Pensini Family Fritole’

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What is Fritole`? Fritole` as my italian ancestory new it were a savoury pancake made from whole buckwheat flour and cheese. I remember my Nan cooking them.  My Nan taught my Mum to make them and my Mum taught me!  Unfortunately I do not…

Chunky Buckwheat Granola

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This is something quick we may grab for dinner given that we have a Royal Breakfast and a good lunch most days.  It serves well as a “get your own brekky” day for the kids and it makes a great lunchbox addition.  Rich with…

What is Buckwheat. How to Sprout it?

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What is Buckwheat?  Although buckwheat may look and taste like a grain it is actually not a grain at all. The buckwheat seeds are the fruit of the Buckwheat plant, closely related to Rhubarb and the herb Sorrel.  The whole buckwheat seeds are triangular…

Sprouted Buckwheat Porridge

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Although this once served as a popular breakfast in our family, since switching to a Royal Breakfast we are more likely to have Buckwheat porridge for dinner.  It is quick to prepare and easily satisfies a hungry family in the evening, taking little time…

Fluffy Buckwheat Pancakes

Buckwheat Pancakes

Who remembers coming home from school to a plate piled high with pikelets alongside a bowl of cream and jam?  We do!  We love to give our children the joy in foods that are memorable from our childhood, however we also value re-creating old-time favourites with more nutrient…