RECIPES FOR A CROWD

Apple and Smoked Salmon Rolls

Apples are an excellent way to remove hunger pangs and are a wise choice to help avoid snacking on fatty foods between meals

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham

Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham can be served either as an easy appetizer or as an accompaniment to a main course. Either way, the taste is addictive.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Baked Sliced Potatoes

Baked Sliced Potatoes is an easy way to present potatoes with the minimum of fuss.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Beefy Russian Cabbage Soup

Perfect for those days when there is a fire roaring, snow is falling outside, and all you can do is cuddle up with a good book and a bowl of soup!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 4 Hours
Boeuf à la Bourguignone

Originally a peasant dish and very much a favourite among those slowly cooked dishes that are traditionally the domain of French housewives

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Thirty-Minute Turkey Chilli

An easy and quick way to make an inexpensive chilli that tastes divine and will freeze well for future occasions when you need to produce a quick meal

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Turkey Stuffed with Chestnut & Apple

I love turkey and I love chestnuts, so you can imagine that Turkey with Chestnut & Apple Stuffing is amongst my favourites.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours 45 Minutes
Cassoulet

Cassoulet is a rich, slow-cooked bean stew or casserole of peasant origins from the south of France. Typically, it contains pork sausages & pork loin.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Champ

Champ is an Irish dish, made by combining mashed potatoes and chopped spring onions (scallions) with butter and milk.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Cheese And Onion Pie

Cheese And Onion Pie is a versatile little beast, being handy for a snack, a starter, a summer lunch or a full meal.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Cheese Toad in the Hole

Cheese Toad in the Hole is a simple variation on a basic Toad in the Hole with the addition of cheese and the substitution of chipolatas for sausages

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Cheesy Mushroom and Broccoli Casserole

Cheesy Mushroom and Broccoli Casserole is one of those lunchtime delights that leave you diving for a second helping.

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Chestnut Soup with Migas

Chestnut Soup with Migas is a posh way of saying Chestnut Soup with Crunchy Bread Crumbs! I love chestnuts - equally as good in summer as in winter.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Chicken and Pea Risotto

Chicken and Pea Risotto is a light and summery risotto recipe that can be rustled up in no time.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Chicken Biryani

Biryani is a set of rice-based foods made with spices, rice (usually basmati) and meat, fish, eggs or vegetables.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Chicken Ham and Vegetable Soup

Chicken and Ham Soup is one of my favourites and makes use of a chicken carcass (and any bits of meat still left), so great for economy too!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Chicken Korma

Chicken Korma is a beautifully tasty, mild and creamy Indian dish originating from South or Central Asia

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Chicken Pot Pie

An old fashioned, traditional Chicken Pot Pie, made from a whole chicken, freshly cut vegetables, and a flaky homemade crust.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Chicken Satay

This recipe for Chicken Satay is intended as a main dish. Another recipe will show how you can do this as a starter or as part of an aperitif

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chicken Sukka

Even though Chicken Sukka means "dry chicken", it is actually a creamy chicken recipe with delicious spices and flavours from South India.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chicken with Garlic Cloves

You will no doubt be surprised to see that 25 cloves of garlic (about 4 complete heads of garlic) are used for Chicken with Garlic Cloves.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 35 Minutes
Streetwise Spicy Beef Pasty

Lots of "Street Cred" for these delicious Streetwise Spicy Beef Pasties. With a hint of spicy paprika, chilli pepper and curried egg wash.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Stuffed Shoulder of Lamb

I ran out of compliments when first I tasted Stuffed Shoulder of Lambat a friend's house just outside Paris. This is really delicious.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Stuffed Tomatoes

Tomatoes are extremely versatile creatures. They can be eaten hot or cold, on their own or as an accompaniment to other dishes.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Chili with Rice

Whilst I eat my chili very hot, this recipe is for a medium strength chili which you can adjust as necessary with more or less chili powder.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chocolate and Nut Snaps

Chocolate and Nut Snaps is a mouth-watering sweet treat of melted chocolate and toasted nuts - topped off with a sprinkling of sea salt.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate Mousse is one of those "luxury" desserts that are very simple to make, as long as you take your time.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Chocolate-coated Banana Pops

Chocolate-coated Banana Pops are not just for kids birthday parties - they're great snacks for all times of day and night!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Christmas Cake - Rich Fruit Cake

No Christmas would be complete without Christmas Cake (or Rich Fruit Cake). With that delicious taste and fragrance of plump dried fruit

Preparation: 45 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Citrus Parfait

Citrus Parfait is one of our favourite desserts for three very good reasons... (1) it's dead easy to make (2) it tastes great (3) our guests love it!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Cold Peking Pork

Cold Peking Pork is one of those delightful recipes that should be made the day before, and thus makes menu-planning easier.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Coq au Vin de Bourgogne (Chicken in Red Wine)

I've seen lots of different 'versions' of Coq au Vin de Bourgogne and most of them should have been ashamed to call themselves by that name!

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Corned Beef Hash

Simple Corned Beef Hash is not the quickest method of cooking corned beef hash, but it's almost impossible to get it wrong, and it tastes very good!

