Lunch

Crispy Cheese, Leek & Mushroom Wraps

Simple yet effectively delicious meal, whether you enjoy it for lunch or dinner, this will be something that will please everyone!Serves 4 people. Ingredients2 leeks, roughly chopped500g chestnut mushrooms, roughly choppedsalted butterolive oil¼ tsp white pepper¼ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic granules ¼ tsp salt1 tbsp chilli oil (optional)250g cheddar cheese, grated½ mozzarella ball4 tortillas Method– Add 1 tbsp of … Read More

Feta and Leek Banitsa

Aleksandar Taralezhkov teaches us how to make and amazing filo pie from scratch! This recipe happens to have a vegetarian filling and vegan pastry. You can use pre-bought filo pastry as well. IngredientsFor the Filo Pastry500g plain flour½ tbsp salt 1 ½ tbsp olive oil250ml water For the Filling2 leeks, finely chopped250g butter3 tbsp yoghurt150g feta cheese, crumbled3 eggs For … Read More

Chickpea and Pepper Frittata

This recipe is super quick and easy – a great lunch option for the whole family. Ingredientssunflower/olive/vegetable oil2 red onions, thinly sliced4 curry leaves2 potatoes, pealed and finely chopped1 red bell pepper, finely chopped400g chickpeas, drained and rinsedsalt chilli powderground cumin6 eggs50g grated cheddar cheese50g mozzarella, cubed Method– Place the potatoes in a pan, cover them in water, and bring … Read More

Homemade Turmeric, Cheese and Pesto Quesadillas

Another great fridge-raider lunchtime recipe. You can add whatever leftovers you have – I like to add some roasted vegetable and chicken.Serves 3 people. Ingredients150g plain flour150g chapati flour ½ tsp salt½ tsp turmeric powder1 tbsp sunflower oil200ml water2 balls of mozzarella cheesehandful of cheddar cheese, gratedany leftover roasted vegetables, or chickentomato pesto Method– In a large bowl, mix the … Read More

Garlic Mushroom Cheese Puffs

You asked for it! This mushroom cheese puff is super comforting.Serves 2 people. Ingredients300g chestnut mushrooms, thinly slicedsunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oil1 tbsp salted butter1 brown onion, roughly chopped2 garlic cloves½ tsp salt½ tsp chilli powder1 tbsp double cream1 handful tenderstem broccoli1 pack ready rolled puff pastry2 cheese slices1 egg Method– Add 1 tbsp of oil and salted butter to a hot pan. … Read More

Ultimate Macaroni Cheese

I’m sure a lot of you have made Mac&Cheese before but I can promise you that this one is extra special!Serves 4-6 people. Ingredients300g macaroni3 tbsp butter2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 leek, finely chopped1 tsp dijon mustard3 tbsp plain flour500ml whole milk250g cheddar cheese, gratedpinch of black pepper50g parmesan cheese, grated3 tsp paprikaa small piece of sourdough bread, slightly … Read More

Chana Dal Fry

I love this Chana Dal recipe. It’s creamy, wholesome, and easy to make – perfect for a weeknight family dinner.Serves 4 people. If you have a pressure cooker then you can use this to cook the chana dal in 15 minutes. However, don’t worry if you don’t have one! You can also cook this with a regular pan in 45 … Read More

Sabudana Khichdi

This is my favourite savoury tapioca recipe. So easy to make, you just need to find some tapioca in your local asian supermarket or online. Ingredients200g sabudana/tapioca, washed70g peanutssunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oil1 tsp cumin seeds1 handful of curry leaves2 green chillies2 medium potatoes, roughly chopped1 tsp salt¼ chilli powder1 handful of fresh coriander, roughly choppedjuice of ½ lemon Method– Add the sabudana … Read More

Coriander Paneer Curry

This recipe is super simple and delicious! If you’re not a fan of coriander you can still enjoy this recipe by using spinach instead. Serves 4 people. Ingredients1 medium brown onions, roughly choppedsunflower/vegetable/rapeseed oil3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, roughly chopped200g passata50g fresh coriander leaves, roughly chopped1 dried bay leaf1 cinnamon stick4 cardamon pods2 tbsp natural yoghurt1 … Read More

Gajar Ka Halwa

March is carrot season in India so I decided to make this dish with my mum as she makes the best Gajar Ka Halwa in town! Ingredients500g Carrots, peeled and grated1 litre whole milk3 tbsp sugar1 small handful cashews, roughly chopped1 small handful almonds, roughly chopped3 tbsp ghee Method– Add the carrots and milk to a hot pan. Cook on … Read More