Lamb meatball (kefta) tagine in a fantastic Moroccan influenced spicy tomato sauce with cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander and a little honey.
Recipes that take between 45 and 60 minutes
Roast quail is the perfect date night meal, it looks fancy but is easy to make, here it is spatchcocked & served with a marsala & grape sauce.
Chicken souvlaki skewers, classic Greek kebabs marinated in olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, thyme & oregano before being quickly cooked.
Devilled chicken thighs in a spiced gravy inspired by an old Mrs Beeton recipe that uses Worcestershire Sauce, brandy and English mustard.
Chicken banh mi are Vietnamese sandwiches, my version combines perfectly cooked seasoned thighs with pickles, pate and sriracha mayonnaise.
Chicken and chorizo jambalaya is my take on a comforting Cajun classic, smoked sausage and the spice & herb mix are the stars of this dish.
Corned beef, potato & onion pasty, the ultimate store cupboard dinner, these pies are made from stuff I always have at home and I love them!
Normandy style chicken legs in a silky rich sauce loaded with apples, bacon, mustard and cider, it's finished with crème fraiche and tarragon.
Braised white chicory (aka Belgian endive) is a delicious recipe that begins with a quick caramelisation in butter before being slowly cooked.
Halloumi cheese wraps with North African influences featuring roasted peppers and a delicious, easy harissa paste, honey & yoghurt sauce.
Vegetarian paella may seem odd, but it lends itself perfectly to being a vegetable-based dinner, my version features artichokes and fennel.
Pea, asparagus and broad bean risotto is the perfect spring dish that features a lovely hint of lemon and plenty of parmesan cheese.
Baked halloumi cheese and brown rice stuffed peppers get a punch of flavour and a bit of chilli heat thanks to Tunisian rose harissa paste.
Chickpea chilli con (sans) carne with kidney beans is a gloriously dark, rich and spicy vegan meal that is the perfect winter warmer.
Chickpea tagine with courgettes, preserved lemons & Moroccan harissa paste is a perfect vegetarian dish that works well as a main or side.
Black pudding stuffed chicken breast or chicken Braemar served with an incredibly easy and delicious mustard, cream and chive sauce.
Spanish chicken and chorizo tray bake is a delicious meal, all you do is chop some veggies, add some chicken and throw it all in the oven.
Brassói aprópecsenye is a wonderfully comforting Hungarian dish that combines crispy potatoes with pork tenderloin, bacon and lots of garlic.
Malai kofta is a glorious vegetarian dish from the north of India featuring fried balls of potato and paneer in a spicy tomato based gravy.
Shahi paneer is a rich and indulgent but mild curry recipe that features Indian cheese poached in a silky smooth yoghurt and cream sauce.