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Cottage Pie

The Brits have a national fascination with minced meat pies and, when they combined it with mashed potatoes, the Cottage Pie was born.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Country Beef Stew

One of the original English recipes for stew is the filling "Brown" Stew that has more recently been termed a Country Beef Stew.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Courgettes Provençale (Zucchini Provençale)

The 'Provençale' style of cooking (which includes tomato, onion, garlic and oil) originated in southern France and has a very distinct flavour.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Summer Lamb Pitta Pockets

Summer Lamb Pitta Pockets are great at barbeque time or just as an easy midweek dinner to eat outdoors. Quick, light and full of flavour - delicious!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Sweet And Sour Pork Mini-Rolls

Sweet And Sour Pork Mini-Rolls are great for barbeques, buffet lunches or just for fun with a family in the house. You'll need small slider rolls.

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Sweet Onion and Potato Gratin

What can I say? ... Sweet Onion and Potato Gratin - the comfort food of the gods. Perfect dish to accompany just about any grilled meat.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Sweet Potato Bhajis

If you are an affectionado of Indian food, you will already be well aware of onion bhajis, but have you come across Sweet Potato Bhajis?

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Sweetcorn Fritters

These simple Sweetcorn Fritters make a hearty brunch, supper or snack with some crisp bacon, tomato ketchup and thick cut buttered bread.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Creamed Potatoes (Mashed Potatoes)

Nothing like the old classics to get the mouth watering! Whether you call them mashed potatoes or creamed potatoes makes no difference.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Creamy Chicken Soup

Creamy Chicken Soup answers the question of how to make good use of a whole chicken when only part of it has been used during a meal.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup

Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup is one of those lovely versatile recipes that's easy and quick to make and works equally as well for any occasion.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 12 Minutes
Creamy Hotpot

A traditional hotpot is a complete mixture of meat and vegetables that is cooked for many hours. Here, however, is a quicker and simpler way.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Creamy Potato Bake

Creamy Potato Bake is a marvellous way to serve really soft and creamy potato slices.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Crisp Potato Cakes with Goats Cheese and Caviar

Crisp Potato Cakes with Goats Cheese and Caviar is, in fact, a rather novel form of savoury "finger food" (petit four salé).

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Crispy Bacon Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Bacon Smashed Potatoes has about the simplest ingredient list on this site! Perfect for parties or simply served with Sunday lunch.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Cucumber Surprise

Cucumber Surprise will, indeed, surprise you. It's perfect for a starter course at a main meal, or as a light meal or snack on it's own.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Cullen Skink (Haddock, Potato & Leek Soup)

Cullen Skink is a thick soup originating in the town of Cullen in Moray, on the north-east coast of Scotland. Smokier and more assertive than chowder

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Cumberland and Gorgonzola Toad in the Hole

Cumberland and Gorgonzola Toad in the Hole ups the standards from normal Toad in the Hole! A great variation from the normal meal.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Daube Provençale

If ever there was an underrated "stew", Daube Provençale is it! Daube is tender and carries the exquisite taste and aromas of the Mediterranean

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours
Devilled Eggs

Devilled Eggs make a great appetizer and a perfect party dish. So quick and simple to make, and loved by young and old alike.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Duck Pâté (Pâté de Canard)

Whether for a party, a picnic or a great snack or starter this firm pâté keeps well in the fridge for several days and is hard to resist.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Easy BarBeQue Steaks

The smoke, the sizzle, the aromas, the BBQ - yeah - it's time for Easy BarBeQue Steaks - where real steak lovers get what they dream of.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Easy Oven Pasta

Easy Oven Pasta is, as you might imagine, really easy. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare and then you can throw it in the oven and forget about it.

Preparation: 7 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Easybake Scones

The Scone is a small British quick bread of Scottish origin. It's not just popular in the United Kingdom, it's also been 'adopted' by other countries.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Egg Biryani

Egg Biryani is one of the many Biryani dishes, traditional in northern India. Though the roots of Biryani dishes date back to 16th century Persi

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Egg Curry

This recipe for Egg Curry> is a classic recipe of an authentic Indian curry - which often bear little resemblance to the more Westernized alternatives

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Egg Mayo in the Shell

Egg Mayo in the Shell is great for barbeques, snacks, or as a starter when you are entertaining. Presented as it is, it is irresistible to everyone.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 8 Minutes
Tandoori Chicken

The name Tandoori Chicken is derived from chicken baked in a clay oven named a "Tandoor". This oven originated in the northern Indian state of Punjab

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad

Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad is perfect for a summer day either with a salad or at a barbeque. With just a touch of sharpness.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Tapenade

Tapenade is a Provençal dish from France consisting of puréed or finely chopped olives, capers, anchovies, olive oil and, in this recipe, some brandy

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Tartiflette

Tartiflette is one of those traditional French peasant dishes that stands out for taste and simplicity. The taste comes mostly from the Reblochon

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Farmer's Breakfast Casserole

Farmer's Breakfast Casserole is an easy, crowd-pleaser of a breakfast (or brunch). It's versatile enough that you can play around with the quantities.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Fruity Beef Curry with Rice

Curry is one of those dishes that can be made in larger quantities, since it freezes well and can quickly be reheated in a pan or microwave.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Gammon Hash

Tasty and filling, Gammon Hash is a great way to start the day and is much appreciated by adults and children alike.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
German-style Potato Salad

German-style Potato Salad, as you may well guess, is made in the fashion that is very popular and much used in Germany. It is delicious - try it!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Ghee Rice

Ghee Rice is one of the famous Malabar dishes often made in Indian homes specially for the kids - & they love it. Flavoured rice is always a favourite

