If you’re craving something crunchy, cheesy, and totally satisfying, these are calling your name! Golden on the outside and bursting with tender beef, sweet peppers, and a hint of melty cheese on the inside, they’re a handheld fiesta you can whip up in no time. I like to serve them with creamy yoghurt and a... Continue Reading →
Courgette & Sweet potato soup, served with feta and croutons – Vegetarian
This Courgette & Sweet Potato Soup is the perfect example of easy, fast, and healthy comfort food. Smooth, cosy, and naturally creamy, it comes together in no time and feels way more indulgent than it actually is. Sweet potatoes add fibre, antioxidants, and vitamin A to support digestion and immunity, while courgettes keep things light... Continue Reading →
Easy meat cottage pie
This comforting cottage pie is a simple, family-friendly dish with a flavorful twist. Savory minced beef is gently cooked with sweet corn and colorful bell peppers. The meat is layered with a creamy mash made from a blend of sweet and regular potatoes, seasoned with smoky paprika for a rich, hearty taste and finished with... Continue Reading →
Sausage hot-dog with cucumber salad
Craving something quick, flavorful, and a little different? This sausage hotdog is a fun twist on the classic, combining juicy, fresh sausage with bold, vibrant toppings. You can use any kind of fresh sausage you like. (bratwurst, spicy, herby, chicken, pork, or whatever you have or like). The hot dog is topped with fresh coriander,... Continue Reading →
Baked cabbage, with bacon and mashed potatoes
Quick and easy to prepare and full of flavour, this sauteed baked cabbage, mixed with bacon and mashed potatoes, is a delight. The largest supermarket chain in the Netherlands has a monthly magazine in which you can discover all kinds of recipes. Many of them are very ingenious or with unexpected and surprisingly good combinations.... Continue Reading →
Chicken soup with peas, mushrooms and corn
Because it's chilly outside, the wind is blowing, and it's raining, my thought this morning was that this day calls for making chicken soup. So I went to the store and bought all the ingredients I needed and made this soup full of flavor, with delicate flavours, with plenty of tasty ingredients, and which goes... Continue Reading →
Risotto with eggplant and pumpkin – Vegetarian
This risotto is a warm, comforting vegetarian dish full of rich, savory flavors. The creamy risotto is perfectly balanced with the tender roasted eggplant and sweet, earthy pumpkin, creating a delightful harmony of textures and tastes. It’s the perfect dish for cozy evenings, offering both comfort and a touch of seasonal freshness in every bite!... Continue Reading →
Cheesy Spinach Bread – Vegetarian
Let’s get one thing straight - this isn’t just bread. It’s cheesy, herby, fluffy, and dangerously delicious bread.The best part? This recipe is basically a choose-your-own-adventure. Want to keep it vegetarian? Stick with the spinach and cheese combo (you really can’t go wrong). Feeling extra? Toss in caramelized onions, switch the spinach for sautéed mushrooms,... Continue Reading →
Rustic lasagna
I’m sharing a lasagna recipe that’s a lighter, more rustic twist on the classic. It’s simpler to prepare, without the fuss of béchamel sauce, butter, or excess cheese, and with less meat than the traditional version. What's even better? It’s quicker and easier to make than the classic recipe. So, I’d say there’s nothing left... Continue Reading →
Slow-cooked chicken served with curry masala rice
This comforting dish brings tender, slow-cooked chicken paired perfectly with fragrant curry masala rice. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a little patience, you’ll create a meal that’s rich in flavor and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a cozy dinner that feels both special and effortless. Ingredients: For the chicken: 1 whole chicken 1... Continue Reading →
French tarts with leeks and onions – Vegetarian
I have a French cookbook, and I’ve been meaning to try this recipe for a while, especially since I had already made the onion soup from it, which turned out ab-so-lute-ly delicious. So, a few days ago, I finally bought all the ingredients and got started on these Alsatian Onion Tartlets, as they’re called in... Continue Reading →
Delicious oven-roasted potatoes with rosemary and butter – Vegetarian
These potatoes are absolutely delicious and work perfectly either as a side dish alongside various meals or roasts, or on their own: they’re that good. For example, we recently enjoyed them with mussels cooked in white wine. They’re easy to make and require just a few simple ingredients. If you follow the recipe as it... Continue Reading →
Leek with olives and chicken breast
A comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for any season, this leek with olives and chicken breast recipe brings together simple ingredients in a delicious, rustic harmony. Tender pieces of chicken are gently simmered with sweet leeks, vibrant bell peppers, and hearty carrots, all wrapped in a rich tomato sauce. The briny touch of olives adds... Continue Reading →
Slow-cooked beef stew
Experience the comforting flavors of tender beef slowly simmered with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and rich red wine. This hearty stew features succulent goulash beef, smoky bacon, earthy mushrooms, and a blend of carrots and potatoes, all brought together in a luscious tomato and beef stock base. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, this... Continue Reading →
Broccoli soup with fennel, cheddar cheese, and milk – Vegetarian
This creamy broccoli soup with Fennel and cheddar cheese is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any season. The natural sweetness of fennel and fresh corn beautifully complements the tender broccoli, all simmered gently in a rich, buttery broth made with milk and chicken stock. Melted sharp cheddar cheese adds a deliciously creamy texture... Continue Reading →
Risotto with sausages and pumpkin
This hearty sausage and pumpkin risotto is a comforting blend of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for cozy dinners. Tender chunks of zucchini and red bell pepper add vibrant color and freshness, while rich, flavorful sausage meat infuses the dish with a satisfying depth. Creamy risotto rice gently simmers in a fragrant chicken stock, absorbing... Continue Reading →
Spinach and cheese loaf – Vegetarian
This vegetarian Spinach and Cheese Loaf is a flavorful and satisfying dish inspired by the traditional Romanian "drob." Packed with tender spinach, savory smoked and aged cheeses, and enriched with subtle hints of garlic and butter, it offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Baked to golden perfection with a crunchy sesame seed coating,... Continue Reading →
Slow-cooked chicken stew with garlic and peas
This slow-cooked chicken stew with garlic and peas is a comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners. Tender chicken thighs simmer gently with carrots, celery, bacon, and aromatic herbs in a rich, creamy sauce. Each portion is topped with a golden, flaky puff pastry lid that adds a delightful crunch and beautiful presentation. Finished with fresh... Continue Reading →