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Fragrant carrot soup

A low protein (possibly protein-free depending on your regime) curried carrot soup for chilly days. Makes an easy PKU meal with 10 mins prep and 30 minutes cooking time.

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PKU Raisin Scones

Tasty, fluffy, protein-free raisin scone recipe - with pictures and baking tips for people on Low Protein diets like PKU, Phenylketonuria.

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Cucumber and avocado smoothie

Something a bit different for hot weather and PKU meals. I came across this as a recipe for a ‘no-cook’ soup but in both temperature and texture it is best described as a smoothie. 2g protein, Low Protein

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Fennel and 'cheese' salad

PKU and heatwave friendly 'no-cook' recipe fennel and 'cheese salad'. Can be made phe-free, low-protein, or add protein as needed.

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Protein-free Carrot Cake

A protein-free carrot cake recipe with picutures. It is great for PKU celebrations or the occasional treat. (0.45g of protein in the entire cake)

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PKU recipe for breadmakers

A reliable recipe for making PKU bread in a breadmaker. I've used this recipe for years, and it consistently makes a soft, white loaf. Plus, how to avoid that hard ring of flour and using psyllium husks.

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PKU ‘Fish’ fingers

Update (September 2026): Quorn appear to have discontinued their vegan fishless fingers in the UK. I've remade this supper using Taranis Low Protein Fish Substitute, a dedicated PKU product, which works well.

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PKU and non-PKU lasagne in the same dish.

A 2-in-1 lasagne. A single dish with one half PKU lasagne and the other non-PKU lasagne. Good for winter dinners, with enough for leftovers in the freezer

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Dark Chocolate & Ginger Hot Cross Bun loaf

What I really wanted was a Hot Cross Bun loaf which I could slice and toast like normal bread. And I have a bread maker

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Cheese Scones and tips

Tasty, fluffy, protein-free cheese scone recipe - with pictures and baking tips for people on Low Protein diets like PKU, Phenylketonuria.