Pasta pesto, was the first pasta dish my son learnt to make, and it still remains one of his favourites today. There…
Supper for one
Tomato tart with basil dressing recipe
If ever there was a reason for growing your own vegetables it has to be the taste of your first homegrown tomato.…
Giant couscous, peach, pomegranate and pistachio salad
There was a break through in my culinary skills this week as I have finally managed to convert my husband and son…
Courgette, Pecorino and basil frittata
I am often being asked for “use up what’s in the fridge recipes”, which are quick, simple and also healthy and tasty…
Ricotta, spinach and oregano gnocchi with tomato and courgettes
One of the wonderful things about cooking is that you can have a favourite recipe and cook it many times, and each…
Healthy salad of sweet miso grilled salmon, Kale and beetroot
British summer finally arrived in full force this week. In fact, the temperatures rose to an incredible 41C on centre court yesterday,…
Spinach and ricotta gnocchi with girolle mushrooms
My little vegetable plot is really thriving now and producing vast quantities of spinach and courgettes. In fact if I’m really honest…
Beetroot, feta and pearl barley risotto
Out of all the root vegetables beetroot has got to be my favourite. Its rich deep earthy flavour when roasted, only needs…
Keralan sweet potato and coconut curry
I was asked the other day if I could post some cheap student meals as the repertoire of some of the students…
Pan fried hake with fennel salad and pea purée recipe
Just because you are cooking for one does not mean that you should not treat yourself to a good meal. Far from…