dairy-free
The choice of dairy-free alternatives used to be extremely limited. But now you no longer have to rely on the long-life soya milk solely – instead there are fantastic fresh versions of soya milk, as well as oat, rice and nut milks. There are also non-cow milks, such as goat and sheep, which some dairy-intolerant people can tolerate. Bring milks, cheese, yogurts and creams back into your diet – and enjoy the variety of tastes available to you. What’s more, it’s easy to make your own nutritious nut milks – and they’re all utterly delicious.
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coconut creamDeliciously smooth, coconut cream can be used to make mouth-watering desserts such as mousses and fools, as well as in baking generally.
coconut milkUsed widely in Asian recipes, especially curries and soups, coconut milk is also fantastic for baking and making desserts.
goat's milkIf you’re dairy-intolerant, it’s worth testing both this and sheep’s milk, as many people can tolerate these alternatives to cow's milk.
nut milksPacked with high amounts of nutrients from the various nuts, these are excellent alternatives to cow’s milk.
oat milkIf you can tolerate gluten, oat milk is a delicious milk which has a low GI and is high in antioxidants.
olive oil margarineDairy-free olive oil margarines have a more subtle taste than the soya margarines and are also highly versatile for cooking.
rice milkPacked with B-vitamins and minerals such magnesium and iron, rice milk also has a low GI and is full of fibre.
sheep's cheeseA rich, sweet taste and smooth texture, there's a wide variety of sheep's cheeses available.
sheep's milksheep's milk offers an good alternative to cow's milk, if you're not intolerant to lactose.
sheep's yogurtSheep's yogurt is utterly delicious and makes a wonderful breakfast dish or dessert.
soya cheeseThere is now also a fantastic selection of soya cheeses available – which make it possible to add a cheesey taste and texture to many recipes.
soya creamNow you can make creamy sauces, desserts, icings and toppings and much, much more...
soya margarinesOften made with non-hydrogenated fats, soya margarines are a superb alternative to normal margarine.
soya milkAvailable in different flavours, including sugar-free versions, fresh soya milks have revolutionised the dairy-free milks!
soya yoghurtTry the fruit-flavoured soya yogurts as a snack, or experiment with the natural-flavoured one in a large variety of recipes.
tofuThe various types of tofu are a fantastically useful addition to your storecupboard.
