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Make Easy Prawn Toast (Shrimp Toast) Airfryer vs Frying Pan

Martyna @ Wholesome CookJanuary 30, 2022March 30, 2023

March 30, 2023March 30, 202317082

Up until recently, I reserved the pleasure of enjoying Sesame Prawn Toast (Shrimp Toast most known to make an appearance at Chinese yum cha) for restaurants only. Knowing how easy it is to make at home, I can see more...

Quick and easy

Ultimate Italian Tomato Salad on Olive Oil Toast

Martyna @ Wholesome CookJanuary 19, 2022January 21, 2022

January 21, 2022January 21, 202203109

This Italian Tomato Salad is my summer jam. ON REPEAT… What are the best tomatoes for an Italian Tomato Salad? Use heirloom tomatoes. Varieties such as Oxheart, Beefsteak, Brandywine, German Red Strawberry – basically anything that’s big, meaty, and has...

Gluten free

Easy No-Bake Chocolate and Avocado Tart

Martyna @ Wholesome CookJanuary 19, 2022May 10, 2022

May 10, 2022May 10, 20222 3029

Who doesn’t love a decadent chocolate dessert? I don’t know either… This avocado tart is a must-try recipe for chocolate lovers. But I am sure you will love this chocolate and avocado tart! Made with @whittakersnz creamy milk chocolate, New Zealand avocados @nz_avocado_au and...

Plant-based

Insanely Creamy Chai Ice Pops Made with Cashews

Martyna @ Wholesome CookJanuary 18, 2022January 18, 2022

January 18, 2022January 18, 202203982

Creamy plant-based cashew ice blocks, flavoured with a tasty chai spice mix. One of my favourite ways to enjoy the milky fragrant concoction in a summery treat. What is Chai Spice made from? Chai is a milky black tea combined...

5 Ingredients or less

How to make Roti Paratha Scrolls

Martyna @ Wholesome CookJanuary 18, 2022January 19, 2022

January 19, 2022January 19, 202203909

Lunchbox-friendly, using Roti Parathas as the base, these scrolls are a great snack for kids and grown-ups alike. Where can I buy Roti Parathas? These Roti Paratha savoury scrolls are easy to make using frozen Roti Paratha rounds. We used...

Pasta + Noodles

Fioretto Spaghetti Alfredo

Martyna @ Wholesome CookApril 30, 2020April 30, 2020

April 30, 2020April 30, 202005197

Fioretto served in a creamy lemony alfredo sauce with pasta and topped with crunchy olive oil breadcrumbs. Here is an easy recipe for a mid-week dinner ready in minutes. What is Fioretto? Fioretto (also called cauliflower blossoms) is popular in...

Lamb

Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts

Martyna @ Wholesome CookApril 22, 2020April 22, 2020

April 22, 2020April 22, 202004711

This super easy lamb kofta recipe is a favourite in our house. Juicy, tender and with hints of cinnamon and pine nuts, these lamb kofta balls are tasty, freezer-friendly and perfect for the barbecue or the frypan. What is kofta?...

Polish

How to Cook Pearl Barley PLUS Pearl Barley Vegetable Soup

Martyna @ Wholesome CookApril 15, 2020March 30, 2023

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Pearl barley is a grain that tastes great in soups or as a meal base instead of rice. Learn how to cook it with this simple recipe....

Salads + Sides

Russian Potato Salad (aka Polish Potato Salad)

Martyna @ Wholesome CookApril 10, 2020April 10, 2020

April 10, 2020April 10, 20207 9428

This Russian Potato Salad or Polish Potato Salad recipe has been in my family for generations, it's easy to make and ALWAYS a big hit at barbecues, family gatherings and holiday celebrations....

Meat

Easy French Rissoles with Pumpkin and Stale Bread

Martyna @ Wholesome CookApril 2, 2020April 15, 2020

April 15, 2020April 15, 202013240

French rissoles are a great way to enjoy mince meat – chicken, pork, turkey, beef or even fish. The mince stays juicy thanks to added bread. In fact, it’s a great way to use up stale bread! This easy French...

Healthy Living

Covid lockdown with kids, a change of perspective and focus on connection

Martyna @ Wholesome CookMarch 26, 2020March 26, 2020

March 26, 2020March 26, 202013000

Let’s look at the silver lining of a Covid lockdown, one beyond the obvious benefits. Parenting through connection with activities, tips and ideas to balance it all. A small change in perspective might help. Surviving Covid lockdown (with kids) The...

Bread

Rosemary and Sea Salt Focaccia

Martyna @ Wholesome CookMarch 22, 2020April 12, 2020

April 12, 2020April 12, 202004049

Homemade bread that’s fluffy on the inside, crunchy on the outside. This rosemary and sea salt focaccia is as good as it gets. I had the pleasure of learning how to make it at Alio restaurant’s pasta class almost a decade ago. About the Homemade Focaccia...

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I’m Martyna Angell – a home cook, content creator and mum. I love cooking delicious, easy-to-prepare meals that are quick to make and don’t break the bank. I share the recipes here and on my Instagram. Hope you enjoy, eat happy and be well! M x #wholesomecook

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Make Easy Prawn Toast (Shrimp Toast) Airfryer vs Frying Pan

Ultimate Italian Tomato Salad on Olive Oil Toast

Easy No-Bake Chocolate and Avocado Tart

Insanely Creamy Chai Ice Pops Made with Cashews

How to make Roti Paratha Scrolls

Fioretto Spaghetti Alfredo

Lamb kofta balls with pine nuts

How to Cook Pearl Barley PLUS Pearl Barley Vegetable Soup

Russian Potato Salad (aka Polish Potato Salad)

Easy French Rissoles with Pumpkin and Stale Bread

Covid lockdown with kids, a change of perspective and focus on connection

Rosemary and Sea Salt Focaccia

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