ARANCINI EGGS
This is a cross between Italian arancini (fried rice ball) and a meat-free version of the British Scotch egg, and came about when I had some leftover cooked risotto…
Salt-cured carrot lox on rye
Who would have thought that carrots baked in a salt crust and then marinated would bear a resemblance to smoked salmon? Now, liquid smoke may sound a bit ‘Heston’,…
Tomato tarts with preserved lemon relish
Super-easy and super-looking! Tomatoes are at their flavoursome best now, especially those allowed to ripen on the vine before picking. To keep things simple,…
Char-grilled courgettes on garlic toast with parsley relish
Char-grilling on a griddle/grill pan or barbecue does amazing things to veg, particularly summer courgettes/zucchini, peppers, aubergines/eggplants, onions and…
Shiitake, miso & smoked tofu ramen
Dried mushrooms are a true asset in the vegetarian kitchen – a handful goes a long way in the flavour stakes, and they also keep for months. I buy large bags…
Green lentil, red leaf & beetroot with hazelnuts
When buying raspberry vinegar opt for quality, if you can. The best ones are slightly syrupy in texture with a fragrant natural hint of raspberries that just lifts…
Slow-cooked onions with nut stuffing
Slow cooking does wonderful things to onions, turning them sweet, succulent and mellow. Onions have anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting and anti-carcinogenic properties…
MEXICAN PANZANELLA
This takes many of the features of the classic Tuscan panzanella salad and adapts them by adding a chipotle-infused dressing, red kidney beans and plenty of fresh…
OSSAU IRATY, ROAST ASPARAGUS & CROUTON SALAD
Ossau iraty is a French semi-hard sheep’s cheese with a nutty taste and creamy texture that complements the earthy beetroot. Use Parmesan, Gruyere or Emmental,…
STUFFED TOMATOES WITH CRUSHED BEANS, MOZZARELLA & CHIMICHURRI
Chimichurri is an Argentinian herb and garlic sauce—somewhat like pesto with an edge. It adds a simple, vibrant bit of oomph to a dish. Burrata, often referred…
CAULIFLOWER COUSCOUS WITH POMEGRANATE
Cauliflower, when grated into fine grains, makes a surprisingly good and nutritious alternative to couscous, and is both low-carb and gluten-free. Pomegranate…
SPEEDY PAN PIZZAS
When asked what their favourite food is, most kids will say pizza. Shop-bought pizzas often don’t come up to scratch health-wise, but making your own using a…
SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD WITH HERB MAYO
Make the most of summer vegetables when in season with this pretty, vibrant side salad. The herb-infused homemade mayonnaise adds the final flourish! It’s delicious…
ROAST VEGGIE TART
A pack of puff pastry always makes a useful standby and can be transformed into all sorts of sweet and savoury goodies. For instance, impress friends and family…
TAGLIATELLE WITH ASPARAGUS & WILD GARLIC PESTO
Homemade pesto takes a matter of minutes and is fresher and cheaper than shop bought, especially with foraged ingredients. Pesto can be so much more than the classic…
RAMEN WITH PINK EGGS
I haven’t met a child who doesn’t like noodles and the beauty of ramen is its versatility, so as long the noodles and broth are at the heart of the dish, you…