty meal - so give me all the filo.

Food || Spiced Baked Eggs

Sings at the top of my voice! 

"How do you like your eggs in the morning?  I like mine with a kiss, boiled or fried i`m satisfied as long as I get my kiss"

Sorry about that just couldn't help myself to a bit of Deano on this Monday morning.

It`s Monday and the weekend is a distant memory. Well it will soon be back around again and this recipe is perfecto for a lazy weekend brunch. It packs so much flavour.

Carnivores don't fret you won`t miss the meat at all. There is so much going on and so many flavours you will be licking the plate clean. 

You will be needing: 

3 free range or organic eggs.

70g mushrooms

Half a red onion sliced thinly 

Smoked paprika 

Cumin

Dried coriander 

3 sliced garlic cloves

Tin of tinned tomatoes 

Salt and pepper 

Olive oil.

Method

1) Fry the mushrooms, onions and garlic in a tablespoon of olive oil on the hob and on a low heat for 10-12 minutes. Add a tablespoon of smoked paprika, coriander powder and cumin.

2) Add tinned tomatoes and salt and pepper and simmer on low for 10 minutes. 

3) Crack 3 eggs on top of the mix and then cook on the hob for a further 8 minutes with the lid on. You want the eggs to be cooked but still a little runny. Garnish with parsley.

4) Serve with a tortilla, bagel what ever takes your fancy. I served with a mixed salad and some feta cheese. 

This recipe serves 3 people, just add more eggs if you are feeding more people.

You could also add Parma ham on top or fry some pancetta with the mushrooms and onions if you really, really need some meat. Add chilli flakes if you want to add an extra spicy kick.

What do you think? Will you try?