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  • Malaysian Chicken Laksa in a Slowcooker or Regular Pot

    Malaysian Chicken Laksa

    Woooowie this was a great little soup! If you’re after a comforting, flavour-packed soup that basically cooks itself—Malaysian Chicken Laksa is your answer. I made this for friends the other night when I had a busy day and not a lot of hands-on cooking time, and wow… it absolutely delivered. A spicy, rich coconut broth, tender shredded chicken, and all those fresh toppings? It’s the kind of meal that feels like a hug in a bowl. This is a slow cooker laksa recipe, which means minimal effort with maximum reward (but I also added the instructions for if you don’t…

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  • Super Easy SAME-DAY Focaccia Muffins

    Super easy, golden, fluffy, and ready the same day — these focaccia muffins are a total game changer. Golden and crunchy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside, they deliver all the classic Italian focaccia flavours without the need for an overnight rise. Perfect if you’re craving homemade…

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  • Creamy Mustard Onion Gravy

    I know, I know—it’s still summer, we’re even in the middle of a heatwave. In The Netherlands, zuurkool (sauerkraut) is usually eaten in the colder months, but for me, it’s an all-year-round favourite. To keep things a little lighter and summery, I like serving it with pan-fried cod and simple…

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  • Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette, Herbs & Crunchy Seeds

    This Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette is everything you want from a light summer dish: zingy, creamy, herby, crunchy and easy to make. It’s vibrant, fresh and absolutely stunning on the table. Whether you’re making it for brunch, lunch, a picnic or a light dinner, this savoury courgette…

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  • Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette Flowers

    Courgette flowers are such a summery delight! While they’re fantastic battered and deep-fried, they don’t last long after being picked. If you’ve kept them in the fridge for a few days and they’ve shriveled up a bit, don’t worry—this Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette Flowers is the perfect…

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  • Pasta with Roasted Veggies & Mascarpone Sauce

    Not in the mood for cooking but craving something comforting and packed with flavour? Then this Pasta with Roasted Veggies & Mascarpone Sauce is the dish for you! It’s the kind of meal that feels indulgent yet gives you a hearty dose of veggies in every bite. All the vegetables…

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