Pesto Pizza
This has to be my favourite pizza – inspired by many trips on holiday with my husband to the Cinque Terre. Best washed down with an iced cold bottle of Birra Moretti!

This has to be my favourite pizza – inspired by many trips on holiday with my husband to the Cinque Terre. Best washed down with an iced cold bottle of Birra Moretti!

The Scotch egg is a picnic favourite – these homemade favourites have been taken to the next level with a layer of fiery chorizo mixed in with the sausage meat that wraps the boiled eggs. Rolled in breadcrumbs and deep-fried till crisp, they also make a delicious starter, party snack or meal with a side salad.

This has to be the ultimate cauliflower cheese, it is rich, cheesy and bursting with flavour. An indulgent and extremely tasty – the perfect accompaniment to a roast.

Tadka Dal is a North Indian dish and is a kind of thick, spicy soup usually served with rice or, my personal favourite, just warm chapatis or naan bread which to scoop it up! A delicious warming, comfort food at any time!

A delicious and rustic French classic! Red wine, brandy, pancetta, shallots, mushrooms and herbs, what a wonderful combination for beef!

If you need some comfort food, this is the recipe for you. These cheese, onion and potato pasties are absolutely delicious. They are great as a snack, or even as a light meal with a nice salad on the side. Make lots as everyone will be wanting more…

A very homely and comforting cottage pie made from Guinness – it makes an extremely tasty supper! Perfect for a chilly evening.

Slow roasted for 8 hours, this tender shredded shoulder of lamb takes shepherd’s pie to a new level – delicious!

Chorizo and Prawns, a match made in heaven – this is comfort food at its best! This is definitely my favourite risotto recipe – a must try!

It is not the most traditional Goulash but is extremely delicious and easy to make!

This sweet & spicy tagine with melt in the mouth tender beef is a wonderful taste combination! It is so quick and easy to prepare before slow cooking in the oven.

I have tried so many different lasagne recipes over the years, and have now perfected the ultimate lasagne recipe! It is not the most traditional but it is very tasty!

A delicious rich, creamy and slowly simmered sauce, which tastes even better the next day – if you can wait that long! It is not the most traditional recipe but it certainly tastes wonderful.

An extremely simple to make beef and ale casserole which is full of flavour! The dumplings make this dish… this is a definite must try!

This meaty monkfish drizzled with herby garlicky butter and served with spicy chorizo risotto makes an absolutely wonderful taste combination. It is full of flavour and bursting with deliciousness!

This is a wonderful comforting and warming dish! Use your favourite varieties of sausages to create this Sausage Casserole and serve with crusty bread – delicious!

My Mum’s favourite – an absolutely delicious brunch and a fantastic alternative to the “classic” Eggs Benedict!

A corned beef hash is a great Sunday brunch – it makes ideal comfort food and it’s so easy to make too! A wonderful store-cupboard-ingredient recipe for a last-minute brunch or lunch.

Bring Greece to your home with this absolutely delicious classic Greek dish!

These have to be the best chicken enchiladas that I have ever tasted! They are quite spicy so if you don’t like a dish to be too hot reduce the amount of chilli powder and chillies. This dish can be prepared in advance and placed in the oven when your guests arrive.

Kick-start your day & metabolism with this absolutely delicious breakfast. Baked eggs, tomatoes, spices, harissa paste and crumbled, creamy & tangy feta cheese all mopped up with crusty bread.

This has to be the best Cannelloni that I have ever tasted – absolutely delicious you have to give it a try!

This has to be one of the best Irish stews, this may not be the most traditional recipe but it is certainly one of the tastiest! Serve with crusty bread or a giant Yorkshire pudding.

The wonderful combination of smoked haddock, salmon, cod and king prawns makes this pie delicious… you can make this fish pie the day before as it tastes even better the next day. Proper comfort food!

The perfect soup for a chilly day, make the day before as it tastes even better the next day!

A truly delicious & flavoursome pie – comfort food at its best! Chicken, smokey bacon and chestnut mushrooms in a creamy Stilton sauce.

There are so many variations of Chilli Con Carne but this has to be one of the BEST! It takes a while to make so pour yourself a glass of red… the wait is most definitely worth it!

This is such a tasty version of macaroni cheese – one of my childhood favourites. Mature Cheddar, Parmesan, Gruyere cheeses, pancetta, cherry tomatoes and garlic & herb breadcrumbs… delicious!

For the ultimate comfort food on a cold night, you can’t beat this tasty, slow-cooked stew! Best served with buttery mash or greens & crusty bread! You can cook this in the slow cooker if you do – reduce the stock and wine by half.

