Pork and bacon sausage rolls Michael Catling7 June 20250223 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
Slow cooked beef chilli tacos Michael Catling14 June 20250211 views The definition of a one-pot wonder, this chunky beef chilli con carne is the ultimate Saturday night sharing dish in front of the television. Just pile up those tacos and… Read more
Turkey, chorizo and chestnut burgers Michael Catling10 June 20250187 views All the flavours of Christmas packed into a protein-rich burger, flavoured with cranberry sauce and sage. Fed up of making boring beef burgers? My Christmas-inspired turkey burger is the perfect… Read more
Honey-glazed carrot, parsnip and halloumi salad Michael Catling21 June 20250189 views Ditch your boring sandwich for this full-flavoured and meat-free salad. I love the combination of crisp, salty halloumi against the sweetness of the carrots and parsnips. I’m not a big… Read more
Black pudding, apple and walnut salad Michael Catling19 June 20250194 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
Bounty overnight oats Michael Catling13 June 20250292 views This is the breakfast of dreams for bounty lovers, combining the creamy texture of overnight oats with the rich, indulgent flavour of chocolate and coconut. Whenever I think of Bounty… Read more
Tandoori duck tacos with kachumber salad Michael Catling5 June 20250194 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
Spiced apple strudel Michael Catling24 June 20250201 views Soft apples, warming spices, sticky caramel and flaky filo pastry. What’s not to like? Packed full of fruit, nuts and Christmas spice, an apple strudel is basically Austria’s version of… Read more
Pork and chorizo chilli con carne Michael Catling10 June 20250222 views Elevate your chilli con carne with a double dose of pork. Whether you like it mild or with a fiery kick, this recipe is fully customisable and endlessly versatile. When… Read more
Peach and raspberry cobbler Michael Catling21 June 20250217 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
Chicken and gammon arancini Michael Catling2 November 20250118 views Transform yesterday’s risotto into these crunchy and gooey rice balls with a hidden mozzarella and cranberry centre. Golden, crisp and seriously indulgent, arancini balls are one of life’s tastiest inventions… Read more
Shakshuka Michael Catling20 June 20250220 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
Spinach and red lentil dhal Michael Catling5 June 20250219 views Super cheap and simple to make, this one-pot wonder is immensely satisfying on a cold winter’s night and packs in a serious amount of plant-based protein and fibre. I’ll confess… Read more
Braised lamb shank and chestnut ragu with orzo Michael Catling23 June 20250212 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
Lamb biryani Michael Catling5 June 20250206 views Can’t handle the heat of a traditional curry? Try my mouthwatering take on a classic biryani, which is layered with caramelised onions, saffron rice, and melt-in-the-mouth lamb. Comfort food doesn’t… Read more
Banana bread Michael Catling15 July 20250324 views A light and luscious loaf cake, this banana bread is super easy to make and hard to say no to. Slather with Nutella for the ultimate brunch treat. I don’t… Read more
Gambas pil pil Michael Catling14 June 20250245 views One for the garlic lovers, king prawns are coated in smoked paprika and cooked hard and fast in a heavenly garlic and chilli oil. Best served with slices of focaccia… Read more
Vegan jam duffins Michael Catling11 June 20250204 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
Nutella porridge Michael Catling6 June 20250243 views Inspired by my fiancée’s love of Nutella, this chocolate and hazelnut porridge feels like a naughty treat, but will fill you up with good fats and fibre. Porridge often suffers… Read more
Apple and blackberry porridge Michael Catling4 June 20250833 views Who says you can’t have a dessert for breakfast? This apple and blackberry porridge has all the flavours of a winter crumble, but minus the added sugar and calories. I… Read more
Raspberry and almond butter porridge Michael Catling9 June 20250232 views Brighten up your morning bowl of porridge by combining raspberries with almond butter – a match made in heaven. I eat porridge and some kind of nut butter pretty much… Read more
Goan chicken risotto Michael Catling12 June 20250204 views All the flavours of an Indian curry are wrapped up in this bold, tangy and aromatic risotto. A risotto has always been the kind of dish that invites creativity. It’s… Read more
Slow cooked peanut butter chicken curry Michael Catling22 June 20250328 views Swap the takeaway menu for the slow cooker with this satay-inspired chicken curry. Weeknight dinners don’t get much easier than this. I’m obsessed – and I mean, seriously obsessed –… Read more
Roasted vegetable galette Michael Catling5 June 20250257 views A healthier take on a traditional pie, this gorgeously rustic, free-form tart is a fabulous introduction to pastry making for kids and non-bakers. The joy of a galette lies in… Read more
Carrot cake porridge Michael Catling15 June 20250235 views Love carrot cake? Prepare to fall hard for this gently-spiced porridge, with my twist on a cream cheese and pecan frosting. For those times when you don’t fancy making yet… Read more
Butternut squash, hazelnut and sage risotto Michael Catling1 August 20250210 views Butternut squash takes on a whole new dimension when caramelised and blended into a risotto. Butternut squash is such a brilliant and versatile vegetable. It’s nutrient dense, budget-friendly, and the… Read more
Chicken leg traybake Michael Catling17 June 20250194 views Dinner today, lunch tomorrow – this all-in-one roast dinner will supercharge your veggies like never before. One of the great parts of preparing a thrifty chicken traybake like this is… Read more
Vanilla and triple chocolate cookies Michael Catling28 June 20250240 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
Spaghetti bolognese with cheesy pork meatballs Michael Catling6 June 20250267 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
BLT bap with guacamole Michael Catling9 June 20250202 views Take the traditional bacon sarnie to another level with smashed avocado and a few chilli flakes for a spicy kick. This is proper nostalgia for me. A bacon roll was… Read more