Quark, Leek and Potato Fritters with Apple Carrot Slaw

I found that this is a perfect dinner for all my boys. Leo with his 8 months can grab a whole piece. He loved them so much that he had two of them last time... and we had a good night as a result! Max wasn’t too keen on the raw carrots so he had some peas with it, and I admit – some ketchup too.

Spinach, Mushroom & Cheese Pancakes (Palatschinken)

This is one of my personal favourites that I grew up with. My mum makes them with creamed spinach and cheese, which is really quick because in Austria Birdseye actually do frozen creamed spinach. However, I find my UK version equally delicious. Give it a try. If your kids refuse to eat spinach, there’s always the option to amend the filling slightly according to personal taste.

Chocolate Pudding with Bananas

It's so quick and delicious one just can't resist. I don't know how many times Erich has asked me to cook this, sometimes late in the evening. It probably doesn’t sound very healthy but containing milk, bananas and cocoa it’s actually quite a nutritious treat for growing kids and grown-ups.

Vegetable Lasagne

The picture might not look as appealing but this lasagne really tastes very nice, you wouldn’t even miss the meat. I’ve chopped the vegetables really small so that my kids can’t pick them out and it worked!

Swede and Potato Bake

A classic vegetarian dish that is delicious on its own, with a salad or as a side with a red meat. Max had to get used to the taste of Swedes but when we had it a second time he was totally up for it.

Parsnip, Leek and Potato Soup

This is a great light supper for the whole family. In future, I will just save a few spoons before seasoning and mash them up for baby Leo.

Left-over Veggie Toasties

Perfect for parties and picnics, or just a quick lunch or dinner.  I’ve been making these since uni. It’s a quick and cheap meal everyone likes. And if you put lots of veg in, it’s healthy too! Just chop everything up, mix and spread it on a slice of toast. Bake. Done.

Pumpkin, Chickpea and Roasted Pepper Stew

A lovely wintery one-pot dish. The spices really work their wonders here. It’s such an easy dish without meat but it still tastes like a hearty stew. It fills your tummy and keeps you warm.

Tomato Soup with Polenta Dumplings

Hi, I’m back! My apologies for taking a break but somehow two kids are slightly more challenging than I thought. Little Leo is almost 3 months now and with Max back at nursery, it’s time to continue blogging. This gorgeous tomato soup can definitely be served as a main for lunch or supper. Max and his friend couldn’t get enough of it. More Suppe, please!

Apple & Buttermilk Pancakes

If breakfast, snack or dinner, delicious pancakes with a glass of milk are always a great sweet but nutritious treat! Bump is quite big now and with only two weeks to go I'll have to try relax a bit and let grandma take care of the cooking. So watch the space for grannies favourites. I'm looking forward to it!

Wholemeal Pumpkin Seed Crackers

A healthy snack. Enjoy on its own, with a slice of cheese or a nice spread. To be honest, Max had to try them a couple of times before he actually ate a whole one. I think it was the seeds I had put on. He seemed to be much happier with just parmesan topping. And cutting out little car, train and aeroplane shapes definitely helped.

Courgette Pasta Carbonara

Quick and simply delicious. I’ve always loved spaghetti carbonara and to be honest, courgette is just as nice as bacon with this lovely creamy sauce. Kids love pasta, egg and cheese, so mixing it together and hide some veg in it seems like a good idea.

Green Asparagus Omelette

Spanish omelette my way. An omelette is a quick and easy way out if you don’t know what to cook, assuming you’ve got potatoes and eggs in your fridge. With asparagus being in season this is a quick and easy idea for lunch or dinner after a busy day out.

Best Ever Mushy Pea Risotto

While I was cooking it, Max sat on the work top munching parmesan and goats cheese. I didn’t even know he liked it! It got quite messy when he then started stirring the puréed peas and put a spoonful in his mouth, or should I say face? Anyway, it was fun, only took 30 minutes and was simply delicious!

Quick Ebly and Vegetable Stir-fry

The perfect dish for sunny days. Ebly is a brand name for Durum Wheat. You can buy it from Waitrose or Ocado. It looks like pearl barley but actually tastes more like pasta. Ebly takes only 10 minutes to cook and contains more nutrients than pasta. It’s simply great and kids love it!

Celeriac & Apple Soup

I’m not a huge fan of celeriac and to be honest, I usually only buy it if I need it for stock or a stew. But this is actually a really lovely soup that could be served in a restaurant. I think Max loved it because of the sweet taste from the apple.

Sweet Potato & Goats Cheese Pastries

A Light supper, starter or snack. Sweet potatoes don’t just taste nice but they are actually one of the healthiest vegetables out there. Kids love them! Just make sure to use a mild cheese with this family recipe.

Courgette & Pumpkin Seed Fritters

Potato roesti have always been one of my favourites when my dad took over the kitchen.  This time I’ve made my own creation and added a few healthy ingredients. The effort was definitely worth it!

Courgette & Pumpkin Seed Pesto

I still can’t believe how amazing this tastes! You want to pour it over just about everything... pasta, potatoes, salad, toasted bread, or maybe a grilled piece of meat?

Fish Fillets “En Papillote” with Tomatoes

This is one of my favourite ways of cooking fish. It can be prepared in advance, it’s low fat and delicious, and the best thing about it is that there’s no greasy pan that needs washing up.