Crayfish risotto with pan-fried sea bass Michael Catling23 June 202508 views Level up your risotto game with this seafood-heavy flavour bomb. Few dishes embody the spirit of Italian cuisine as perfectly as risotto. It’s as much a lesson in restraint as… Read more
Tandoori duck tacos with kachumber salad Michael Catling5 June 2025014 views This tapas-inspired mash up is my new favourite way to eat roast duck and tacos. Although this is a totally made-up dish, I think tandoori duck tacos need to become… Read more
Chocolate and banana bars Michael Catling10 June 2025014 views Too much chocolate hanging about from Easter or last night’s binging session? Add them to these fibre-filled energy bars and grab yourself a slice with your tea or coffee. You… Read more
Thai satay chicken kebabs Michael Catling24 June 202507 views Prepare to fall hard for these spicy chicken skewers, which are grilled to perfection before being dipped in a zingy satay sauce. Peanut butter lovers will be in their element.… Read more
Pulled lamb Turkish lahmacun Michael Catling14 June 202509 views Inspired by Turkey’s answer to a dairy-free pizza, my three-ingredient flatbread is topped with pulled lamb and lots of colourful veggies. A pizza without cheese? I can hear the shouting… Read more
Shakshuka Michael Catling20 June 2025011 views Ditch your morning scrambled eggs for this spicy one-pot wonder. If you’re cooking on a budget, this is one vegetarian dish you need to have in your repertoire. The eggs… Read more
Easy prawn tikka masala with carrot and mint raita Michael Catling5 June 2025021 views My healthy take on the UK’s best-loved curry combines yoghurt, sweet cherry tomatoes and beautifully plump king prawns. The raita is the perfect partner for your onion bhajis and poppadoms.… Read more
Vegan apple and blueberry crisp Michael Catling4 June 2025079 views This is first-time cook simple: A self-saucing pudding with juicy, jammy apples and berries that are bubbling below a nutty, crunchy topping. This apple and blueberry crisp is my go-to… Read more
Scallops with parsnip purée, chorizo crumb and prawn oil Michael Catling21 June 2025017 views Wow your dinner guests with this Masterchef-inspired scallop starter that champions wonky vegetables and prawn shells in the best way possible. This showstopping starter is the very reason I started… Read more
Jaffa Cake porridge Michael Catling14 June 2025040 views If you’re a fan of the chocolate-orange flavour combo, this is the perfect porridge for you. It’s like a cozy hug, with a citrus kick that wakes up your tastebuds.… Read more
Garlic chicken and bacon Caesar salad Michael Catling5 June 2025024 views A lighter twist on the classic chicken Caesar salad with a roasted garlic and yoghurt dressing. I’m not a big salad eater, but I make an exception where chicken Caesar… Read more
Banana and dark chocolate flapjacks Michael Catling13 June 2025014 views For non-confident bakers, these healthy flapjacks are practically impossible to mess up. They’re also incredibly hard to resist. One of my earliest memories as a kid was helping my nan… Read more
Braised lamb shank and chestnut ragu with orzo Michael Catling23 June 2025011 views Save this lamb shank recipe for Easter and beyond: it works for all seasons and celebrations and produces a gorgeously rich and intense ragu that your guests will remember for… Read more
Pork and bacon sausage rolls Michael Catling7 June 2025019 views Delicious hot or cold, sausage rolls are practically a necessity at any picnic or party. Using lean pork mince and back bacon plays up to the classic ‘pigs in blanket’… Read more
Spaghetti bolognese with cheesy pork meatballs Michael Catling6 June 2025022 views Inspired by meatballs in marinara and spaghetti bolognese, this hybrid pasta dish combines a rich, slow-roasted ragu with mozzarella-stuffed pork meatballs and spaghetti. If you’re going to master any recipe,… Read more
Vegan jam duffins Michael Catling11 June 2025012 views Just as easy to make as ordinary muffins, these sugar-dipped duffins taste every bit as good as jam doughnuts when served warm from the oven. I still remember seeing a… Read more
Double-cooked Lancashire hotpot Michael Catling20 June 2025015 views Introducing the juiciest, most incredible way to cook lamb shoulder, with some seriously supercharged potatoes, carrots and onions layered between it. This hotpot is a one of those family favourites… Read more
Banana sticky toffee porridge Michael Catling11 June 2025043 views All the flavours of a classic sticky toffee pudding in porridge form, with caramelised bananas, crunchy pecans and a luscious date syrup on top. If you like sticky toffee pudding,… Read more
Peach and raspberry cobbler Michael Catling21 June 202508 views Cosy and rustic, but still a little fancy with the spiral top, this old-school pudding is like a fruit stew with dumplings — soft, warm and very comforting. Some dishes… Read more
Healthy chicken nuggets Michael Catling11 June 2025012 views Recreate the classic school dinner of chicken nuggets using a DIY blend of herbs, spices and panko breadcrumbs for an easy midweek dinner. We all have that fussy friend who… Read more
Seafood Singapore noodles Michael Catling5 June 2025013 views On the table in 30 minutes, this speedy stir-fry is the ultimate fridge-raider dish for the family. Singapore noodles are my mum’s favourite, so naturally it took a while to… Read more
Peanut butter and banana smoothie Michael Catling9 June 2025018 views Peanut butter is not just for spreading on toast. Simply blitz with frozen banana, oats, chia seeds, cinnamon and your favourite milk to make a speedy protein shake after your… Read more
Banana bread muffins Michael Catling5 June 2025015 views Sweetened with ripe bananas, raisins and a touch of maple syrup, these vegan-friendly muffins make for a healthy breakfast on the go. At home, I always have a glut of… Read more
Caramel mocha porridge Michael Catling9 June 2025041 views Elevating a simple bowl of porridge with coffee, vanilla and a date caramel syrup gives it an instant upgrade. Top with pecans and banana for an energy-boosting breakfast. Whenever the… Read more
Insane garlic and coriander naan bread Michael Catling3 June 20250329 views Prepare to fall hard for these restaurant-quality naans that are cooked on the hob and in a skillet or frying pan. I’m a big believer that no curry is ever… Read more
Black pudding, apple and walnut salad Michael Catling19 June 2025013 views Not just for the summer months, this sweet and savoury salad champions some big flavours and classic combinations. Black pudding gets my vote as the most underrated and budget-friendly protein… Read more
Apple and walnut spring rolls Michael Catling18 June 2025029 views Switch up your traditional spring rolls with these apple pie inspired filo parcels. If you like filo pastry and love apple pie, you’re going to fall head over heels for… Read more
Baked onion bhajis Michael Catling5 June 2025073 views Falafels have had their moment; make a big batch of my healthy bhajis for tonight’s dinner party and wrap the leftovers in a garlic naan for tomorrow’s lunch. Best. Wrap.… Read more
Moroccan lamb stew Michael Catling11 June 2025012 views Slow cooked in an Instant Pot until the lamb melts in your mouth, this nourishing bowl of goodness borrows the flavours of a Moroccan tagine and is layered with vibrant… Read more
Vanilla and triple chocolate cookies Michael Catling28 June 202508 views Fill up your biscuit tin with these gooey and totally irresistible cookies, which are packed full of white chocolate and dark chocolate chunks. Crispy edges, a gooey and fudgy centre,… Read more