Tag: toddler
Savoury Muffins Recipe
I adore Savoury Muffins and have yet to find any muffins that come close to the hearty New Zealand variety. For this week’s Family Meals idea I made a batch of savoury muffins with Cheese, Onion, Sweetcorn and Broccoli using a recipe I’ve had since my Uni days in Wellington.
These savoury muffins are great as a snack for hungry, active toddlers and children. And they’re perfect with a cup of tea when Mum and Dad need to take a rest!
Makes 12 Muffins
Prep Time 10 minutes. Cooking Time 20 minutes at 190 degrees Celcius fan bake.
You’ll Need:
- 2 cups Brown Self Raising Flour (I use Duchy Organic Brown Self Raising Flour)
- 2 free range Eggs
- 1 cup of Milk
- Sprinkle of Dried Herbs (I use an Italian mix)
- Drizzle of Olive Oil
Savoury Mix:
- 1 medium Red Onion
- 1 cup Sweetcorn (from frozen)
- 5 medium florets of Broccoli
- 1 cup grated Low Fat Mild Cheese
The delicious savoury muffin filling.
Let’s Make Savoury Muffins
1. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celcius fan bake.
2. Peel and chop the Onion. Saute in a small amount of Olive Oil until tender. Add Sweetcorn and cook for another couple of minutes.
3. Wash and finely cut the Broccoli. Boil for 30 seconds. Drain and let cool.
4. Grate 1 cup Low Fat Cheese.
5. Add the Flour, Dried Herbs, Onion, Sweetcorn and Broccoli into a mixing bowl. Gently stir in the Cheese. Create a well in the centre.
6. Whisk the Egg and Milk with a fork.
7. Add the Egg and Milk mixture into the well in the centre of the dry ingredients.
8. Gently mix the dry and wet ingredients, being careful not to over mix. It should be a stiff mixture.
9. Put spoonfuls of the muffin mixture into a lightly greased deep muffin tray.
10. Bake for 20 minutes at 190 degrees Celcius fan bake.
11. Serve warm from the oven or eat within a day. Perfect for packed lunches!
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Grobag Baby Sleep Bag Review
Last week we were sent a Grobag baby sleep bag to review by The Gro Company. Baby sleep bags have been made by The Gro Company since 2000 and today an astounding 95% of parents in the UK choose to use baby and toddler sleep bags for their little ones.
We received an all year round 2.5 tog sleep bag for toddlers aged 18 – 36 months old. With a 2.5 tog sleep bag it’s recommended that your baby’s nursery is between 16 to 20 degrees Celcius. The free nursery thermometer that comes with every Grobag has been helpful for keeping an eye on the temperature in Imogen’s nursery.
Imogen is tall for her age so I was really impressed with the length of the sleep bag we received. It’s suitable for a child up to a maximum length of 98 cm. There is also a good width on the sleep bag which allows Imogen to move freely in the sleep bag during her sleep and when she’s awake in her cot bed.
Imogen’s Grobag fastens at the front with a zip that has a thick cotton zip guard to ensure it never rubs on her skin. There’s a popper at the bottom of the Grobag to safely ‘lock’ the zip so a curious toddler can’t open their Grobag.
The design of Imogen’s Grobag is Treetop Tales. It’s a crisp white on the back of the sleep bag with colourful circles and friendly characters on the front including a giraffe, owl, snail and chick. It’s bright and cheerful with rich colours that will suit all nurseries.
Some of the unique features I love about the Grobag baby sleep bag:
- Imogen stays cosy and warm throughout the night so there’s no worrying about whether she’s too hot or cold
- There are no covers or blankets to kick off which gives us peace of mind during the night
- The Grobag opens easily for any night time nappy changes
- 100% cotton fabric is used for the outer and lining of the Grobag
- The Grobag allows Imogen to move freely during her sleep and when she’s awake and playing in her cot bed
Grobag baby sleep bags have won many awards over the years and the Mother and Baby Awards 2011/12 Gold Award for Best Nursery Product.
Grobag sleep bags come in a range of sizes from 0 – 6 months up to 6 – 10 years. There’s also a range of three tog ratings so you can ensure your child is in the right Grobag for the particular season and temperature of the room.
You can find out more about Grobag baby sleep bags online at The Gro Store.
A sleepy toddler ready for night time slumber in her Grobag sleep bag.
Grobag baby sleep bags are recommended by FSID the Cot Death Charity and meet the British Safety Standard.
Disclaimer: I was sent a Grobag baby sleep bag for the purposes of this review. All opinions and thoughts are my own.
Daisy Roots Shoes
I was contacted a few weeks ago by Daisy Roots and asked if I’d like to review a pair of their beautiful handmade leather shoes. I love supporting British companies so I was very excited when I discovered that Daisy Roots have been making shoes in Northamptonshire since 1995.
After visiting their lovely website my mind was full of delightful little leather shoes and the next step was to make a decision as to which pair I’d like to review. The following morning when Imogen asked for an apple I had my mind made up! I chose a pair of beautifully rich purple leather shoes with green apples and flowers on the front.
Imogen loves her new Daisy Roots leather shoes. They keep her feet cosy and warm on our wooden floors and stop her from slipping when she’s running around and playing. For an active toddler they’re the perfect indoor shoe!
What I love most about Daisy Roots shoes:
- They have suede anti-slip soles
- There’s room for growth
- They’re made from soft, breathable leather
- They fit perfectly around the ankle and are extremely soft
- They’re made from eco-friendly leather and are chrome free
- They’re vegetable dyed so are safe for babies who like to chew everything
They look gorgeous when worn with tights or trousers.
Daisy Roots make leather shoes for babies and toddlers in a variety of sizes from newborn to 4 years old. They’re recommended for indoor and pram use and can be cleaned easily with a damp cloth.
I think they’d make the perfect gift for a baby or child and there’s the option to have your shoes packaged in a gift box. Daisy Roots provide free delivery within the UK.
You can find out more about these beautiful leather shoes for babies and children at Daisy Roots and on Facebook.
Disclaimer: I was sent a pair of Daisy Roots leather shoes for the purposes of this review. All opinions and thoughts are my own.
