These pesto sourdough pull-apart rolls are everything you love about fresh sourdough in a fun, shareable form. Soft and airy on the inside with a beautifully crisp crust, each roll is coated in fragrant pesto and topped with parmesan that becomes golden and crisp in the oven. They’re perfect for entertaining, alongside soups and salads,…
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Crumbed Lamb Cutlets
These crumbed lamb cutlets are one of those classic recipes that never go out of style. Golden, crispy and packed with flavour, they’re surprisingly simple to make and always feel a little bit special. I like to ask my butcher to trim the cutlets but leave a little extra fat around the edge, as I…
Salted Chocolate Popcorn
This salted chocolate popcorn is one of those irresistible sweet and salty treats that’s almost impossible to stop eating. Crunchy popcorn is coated in rich dark chocolate with just enough savoury flavour from miso (or sea salt) to create the perfect balance. Finished with toasted nuts and a hint of cinnamon, it’s a simple homemade…
Cheese Naan
Soft, fluffy and filled with gooey melted cheese, this homemade cheese naan is surprisingly easy to make and tastes so much better than store-bought or takeaway versions. Using yoghurt in the dough creates a lovely texture without needing yeast, making these naan quick enough for weeknight meals. Finished with garlic butter, they’re perfect served alongside…
Oven Baked Kitchari (one pot dhal and rice)
This oven baked kitchari is comfort food at its most nourishing. Inspired by the traditional Ayurvedic combination of rice and lentils, this one-pot meal is warming, grounding and deeply satisfying. Gently spiced and packed with vegetables, it’s the kind of meal that feels soothing to the digestive system while still delivering plenty of flavour. Baking…
Sardine Melt
If you’re not naturally a fan of sardines, this sardine melt recipe might just change your mind. On their own, sardines can have quite a strong flavour, and I’ll admit they’re not something I particularly enjoy straight from the tin. But once they’re combined with creamy mayonnaise, tangy capers, fresh herbs and a little acidity…
Roasted Lamb Shanks with Caramelised Onion
These roasted lamb shanks with caramelised onion are the ultimate comfort food, delivering deep savoury flavour with very little hands-on effort. Slow roasting allows the lamb to become beautifully tender and succulent, while the onions, garlic and celery cook down into a rich, sweet and deeply flavoured base. Finished with a final high-heat roast to…
Garlic Broccolini
This garlic broccolini is one of those simple side dishes that proves you don’t need many ingredients to create something delicious. Lightly stir-fried and gently steamed with garlic and stock, it’s quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with almost any protein. The result is tender-crisp broccolini with plenty of flavour and a fresh squeeze of…
Yellow Chicken Curry
This yellow chicken curry is the perfect balance of comforting, nourishing and full of flavour. Fragrant spices, creamy coconut milk and fresh aromatics come together to create a beautifully warming curry that’s so easy to make. It has just enough warmth from the spices without being ‘spicy’, making it a family-friendly meal that is easy…
Elderberry Immune Gummies
These elderberry immune gummies are a fun and delicious way to enjoy the benefits of elderberry in a homemade snack. Made with just a handful of real food ingredients, they’re naturally flavoured, easy to prepare and free from the colours, flavours and additives often found in commercial gummies. Keep a batch in the fridge or…
Lamb Haloumi Sausage Rolls
These lamb haloumi sausage rolls are a delicious twist on a classic favourite. The combination of lamb, fragrant spices, fresh mint and salty haloumi creates a filling that is rich, savoury and packed with flavour, while the pastry turns beautifully golden and crisp in the oven. Perfect for lunchboxes, entertaining, picnics or easy dinners, they…
Raspberry Macadamia Protein Pancake
This raspberry macadamia protein pancake is a simple, oven-baked option that makes breakfast feel a little more special while still being practical and nourishing. Soft and lightly golden with bursts of raspberry and crunchy macadamias, it’s an easy, no-fuss way to create a protein-rich meal without standing at the stove flipping pancakes. Perfect for slow…
Sourdough English Muffins