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Golden Oven Potatoes

Golden Oven Potatoes is an alternative method of cooking potatoes that requires only minimal preparation and where the potatoes look after themselves.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Graham's Goulash

Graham's Goulash is so called because a normal goulash takes ages to cook, but sometimes we find we can cut corners and speed up the process!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 35 Minutes
Graham's Meatloaf

Meatloaf is a classic of American home cooking. Graham's Meatloafis a classic of 'Graham's' home cooking, adding a few little twists of my own.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Grilled Sausages

Never underestimate a good sausage! If you have a reliable butcher, try all his different sausages and stick with the ones that give you most pleasure

Preparation: 1 Minute
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Guinness and Honey Glazed Pork Loin

Guinness & Honey Glazed Pork Loin is so tasty and easy to carve, I'm surprised I don't make it every weekend! Truly, it's a masterpiece of simplicity.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Guinness Beef Stew

Guinness Beef Stew is one of those strange culinary mixtures that works. The malty flavour of the Guinness adds depth to the meat.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Tasty Vegetable Gratin

Tasty Vegetable Gratin is a dish you can eat on its own or with a roast or grilled meat or fish. It's easy to make, and looks (and tastes) spectacular

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Thanksgiving Turkey

For North Americans, Thanksgiving is one of the year's milestones, and Thanksgiving wouldn't be Thanksgiving without the Thanksgiving Turkey.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 4 Hours
Three Cheese Macaroni

Three Cheese Macaroni is a lovely variation that uses the exquisite flavour of English Stilton Cheese to really give this dish a bite.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Ham & Swiss Cheese Garlic-Enhanced Sandwich

Ham & Swiss Cheese Garlic-Enhanced Sandwich is one of the finest "snacks with attitude" you can get! The garlic isn't at all overpowering.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Ham and Leek Bake

Ham and Leek Bake is great for a simple lunch or late supper. If you want to turn it into a more substantial meal, allow two leeks per person.

Preparation: 1 Minute
Cooking: 12 Minutes
Ham and Pea Soup

Ham and Pea Soup is one of my favourites, particularly on a cold day. This is a good way to use leftover ham, quite inexpensive, and very tasty.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Ham, Pea and Mint Pasties

Ham, Pea and Mint Pasties are an unusual homemade springtime treat that make a great variation on the traditional Cornish Pasties.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Hara Chicken (Green Chicken)

Hara Chicken (Green Chicken) is a chicken curry that derives its name from its colour, which it gets from the liberal use of coriander and mint leaves

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Hasselback Potatoes

Hasselback Potatoes are rather like sautéed potatoes, but the potatoes are served 'whole' yet look wonderful as they fan out on your table.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Hasselback Potatoes with Bacon

Hasselback Potatoes with Bacon are rather like sautéed potatoes, but the potatoes are served 'whole' and cut to create a "fan" effect

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Honey and Marmalade-glazed Gammon

This stunning Honey and Marmalade-glazed Gammon, glazed with fruity marmalade and sticky honey is great for feeding a crowd and ideal for entertaining

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 4 Hours
Horseradish Mash

Horseradish Mash is a new twist on an old classic, and there's nothing like the old classics to get the mouth watering. Particularly good with beef.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Hot Bacon and Egg Sandwich

Look, I know it's messy and it's really lowering the tone of the web site, but your kids will really thank you for making Hot Bacon and Egg Sandwiches

Preparation: 1 Minute
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani

Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani is one of the most popular dishes in India. Chefs who can cook a good Kachi Biryani are considered to be very accomplished

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Italian Style Burger

Italian Style Burgers make a great alternative to a standard burger. The addition of Pecorino Romano to the burger mix makes a huge difference.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Kaikari Vegetable Stew

Kaikari Vegetable Stew comes from the southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. This dish is a very traditional made in most south Indian festivals.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Kansas Dry Rub Ribs

Kansas Dry Rub Ribs are my answer to ribs that are either life-threateningly under-cooked or burned to charcoal - or just plain uninspiring!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours
Kashi Halwa

Kashi Halwa (which is also known as Pumpkin Halva), is the most scrumptious halwa which will melt the second you put it in your mouth.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Kedgeree

The best of British meets Indian spice - Kedgeree is the celebrated combination of fish, rice and egg that actually works for me at any time of day!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Khichadi

Khichadi in Hindi (the Indian national language) literally translates as "a mixture of everything". There are different versions right across India.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Kidney Beans Curry (Rajma Curry)

Kidney Beans Curry (Rajma Curry) is an unusual curry, having red kidney beans as the main ingredient (Rajma is the Indian name for Kidney Beans).

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Toad in the Hole

Toad in the Hole is a simple variation on a basic Yorkshire Pudding, where the meat is included with the pudding. It's a great treat on a cold day.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

The mix of tomato and Mozzarella makes a delicious salad accompaniment or can be served on its own as a fresh summer starter course.

Preparation: 7 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Tomato, Basil and Almond Pasta

Tomato, Basil and Almond Pasta celebrates the tastes of Sicily. This delicious vegetarian summer pasta can be served warm or at room temperature.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Tomato Rice

Of South Indian origin, tangy Tomato Rice makes a great one-dish meal, particularly when served with poppadums. It is a simple to prepare too.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Tuna and Sweetcorn Flan

Tuna is as excellent in a flan (an open pie) as it is in a salad. Don't be afraid of the idea of making a little pastry; it is, in fact, much easier t

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Turkey, Cheese and Bacon Roulades

Turkey, Cheese and Bacon Roulades start with a thin turkey breast cutlet, to which layers of Provolone (or similar) cheese and ham are added.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Lamb Biryani

Lamb Biryani has many variants in India. Most of them are rich in flavours since the meat (particularly when using mutton) takes a long time to cook.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Lamb Chops

This is basic cuisine with extraordinary results. It doesn't have to be complicated to be tasty. Lamb chops are equally good whether grilled or fried.

