
Lasagne
A lasagne made with turkey mince and lots of veg, often what needs to be used up in the fridge! I had some fresh parsley that needed using so I put that on the top. Prep all your veg first bar the onion. Chop t ... More »

Kale and Courgette
A great green veg, elevated in taste by the bacon and courgette. Wash the kale well and chop – remove the larger stems. Chop up the courgette into small pieces – diced size. Then put the olive oil into ... More »

Carbonara with Gnochi
This is a firm family favourite and I’m a sucker for anything in a creamy sauce! It’s quick, cheap and delicious. Chop the bacon into small pieces. In a frying pan heat up the oil and place the chopped ... More »

Sicilian Potato Bake
Saw this in a hot counter in a small sandwich place in the city on a quiet Sunday. Interrogated the Sicilian owner as to its composition then tried it at home. A big thumbs up from the family. You will nee ... More »

Bacon and tomato pasta sauce
Prep time 10 mins. This recipe is just brilliant, an Italian woman taught me many years ago and it’s become a weekly staple. She used pancetta, but I now only ever use bacon. A very economical meal served with ... More »