Italian-Style Pesto and Orzo Salad This Mediterranean-friendly salad features tender orzo pasta tossed with homemade (or store-bought) basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, arugula, and olives. It’s a fresh, satisfying dish that works as a main, side, or picnic salad. ⏱ Time Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 10 minutes Total: 25 minutes Ingredients Salad: 1 ½ cups … Read more
Greek Tuna Egg Salad This salad combines the creaminess of boiled eggs with flaky tuna, crisp veggies, briny olives, and a tangy Greek-style dressing. It’s lighter than a traditional mayo-based salad, leaning on olive oil, lemon, and herbs for flavor. ⏱ Time Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 12 minutes (for eggs) Total: 22 minutes Ingredients 2 … Read more
Mediterranean Creamy Italian Pasta Salad This pasta salad blends Italian flavors (creamy herbed dressing, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan) with Mediterranean staples like olives, cucumbers, and chickpeas. It’s refreshing, creamy without being heavy, and full of vibrant textures. ⏱ Time Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 10 minutes Total: 30 minutes Ingredients For the Salad: 12 oz (340 … Read more
Caribbean-Inspired Curry Chicken Soup This soup blends tender chicken with fragrant curry, creamy coconut milk, sweet potatoes, and a touch of lime for a vibrant, island-style comfort dish. It’s lighter than a stew but still filling, with a balanced mix of protein, veggies, and Caribbean spices. ⏱ Time Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 35 minutes Total: … Read more
Creamy Asparagus Pasta Recipe Ready in 25–30 minutes Serves 2–4 Ingredients 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite) 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces 2 tbsp olive oil or 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) ¾ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version) ½ … Read more
Creamy BBQ Chicken Pasta Serves: 4 Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ingredients: Pasta: 12 oz (340g) penne or rotini (or any pasta you like) Chicken: 2 chicken breasts, diced 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp garlic powder Salt & pepper, to taste 1 tbsp olive oil Sauce: 1 cup BBQ sauce (smoky/sweet … Read more
Creamy Zucchini Sauce Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis (chopped) 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter 3–4 garlic cloves (minced) ½ onion (chopped, optional) ½ cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free) ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional for extra flavor) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or thyme – optional) Squeeze of … Read more
Creamy Eggplant Pasta Recipe Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant (cut into cubes) 2–3 tbsp olive oil 3–4 garlic cloves (minced) 1 small onion (finely chopped) 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional) 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (plus extra for serving) Salt & pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley … Read more
Creamy Parmesan Asparagus Gratin Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs asparagus, ends trimmed 2 tbsp 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version) ½ cup milk 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg (optional) ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko … Read more
Halloumi Great Bake with Roasted Vegetables Ingredients (Serves 2–3) 1 block halloumi (225–250g), sliced 2 courgettes (zucchini), chopped into chunks 1 red pepper, chopped 1 yellow pepper, chopped 1 red onion, cut into wedges 1 small aubergine (eggplant), chopped 2–3 cloves garlic, crushed 400g tin of chopped tomatoes 1 tbsp tomato purée 1 tsp smoked … Read more