A delicious pie that is packed full of flavour; chicken, chorizo and cider, what a wonderful combination! Perfect for a chilly evening mid-week meal served with seasonal vegetables.

A simple yet delicious, easy to make tender lamb curry made with onions, garlic, ginger, spices, fresh mint and coriander.

This curry is very straight forward to make – it is a delicious, mild & comforting curry!

This is comfort food at its best! This dish is full of flavour, you will make this time after time.

A simple, classic and delicious dish that you will want to make again and again! This is not the most traditional recipe as I have used a good splash of white wine.

A great British favorite – Chicken Tikka Masala! If you love curry you will absolutely adore this dish!

A full flavoured risotto – add your favourite mushrooms and extra chilli flakes for an extra kick! I used Sublime Truffle & Parmesan butter for this recipe and it took it to another level (check details below).

This is a wonderfully creamy Tuscan chicken pasta with sundried tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan and spinach. A delicious comforting pasta dish made in 30 minutes – the perfect mid week meal.

A very simple but highly flavourful quick and easy pasta dish. This Nduja pasta is so delicious and wonderfully creamy – the perfect mid-week treat.

This is a delicious pasta dish is bursting with flavour and can be made in 20 minutes. A perfect mid-week meal!

This creamy peppercorn sauce is absolutely delicious and compliments this steak wonderfully. It is so simple to make with just four ingredients! The Ribeye steak was gifted to me by Swaledale Butchers as part of the Classic Steak Box. The steak is one of the most delicious that I have ever tasted. The meat box arrived fresh not frozen and perfectly chilled. The quality is absolutely outstanding. Check out their website to see their wonderful selection of meats https://swaledale.co.uk/ I …

A delicious spicy, vodka & sausage spaghetti which is quick and easy to make!

This sausage hash is perfect for breakfast, brunch or even supper! It’s a hearty, comforting and an absolutely delicious way to start the day. Definitely a must try! If you are not a fan of hollandaise sauce this works just as well with a fried egg on the top.

A delicious rich and slowly simmered sauce, which tastes even better the next day – if you can wait that long! It isn’t the most traditional recipe but it tastes absolutely delicious.

This sausage & chorizo hash is perfect for breakfast, brunch or even supper! It’s a hearty, comforting and an absolutely delicious way to start the day. Definitely a must try! I made this with a readymade hollandaise sauce and added some chipotle paste – it tasted amazing. Using a readymade sauce saved so much time. If you are not a fan of hollandaise sauce this works just as well with a fried egg on the top.

This spicy sausage and tomato pasta is packed full of flavour. It is a quick and easy to cook, ready in just 30 mins meal. Add more or less chilli flakes depending on how spicy you like it and scatter with Parmesan and basil for a fresh finish.

Chorizo and Prawns, are a match made in heaven – this is comfort food at its best! A different take on risotto that uses orzo in place of arborio rice to make this absolutely delicious Orzotto. The prawns are absolutely amazing and were gifted to me by Bradley’s https://bradleysfish.com/ (they deliver throughout the UK) use the code Victoria-15 at check out for a 15% discount.

This creamy sausage and porcini pasta is a hearty and flavourful dish. The perfect comfort food.

A fresh and flavourful lemon prawn and pea risotto topped with delicious seared scallops. A wonderful seafood risotto! The wonderful King Prawns & Scallops were gifted to me by Bradley’s https://bradleysfish.com/ (they deliver throughout the UK) use the code Victoria-15 at check out for a 15% discount on all orders over £70.

This recipe takes rhubarb crumble to a new level, with stem ginger and oats and crumbled ginger biscuits added to the topping for extra crunch. The perfect warming dessert for a chilly evening!

A hearty & warming dish! A simple and tasty recipe which is full of flavour – one of the best beef goulash’s I have ever tasted!

This is a wonderful dish full of flavour with mouth watering tender beef! It takes 3 hours to cook but is worth every minute.

Comfort food at its best – sausage & mash with a beer and caramelised onion gravy.

A spicy, creamy and silkiest orzotto made with juicy King prawns, Nduja, orzo, spinach, mascarpone and parmesan. Comfort food at its absolute best! The wonderful King Prawns were gifted to me by Bradley’s https://bradleysfish.com/ (they deliver throughout the UK) use the code Victoria-15 at check out for a 15% discount on all orders over £80.

A truly delicious & flavoursome pie – comfort food at its best! A spicy and creamy chicken pie made with chestnut mushrooms, Nduja, cream, white wine, chicken stock and spinach.

