A roast chicken in this house is never just one meal. There’s always something left, and while a quick salad or sandwich is fine, this is what I actually want to make when the weather cools down. Something warm, simple and properly satisfying. This chicken and corn soup uses leftover roast chicken and builds flavour…
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Quick and easy recipes for busy people
Classic Aussie Beef Rissoles
Golden, juicy Aussie beef rissoles with plenty of gravy — it’s the kind of dinner that never really goes out of style. A couple of weeks ago I went out for dinner with some friends at a new restaurant — the kind of place where you’d expect small plates and wine, not rissoles. And yet,…
Flank Steak with Chimichurri
Flank steak is one of those cuts that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. It’s lean, full of flavour and — importantly — far more economical than many other steaks, which is exactly why I like cooking it at home. One good-sized flank steak, cooked properly, sliced thinly and shared, is often more than…
Clear-Out-the-Fridge Frittata
This is the frittata I make when I need to use things up before they go bad. A half capsicum, a few mushrooms, some asparagus that’s been sitting in the crisper a bit too long, good eggs from the markets — it all goes into one pan and gets finished under the grill. Sometimes I…
Quick & Easy Bún Chả Vermicelli Bowl
Bún Chả Vermicelli Bowl are one of those dishes I never hesitate to cook at home. Smoky pork cooked hot and fast, cold rice vermicelli, crisp lettuce and generous handfuls of herbs, all brought together with a sharp, savoury-sweet nuoc cham. It’s the contrast that makes it work so well — warm, charred meat against…
Kimchi Udon Noodles
This is the kind of dinner I make when I’ve left it too late to plan properly and still want something I’ll actually enjoy eating. Kimchi udon noodles come together fast, use what’s already in the cupboard, and hit that sweet spot between comforting and light. The noodles only need a few minutes in the…
Prawns with Nectarine Salsa
There’s something about summer that has me reaching for quick seafood dishes, and this one has become a new favourite in our house. I first made it after a beautiful market haul — perfectly ripe nectarines, bunches of coriander, and a bag of sweet medium prawns from Faros. It’s the kind of recipe that feels…
Tuna Crudo with Olive Oil, Lemon Zest, Crispy Capers & Chives
I’ve been thinking about doing a tuna crudo for a long time. It’s one of those dishes that feels deceptively simple, but only really works when the fish is excellent and you don’t overthink it. When I spotted some beautiful sashimi-grade bluefin tuna at Faros, my favourite fish monger, I knew it was time. The…
Pan-Seared Salmon with Mexican Salsa
Busy weeknights call for meals that come together quickly, and this Pan-Seared Salmon with Mexican Salsa is exactly that. It’s the kind of healthy salmon recipe you can pull together in under 30 minutes — fresh, vibrant, and satisfying without feeling heavy. Golden pieces of salmon meet a colourful Mexican-inspired salsa made with charred corn,…
Pea and Mint Pasta with Ricotta
If you’re after a dinner that looks as beautiful as it tastes, this Pea and Mint Pasta with Ricotta is it. In just 20 minutes, you’ve got a bowl of pasta coated in the glossiest green sauce — fresh, vibrant, and full of flavour. I made this for our Meat-Free Monday dinner and, to be…