Beef and Guinness pie recipe

Beef and Guinness Pie

Who doesn't love a nice pie? This beef and Guinness recipe is one of my favourites. I already had the diced beef in the freezer from a yellow sticker haul previously and I had a can of Guinness leftover from Christmas, so didn't really need to buy much. For speed, I did buy ready-rolled puff pastry.


easy pasta and meatballs recipe

Easy Pasta and Meatballs Recipe

Who wants another easy mid-week meal? If so, this is for you. Taking only ten minutes from start to finish the easy pasta and meatballs recipe is a family favourite. Made from just a few store cupboard ingredients, it comes together in just a few minutes. The kids love this meal and often request it, which suits me fine. Especially on the nights, we are rushing around together to fit in all the out of school activities that fill our diaryies. Why not give this easy pasta and meatballs recipe a try for yourself.


creamy mushroom pasta recipe

Creamy Mushroom Pasta Recipe

Indulge in the art of culinary mastery with our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect Creamy Mushroom Pasta. Explore ingredients, techniques, variations, and more in this flavorful journey. Bon appétit!


Easy Tom Yum Recipe

Easy Tom Yum Recipe

Unlock the secrets of the perfect Tom Yum soup! Discover the art of crafting this iconic Thai dish with fresh ingredients and expert techniques. Explore regional variations and more in our culinary journey


Lemon Pasta

Lemon Pasta: Pasta al Limone

Lemon pasta, as it's commonly known, has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts around the globe. Its unique combination of creamy richness and bright acidity is a delightful departure from the ordinary.

Quick to cook and cheap to make. Whats not to like about this amazing pasta recipe!


easy homemade pesto recipe

Easy Homemade Pesto Recipe

Pesto, a fragrant masterpiece in the world of culinary delights, has found its way into the hearts of food enthusiasts across the United Kingdom. With its origins rooted in the sun-soaked hills of Italy, pesto has become more than just a sauce – it's a symphony of flavours that dances through British kitchens. In this guide, we embark on a journey through the vibrant tapestry of pesto, exploring its myriad variations, sharing cherished recipes, and unveiling the secrets to mastering this culinary gem. Welcome to a rendezvous with pesto, where basil, garlic, and olive oil unite in a harmony that knows no borders.


chorizo and pea risotto recipe

Chorizo and pea risotto recipe

This chorizo and pea risotto recipe is the perfect midweek meal for a busy family. It only takes a few minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook. The kids love it and always ask for a second helping. It is versatile too. If you don't have any chorizo, replace it with some bacon or perhaps some leftover chicken from your Sunday Roast.

I always like to make recipes quick and easy. With only three steps and 30 minutes of cooking, this fits the bill well. Give it a go and let me know what you think.


Easy Pasta Recipe

Quick and Easy Pasta Recipe

As part of my easy midweek meal recipes, I would like to introduce to you this simple, delicious and super quick and easy pasta recipe. Using just a few ingredients you can get this delicious dinner to the table in less than 15 minutes and it only costs a few pounds to feed the entire family. Family life seems to take over rather quickly. We never seem to have enough time. I'm either running about after the kids or helping them out with homework. You all know that I try to avoid processed food. I would rather cook from scratch and that way I know what we are eating. Plus, it is a lot cheaper. A midweek meal needs to not only be delicious and affordable. It needs to be quick and easy to prepare and cook. Most parents, myself included, don't have time to be in the kitchen for hours on end every night. Check out my latest affordable and homecooked recipe here.


Easy Spaghetti Puttanesca Recipe

Spaghetti Puttanesca Recipe

Another affordable and delicious recipe, perfect for a busy families midweek meal. This Spaghetti Puttanesca Recipe was delicious and was ready in 20 minutes. Most of the ingredients can be found in your kitchen cupboards already, just remember to pick up the bits you do need when you next go shopping.

*MENTAL NOTE* If your kids ask what Puttanesca means in Italian, don't, I mean, DON'T Google it in front of them.


red pepper dip

Easy Red Pepper Dip

As we move towards the Summer Holidays I plan to highlight some delicious, affordable and easy to cook picnic and BBQ recipes. This is part three from a series of vegan picnic ideas from
Louise Palmer-Masterton
, who is the founder of multiple award-winning restaurants
Stem & Glory. The first in this series was a delicious Vegan BLT and the recipe can be found here. The second recipe in the series was a delicious Vegan quiche and the recipe can be found here. The third recipe in the series was this amazing vegan egg mayo sandwich and the recipe can be found here.Part four is this interesting Czech style Vegan potato salad and the recipe can be found here.
Part five of this vegan, picnic and summer recipe share is this delicious Red Pepper Dip.This red pepper dip has a sweet and smoky flavour, making it perfect as a dip or served on the side with just about anything! So if you want to cook something that is part of an award-winning restaurants menu, now is your chance!