Preparation: 2 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Lamb Kleftiko with Greek Salad

If I suggested that you seal a leg of lamb in a parcel then roast it long and slow with garlic, lemon and herbs, and potatoes, what would you think?

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 5 Hours 20 Minutes
Lamb Meatloaf

Easy meatloaf recipes are perfect for a relaxing American-style feast. This recipe for Lamb Meatloaf is one of my favourites

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Lamb Navarin

Lamb Navarin is a perfect example of how, using slow cooking over a long period of time, a cheaper cut of meat becomes beautifully tender

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Lamb with Quince

Lamb with Quince is truly tasty dish originating in North Africa but now a firm favourite in Southern France and other Mediterranean countries.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Leek and Potato Soup

Leek and Potato Soup is unpretentious but easy to make and always welcome on a cold winter's day.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Leek Flan

Leek Flan is a great way to enjoy leeks and makes a delicious meal with a baked potato. Perfect comfort food

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Lemon Chicken Portions

This very simple recipe produces a delightfully light and tangy chicken when you want something just a little different.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Lemon Sevai

Lemon Sevai comes from the Tamil word 'Sevai' meaning Rice Vermicelli or rice noodles. This recipe is very easy to make and easy to digest.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Lemon Rice

Lemon Rice is a typical south Indian dish with lots of nuts and colour - one you can easily put together in a hurry, or even make using leftover rice.

Preparation: 40 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Macaroni and Cauliflower Cheese

Macaroni and Cauliflower Cheese is the ultimate 'comfort' food, but is also ideal when cooking for a family since it provides the kids with vegetables

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Macaroni Cheese

Macaroni Cheese is definitely one of my favourites and is really very easy to make. No need to serve anything with it... just on its own is fine!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Maki Sushi

Maki Sushi is a generic term used to describe any type of rolled sushi. These consist of a layer of sushi rice filled with a variety of ingredients.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Mango Smoothie

Here's a nice, simple way to make a Mango Smoothie with just a few ingredients. It's great for kids, but I've seen the adults knock it back, too!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Manx Fisherman's Pie

Manx Fisherman's Pie always does the business for me. It's light and creamy and really brings the taste of the sea and rivers into my dining room.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Manx-style Breakfast Sausage

Manx-style Breakfast Sausage is only for those who can handle a PROPER breakfast - a man-size breakfast that would even challenge a lumberjack!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Marinated Carrot Salad

Marinated Carrot Salad takes a few minutes to prepare and is perfect if you want something a bit different to add to your salads.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Marinated Lamb Kebabs

Whether barbequed or grilled (broiled), if the marinade is made the day before, the preparation and cooking of Lamb Kebabs is quick and easy.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Marita's Beef Stew and Herb Dumplings

Marita's Beef Stew and Herb Dumplings is so called because my ex-wife, Marita, frequently used to make it for myself and the kids. Ah, fond memories!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Marshmallow Brownies

Chunks of marshmallow make these Marshmallow Brownies addictively good. Bake up a batch for Halloween or Bonfire Night.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Masala Dosa

Masala Dosa is an all time favourite South Indian breakfast. Rice batter with filling of spicy mashed potatoes served with sweet and spicy chutney

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Mash with Attitude

Mash with Attitude is just what it says, a creamy potato mash with flecks of carrot, topped with crisp bacon that gives it a somewhat theatrical pose.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Veal Marengo

Veal Marengo, according to a popular myth, was first made after Napoleon defeated the Austrian army at the Battle of Marengo, south of Turin.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Vegetable Upma

Vegetable Upma is one of the easiest and quickest snacks prepared in Indian homes. It can be used as a breakfast or as an evening snack.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Vegetarian Scotch Egg

The Vegetarian Scotch Egg is a great cold addition to a buffet, with a salad, in a picnic, as a snack or hot with French Fries.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Vermicelli Upma

Vermicelli Upma is sometimes known as Semiya Upma since Semiya means Vermicelli. This recipe makes a nutritious breakfast or light meal.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Vichyssoise by Odile

The concept of Vichyssoise is simple; make some leek and potato soup, stir in cream, cool the soup quickly and serve. And who am I to argue with that?

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Victorian Chicken Pie

As the name suggests, Victorian Chicken Pie is based on an old recipe that was much favoured in rural England about 150 years ago.... tastes good too!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 20 Minutes
Walnut Dip

This dip can be made in minutes when company appears unexpectedly and it just doesn't compare to the commercial stuff you find at grocery stores.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Black Pudding Scotch Eggs

Black Pudding Scotch Egg is a great cold addition to a buffet, with a salad, in a picnic, as a snack or hot with French Fries. Eat cold or warm.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chicken Tikka

Chicken Tikka originates from the northern part of India and is not just popular in India but worldwide. Easy both on the palate and the pocket

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Fresh Fruit Salad

There is a wonderful clean taste to a Fresh Fruit Salad. It always reminds me of lazy hot summer days and the smell of freshly mown grass!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Grilled Chicken Portions

An unpretentious way to cook chicken, but quick and easy! This is the basic technique for grill roasted chicken. It's my favorite way to cook chicken.

