Recipes

Quick and easy family recipe: Philly meatball pasta

By Liz Stansfield, May 24, 2012

Turn around a family meal that will go down a storm with everyone with this whip-it-up-in-20-minutes-dish.

How to make queen of tarts

By Katie Bryson, May 23, 2012

Gorgeous little summery puddings that make the most of seasonal British fruit with a cheese-cake inspired filling.

Cornation chicken probably seemed hugely exotic in post-war Britain and soon became a much-loved recipe rolled out by many a 50s housewife. Decades later it was reduced rather sadly to the sandwich-filling aisle of the supermarket, but I think the Jubilee is the perfect excuse to revisit it.

Jubilee rhubard and custard trifle

By Katie Bryson, May 21, 2012

What could be more British than a trifle? So while you're at it why not try using rhubarb for the fruit layer to make a tangy change and a less sickly sweet affair.

Our House Dad cooks: My Daddy Cooks' Baked Eggs in Ham Cups

By Keith Kendrick, May 9, 2012

Since I reluctantly became a housedad to my three children two years ago, I have discovered there are many things to loathe abut the role (washing, cleaning, vaccing, ironing) and pretty much only one thing to love: cooking.

Novelty birthday cakes: Maximum impact for minimum effort

By Ellie Levenson, Apr 28, 2012

In these times of shop bought party bags and paid for halls in which to host birthday parties, it's easy to forget that one of the best ways to make a birthday or other occasion special is by making a novelty cake.

Vote for your favourite Easter food with Parentdish

By Tamsin Kelly, Mar 26, 2012

Easter falls on April 8 this year, with a lovely long bank holiday weekend of Good Friday and Bank Holiday Monday on either side. It's the perfect time to celebrate with your family, and what better way than with delicious food?

5 easy shortcuts to feeding your family fast

By Katie Bryson, Oct 16, 2011

Here are some speedy shortcuts to some great meals and snacks that look will like you’ve been slaving away for hours!

5 quick-to-make family meals for busy parents

By Katie Bryson, Oct 15, 2011

Get in the express lane to the dinner table with these simple supper ideas for every day of the working week.

Small cheats for big family meals

By Katie Bryson, Oct 9, 2011

Feeding a family day-in day-out can often feel like a chore, so we’ve come up with some helpful tips to make your life a little easier.

Annabel Karmel 30 minute family recipe: Bag-baked trout with ginger soy

By Liz Stansfield, Aug 19, 2011

Trout is an oily fish, so it’s a good source of omega-3. It has a milder flavour than salmon, so it’s a good fish to try if children find salmon a little overpowering.