Dips, Spreads & Sides

The combination of sweet root veg, cinnamon and cream cheese definitely gives me carrot cake vibes! Try it stirred into porridge or on toast.

Banish soggy sweet potato chips with this recipe! The key is to cut them fairly thin and make sure your oven is nice and hot.

Try these with the Lemon and Garlic Baked Cod (see page 00), or served with my Speedy Ketchup (see page 00).

This simple recipe can be served in several ways. As a side dish for a family curry night, as a dip or lengthened into soup.

This baby-friendly version of the classic potato salad is perfect as a summery side dish or for picnic adventures. This salt-free recipe uses sour cream as the base for the dressing, rather than mayonnaise,…

Like rice, couscous can also be extremely messy! Rolling the couscous with the squash can make a big difference.

This is a picky salad that toddlers can help to make – choosing their ingredients, ripping up lettuce or making patterns. Serve alongside other picky bits at lunchtime or use it to add freshness…

This is a good starting point for babies. Soft, simple and nutritious. I definitely recommend roasting vegetables over steaming or boiling. It is less slippery to hold and offers a much more interesting flavour.…

Root vegetables are a popular choice for first foods. Add interest and extra nutrition with olive oil, herbs and spices. Feel free to pick or choose the veg you use depending on what your…

Ideal for scooping up tagines, curry or hummus, or to serve as an alternative to processed bread at lunchtime. These are extremely easy to make! Variation: You can experiment with different flavours here. Try…