Preparation: 3 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Meatball Tagine with Lemon & Olives

Meatball Tagine with Lemon & Olives is a beautifully rich dish with spiced lamb meatballs, and the fresh taste of lemon. A perfect dish for winter.

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Mighty Manx Mash

Mighty Manx Mash is a great way to "sex-up" mashed potatoes... brought to you from The Isle of Man, where men are men and mashed potatoes are special!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Mini Frittatas

Mini Frittatas is an egg-based Italian dish similar to an omelette or crustless quiche. You'll get about 40 light-bites that are buffet perfect.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Mini Pork Pies with Quails' Eggs

Sometimes, though, a whole pork pie is just too much, and that's when I like to pick up a Mini Pork Pie with Quail's Egg.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Mini Sausage Wreath

Christmas isn't complete without a wreath. So why not make one yourself - that you can eat? Mini Sausage Wreath serve it warm, and it won't last long!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Minted Lamb Meatballs

Minted Lamb Meatballs is a little bit "fiddly" but I've included it because it makes a superb starter for any meal if you are entertaining.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Mississippi Mud Pie Recipe

Is it a pie or a cake? Who cares? - this recipe for Mississippi Mud Pie is a chocolate-lovers delight. Unless you are watching your weight!!

Preparation: 45 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Mongolian Beef

The name "Mongolian Beef" is somewhat misleading since, apart from the beef, none of the ingredients come from traditional Mongolian cuisine.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 5 Minutes
Moroccan Lamb Balls with Eggs

Moroccan Lamb Balls with Eggs is one of those yummy dishes that just scream to be eaten on a cold, winter's evening near the fire.

Preparation: 40 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Mother's Oat Cookies

Baking is a culinary skill that sounds complex but is usually horribly easy... and Mother's Oat Cookies is a perfect example of that.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Mussels with Herb Butter (Moules Niçoises)

Known in French as "Moules Niçoises", these are perfect either for an aperitif before the meal, as part of a barbeque buffet, or for a starter.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Nigiri-zushi

Nigiri-zushi consists of a small portion of Sushi Rice that is shaped in the hands. A thin piece of fish like tuna or shrimp is draped over the top.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Norfolk Potato Rissoles

Norfolk Potato Rissoles are quite delicious and extremely economical too. There's no reason not to defy tradition and make them from potato and pork!

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Ocean Pie

Ocean Pie is amazing! It's uncomplicated and tasty with subtle flavours complimenting the fish. It's just simple clean cuisine at its best.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Okra and Tomatoes

Everybody has their own way of cooking and presenting okra. In this recipe for Okra and Tomatoes I show you a really simple and effective way.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Okra Bhaji

An Indian influence of spices makes Okra Bhaji (sometimes known as ladies fingers) quite delicious. Easy to make and very tasty.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
One Pot Risotto

One Pot Risotto is a simple store cupboard risotto that cooks in the oven while you get on with something else. The result is still wonderfully creamy

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Onion, Tomato & Cucumber Raita

Onion, Tomato & Cucumber Raita is a quickly-made accompaniment for all kinds of Indian Biryani. You can use it as a delicious dip with raw vegetables.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Orange and Honey Fluff

Orange and Honey Fluff is a neat little dessert that is so simple that children can make it for the adults to eat! One of my all-time favorites!

Preparation: 8 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Oven Baked Scotch Eggs

Traditional Scotch Eggs are a delight at any time but, for those watching their weight, they pose a big problem since they are usually deep-fried

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Oven-Baked Rösti

Oven-Baked Rösti is a crispy, rich treat that all the family will love. 'Regular' röstis are time-consuming to fry on the stove.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 20 Minutes
Warm Potato Salad

If it seems unusual to suggest serving a mixture of potatoes and salad dressing while they are still warm, I can only suggest that you give it a try.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Warm Red Potato Salad

Warm Red Potato Salad is one of my favourites. The herbs, peppers and egg blend together well and the red skins of the potatoes add a splash of colour

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Wendy's Lentil Soup

Wendy's Lentil Soup is so named after I cat-sat for some friends of mine while they were away on holiday and I spent a few days making lentil recipes!

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Whole Continental Cabbage

This is so easy to do that even my Cousin Vinny's cousin Jim can't make a mess of it ... and he's not too bright! Good with any meat.

Preparation: 3 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Wild Mushroom Risotto

Wild Mushroom Risotto is soooooo good, you just keep making it and making it. A tasty, succulent risotto that will make you keep going back for more.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Winter's Evening Chilli con Carne

Winter's Evening Chilli con Carne describes thie dish well. It's not too spicy but it has a great warming effect and I've never yet seen any left-over

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Yorkshire Puddings with Sausages, Broccoli and Shallot Gravy

Party-sized nibbles, filled with sausage and a little Tenderstem broccoli tree. Be sure to make the gravy, too! Celebrate traditional English cooking!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Paella

Paella is the celebrated Spanish dish that actually varies in Spain, region to region. For that reason, the ingredients can be changed to suit.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Party Night Baked Potatoes

Party Night Baked Potatoes are perfect for when you're planning a fun get-together. Ideal, too, for barbeques to serve with spicy meats.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Pasta and Artichoke Salad

In using whole wheat pasta cooked "al dente" in this recipe for Pasta & Artichoke Salad, you will considerably reduce the glycemic index of your meal.

