Author: Elby | The Tasteful Pantry

Sweet Carrot Walnut Bread

Sweet Carrot Walnut Bread

This sweet carrot bread is delicious, moist and has a lovely walnut crunch. The spices also add to the taste, packing the loaf full of complementary flavours. Toasted with a smidge of butter (or a slather if you’re like my grandmother), topped with cream cheese Read more…

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Chocolate Zucchini Cake is so rich and moist. Zucchini might seem like an odd ingredient to include in a sweet dessert. However, it does not compromise the rich chocolatey flavour from the cocoa, and instead improves the moistness of the crumb. However, if you want Read more…

Mexican Beef Bowls

Mexican Beef Bowls

Mexican Beef Bowls are vibrant both in colour and in flavour. There is something about the easy assembly and the versatility that makes this dish a winner in my kitchen. Being able to adjust the spice for those with more sensitive ‘spicebuds’, and adding your Read more…

Mexican Spice Mix (Taco Seasoning)

Mexican Spice Mix (Taco Seasoning)

Mexican Spice Mix is an easy homemade mix used for various Mexican dishes. I use mine for tacos, bowls and Mexican layer dip, just to name a few. By making the mix at home there are no preservatives, and you know exactly what ingredients are Read more…

Crunchy Maple Coconut Granola

Crunchy Maple Coconut Granola

Crunchy Maple Coconut Granola has been a recent kitchen triumph. Inspired by the distinct flavour of maple syrup and the tropical touch of coconut, this simple recipe is a must-try. Maple syrup is so versatile, which is why I love using it in my cooking. Read more…

Maple Chilli Walnuts

Maple Chilli Walnuts

Maple Chilli Walnuts are a delicious combination of sweet and spicy, perfectly balancing any bitterness of the nut. I first made these little bursts of flavour to sprinkle over a salad. But they never made their way to the salad bowl. Little fingers in the Read more…

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting is a deliciously rich and creamy addition to any cake. A generous swirl on cupcakes, the filling for a layered gateau, the coat for an Easy Chocolate Cake. Whatever you are using this buttercream frosting for, it will lift the sweet treat Read more…

Fluffy Dairy-free Pancakes

Fluffy Dairy-free Pancakes

These Fluffy Dairy-free Pancakes are not only delicious, but so quick and easy to make. The pancakes are extremely light and fluffy, not to mention the perfect breakfast option if you forgot to get bread and milk yesterday (speaking from experience :)). With just a Read more…

Succulent Lamb Kofta

Succulent Lamb Kofta

This Succulent Lamb kofta is an incredibly easy dish to make and a great alternative to meatballs or rissoles. My meat of choice is lamb, but you can swap for beef or chicken mince, depending on cost and what is available. Or how about a Read more…

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are universally loved, and are a classic, indulgent comfort food. Perhaps they were the go-to treat at the grandparents’ house, or you loved your dad’s version as a kid. For me, I love the process of cooking them with my kids. Whatever Read more…