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Ahem. Is it bad that my brain works in that way? I do love raspberries all on their own, but have you ever tried filling them with Nutella? and then as if that isn’t enough, how about encasing that raspberry in a little chocolate sponge? hmmmm it’s hard to go back to that bare raspberry when you’re faced with a tray of these mini cakes. Fortunately they’re nice and small, so they make a fab afternoon snack when I’m starting to think about getting back on track after the holiday indulgence....

This recipe was created in collaboration with Num Noms as part of their #NumNomsCrazyCreations campaign. S’mores baked doughnuts are totally dangerous. A little nibble every time someone walks past the box in the kitchen, and twelve can be gone in less than 24 hours. That might be ok for a family of six, but there are only four of us! When Num Noms asked me to create a recipe based on their new Series 3 characters, I honed in on the doughnut and marshmallow straight away....

Can you only make a risotto using stock? Nope! This sauce base for this Creamy Tomato Risotto (my new favourite btw) is mostly made up of tinned tomatoes. Every bite of that tender rice is infused with rich tomato-iness, all finished off at the end with cream, parmesan and black pepper. And then of course we’re topping it off with crispy garlic crumbs - because you know how much I love my toppings (hello recipes with a million toppings such as my Spicy Parsnip and Sweet Potato Soup, upgraded Avocado and Eggs on Toast and Veggie Mexican Tortilla Pan)....

Jump to:📋 What do we need? 🔪 How to make Crispy Shredded Chilli Beef 🍲 More fantastic Asian-inspired recipes Crispy Chilli Beef 💬 Reviews This is one of my go-to dishes. Whenever I ask Chris what he fancies for tea, you can pretty much guarantee that he’ll pipe up ‘Crispy Chilli Beef!’. It’s actually my favourite meal from the Chinese takeaway too. We always order a portion, but it can be a bit hit-and-miss....

This post was written in collaboration with The Saucy Fish Co. I realised this morning with horror that the kids are back at school next week! Where have the summer holidays gone? I imagined long sunny days, with the kids playing in our close and garden. Both of them constantly asking me for ice pops to cool off after bike rides, football and playing spies on secret missions (one of Lewis’ favourite games)....

Believe it or not, Panda Express hasn’t really made it over to the UK, but I’ve paid the place a fair few visits on holidays to the US, and love their Kung Pao chicken. My version involves making a marinade – a third of which is used to marinade the chicken. The remaining two-thirds is added at the end along with the vegetables and reduced down to get a thick sauce with loads of flavour....

I’m not kidding when I tell you I almost drink this stuff straight from the ladle. Getting it to the jam stage takes some serious self control! I made this last year and had to make it again this year. In fact it was the very first recipe I put on the blog back in January. Unfortunately that was a little late for Xmas, so I thought i’d repost and add a photo....

There’s something about one-pot meals that just feels so liberating! Adding ingredients in, watching the meal develop, and then (usually) serving it up, right from the pan. Apart from this one-pan breakfast, here a few of my favourites: One Pan Spaghetti and Meatballs - The kids love meatballs so much, and this recipe makes it easy. One Pot Garlic Chicken Pasta - We had this again on Wednesday night, a family favourite....

I love pork chops, there’s just something so old-school and comforting about them. Every Nanna everywhere has a pork chop recipe, I’m sure of it!I think think they’re making a bit of a comeback - retro cool - like black forest gateaux and prawn cocktail, and I’m here for it.This is my favourite way to cook them. Melt in the mouth crispy edges and full on creamy, mustardy and indulgent sauce, what’s not to love?...

Eyeballs rolling into the back of your head good.That’s how I’d describe this recipe. I usually prefer a saucy dish (ooh er!) when I’m making Chinese food, but this one is so moreish that I can never say no when it’s on the menu.That usually means I order a saucy dish (like sweet and sour chicken or beef and broccoli) and then a salt and pepper chicken ‘for the table’....

