No Mayo Potato Salad
No Mayo Potato Salad is a dish for my son. While he loves potato salad, he doesn’t like mayonnaise. This is a chilli infused version...
Asparagus and Bacon Spears
When it comes to a treat tis is my favourite. Imagine tender asparagus spears, enveloped in savoury bacon and kissed with a delicate drizzle of...
Chicken and Mushroom Tagliatelle
Chicken and Mushroom Tagliatelle is a simple, fast Italian dish that is perfect for singles and families. It is full of amazing flavours and has...
Vegetarian Black Bean Burger
Vegetarian cuisine has undergone a renaissance, with innovative dishes captivating both herbivores and omnivores alike. Among these culinary gems, the vegetarian black bean burger. It...
Chicken Laksa Noodle Soup
Chicken Laksa Noodle Soup is a beautiful combination of flavours and textures. The soup is made from chicken stock and coconut milk with lemongrass and...
Olive Tomato and Pesto Pasta
Olive Tomato and Pesto Pasta is a very lovely vegetarian and vegan dish that is full of colour and flavour. Serve as a main dish...
Turkish Chicken Kebabs
Turkish Chicken Kebabs are a marinated delight. I make these in advance so they are ready when I need them. The marinade is versatile and...
Macs Chocolate Mousse
Macs Chocolate Mousse is a vegetarian wonder of the universe. It is so light and delicate but filling at the same time. I make these...
Homemade Minestrone Soup
Homemade Minestrone Soup is a dish that brings back childhood memories of cold days. Especially that feeling when you get home and smell the soup....
Banana and Chocolate Chip Bread
Banana and Chocolate Chip Bread is a must in my house. The children love it, I love it and my husband loves it. This bread...
Porridge Oat Biscuits
Porridge Oat Biscuits are a lovely vegetarian treats perfect for snacks and picnics. I add dried cranberries, dried coconut, sunflower seeds and many more so...
Salmon with Chilli Sauce
Salmon with Chilli Sauce is a superb dish for a spring and summer day. The warmth of the chilli basted salmon is perfect with the...
Brilliant Beef Samosas
Brilliant Beef Samosas are one of those snacks that feel like a real treat, yet they come from simple, honest ingredients you can easily find...
Cheese and Ham Stuffed Chicken
Cheese and Ham Stuffed Chicken is a superb family dish. Served as a main dish with potatoes or fries when its cold and with salad...
Pistachio Nut Brownies
Pistachio Nut Brownies were a favourite of my late mother and I used to make a batch for Mothers day and her birthday and in...
Vegetarian Quesadilla
Vegetarian Quesadilla is a simple vegetarian recipe that is a pleasure to eat. I use sweetcorn, zucchini (courgette) and bell peppers for the textures. Serve...
Fried Camembert
Fried Camembert is one of my favourite starter and sharing recipes. The warmth of the cheese with the crispy salad and redcurrant jelly is a...
Prawn Masala Curry
Prawn Masala Curry is a simple Asian recipe packed full of flavours and aromas. Adjust the heat by removing the chillies seeds. Serve as a...
Tuna Chilli Pasta
Tuna Chilli Pasta gives the normal meal a kick. This simple main dish is amazing and ready very quickly. Adding chilli flakes takes this dish...
Leftover Chilli Nachos
Leftover Chilli Nachos is a Mexican dish I love even more than the original meal. Using the leftover chilli, as I always cooked to much,...
Crazy Coffee Ice Cream
Crazy Coffee Ice Cream is one of my favourite flavours of ice cream. Try adding sesame seeds, nuts and fruit. However, I love mine with...
My Chilli Con Carne
My Chilli Con Carne is a recipe my mother gave to me years ago when I left home and went to University. It is the...
Homemade Apple and Blackberry Jam
Homemade Apple and Blackberry Jam is a surprisingly simple recipe to create a jam that’s full of flavour yet inexpensive . This jam is perfect...
Spicy Sri Lankan Potatoes
Spicy Sri Lankan Potatoes is a lovely vibrant vegetarian recipe. This Sri Lankan dish is mildly spicy with a superb aroma and amazing flavour. An...
Chicken Thai Curry
Chicken Thai Curry is a delicate dish from amazing Thailand. I make the paste in advance and chill for a few days. Alternatively it keeps...
Pumpkin and Ginger Soup
Pumpkin and Ginger Soup is a delicious warming soup that’s perfect for starter, main and as a snack. Served with fresh crusty bread for dunking...
Fast Chili Con Carne
Fast Chili Con Carne is a back up dish I use far too often. Its easy and quick to cook and tastes so good. I...
Beautiful Butterfly Cakes
Beautiful Butterfly Cakes have been a favourite since I used to make them with my Gran. I am now making them with my grandchildren. The...
Homemade Caramelised Onion Chutney
Homemade Caramelised Onion Chutney is one of those recipes I love making. The result is a delicious chutney, perfect for cold meats, bbq, burgers, cheeses...
Cheese, Onion and Mushroom Quiche
Cheese, Onion and Mushroom Quiche is a lovely variation on the French traditional Quiche Lorraine. I use onion chutney for the sweetness kick and usually...
Ham, Spinach and Mushroom Omelette
Ham, Spinach and Mushroom Omelette is a delight for breakfast, brunch, lunch or my favourite as a snack. It is ready in minutes with ingredients...