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Pasta and Fresh Tomato Sauce

This recipe is an ideal way of using Fresh Tomato Sauce You will notice a distinct difference between your own tomato sauce and that found in jars.

Preparation: 4 Minutes
Cooking: 8 Minutes
Pasta and Pesto

This recipe for Pasta and Pesto is just a very easy and cheap idea for a quick meal or light lunch.

Preparation: 3 Minutes
Cooking: 8 Minutes
Pasta Jumble

Pasta Jumble is an unusual way of serving pasta. It looks very professional but is, as you will see, quite simple.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Pasta Salad

Whether you take Pasta Salad on a picnic, in your lunchbox, or eat it at home, this is a perfect quick pasta salad - light and lip-smacking.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 5 Minutes
Pasta, Sausage and Bacon Salad

Pasta, Sausage and Bacon Salad is inspired by my low-fat Tasty Pasta Salad recipe, with "added extras" to suit hungry mouths or a young family.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Peas Pulao

Peas Pulao is a rice based dish that is rather similar to a Biryani. The difference between the two is that Biryani has more spices than Peas Pulao.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Pepper Chicken Chettinad

Pepper Chicken Chettinad is from the southern tip of India from the state of Tamil Nadu, which is known for its earthy and spicy dishes.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Pilaf

The English term Pilaf> is borrowed directly from Turkish, which in turn comes from Classical Persian, Urdu and Hindi. And it still tastes good!!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Piperade

Piperade (pronounced "pip-eh-rad") is a typical Basque dish from the south west of France, prepared with onion, green peppers, and tomatoes.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Pizza Fries

Pizza Fries is great for an after-school treat for the kids. It's also a fantastic quick lunch or dinner side dish.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Ploughman's Lunch

A Ploughman's Lunch (often just called a ploughman's) is a cold snack or meal originating in the United Kingdom.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Pongal

Makara Sankranthi (Pongal) is the harvest festival celebrated right across India, though it is more popular in the rice producing states of the south.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Pork & Leek Manx Dragon Pie

Despite the name, Pork & Leek Manx Dragon Pie contains no dragon meat, and no dragons were harmed in its production! But we Manx love our dragon pies!

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 20 Minutes
Pork and Apple Meatballs

Pork and Apple Meatballs are quick and easy and cooked completely in the oven. If you are puzzling what to serve for lunch, puzzle no more!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Pork Burgers with Apple and Potato Mash

I didn't really know what to call this recipe since the full description is Pork, Onion and Sage Burgers with Apple and Potato Mash and Onion Gravy!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Pork Patties With Sweet Chilli And Noodles

Pork Patties With Sweet Chilli And Noodles is a healthy and authentic Asian dish that's far better than a takeaway - and ready in less time.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Pork Satay

These little skewers of meat usually offered with peanut sauce are a popular dish. Walk down almost any street anywhere in Asia and you'll find them.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Pork Tenderloin in Brandy and Orange

Pork Tenderloin in Brandy & Orange is a little "secret gem" of mine. It's prepared and cooked in minutes yet looks and tastes like you've spend hours

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Pork with Green Lentils (Petit Salé aux Lentilles)

This is traditional French cooking - the sort you'd come across in any country family. The meat and lentils are cooked, together with the vegetables.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Potato and Cheese Croquettes

Gooey mozzarella encased in a crunchy golden shell makes this simple and classic dish irresistible. You should try them and see how good they are

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Potato and Egg Salad

This simple Potato and Egg Salad mixture provides both substance and colour to your salads. Once prepared it will keep for a further two days.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Potato Croquettes

Potato Croquettes take a little longer to create than other potato dishes but are ideal if you are entertaining friends or relatives.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Potato Gratin

I love potatoes. In fact (for a very different reason) my parents nicknamed me "The Spud Baby" when I was born!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Potato Gratin Provençale

Potato Gratin Provençale is one of my favourites - the combination of potatoes and the French Provençale style of cooking

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Potato Lyonnaise

This is a fun way to prepare tasty potatoes and makes a pleasant change for the usual potato dishes

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Potato Soup with Chives and Soured Cream

Potato Soup with Chives and Soured Cream is one of those lovely little potages that work well as a quick winter lunch or as a starter course

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Prawns in Sherry

This very simple recipe for Prawns in Sherry makes an excellent starter for a main meal or can be eaten with a slice or two of bread as a light meal

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Provençale Bake

Provençale Bake is inspired by my wife's love of tomatoes and our joint love of food from the Provence region of France.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Pulled Pork with Pineapples

There's only one way to describe Pulled Pork with Pineapples - comfort food! And the hot pork when first cooked makes a fantastic sandwich.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 4 Hours
Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin Soup is not only a wonderful warming soup ideal for slimmers but is also fantastic for entertaining. Also, pumpkin flesh freezes wonderfully

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Quail's Eggs

Many people aren't sure how to cook quail's eggs, so don't buy them. For that reason, I can offer you this simple guide to quail egg perfection!

