Mozzarella Meatballs
Firstly, this recipe makes A LOT of meatballs, around 34 good-sized meatballs, so they’re perfect for making when you have friends coming around and want…
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Lamb Koftas with Tahini Yoghurt & Aleppo Butter
I make these so often for my family, mainly because in my house, we love to eat feasting style and eat a…
Pork, Apple & Fennel Pies
Nothing says comfort food more than a freshly baked pie, and this combo is one of my favourites. Pork, apple and fennel marry up beautifully…
Steamed Coral Trout with Shiitake Fried Rice
Steaming fish is such a clean and healthy way of cooking and eating, and definitely one of my favourite dinners. I love how quick and…
One Pan Chicken & Green Peppercorns with Orzo
This is my version of my mother-in-law, Julie’s, signature dish. Chicken and green peppercorns was what she cooked for special occasions when Mat was growing…
Roast Pork Grain Bowls
This super fast and tasty bowl of goodness is the kind of food I (barely) cook when I’m pushed for time. The only real cooking…
Spicy Chipotle Pork & Cheddar Quesadillas
Mexican night has been amped up in our house with these addictively good crispy quesadillas. They are so quick and easy to make and disappear…
Spicy Pork Vindaloo
I never tire of a curry, especially one that only takes 30 minutes to cook when throwing in some leftover roast pork. I unashamedly…
Chicken Mince Kiev
My version of Chicken Kiev isn’t the classic recipe. I use chicken mince to ensure the meat doesn’t dry out and the garlic butter inside…
Tomato and Gruyere tart
Man, I love anything wrapped in crispy, crumbly pastry! It’s definitely at the top of my guilty pleasure list, in sweet or savoury form, I…
Chipotle Salmon Tacos
We absolutely love Mexican flavours in our house. Full of freshness, texture, big flavours but familiar at the same time. I love the many dishes…
Spanish Chicken Tray Bake
One pan dinners have become my new favourites in the kitchen, especially mid-week when I’m always pushed for time after work. This recipe has been…
Roast Rib of Beef with Parsnip Puree
A standing roast rib of beef is hard to beat for a Sunday lunch. This is what I like to eat when the weather is…
Cevapcici with Flatbread & Almond Salsa
I came up with this combination for my friend, Ivy, when she was having a party. Everyone loved it so much that I had to…
Mortadella Meatballs in Sugo
Meatballs are a cheap and tasty way to feed a family and these ones are very popular with my 3 kids. Sometimes I serve them…
The Best Homemade Pizza
I have been making pizzas at home since I was a kid. My Mum would often cook pizzas, usually on the weekend, and it was…
Chicken and Chorizo Pilaf
I make this pilaf so often it’s almost become my signature dish. It’s a great one pan meal so I make it regularly for a…
My meat pie
The smell of hot meat pies always takes me back to my primary school and the walk from the canteen to our classroom. I…