These sourdough English muffins are soft, fluffy and full of that signature tang you only get from a natural ferment. Cooked gently on the stovetop rather than baked, they develop a golden crust with a light, airy interior, perfect for toasting. While they take a little time, most of it is hands-off, and the result…
Eggs with Spiced Yoghurt (quick & easy)
These eggs with spiced yoghurt are a simple, nourishing meal that comes together quickly but feels a little elevated. With creamy yoghurt, warming spices, fresh herbs and perfectly cooked eggs, it’s a beautiful balance of flavour and texture. Served with seeded sourdough, it’s a satisfying breakfast, lunch or light dinner that supports steady energy and…
Cranberry Ginger Chocolate Cookies
These cranberry ginger chocolate cookies are the perfect balance of sweet, spicy and indulgent. Studded with tart cranberries, warming ginger and little bursts of chocolate, they have a wonderful chewy texture when lightly baked or can be baked longer for a crispier biscuit. Made with wholesome ingredients like almond meal and oats, they feel a…
Chocolate Celebration Cake
This chocolate celebration cake is the ultimate crowd-pleasing cake for birthdays, special occasions and celebrations of all kinds. Rich, moist and deeply chocolatey, it has a beautiful tender crumb thanks to the yoghurt and olive oil, which keep it soft for days. Finished with a light and fluffy chocolate buttercream, it’s the kind of classic…
Sardine Bruschetta
This sardine bruschetta is a fresh, flavour-packed twist on a classic bruschetta and a brilliant way to enjoy sardines. If you’re someone who usually avoids sardines because of their strong flavour, this recipe may surprise you. When paired with delicious ingredients like balsamic, lemon, basil, olives and feta, the stronger fishy notes mellow beautifully. What…
Lime Yoghurt Pancakes
These lime yoghurt pancakes are light, super fluffy and full of fresh citrus flavour, making them a simple but delicious twist on a classic. The yoghurt gives them a soft texture while the lime adds a zesty zing that lifts the whole dish. Quick to prepare and cook, they’re perfect for an easy breakfast, brunch…
Chicken Sausage Vegetable Soup
This chicken sausage vegetable soup is the kind of hearty, nourishing meal that feels like comfort food while still being packed with goodness. Little sausage meatballs simmer alongside vegetables, beans, tomatoes and kale to create a satisfying one-pot meal that’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner but substantial enough to stand on its own. It’s…
Smoked Salmon Basil Scramble
This smoked salmon basil scramble is a simple, protein-rich meal that comes together in just minutes. The combination of creamy eggs, flaky hot smoked salmon and fresh basil creates a delicious balance of flavours, while a finishing sprinkle of parmesan adds extra savoury goodness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or even a quick dinner, it’s an…
Tandoori Chicken Burgers
These tandoori chicken burgers are a fresh, flavour-packed twist on a classic burger, made with warming spices, herbs and simple whole food ingredients. The chicken patties are juicy and aromatic, paired with a cooling mint yoghurt mayo that balances the spice beautifully. They’re quick to prepare, family-friendly and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or…
Chocolate Basque Cheesecake
This Chocolate Basque Cheesecake is rich, deeply chocolatey and beautifully simple, with that signature caramelised top and soft, creamy centre. Unlike traditional cheesecakes, it’s intentionally baked hot and fast to create a dark, almost “burnt” top that contrasts perfectly with the silky interior. Made with simple ingredients and minimal fuss, it’s an impressive dessert that’s…
Mexican Loaded Sweet Potatoes
These Mexican loaded sweet potatoes are a simple, nourishing meal that combines roasted sweet potato with a spiced beef filling and fresh toppings. They’re hearty, flavour-packed and easy to customise, making them perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed family dinner. With creamy guacamole, fresh greens and melted cheese, they bring together comfort and balance…
Easy Vegetable Lasagne
This easy vegetable lasagne is a nourishing, family-friendly meal built on simple whole food ingredients. Packed with vegetables, a rich tomato base and layered with a creamy yoghurt topping, it’s a lighter, more practical take on a classic lasagne. It’s perfect for batch cooking, feeding a crowd or having leftovers ready to go, all while…