Preparation: 1 Minute
Cooking: 3 Minutes
Queen of Puddings

When I was a child, my mother would often make Queen of Puddings which we considered to be a royal treat and I don't ever recall any being left!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Rasgulla

Rasgulla is the most popular desert from the eastern state of west Bengal. This is a great dish and I am sure you will savour it for a long time

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Raspberry and Caramel Crunch

Raspberry and Caramel Crunch is incredibly easy, can be mostly prepared beforehand. It takes just 10 minutes under an oven grill to cook.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Ratatouille

Ratatouille (pronounced rat-a-too-ee) is a mixture of vegetables that go well with a light meal. It relies upon aubergine for its distinctive flavour

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Rava Laddu

Rava Laddu is a sweet dish from southern India and is usually made on special occasions. Rava Laddu is so addictive that you'll make it often.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Raw Carrot Salad

Carrots are an all-round healthy food. They're low in calories, and provide fibre & vitamins. The best way to snack on carrots is to eat carrot sticks

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Red Cabbage with Apples

Red Cabbage with Apples is one of those lovely winter recipes that goes brilliantly with almost any dish you care to mention.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Rice Kheer

Rice Kheer (Rice custard) is a sweet desert made out of rice and condensed milk. This is an excellent desert after a heavy lunch.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Rice Pudding with Clotted Cream

In many countries, Rice Pudding is a timeless classic of home cooking that appeals to children and adults alike. Here, we make it even better!

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger

Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger is perfect for a light lunch or as a starter for a meal with friends. It's a simple, straightforward recipe.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Rillettes de Porc

Rillettes de Porc (pronounced "ree-et-der-por") is very French and very tasty! If you're on a strict diet, maybe choose something different though!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 4 Hours
Roast Beef with Rich Stout Gravy

Roast Beef with Rich Stout Gravy is a recipe I've kept all to myself till now! It's great for an informal meal or just for fun on a winter's day.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Roast Belly of Pork Dinner

Roast Belly of Pork is one of those comfort foods that scream 'fat' and yet, properly cooked, it proves a satisfying meal without adding inches.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Roast Parsnips with Cheese and Bacon

Roast Parsnips with Cheese and Bacon is the least boring way I know to cook parsnips! I'm not saying parsnips are boring, mid you.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Roast Pork Dinner

Whilst the traditional British roast dinner is beef, pork is an entirely acceptable alternative.Check on your guests religious beliefs first, though.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Roast Potato Bombs

Roast Potato Bombs is one of those great recipes that lifts the normal into the stratosphere of "Wow" where you are transported into a world of taste

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Roast Potatoes

Roast Potatoes are usually served with roast meat. However, if you enjoy them, why not cook them to serve with other dishes

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Roast Sweet Potato Wedges

Roast Sweet Potato Wedges are delicious with a hot roast dinners like Roasted Loin of Pork or Rare Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Roasted Loin of Pork

Pork loin is a cut of meat from the tissue along the top of the rib cage of the pig. Roasted Loin of Pork is a delicious piece of meat.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Rocky Road

Rocky Road seems to be a 'modern' name given to a home make crunchy chocolate "cake" that my mother used to make when we were kids.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Rogani Gosht (Lamb Braised in Yogurt and Cream)

Rogani Gosht (Lamb Braised in Yogurt and Cream) is an authentic Mughlai dish and its recipe dates back to before the 18th century.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 45 Minutes
Roquefort Cheeseburger

The Roquefort Cheeseburger is a delightful beast and my favourite type of burger since the cheese is inside the patty and infuses its rich creaminess.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Rumtopf

Rumtopf, which literally means rum pot, is a German and Danish dessert, traditionally eaten around Christmas (though perfectly acceptable any time!

Preparation: 1 Hour
Cooking: NIL
Samosa

Samosa is a stuffed, deep fried snack that originated in the Indian state of Gujarat and has become extremely popular right across Asia and Europe.

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Sashimi (Raw Seafood)

Sashimi is often the first course in a formal Japanese meal, but it can also be the main course, presented with rice and miso soup in separate bowls.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Satay with Peanut Sauce

The bite-size portions in this simple recipe for Satay with Peanut Sauce are intended as part of an aperitif rather than as a main dish.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Sausage and Bacon Kebabs

This recipe for Sausage and Bacon Kebabs is ideal for either a family meal or for informal entertaining or barbeques. The taste is outrageously good!

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 8 Minutes
Sausage and Cheese Toastie

Toasted sandwiches provide a quick and easy method of producing a light meal or a snack. The base often includes hard cheese like Cheshire.

Preparation: 4 Minutes
Cooking: 6 Minutes
Sausage and Potato Salad

Sausage and Potato Salad is is one of those real summer comfort foods. You can use any sausage, but try and get Kielbasa if you can.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Sausage Casserole

This recipe for Sausage Casserole is a different way of looking at sausage and beans! It makes a warming and filling dish, and it freezes brilliantly.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Sausage Meat Bake

Another simple recipe that is ideal for using up left-over Creamed Potatoes. A fusion of potato, cheese & sausage meat is always a winner in our house

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Sausage, Liver and Bacon Casserole

For a real winter treat for yourself and your family or guests, Sausage Liver and Bacon Casserole, served with Creamed Potatoes makes a hearty meal.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Savoury Bacon Rolls

This recipe for Savoury Bacon Rolls is a great way to prepare stuffed bacon rolls for informal entertaining or to eat cold with a picnic.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 8 Minutes
Savoury Cheese Biscuits

Ideal for entertaining, you can load these savoury biscuits with cream cheese or use them as a snack source with a slice of tomato on top.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Savoury Chive Biscuits