This is a wonderfully delicious pie steak, ale and mushroom pie is full of rich flavours – the perfect pie for chilly weather!

Fall-apart tender beef, garlic, lots of black pepper, root vegetables and a whole bottle of red wine slowly cooked until perfection. Best served with creamy mash and crusty bread!

For this recipe I partnered with 1912 Stilton® (my favourite Stilton) to make this wonderfully delicious pie full of rich flavours and pockets of oozing Stilton cheese. The Stilton absolutely makes this recipe. It is the perfect pie for chilly weather and to use up any leftover Stilton from Christmas! This recipe also makes extra gravy to go with the pie to enjoy with buttery mashed potatoes. This artisan Stilton®, is perfected by over 100 years expertise of their …

Tonight I made a delicious pasta dish with sausage, Nduja, mascarpone, and zesty lemon. This delectable comfort food combines the richness of sausage with the fiery kick of Nduja. The creamy mascarpone perfectly balances the boldness of the sausage, creating a velvety and luscious sauce. The hint of lemon provides a refreshing and vibrant twist, cutting through the richness and enhancing the overall flavour. This dish is comforting with an explosion of taste that will satisfy your cravings on a …

A classic soup – superbly warming and satisfying for a wintry day. It is made with caramelised onions, beef stock infused with wine and bouquet garni plus a touch of brandy for added depth. Topped with crusty French bread sprinkled with melted Gruyere cheese – the perfect accompaniment for this rich and hearty soup.

A succulent steak served with a irresistible blue cheese sauce made with Stilton. This quick and easy recipe combines the tender juiciness of the steak with the bold and creamy cheese sauce.

This hearty beef and potato pie is an ideal family meal on a cold evening. Serve with buttery mash and seasonal vegetables or it tastes just as good by itself with a good dollop of your favourite sauce.

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food: crispy Yorkshire pudding enveloping succulent sausages, served with rich onion gravy. Toad in the hole perfection awaits! Serve with creamy mashed potato and seasonal vegetables. Please note: for the recipe pictured I used only 6 sausages so reduced the size of the tin and volume of batter.

A comforting classic taken to a new level! A rich and gooey Cheddar and red Leicester cheese sauce with caramelised onions for a sweet and savoury taste explosion. This is definitely my favourite mac and cheese recipe so far… a cheesy hug in a bowl!

This spicy chorizo and sausage pasta with a creamy harissa sauce is absolutely bursting with flavour – proper comfort food. It is so quick and easy to make and will definitely be a regular recipe in this house.

This is a wonderful comforting and warming dish! It is made with Italian sausages, borlotti & cannellini beans topped with a parmesan & herb breadcrumb topping and served with crusty bread – delicious!

This full English hash is perfect for breakfast, brunch or even supper; it is packed with bacon, sausage, chorizo, tomatoes, crispy potatoes and baked eggs. It’s a hearty, comforting and an absolutely delicious way to start the day. Definitely a must try!

An absolutely scrumptious meatball dish, perfect for any occasion. This dish is best served with spaghetti, crusty bread or your favourite pasta and of course a large glass of red wine!

This is a deliciously comforting jacket potato – a super tasty side or could even be served as a main!

This chorizo hash is a great weekend brunch – it makes ideal comfort food and it’s so easy to make too! A wonderful recipe for a last-minute brunch or lunch.

This recipe is so easy and can be made in less than 30 minutes. Delicious cheesey & creamy Orzo Pasta served with your favourite sausages.

Spicy ‘nduja, sweet caramelised onions and tangy blue cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for an indulgent snack, picnic or party.

This is a delicious one pot sausage & chorizo orzo recipe. It is quick and easy to make, creamy and a wonderfully comforting weeknight dinner.

Indulge in a jacket potato with a bubbling, golden-brown, cheesy Welsh rarebit topping – comfort food at it’s best!

Delicious – what more can I say! Indulge in layers of rich beef ragu, creamy cheesy béchamel, and pasta sheets, all topped with gooey cheese sauce and a sprinkle of parmesan. This lasagne is comfort food at its best!

Creamy macaroni cheese, rich with extra mature cheddar, baked to perfection. It’s topped with a crispy, golden chorizo crumb that adds a smoky, spicy kick. This dish is a delicious twist on a classic comfort food, perfect for any occasion.

Creamy butter beans coated in a deliciously rich sauce of melted Parmesan and cracked black pepper. This is a quick and flavourful dish, perfect as a side or a light main. I served this with lemon & herb roasted chicken thighs and seasonal vegetables but I could have ate the butterbeans alone (all to myself).

