Quick, easy & mostly healthy recipes from the Mediterranean and beyond.

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Don’t expect to find anything fussy or complicated here. Just QUICK, EASY & (mostly!) HEALTHY recipes from the Mediterranean and beyond. ENJOY!

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Scrummy Lane Favorites

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What’s For Dinner Tonight?

Lacking inspiration? Let me help you out with some of my easy, breezy dinner favorites.

Dinner on the cozier side

Mediterranean Sunshine

Greek inspired recipes that will transport you to the shores of the Mediterranean (almost) faster than you can say ‘souvlaki’.

Quick & Easy Sides

Dinner’s sorted but what will you serve with it? These no-fuss, tasty dishes will come to your rescue on busy days again and again.

Easy Dessert Favorites

Dinner on the lighter side

Healthier Treats

Enjoy a treat guilt-free!

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