Recipes for food lovers
Stilton, Bacon & Mushroom Quiche is proper comfort food and perfect for everything from packed lunches to lazy weekend lunches. Smoky bacon, chestnut mushrooms and creamy Stilton are baked in a buttery pastry case with rich egg until golden and set. Serve warm with a fresh salad or enjoy cold straight from the fridge – either way it’s absolutely delicious.
A simple yet elegant pasta dish that brings together the perfect combination of land and sea. Sweet, tender scallops are lightly spiced with curry powder and paired with smoky chorizo, garlic and chilli in a rich white wine and butter sauce. Finished with fresh lemon juice and parsley, this quick and flavour-packed spaghetti recipe is perfect for date nights, dinner parties or when you fancy something a little special without spending hours in the kitchen.
This Chorizo & Prawn Orzotto is a vibrant one-pan dish packed with Mediterranean flavours. Smoky chorizo, succulent king prawns and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes are combined with tender orzo pasta, gently cooked in stock until creamy and risotto-like. Infused with saffron and finished with fresh coriander and a knob of butter, this comforting yet light meal is perfect for an easy midweek dinner or relaxed weekend entertaining.
A fresh and flavour-packed twist on a classic fish dish, this baked cod recipe is perfect for an easy yet impressive dinner. Tender cod fillets are topped with a creamy layer of tartare sauce, then finished with a zesty lime, coriander and Gruyère crumb that bakes to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. The combination of flaky fish, rich cheese and bright citrus flavours creates a beautifully balanced dish that feels both light and comforting. Quick to prepare and full …
A rich and flavour-packed Spanish-inspired dish, these juicy beef meatballs are enhanced with piri piri stuffed olives and baked in a deeply savoury Rioja and tomato sauce. The addition of chorizo stuffed olives brings extra depth and warmth, creating a beautifully balanced Mediterranean-style dish. Fragata olives are used here to add bold flavour and authenticity, making this a simple yet impressive meal that’s perfect for both cosy midweek dinners and relaxed weekend cooking. Fragata olives are widely available in UK …
A rich and comforting classic, this slow-cooked beef casserole is packed with deep, savoury flavour. Tender braising steak is gently cooked with onions, carrots, Newcastle Brown Ale, balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce to create a beautifully rich, glossy gravy. The dish is topped with light, fluffy dumplings flavoured with punchy horseradish and creamy Stilton, adding a delicious twist to this traditional favourite. Baked until golden and crisp on top, it’s the ultimate cosy meal, perfect served with steamed green vegetables. …
My Mum’s favourite – an absolutely delicious brunch and a fantastic alternative to the “classic” Eggs Benedict!
This Beef & Blue Cheese Pie is pure comfort in a dish — rich minced beef simmered with caramelised onions, mushrooms, dark ale, and herbs, then finished with cream and melting Stilton for a bold, velvety filling. Wrapped in a crisp shortcrust base and topped with golden puff pastry, it’s a hearty, indulgent pie that’s perfect with chips, mash, greens, or a spoonful of onion gravy. A proper classic with a delicious blue cheese twist.
If you love a proper curry night, this Lamb Steak Tikka Masala is one you’ll absolutely adore. Succulent lamb steaks are marinated for a full 24 hours in garlic, chilli and aromatic spices, ensuring every bite is beautifully tender and packed with flavour. Cooked in one pan with a rich, spiced coconut tikka masala sauce, it’s indulgent enough for a dinner party yet simple enough to enjoy as a cosy winter warmer. Serve with fluffy basmati rice and warm Indian …
These festive cranberry, sage and chestnut sausage rolls are the ultimate Christmas party bake. Made with juicy pork sausagemeat, finely chopped chestnuts and cranberries, and fragrant fresh sage, they’re wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry and finished with a hidden layer of tangy cranberry sauce for extra flavour. Perfect for Christmas entertaining, buffets, or make-ahead freezer bakes, these sausage rolls can be prepped in advance, chilled or frozen, then baked until crisp and irresistible. Serve warm with extra cranberry sauce …