A delicious creamy chicken curry made in 30 minutes. This is such a comforting bowl of curry made with a selection of spices, green chillies and coconut. It is so quick and easy to make – it is the perfect mid-week meal.

A rich & hearty cottage pie topped with fluffy potato and a crispy garlic & herb breadcrumb.

A rich and tender coconut beef stew which is explosively flavoursome – it will definitely win you over!

A very simple but very delicious dish to make – pork and cider were made for each other! This dish is best served with a hearty pile of mash!

A rich & hearty pie packed full of flavour. It is very easy to make with pantry ingredients – it brings back memories of childhood. Delicious!

Creamy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy—this roasted cauliflower cheese is loaded with the rich, tangy flavours of Red Leicester, sharp Cheddar, and nutty Gruyère. The perfect comfort food as a side or I could just eat it on its own!

An extremely delicious tomato soup that brings back memories of childhood! You better make lots as you’ll certainly be going back for seconds. The grilled cheese sandwiches compliment the soup perfectly.

This is a wonderfully delicious pie full of rich flavours – the perfect pie for chilly weather! One of the good things about this recipe is that you have extra gravy for serving!

Tender lamb shanks slow-cooked to perfection, served with a creamy mash and a delicious mint infused gravy.

A vibrant, zesty twist on a classic Italian favourite. This creamy risotto is infused with the fresh zing of lemon, a gentle heat from red chilli, and juicy king prawns. Stirred through with baby spinach for added colour and goodness, it’s finished with Parmesan and a hint of chilli crisp for an extra flavour punch. Perfect for a cosy night in or date-night dinner, it’s a dish that feels indulgent yet fresh—and is as easy to cook as it is …

Indulgent, golden and packed with flavour, these Three Cheese, Caramelised Onion & Potato Pasties are the ultimate comfort food. Filled with a delicious blend of mature Cheddar, creamy Gruyère and punchy Stilton, combined with sweet caramelised onions and tender potato, every bite is rich, satisfying and utterly moreish. Whether you’re planning a picnic, prepping for lunchboxes, or simply craving something hearty and homemade, these pasties are guaranteed to hit the spot – warm or cold, they’re irresistible any time of …

This indulgent twist on a classic sausage casserole is pure comfort in a dish. The sausages, smoky bacon lardons, and earthy chestnut mushrooms are simmered in a rich red wine and beef stock sauce, with a touch of redcurrant jelly for sweetness. Topped with creamy Parmesan mash and finished under the grill until golden and bubbling, it’s a hearty, flavour-packed bake that’s perfect for cosy nights in. Serve with seasonal vegetables for a complete family favourite meal. …

A rich and comforting pie filled with tender steak, smoky bacon, and chestnut mushrooms simmered in red wine and herbs. Finished with crumbled Stilton and wrapped in buttery pastry, this recipe even makes extra gravy to serve on the side — perfect for soaking up every bite. Serve with creamy mash and seasonal vegetables for the ultimate cosy meal.

This Cherry & Almond Crumble is a warm, comforting dessert that’s bursting with juicy black cherries and topped with a golden, nutty crumble. The rich cherry filling is gently thickened and sweetened before being crowned with a buttery mix of almonds, oats, and sugar for the perfect crunch. Baked until bubbling and golden, it’s delicious served with cream, ice cream, or custard — the ultimate easy pudding for any occasion.

This Creamy Lemon Orzo with Garlic Butter Prawns is a fresh and flavour-packed meal that’s quick and easy to make. Juicy king prawns cooked in a rich garlic butter and lemon sauce are stirred through silky orzo with crème fraîche, lemon zest, and baby spinach. Light yet indulgent, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-worthy.

This Cottage Pie with a Cheesy Horseradish Mash is comfort food with a kick! The rich beef filling is slow-cooked with red wine, thyme, and a hint of redcurrant jelly for a deep, savoury flavour. Topped with creamy mashed potatoes mixed with mature cheddar and a touch of horseradish, it’s baked until golden and bubbling. A classic family favourite taken to the next level.

This Sausage, Potato, Vegetable & Gravy Traybake is the ultimate easy comfort meal. Juicy sausages roast with herby potatoes, carrots, and onions, all finished with a rich homemade gravy and topped with greens. A hearty one-pan dinner that’s full of flavour and perfect for busy evenings.

This Steak & Ale Pie with Mustard Cheddar Mash is the ultimate comfort food. Tender beef is slow-cooked in brown ale with vegetables and thyme, then topped with creamy mustard and cheddar mash. Baked until golden and bubbling, perfect for cosy evenings or Sunday dinners. This dish brings together everything you love about a traditional pub classic — hearty, cheesy, and wonderfully satisfying.

