Comfort food

Roasted vegetable galette

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…

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Banana bread

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…

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Goan chicken risotto

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…

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Lamb biryani

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…

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Thai satay chicken kebabs

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.…

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Moroccan lamb stew

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…

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Shakshuka

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…

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Healthy chicken nuggets

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…

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Pulled lamb Turkish lahmacun

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…

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Spinach and red lentil dhal

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…

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BLT bap with guacamole

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…

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