Punch Drunk

Cottage Pie with Carrot Alfalfa Salad

This month of abstinence isn't going too well. We're eating very good food but a bit too much of it so the only really healthy thing we've managed is to cut right back on alcohol. This weekend we're relaxing completely after a meal out with friends last night and some indulgences for Valentine's day but the intention is to try for another couple of weeks of clean living from next Tuesday...


Pizza with mushrooms, yellow pepper and nutritional yeast

Bread is a real sticking point when trying to reduce calorie intake. We love it, it's an essential part of our usual diet but it's easy to eat and easy to load up with rich toppings and overeat. Still, pizza is essential for winding down on a Friday night and without cheese it's not too evil.


Made in the bottle Ginger Beer

Finally I was fascinated by this recipe for ginger beer, made directly in a pressure resistant bottle (the sort Coke or fizzy water comes in).

I was too eager and sampled it a bit early but it has great potential for brewing on the go. Give it a try,