This easy weeknight pasta is packed with flavour and comes together in no time—perfect for when you want something cozy and satisfying without much effort. Using good quality store-bought pesto makes it quick and convenient, but feel free to use homemade pesto if you have some on hand. The combination of tender chicken breast, earthy mushrooms, vibrant spinach, and creamy pesto sauce is just a dream. It’s one of those dishes that tastes like you’ve put in a lot more work than you actually have. And let’s talk about the chicken—no dry chicken breasts here. With the right technique, they…
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Continue ReadingCreamy Gorgonzola Pasta with Walnuts. An oozy, gooey, cheesy, comforting bowl of goodness. I know, I know – it feels like an autumn dish, but sometimes you just need to make something indulgent and soothing, especially when it’s cold outside. The sauce is a simple béchamel, and then the sweet,…
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Continue ReadingWild Garlic and Lemon Risotto with Crispy Prosciutto di Parma is indulgent, tasty and relaxing to make. Risotto is my go-to dish when I have the time but want zero fuss. Just a glass of wine in one hand, a wooden spoon in the other, music playing in the background—no…
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Continue ReadingThere’s a reason Classic Spaghetti Carbonara is so popular, and it’s not just because it’s easy to make. It’s creamy, rich, salty and indulgent aka comfort on a plate. This is an authentic recipe using egg yolks, so NO CREAM! 😉 For the best texture and flavour this dish is…
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Continue ReadingSweet, savoury, silky, fluffy, crispy little pillows, this dish of Pumpkin & Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter Crispy Sage has it all! Combined with brown butter crispy sage, we all know this is a match made in heaven! It doesn’t take a huge amount of time to make but in…
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Continue ReadingFennel Sausage in a Tomato, Fennel & Parmesan Broth with White Beans and Cavolo Nero is a lovely Italian brothy soup filled with veggies. It is packed with flavour. Amazing with some toasted bread to soak up the juices. I used a parmesan rind which I stored in the freezer…