I have an update on how my challenge of using up what’s left in my cupboards is panning out. I’m also joined by expert in IBS and acid reflux nutritional therapist Jackie Morrell to chat about IBS, low carb diets, breakfast choices, the role of food diaries, and the balance of carbohydrates in a healthy diet. Jackie also shares why she loves her Thermomix and how its transformed her approach to meal preparation.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Not Pasta Again

06:02 Understanding Control in the Kitchen

12:04 Jackie's Journey with IBS and Nutrition

17:53 Making Dietary Changes: Overcoming Hurdles

23:51 Personalized Nutrition: Adapting to Individual Needs

30:00 Balancing Carbohydrates and Nutrition

35:31 The Thermomix Experience

42:50 Emotional Aspects of Cooking

49:36 The Thermomix: A Kitchen Revolution

I JERF?? But what on earth does I mean….. Find out in this episode which looks at food control whether that is for a dietary need, food allergies, a lifestyle choice or because you JERF! I also touch on ultra-processed foods and why last year’s investment into my allotment brings me so much joy.

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Chapters

00:16 Introduction to Episode Eight

01:44 The Importance of Control in the Kitchen

04:41 Mindfulness and Meal Planning

06:40 Navigating Dietary Restrictions

08:58 Lifestyle Choices and Empowered Control

12:10 Ultra-Processed Foods and Clean Eating

16:26 The Philosophy of 'Jerfing'

18:20 Growing Your Own Food and Connection

20:40 Finding Balance and Conclusion

This episode might not be exactly what the title suggests because this episode is NOT, repeat NOT, about making lots of changes to how you cook, what you eat or making any big lifestyle changes for that matter. It IS all about the very small steps and tweaks we can make in our kitchen and to home cooking through these winter months.

I also have a QUIZ for you to help you discover what type of home cook you are. It’s just a bit of fun but it might help you with future decisions. You can take the quiz through this link https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/632c1ed484209b0016974873 and please share on my social channels the outcome and whether you think it seems a fair result.

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Chapters

00:16 New Year Reflections and small tweaks in the kitchen

05:04 Mindset and Accountability in Cooking

10:05 The Home Cook Quiz - which one will you be?

It will soon be Christmas and then the fridge is full of leftovers…. In this episode, I share ideas on how to get the most from your Christmas leftovers and also how to reduce food waste in general. I also list the top 5 food items wasted in the UK and how to combat it in your home.

Plus a lovely listener got in touch with a question and you can hear the reply. If you have a question or tips to share you can send them through to

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00:00 Christmas Preparations and Food Prep Ideas

01:34 Food Waste at Christmas time

07:05 Listener question: Meal Prep Burnout

11:56 Ideas for using up the leftovers and food storage tips

20:01 Top Wasted Foods and How to Combat food waste

Does the thought of cooking at Christmas time fill you with dread? Do you feel the pressure to cook the perfect meal?

Christmas can bring added pressure and expectations so in this episode I discuss the pressures surrounding cooking at Christmas time but I also offer advice on how to manage the stress and prep ahead. Plus I have some great simple but effective homemade tasty Christmas gifts ideas.

Here is one of them - Simple Granola Simple Granola - Cookidoo® – the official Thermomix® recipe platform

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00:16 The Christmas Spirit: Embracing the Season

04:10 Navigating Christmas Pressures: Expectations and Realities

09:25 Strategies for a Stress-Free Christmas Kitchen

15:58 Personalized Gifting: Making Christmas Special

In this episode, Sam discusses confidence in the kitchen by sharing personal experiences and insights on how various life stages, particularly parenthood, can impact one's confidence in the kitchen. Sam explores the challenges faced by many when it comes to meal preparation and the emotional toll it can take. Sam offers practical advice to build confidence, including meal planning and simplifying recipes, and highlights the transformative role of the Thermomix in enhancing Sam's cooking skills and confidence.

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Chapter markers

00:16 The Role of Confidence in Cooking

04:39 Personal Journeys: Confidence in the Kitchen

12:07 Impact of Parenthood on Cooking Confidence

14:50 Strategies to Build Kitchen Confidence

17:30 Embracing Change: The Thermomix Experience

Sam interviews Ellie, a busy working mum, about the role of meal provider in her home. We discover that Ellie spends a lot of time in the kitchen after school pick up but how does she really feel about this daily task and why eggs are always top of the go to dish!

Send a voicenote to feature in the show. I would love to hear your recipes, tips, stories of managing a busy life and being the main meal provider. If you prefer then you can send an email and I will read it out in the show. Use the email notpastaagain@hotmail.com

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Chapter markers

00:16 Introduction and Sam’s week in the kitchen

02:23 Welcome Ellie

02:55 Ellie’s family life and cooking background

08:20 Daily kitchen dynamics and food prep

12:30 Guilt and time constraints in cooking

18:00 The impact of a Thermomix in Ellie’s kitchen

25:30 Dream meal and future aspirations

27:21 Closing

In this episode I explore more around the overwhelm that putting food on the table can bring and share some knowledge on how to overcome it plus the pressure to cook healthy, tasty meals the whole family will enjoy.

Send me a voicenote to feature in the show. I would love to hear your recipes, tips, stories on managing a busy life and being the main meal provider.

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See the recipe for Chunky Bolognese here Chunky bolognese - Cookidoo® – the official Thermomix® recipe platform

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:20 What do I mean by overwhelm in the kitchen

02:08 Is this what your daily life looks like?

04:25 Understanding the sources of overwhelm

08:15 Strategies to combat meal preparation stress

11:56 Meal planning and the tools for success

14:21 Share your recipes and get in touch