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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Easy chicken korma

Ready in just 20 minutes, this chicken korma is the perfect curry for kids and fussy eaters as it’s super creamy and not too spicy. This healthy korma is a…

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Banana bread muffins

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…

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Spiced apple strudel

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…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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