This extra-spicy, chocolate chunk hot cross buns recipe is perfect for Easter and the dough can be made ahead to save time in the kitchen. Hot cross buns are an Easter institution. Eaten as is, toasted then slathered in butter they are my favorite Easter breakfast. I bake a batch of these spiced, sweet buns…
Easy one-bowl choc chip cookie cups
These easy cookie cups made with choc chip cookie dough are the ultimate treat served with ice cream and chocolate sauce. How to make cookie cups Ingredients needed Flour Baking powder Brown sugar + Granulated sugar Salt Eggs Melted butter Vanilla Chocolate chips / Chocolate chunks The beauty about cookie cups is that any dough…
Easy chicken potato curry
Creamy chicken potato curry is a delicious, simple dinner recipe made with coconut milk, tomatoes and the spices you already have in your kitchen. Ingredients needed (Quantities and method can be found in the recipe card below.) Onion Garlic + Ginger Boneless chicken thighs. I prefer chicken thighs because they stay juicy but any chicken…
White chocolate cranberry hot cross bun wreath
A delicious hot cross bun wreath for Easter with cranberries and white chocolate is the ultimate centerpiece for your Easter table. Hot cross buns are absolutely synonymous with Easter to me. It just won’t be Easter if there isn’t an excess of spiced, squishy hot cross buns eaten with ALL of the butter. I bake…
Quick and Easy Curry Rice
Curry rice is an easy side dish recipe, perfect for serving with your favorite curries. A few pantry staples is all you need for this delicious dish. Ingredients needed Jasmine / Basmati rice Onion Garlic + Ginger Turmeric Curry powder / Garam Masala (either will work) Water / stock Frozen peas (optional) Salt How to…
Classic banana bread
Banana bread is a classic family favorite. Overly ripe bananas contributes to the intense banana-flavor and deliciously moist crumb. It must be nice to be a banana bread. Everybody likes you. Even the people who hate bananas like you And it’s so easy to see why. There are few things as deliciously comforting than eating…
Easy crusty bread
The most delicious crusty bread recipe I have tried. It is easy to make and requires very little effort and delivers a perfectly delicious loaf every time. Before you think “Oh, it can’t be the BEST bread she’s ever had”, let me be clear. I am not exaggerating when I say that the first time…
Roasted cheesy breakfast potatoes
Roasted cheesy breakfast potatoes are the ultimate morning treat served with bacon and eggs and so perfect for feeding a crowd. Potatoes and cheese. Has there ever been a more to-die-for food combination? Because let’s face it, when you take two already-pretty-awesome foods and put them together, you’re bound to be onto a winner, right?…
Creamy Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta
Chicken asparagus pasta with creamy lemon sauce is a delicious dinner recipe the whole family will love, ready in less than 30 minutes. How to make chicken asparagus pasta Cook the chicken: Whenever I make chicken pasta, I prefer cooking the chicken breasts whole. This results in soft and juicy chicken every time. Slicing the chicken…
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
This creamy chicken pot pie soup recipe is a great way to feed a crowd with affordable chicken, frozen vegetables and other pantry staples. How to make chicken pot pie soup Ingredients needed Chicken: I used a whole chicken because I wanted to make stock with the bones once I had shredded the meat. You…
Easy soft and fluffy bread rolls
This easy recipe makes the softest, fluffiest bread rolls and requires only a handful of ingredients. Perfect for burgers, sandwiches or served with soup. Ingredients needed to make bread rolls Flour. These bread rolls are very soft and fluffy so almost any type of flour can be used. Instant yeast. Milk. This is an enriched dough so…
Ingredient substitutions
A list of ingredient substitutions for both baking and cooking to help guide you when you are out of a certain ingredient or need an alternative in a pinch. Notes about substitutions of ingredients These ingredient substitutions are just a general guide. Below are a few more tips for if you’re in a pinch: Flours: Bread…
Mini lemon curd cheesecakes
These adorable mini lemon curd cheesecakes with buttery cookie crust is the perfect dessert and will have your guests asking for more! How to make lemon curd cheesecakes Start with the cookie crust. Use cookies of your choice (Graham crackers/Tennis biscuits if you’re South African/Digestives work very well) and crush then mix with melted butter….
Banana, date and pecan muffins with cinnamon sugar
Easy banana, date and pecan muffins topped with delectable cinnamon sugar are easy to make and are perfect snacks or lunchbox fillers. Ingredients needed Butter Sugar Flour Eggs Dates Baking powder and Baking soda Vanilla Pecan nuts How to make banana pecan muffins Make the batter: Soak the dates in boiling water for a few minutes…
Easy Creamy Tomato Chickpea Curry
This easy chickpea curry is healthy and delicious. Made with only 10 ingredients, most of which are pantry staples, this is the perfect comforting dinner. How to make chickpea curry Ingredients needed Onion Garlic + Ginger. Use fresh or ground/dried if that’s all you have. Garam Masala. Use any curry spice blend you have. Paprika….
Creamy Parmesan Lemon Chicken
Juicy garlic lemon chicken breasts cooked in creamy Parmesan sauce is an easy, delicious dinner recipe perfect served with pasta. How to make creamy lemon chicken Ingredients needed: Olive oil. Chicken breasts. Chicken breasts cook quickly but chicken thighs can also be used. Cooking time will need to be adjusted though. Garlic. Fresh lemon juice. Heavy/whipping…
Easy vegetable taco soup
This easy vegetable taco soup recipe is made with accessible and cost effective pantry staples. Add any vegetables you have for a delicoius, healthy meal. How to make taco soup Ingredients for taco soup This vegetarian soup recipe is easily customizable with whatever you have in the fridge, freezer or pantry. Any vegetables can be…
Pea and feta quinoa salad
Quinoa salad with sweet spring peas, creamy feta and red onion with easy lemon dressing is the perfect recipe to meal prep ahead for fuss-free lunches. It’s also a great side dish for grilled chicken, fish or meat. I love having delicious, easy and wholesome recipes like this vegetarian quinoa salad in the fridge for…
Onion and feta fritters with sweet chilli soy dipping sauce
Crisp and golden onion and feta cheese fritters with sweet and spicy chilli soy dipping sauce. This recipe is perfect for a starter or as a snack. How to make onion fritters This recipe really couldn’t be simpler and is a great way to use pantry staples. If you don’t have feta cheese, feel free…
Easy White Bread
The best easy white bread recipe that delivers soft, fluffy and absolutely delicious bread every time. 5 ingredients and minimal prep are all that’s needed. How to make soft and fluffy white bread Make the dough: Combine warm water with instant yeast and sugar. When you put your finger in the water, it should feel…
The Best Easy Stir Fry Sauce
This stir fry sauce recipe is delicious and so easy to make. A handful of pantry staples along with some fridge essentials. Quick and easy dinner, sorted! How to make stir fry sauce Ingredients needed: Soy sauce. Tamari or Coconut Aminos can be substituted. Rice vinegar. White wine vinegar, distilled vinegar and lemon juice can be…