Banana and dark chocolate flapjacks Michael Catling13 June 2025085 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
Vanilla and triple chocolate cookies Michael Catling28 June 2025074 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
Pork meatballs and cherry tomato orzotto Michael Catling4 June 20250229 views Substitute orzo for rice and embrace the flavours of Italy with this lighter twist on a risotto. When I first cooked orzotto, I mistook the name for the type of… Read more
Upside-down orange and ricotta cake Michael Catling5 June 2025066 views Turn the traditional baking method on its head with this light but luscious upside-down cake. Using olive oil and ricotta gives it a beautifully light and moist texture. This summery… Read more
Caramelised apple, walnut and yoghurt parfait Michael Catling28 June 2025076 views Who says you can’t have dessert for breakfast? These low fat, high protein yoghurt parfaits are super simple to make and are embellished with honey, cinnamon and ginger. This is… Read more
Peach and raspberry cobbler Michael Catling21 June 2025063 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
Whole pumpkin stuffed with mixed grains and chestnuts Michael Catling1 September 2025016 views For a stunning meat-free roast, try this whole-roasted pumpkin with a Middle-Eastern inspired stuffing. Pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween. There are multiple varieties available during the autumn months and so… Read more
Yeast-free doughnuts Michael Catling6 June 2025078 views No yeast and no proofing is required to make a batch of these shallow-fried doughnuts at home. How you choose to top and fill them is up to you! I… Read more
Chicken leg traybake Michael Catling17 June 2025054 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
Mild chicken and butternut squash curry Michael Catling21 June 2025066 views Bookmark this kid-friendly curry for a speedy weeknight meal. You don’t need any spice pastes or tins of tomatoes to make this gloriously rich and creamy curry. It’s slightly hotter… Read more
Artichoke risotto with baby parsnips Michael Catling15 August 2025041 views Ugly and knobbly they may be, but artichokes and parsnips add a beautiful sweetness and viscosity to this meat-free risotto. Take your meat-free Monday to the next level with this… Read more
Insane garlic and coriander naan bread Michael Catling3 June 20250376 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
Tandoori duck tacos with kachumber salad Michael Catling5 June 2025059 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
Pulled lamb Turkish lahmacun Michael Catling14 June 2025051 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
Banana sticky toffee porridge Michael Catling11 June 2025091 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
Apple and walnut spring rolls Michael Catling18 June 2025070 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
Apple and blackberry porridge Michael Catling4 June 20250684 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
Easy prawn tikka masala with carrot and mint raita Michael Catling5 June 2025088 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
Lamb biryani Michael Catling5 June 2025062 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
Slow cooked peanut butter chicken curry Michael Catling22 June 2025096 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
Caramel mocha porridge Michael Catling9 June 2025086 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
Pork souvlaki with homemade flatbreads and tzatziki Michael Catling5 June 2025061 views Feed the family with this Greek-inspired mezze platter. This is my kind of Greek sharing dish. Big chunks of grilled meat, lots of herbs and spices, and a few different… Read more
Butternut squash, hazelnut and sage risotto Michael Catling1 August 2025038 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
Nutella porridge Michael Catling6 June 20250101 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
Double-cooked Lancashire hotpot Michael Catling20 June 2025058 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
Peanut butter and banana smoothie Michael Catling9 June 2025058 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
Garlic chicken and bacon Caesar salad Michael Catling5 June 2025071 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
Chocolate orange overnight oats Michael Catling17 June 20250115 views Bored of toast and cornflakes? Make a batch of chocolate orange overnight oats for a quick and easy breakfast on the go. Because I’m known for being quite healthy conscious,… Read more
Mango and coconut porridge Michael Catling11 June 2025083 views Bring a touch of sunshine to your breakfast table with the tropical flavours of coconut, mango and passion fruit. Nothing says summer to me quite like mango and coconut. I… Read more
Korean corn ribs Michael Catling13 June 2025062 views Inspired by barbecue spare ribs, these corn on the cobs are sweet, sticky and seriously spicy. Just blast in the air fryer for a quick and easy snack. Looking to jazz… Read more