DIY Pot Noodles

I have come across this recipe a few times on various blogs and boards but when The Guardian recently put this article on Pinterest I thought I’d give it a go myself. I swore I would bring my lunch to work more often and I think I could count on one hand the amount of […]

Beetroot Relish

This recipe is not going to be for everyone. I’ve discovered that people really have a love/hate relationship with beetroot. I love it, himself can occasionally tolerate it.

Beef Chilli

Being a big fan of Mexican food, I love a big bowl of chilli on a cold night. This can be vegetarian or meat but nothing beats a good beef chilli.

Easy Breakfast Burritos

This is another favourite breakfast in our home. You can eat it anytime really. It is very easy but really hits the spot, particularly if it’s the morning after the night before! It’s the classic combination of eggs, tomato and chilli.

Jalfrezi Curry

Update July 2020  When I first posted this recipe in 2013 my only previous experience of Jalfrezi was from a jar. It has become my go when ordering an Indian takeaway but I’ll be honest, I prefer when I make it myself.

Harissa Chicken Ciabatta

Harissa is a Tunisian hot chilli sauce which can be used in many ways. It can be used as a marinade or rub on meat or fish. Halloumi cheese marinated in harissa and fried or griddled is divine. You can also use it as flavouring to add to stews, soups, hummus, pasta and couscous. It […]

Thai Red Chicken Curry

*I have updated this recipe as it has evolved slightly over the years. I still make it at least once a month and it is our go-to meal when we can’t decide what to eat! See a video of Jamie cooking the original recipe here. This recipe is adapted from Jamie Oliver’s 30 Minute Meals. […]