Aubergine Parmigiana is built around layers of grilled aubergine, a simple tomato sauce, and parmesan, finished in the oven until everything comes together. The flavour comes from slow‑cooked tomatoes, herbs, and cheese, with the aubergine giving structure to the dish. It’s a straightforward way to turn a few base ingredients into something more substantial. Why … Read more
This is a quick pasta sauce made with cottage cheese and a small set of pantry ingredients. It blends into a smooth, creamy base without much effort and comes together in a few minutes on the hob. It’s straightforward, flexible, and works with most pasta without needing anything extra. Why this recipe works Variations & … Read more
This salad is built around shredded red cabbage with a simple oil and vinegar dressing, balanced with a small amount of sugar and seasoning. The flavour develops over time as the cabbage softens and absorbs the dressing, which makes it more useful as a make‑ahead option rather than something served immediately. Why this recipe works … Read more
This is the kind of dal I make when I want something warm and dependable without putting much thought into it. Everything comes together in the Instant Pot, the flavours build from a simple tempering, and once it’s cooking there isn’t much to manage. It’s straightforward, consistent, and easy to rely on for a quick … Read more
This is a straightforward Instant Pot stew built around chickpeas and quinoa, finished with lemon for a bit of brightness. It’s quick to put together, cooks with minimal effort, and works well as a single‑pot meal. The texture comes out naturally creamy without needing much adjustment, and it’s easy to scale depending on how many … Read more
This recipe is built around dried black beans cooked with a simple mix of spices and just enough liquid to bring everything together in the Instant Pot. The flavour comes from chilli, cumin, and garlic, with a small amount of heat from cayenne and jalapeño. It’s a straightforward way to cook beans that are useful … Read more
This salad is built around shredded red cabbage and carrot with a simple, slightly sharp dressing to bring everything together. It relies on crunch and acidity rather than anything rich or heavy, and works well alongside a wide range of main dishes. It’s straightforward to prepare, keeps well, and doesn’t need much adjustment once made. … Read more
This is a quick fried rice built around tofu instead of eggs, using a simple mix of vegetables and basic ingedients. It’s designed for speed, comes together in one pan or wok, and works best with leftover rice. It’s filling, flexible, and easy to adjust depending on what you have. Why this recipe works Variations … Read more
This is the sort of soup I make when I want something simple that I know will work without much effort. The Instant Pot does most of the work, so once everything is in, there’s not much to think about. It’s built from everyday ingredients, holds up well for leftovers, and is easy to adjust … Read more
This is a straightforward lentil shepherd’s pie built around a simple vegetable base and a mashed potato topping. It’s filling, practical, and designed for batch cooking without much effort. I make this when I want something that feels like a proper dinner and holds up well for leftovers. Why this recipe works Variations & substitutions … Read more