If I were to ask you “When is the perfect time to eat lamb?” What would you say? Easter? I know that’s what I’d have said up until recently. But then I discovered that lamb - or more specifically Welsh Lamb (which is the best - and I’ll tell you why in a minute) is actually at it’s absolute best from the beginning of August through to November. I know right?...

Sometimes side dishes completely steal the show, and this is one of those times! Thin slices of potato, butternut squash and onion, piled up with garlicky, creamy-cheese sauce and finished off with even more cheese and crispy bacon. Sooo good! But is it actually a gratin? Or is it a dauphinoise? I think it’s actually a dauphinoise - since it’s cooked in cream with a hint of garlic. Although some sources say gratin has a breadcrumb or cheese topping....

A good curry and movie (or game night) at the weekend is one of our favourite ways to spend time together as a family. I love to make curry night that little bit more special, by serving it up with poppadoms or chapatis, and a simple side dish or two - like this tomato, onion and coriander salad and some creamy raita. It takes 5 minutes to throw together, and you can even make it an hour or two ahead, so you can grab it out of the fridge when you’re ready to serve everything up....

What comes to mind when you think of Tuscan food? For me it’s Mediterranean style ingredients, grown under bright sunshine like tomatoes, olives and peppers. Lush dark green leaves, heart-healthy beans and pulses. A cuisine that makes the most of vegetables, but can also include simply prepared meats and tangy or creamy, indulgent cheeses. I’m suddenly feeling the need to go on holiday!!! Unfortunately we haven’t got any holidays abroad planned any time soon, so I’ll have to prepare some of those Tuscan flavours at home....

The first speedy recipe in my series of four sprout side dishes - perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas and whenever I spot sprouts at the shop! The sprouts are simply roasted with a little butter, then topped with cream and lots of cheese and baked again until browned and bubbling. No need to get a pan dirty whisking up white sauce! Serving Suggestions Make your Christmas Dinner a special one: Stay updated with new recipes!...

This post is written in collaboration with the Breville, using the Blend Active Accessory pack. I promised another warm smoothie, and here it is! Warm and comforting - it’s like having a thick and filling hot chocolate, but without all the added sugar! Plus you can drink it for breakfast. Yes, I’m legitimately having chocolate for breakfast - because it’s mixed with oats, chia seeds and maca powder. That stuff definitely negates the chocolate....

The first time I had Bao (in the form of Gua Bao - or Pork Belly Bao) at a restaurant, made me totally fall in love with them. Soft, fluffy and stuffed full of all my favourite things. I make them pretty often now, as a weekend treat, and the kids love to take in leftover bao for their packed lunches at school. I think they like having something a little unusual instead of boring old bread for sandwiches....

Jump to:📋 What do we need? 🔪 How to make this Chinese Beef and Broccoli 🍽️ What to serve it with 📺 Watch how to make it 🍲 More fantastic Stir Fry recipes Beef and Broccoli 💬 Reviews Gotta love a quick dinner that basically tastes like a tasty takeaway! This recipe uses a reasonably inexpensive cut of beef, sliced extra thinly - so it’s nice and tender. It’s fried quickly before being smothered in a delicious Chinese-style savoury sauce along with lots of crunchy broccoli....

Are you a soup or a sandwich person? Or maybe you’re a soup AND a sandwich person. Yeah, that’s me. Soup just doesn’t seem filling enough without something bready to dip in. Not this Creamy Chicken and Tortellini Soup though! The addition of some fresh, cured ham & cheese tortellini makes it a real belly-filler. My kids still managed to fit in a bit of bread though. I think they need the extra energy with all of the Nerf wars they’ve been having since Christmas....

Jump to: 🔪 How to make this garlic naan A note on yeast 🍽️ What to serve these naan breads with 🍲 More fantastic Indian side dish recipes Garlic Naan Bread 💬 Reviews I can’t tell you how excited I was when I cracked this recipe. Getting that perfect fluffy-yet-chewy finish, the taste that makes your eyeballs roll back into your head. Yes, I had that moment. It’s the recipe that will make any curry awesome....