Pork souvlaki skewers with homemade flatbreads and tzatziki Michael Catling5 June 20250425 views This budget-friendly kebab pairs grilled pork shoulder and vibrant peppers with a simple five-ingredient flatbread and tzatziki. This is my kind of Greek sharing dish. Grilled pork and peppers, lots… Read more
Vegan blueberry and banana pancake stack Michael Catling20 June 20250433 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
Saffron seafood risotto Michael Catling13 June 20250545 views There’s a time and place for a bit of luxury – and this seafood medley risotto is one of those dishes I like to roll out on special occasions. There’s… Read more
Tandoori duck tacos with kachumber salad Michael Catling5 June 20250388 views A bold fusion of flavours, these tandoori duck tacos combine Indian spices, Mexican-style serving and a nod to Chinese duck pancakes. Although this is a totally made-up dish, I think… Read more
Goan chicken risotto Michael Catling12 June 20250384 views All the flavours of an Indian curry are wrapped up in this bold, tangy and punchy Goan chicken risotto, made with coconut milk, curry paste and edamame beans. A risotto… Read more
Slow cooked peanut butter chicken curry Michael Catling22 June 20250598 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
Banana bread Michael Catling15 July 20250526 views A throwback to lockdown baking, this banana bread recipe transforms ripe bananas into a light, luscious loaf that is irresistible on its own or slathered with Nutella. I don’t have… Read more
Spaghetti bolognese with cheesy pork meatballs Michael Catling6 June 20250498 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
Easy prawn tikka masala with carrot and mint raita Michael Catling5 June 20250610 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 20250460 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
Iberico pork pizza with flavours of patatas bravas Michael Catling25 March 20260113 views Inspired by Spain’s most iconic tapas, this homemade pizza layers Iberico pork with a spicy, bravas-style sauce for a deeply savoury, irresistible bite. Homemade pizzas are just the best, aren’t… Read more
Vegan apple and blueberry crisp Michael Catling4 June 20250490 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
Chinese tempeh in black pepper sauce Michael Catling18 June 20250524 views Dinner for two in under 30 minutes, this fuss-free stir-fry heroes black peppercorns and peps up a pack of tempeh with a sweet and sticky sauce. Let’s be honest, some… Read more
Chicken leg traybake Michael Catling17 June 20250425 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
Easy chicken korma Michael Catling9 June 20250463 views Ready in under 30 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… Read more
Loaded beef tikka naan with curry fries and onion bhajis Michael Catling25 March 20260121 views Swap the bun for a garlic naan in this tikka-spiced beef burger, layered with crisp onion bhajis and served with fiery fries and raita I promise that you’ve never seen… Read more
Crayfish risotto with pan-fried sea bass Michael Catling23 June 20250630 views An elegant, restaurant-worthy dish pairing a creamy crayfish risotto with crispy-skinned sea bass. Save it for a special occasion. Few dishes embody the spirit of Italian cuisine as perfectly as… Read more
Banana bread muffins Michael Catling5 June 20250380 views 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… Read more
Chicken, chorizo and prawn paella Michael Catling5 June 202501.1K views Tender chicken thighs, spicy chorizo and succulent king prawns come together in this saffron-infused paella that is studded with peppers, peas and cherry tomatoes. A paella is such a wondrous… Read more
Healthy chicken nuggets Michael Catling11 June 20250458 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
Insane garlic and coriander naan bread Michael Catling3 June 20250778 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
Tofu katsu curry Michael Catling14 June 20250403 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
Chicken tikka and mango chutney curry Michael Catling19 June 20250702 views A fruity twist on a tikka masala, this curry-in-a-hurry leans heavily on your spice cupboard (and a jar of mango chutney) to produce an irresistible sauce in 30 minutes. A… Read more
Double-cooked Lancashire hotpot Michael Catling20 June 20250397 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
Vegetable satay curry Michael Catling26 March 20260106 views Packed with all of your 5-a-day, this Thai vegetable curry is loaded with butternut squash, peppers and greens, and coated in a creamy satay sauce. Peanut butter on a wholemeal… Read more
Turkey, chorizo and chestnut burgers Michael Catling10 June 20250390 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
Roasted vegetable galette Michael Catling5 June 20250495 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
Chinese-style turkey in hoisin sauce Michael Catling3 June 20250567 views Inspired by my love of duck pancakes, leftover turkey gets a second chance in this bold and sweet hoisin gravy, which takes just 15 minutes to whip up. The next… Read more
Braised lamb shank and chestnut ragu with orzo Michael Catling23 June 20250423 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
Yeast-free doughnuts Michael Catling6 June 20250507 views No yeast or 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 remember… Read more