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Easy Kids' Recipe for Fluffy Banana Cookies
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Easy Kids' Recipe for Fluffy Banana Cookies

My kids go crazy for these fluffy banana cookies, and here's why I make them constantly: they're ready in just 25 minutes total, which means fresh cookies before dinner time even starts. The best part is that ripe bananas do double duty as both a natural sweetener and a binder, so you need less added sugar than most cookie recipes. Plus, if you've got overripe bananas sitting on your counter, this is the perfect way to use them up instead of tossing them out. These cookies are so simple to mix together that my seven year old can handle most of the work, and they turn out wonderfully soft and tender every single time.

Prep: 10 minCook: 15 min

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Ultimate roast potatoes

Ultimate roast potatoes

After years of experimenting, I've finally cracked the code for roast potatoes that are impossibly crispy on the outside and fluffy within. The secret is using duck fat, which contains oleic acid, a heart healthy monounsaturated fat that's actually good for you. What I love most is how simple this really is: just potatoes, fat, flour, and salt. From prep to plate in just over an hour, you'll have restaurant quality results without any fuss. Trust me, once you try these, you'll never go back.

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Tropical Quinoa (Ww)

Tropical Quinoa (Ww)

This tropical quinoa bowl has become my go to weeknight dinner because it comes together in just forty minutes and tastes like a mini vacation on a plate. Quinoa is one of my favorite ingredients since it's a complete protein with all nine essential amino acids, making it so satisfying and perfect for keeping energy levels steady. The combination of papaya, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro brings vibrant flavors and colors, while the rice wine vinegar and orange zest add just the right brightness. Best part is the ingredient list is simple and affordable, yet feels fancy enough to impress anyone at your table.

40 mins
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Coconut & raspberry crush

Coconut & raspberry crush

Have you tried making a drink that's both refreshing and genuinely good for you? This coconut and raspberry crush is my go to when I want something special without the fuss. The best part is how quick it comes together in just ten minutes of prep. Coconut water is absolutely fantastic for hydration, packed with natural electrolytes that your body actually needs. I love combining it with tart raspberries and a hint of mint for that perfect balance of sweet and zingy. It's simple, it's delicious, and honestly, it feels like you're treating yourself to something fancy.

40 mins
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Yuzu Collins

Yuzu Collins

Have you tried a Yuzu Collins? This is my go to drink when I want something refreshing that comes together in just five minutes. The yuzu juice adds this beautiful citrus brightness that feels fancy but honestly couldn't be easier to make. I love that yuzu is packed with vitamin C, so you're basically getting a little immune boost while you enjoy your cocktail. It's the kind of drink that impresses friends without requiring any special bartending skills, perfect for a casual evening at home.

35 mins
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Crispy seabass  with preserved lemon yogurt

Crispy seabass with preserved lemon yogurt

This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners because it comes together in just ten minutes flat. Crispy seabass with preserved lemon yogurt is that perfect balance of impressive and effortless, with tangy Greek yogurt and zingy preserved lemon creating a sauce that feels restaurant quality but tastes like home. The seabass gets beautifully golden and flaky while the freekeh provides substantial whole grains packed with fiber and protein. It's the kind of meal that makes you feel like you're treating yourself without any fuss.

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Griddled harissa halloumi with lentil, pomegranate, courgette & mint

Griddled harissa halloumi with lentil, pomegranate, courgette & mint

This is one of my go to dishes when I want something that feels special but doesn't demand hours in the kitchen. The beauty of it is that everything comes together in under 40 minutes, so it's perfect for a weeknight dinner that still impresses. I love how the warm, salty halloumi contrasts with the bright pomegranate and fresh mint, while the harissa adds this wonderful spiced kick. Puy lentils are a real winner here too, packed with fibre and protein to keep you satisfied. It's simple, vibrant, and honestly costs far less than ordering takeaway.

40 mins
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