Chef Allie
Short Bio
The recipes I post are all easy and quick to make giving you time to wipe a nose, give a cuddle or feed a hungry child.
All Recipes and Posts by Allie
Train Cake: Using Natural Food Dye
I was flicking through the Woman’s Weekly Cookbook, the old school cake book, thinking about what cake to make for Harry’s 2nd Birthday Party – sorry, thinking about what cake I was going to ask Sarah to make, for Harry’s birthday party. We got to the “choo-choo-train” cake and Harry... Read moreReader FAQ: What to cook the kids on holidays
What to cook the kids on holidays? Kids will be kids, and there will be times when their behaviour is just plain random and confusing but will often go back to normal without changing anything. Sometimes, the answer to your problem is over a coffee with a friend, posting the... Read moreGiveaway: Kids Cooking Kits
This competition has now closed. The WINNERS are… Samantha Yep Val Gent Sarah Seraiocco Belinda Baker You lucky four have been contacted by email, please be sure to respond within 48 hours or we may be forced to re-draw! We at One Handed Cooks do dabble a fair amount in... Read moreTop Toddler Food Cafe Distractions
Have you ever planned a cafe date with a friend (and your delightful toddler) and attempted to have coffee? Pretty fun. It always starts the same way; you convince yourself that it will be a good idea, and it will be good for you to get out. Moments later you... Read moreReader FAQ: When should a toddler feed themselves?
When should a toddler feed themselves? Kids will be kids, and there will be times when their behaviour is just plain random and confusing but will often go back to normal without changing anything. Sometimes, the answer to your problem is over a coffee with a friend, posting the question in... Read moreChicken Halloumi & Quinoa Balls
Chicken Halloumi & Quinoa Balls Harry is only a few days off turning two and his dinners are fast becoming ...
Read moreReader FAQ: Toddler Throwing Food
Kids will be kids, and there will be times when their behaviour is just plain random and confusing but will often go back to normal without changing anything. Sometimes, the answer to your problem is over a coffee with a friend, posting the question in an online mother’s group, or... Read moreBaked Chicken & Veggie Rice
This is a simple and delicious one pot wonder that will cook away in the oven while you do all ...
Read moreBeef & Veggie Lasagna with Ricotta
Mmmmm I just love a good lasagna on a cool winters night. It is really easy to make lasagna suitable ...
Read morePotato and Cauliflower Soup
This soup is just perfect for a lazy Sunday evening. It is quick and simple to make, and full of ...
Read moreTomato & Kidney Bean Pies
I do love a pie. And, what I also love is how cheap it is to make a batch of ...
Read moreParsnip Chips with Paprika Salt
I am in soup mode after the fabulous Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Day Challenge. OHC’s made two soups, a vegetable, ...
Read moreFood Revolution Day: Creamy Pumpkin and Cashew Nut Soup
I was so excited to receive my Aussie Farmers Direct Food Revolution Day Box filled with fresh, local and seasonal fruit and veggies. It ...
Read moreFood Revolution Soup Challenge
When Jamie Oliver (‘s people) contacted us to see if we might like to join in on the 2013 Food Revolution Day, we didn’t have to think very hard. The Food Revolution is such a worthy cause. Why? Because it is helping to change the way we think about food... Read moreMother’s Day Scones
Mother’s Day… I don’t know about you but for me, the perfect mothers day would involve a sleep in, coffee ...
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