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
Pork and bacon sausage rolls Michael Catling7 June 2025073 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
Butternut squash, hazelnut and sage risotto Michael Catling1 August 2025039 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
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
Goan chicken risotto Michael Catling12 June 2025063 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
Braised lamb shank and chestnut ragu with orzo Michael Catling23 June 2025065 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
Smoked cheese and thyme sablé biscuits Michael Catling5 June 2025064 views These delicate biscuits mimic the butteriness of shortbread, but with the savoury notes of smoked paprika, fresh thyme and cheddar cheese. Batch bake a load for your neighbours at Christmas… 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
Banana bread Michael Catling15 July 2025077 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
Vegan jam duffins Michael Catling11 June 2025059 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
Crayfish risotto with pan-fried sea bass Michael Catling23 June 2025091 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
Bounty overnight oats Michael Catling13 June 20250108 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
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
Tofu katsu curry Michael Catling14 June 2025070 views Not just for vegans, this Japanese-inspired katsu curry is packed full of flavour and hidden veggies. Your trip to Wagamama can wait. I used to be a tofu sceptic, unwilling… Read more
Vanilla latte overnight oats Michael Catling9 June 20250103 views Swap your morning coffee for these supercharged vanilla latte overnight oats. Anyone who says they haven’t got time to make breakfast is lying! My vanilla latte overnight oats couldn’t be… Read more
Yeast-free doughnuts Michael Catling6 June 2025079 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
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
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
Healthy chicken nuggets Michael Catling11 June 2025089 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
Vegan blueberry and banana pancake stack Michael Catling20 June 2025069 views Treat yourself to an epic breakfast of pancakes, berries and the most incredible peanut butter sauce you’ve ever tasted. Kids will go crazy for it! After a week of hurried… Read more
Mixed berry breakfast muffins Michael Catling9 June 2025058 views Pick your own berries and turn them into these dairy-free muffins. For those times when you need a quick and easy breakfast, these sweet and fruity muffins tick every box.… Read more
Gingerbread nuts Michael Catling3 June 20250466 views Transform a boring pack of nuts into something special (and incredibly moreish) with my quick and easy gingerbread marinade. There’s a reason this is my most requested recipe among friends… 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
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
Blueberry smoothie bowl Michael Catling17 January 2025085 views Get the kids involved and embrace the colour of summer with this fun and nutrient-rich blueberry smoothie bowl. My best friend’s wife deserves a portion of credit for this super-simple… Read more
Vegan apple and blueberry crisp Michael Catling4 June 20250123 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
Dairy free banana bread pancakes Michael Catling11 June 2025056 views A fruity twist on an American classic, this heavenly pancake stack with raspberry coulis is proof that simple ingredients can lead to something spectacular for breakfast, brunch or dessert. When… 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
Carrot cake porridge Michael Catling15 June 2025092 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
Scallops with parsnip purée, chorizo crumb and prawn oil Michael Catling21 June 2025089 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