The Guilt-free Gourmet

Indulgent recipes without wheat, dairy or cane sugar

The Guilt-free Gourmet is for anyone who’s trying to eat more fruit and vegetables and reduce their intake of sugar and saturated animal fats but isn’t willing to compromise on the flavor and enjoyment of their food.

This cookbook is not about denial; it’s approach to cooking and eating simply swaps the “bad for you” ingredients for natural and healthy alternatives that achieve the same decadent results without the negative impact on our waistlines, energy levels, health, and wellbeing. Recipes range from simple sharing plates for all the family to Foods from Afar such as Thai curry and fiery Korean noodles to Japanese tempura and Moroccan tagines. There are Light & Fresh dishes such as Globe Artichoke, Fennel & Arugula, as well as Comfort Food recipes including Beet Burgers with Mustard Mayo and a velvety Eggplant & Tomato Gratin. With ideas for Home Baking and Sweet Treats, Jordan and Jessica Bourke combine their expertise as a chef and nutritional therapist to prove that you can have your cake and eat it.