A timeless British classic, this Chicken, Ham & Leek Pie is the ultimate comfort food. Tender chunks of chicken breast and thickly carved ham are combined with buttery leeks and garlic in a rich, creamy white wine sauce. Encased in layers of golden shortcrust and flaky puff pastry, every bite delivers a perfect balance of savoury flavour and indulgent texture. Ideal for cosy family dinners or Sunday gatherings, this hearty pie is best served straight from the oven with seasonal …

These Spicy Meatballs in a Tomato, White Wine & Chilli Sauce are packed with flavour and a touch of heat. Juicy homemade beef meatballs are simmered in a rich tomato and white wine sauce with garlic, chilli and paprika for a bold, vibrant finish. Perfect served over spaghetti and topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan, this fiery twist on a classic Italian-inspired dish makes an easy yet impressive weeknight dinner.

This Chicken & Chorizo Pie is rich, comforting, and full of flavour. Tender chicken and smoky chorizo are cooked with mushrooms, garlic, and white wine in a creamy sauce, then baked in golden, buttery pastry. A hearty, indulgent dish and a firm family favourite — perfect for cosy nights in.

This Ultimate Chilli Con Carne is rich, smoky, and full of flavour. Tender steak and spicy chorizo are slow-cooked in red wine, tomatoes, and warm spices with a hint of dark chocolate. A hearty, comforting dish and a firm family favourite & crowd pleaser — perfect served with rice and crusty bread.

This Shepherd’s Pie is taken to a whole new level with melt-in-the-mouth lamb shank that’s slow-cooked for 10 hours until it simply falls off the bone. The tender lamb is folded into a rich gravy with onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms, peas and a splash of red wine, creating a deep, comforting flavour that’s worth every minute of cooking time. Topped with buttery, fluffy mashed potato and baked until golden, this luxurious twist on a classic is the ultimate cold-weather comfort …

This Ultra-Creamy Carbonara is a rich and luxurious take on the classic Italian favourite. Made with six silky egg yolks, crisp guanciale and plenty of Pecorino and Parmesan, the sauce becomes velvety, glossy and perfectly coats every strand of spaghetti. There’s no cream needed — just good ingredients and the heat of the pasta creating that irresistible, restaurant-style finish. A quick, comforting dish that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or a simple yet impressive meal.

This Shredded Beef Stew Cottage Pie with Caramelised Vegetables is the ultimate cold-weather comfort dish. Slow-cooked beef is braised in Guinness with garlic, herbs and root veg until it falls apart, then folded with sweet caramelised onions and carrots for incredible depth and richness. Topped with buttery mashed potato and a layer of mature cheddar, it’s baked until golden, bubbling and irresistibly crisp. A hearty, flavour-packed cottage pie that’s perfect for cosy evenings or a satisfying family dinner.

Indulge in this comforting Sticky Toffee Apple with a Granola Crumble Topping — a warm, cosy dessert bursting with caramel-soaked apples and a crunchy, buttery granola crumble. Sweet, spiced, and irresistibly gooey, it’s the perfect quick and easy pudding for autumn nights, Sunday roasts, or anytime you want a touch of indulgence. Serve with ice cream or custard for the ultimate treat.

This comforting Mince with Cheesy Horseradish Dumplings is the perfect hearty dish for chilly evenings. Rich, savoury mince is simmered with vegetables and herbs to create a deeply flavourful base, then topped with soft, fluffy dumplings made with mature cheddar and a hint of horseradish for an irresistible kick. Baked until golden and bubbling, this easy one-pot meal is warming, satisfying, and guaranteed to become a firm family favourite.

This hearty Steak & Ale Pie is filled with tender slow-cooked beef simmered in ale, herbs and rich beef stock. Sweet caramelised onions and crumbled Stilton melt into the gravy, creating a creamy, indulgent filling with incredible depth of flavour. Topped with golden pastry and served with mash and seasonal veg, it’s the perfect comforting winter pie.

This Pork & Bean Casserole is slow-cooked comfort food at its best. Tender, marinated pork is browned and simmered with onions, herbs, tomatoes, red wine and creamy haricot beans to create a rich, deeply flavoured sauce. Finished with a golden, buttery breadcrumb topping and a generous sprinkling of Gruyere, it delivers the perfect balance of savoury, sweet and tangy. Hearty, warming and packed with rustic charm, this casserole is ideal for chilly evenings or a cosy weekend meal. Serve straight …