Spinach and red lentil dhal Michael Catling5 June 20250110 views 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… Read more
Lamb steaks with green tahini and roasted vegetables Michael Catling6 June 20250103 views A zingy lemon and tahini sauce takes your regular steak and chips to new heights in this date night platter for two. This is date night, done right. A huge… Read more
Saffron seafood risotto Michael Catling13 June 20250118 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
Goan chicken risotto Michael Catling12 June 20250114 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
Artichoke risotto with baby parsnips Michael Catling15 August 20250121 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
Tofu katsu curry Michael Catling14 June 20250110 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
Hoisin turkey stir-fry Michael Catling3 June 20250177 views Inspired by my love of duck pancakes, dry, day-old turkey gets a second chance in this bold and sweet hoisin gravy, which takes just 15 minutes to whip up. The… Read more
Chicken tikka and mango chutney curry Michael Catling19 June 20250137 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… Read more
Vegan apple and blueberry crisp Michael Catling4 June 20250169 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 2025091 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
Peach and raspberry cobbler Michael Catling21 June 20250115 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
Chipotle steak burrito bowl Michael Catling11 June 20250113 views A fun and healthy alternative to the classic burrito, this Tex-Mex burrito bowl is overflowing with strips of rump steak, tortilla chips and a homemade avocado crema. If your burrito… Read more
Chicken leg traybake Michael Catling17 June 2025099 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
Tandoori duck tacos with kachumber salad Michael Catling5 June 20250104 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