Ideal for entertaining, you can load these savoury biscuits with cream cheese or use them as a snack source with a slice of tomato on top.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Scotch Egg

Scotch Egg is a great addition to a buffet, with a salad, in a picnic, as a snack or hot with French Fries. Not many people know how to make their own

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Scotch Egg Pasties

Scotch Egg Pasties are a really unusual combination of everything that's good about picnics - Cornish Pasties and Scotch Egg all in one.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Scotch Pie

There are some amazing things in Scotland... men in kilts, haggis, deep-fried Mars bars, the Loch Ness Monster and Scotch Pies served with mushy peas!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Seekh Kebabs

Seekh Kebabs are a Mughalai dish that are served as great starter to your barbeques and also work well with all India breads as stuffing

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Sesame Noodles with Chicken

Sesame Oil is a true delight and this recipe for Sesame Noodles with Chicken makes full use of it's rich flavours.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's Pie is another original English recipe that is inexpensive and ideal for a hungry family. Great with a glass of beer or cider.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Sicilian-style Cauliflower with Wholemeal Pasta

Sicilian-style Cauliflower with Wholemeal Pasta is a great summer dish either at lunch or on a fine summer evening.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Simple Chicken Curry

Chicken Curry is generally much lighter tasting than beef curry. You will discover your own preference regarding the taste, so this recipe is for you.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Simple Rajma Curry

Simple Rajma Curry is so named because (a) it's simple to make !! and (b) Red Kidney Beans are known as Rajma in India.

Preparation: 2 Hours
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Simple Steak Supper

Simple Steak Supper is one of those excellent recipes you can quickly prepare then dump in the oven and leave it to cook itself. A great meal!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Slow Roast Leg of Lamb with Herb Rub

Slow Roast Leg of Lamb with Herb Rub has the added advantage that it makes its own delicious gravy. It's perfect for a big meal with friends or family

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Slow Roasted Pork Belly

Just concentrate on that fork-tender meat that lies between those layers of fat because that's all you will get on your plate at the end of our recipe

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 4 Hours 20 Minutes
Smoked Salmon and Herb Sandwiches

The "luxury" version of the cucumber sandwich is these delightful Smoked Salmon and Herb Sandwiches that are fit for a King (or a President!)

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Smoky New Potato Salad

This is particularly good to serve with a barbeque of spare ribs or spicy chicken. It's quick and easy but will lift your potatos to extraordinary

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Spaghetti a la Carbonara

If proof was ever needed that pasta need not be uninteresting, Spaghetti a la Carbonara is it! To me, this dish is the monarch of the pastas.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Spaghetti Bolognese

Spaghetti Bolognese has probably caused more wars than the black death! Why? Because everybody's recipe is the best - much better than anyone else's!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Spiced Parsnip Shepherd's Pie

Spiced Parsnip Shepherd's Pie is a great way to prepare a pie with a difference. You can use either lamb or beef according to your personal preference

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours
Spicy Baby Octopus

Spicy Baby Octopus is a simple dish that's packed with flavour. Tender baby octopus with a spicy chunky tomato sauce fresh parsley and lemon zest

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Spicy Beef Curry with Rice

Curry is one of those dishes that can be made in larger quantities, since it freezes well and can quickly be reheated in a pan or microwave.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Spicy Vegetable Tagine

Spicy Vegetable Tagine is a superb way to enjoy fresh vegetables. In fact, you can get your day's vegetable quota all in one go... the perfect dish!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad

Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad is not just a great vegetarian dish, it's light, refreshing and perfect for a summer day.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Springtime Brisket Roast

Springtime Brisket Roast uses meat from the brisket muscles. As cattle do not have collar bones, these muscles support about 60% of the body weight.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Steak and Kidney Pie

Ah, the humble Steak and Kidney Pie; what can I say about it that has not already been said? I'm a big fan of these hearty English favourites.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Flat Iron Steak with Red Wine Sauce

Flat iron steak is the American name for the cut known as butlers' steak in the U.K. and oyster blade steak in Australia and New Zealand.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Roast Breast of Lamb with Leek and Chestnut Stuffing

This is a great way to cook a roast breast of lamb using a leek and chestnut stuffing to absorb all the flavours and make a glorious roast dinner

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Herb Roasted Lamb Loin Chops

Herb Roasted Lamb Loin Chops are a great way to cook loin chops to give the meat a delicious herby taste. Drop-dead simple to make & ready in minutes

Preparation: 2 Minutes
Cooking: 18 Minutes
Lamb Valentine Steaks with Pomegranate & Plum Aigre-doux

Lamb Valentine Steaks with Pomegranate Plum Aigre-doux makes the most of the combination of sweet and sour to serve with a Valentine Lamb Steak

Preparation: 2 Minutes
Cooking: 18 Minutes
Bacon, Squeak and Cheese Roll

The best of English street food in a sandwich. This bacon, squeak & cheese butty oozes with roast dinner leftovers, melting Cheddar and crisp bacon.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Mini Toad in the Hole

What better way to celebrate anything than with a mini toad in the hole? Fresh sage, cider and three sausage halves go into each portion - yummmm!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Eton Mess

Is this the most British pudding of them all? It may have been invented by a bunch of public schoolboys, but Eton Mess works wonders for us all.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Chicken with Parmesan and Basil

When I don't have much time I often make Chicken with Parmesan and Basil because they're quick to prepare and make a really tasty dish.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes