Building Block Recipes

Simple recipes that form the foundation for countless meals. These versatile basics include sauces, gravies, batters and vegetable preparations you'll use repeatedly.

Five Recipes for Roasted Vegetables

Get five delicious roasted vegetable recipes that are easier to make than you think and perfect for using up your fresh produce.

How to Make an Omelette

Get fluffy eggs cooked just right with simple technique and whatever fillings you have on hand.

How to Make Good Stock

Make your own stock at home for better flavor and half the cost of store-bought versions.

How to Make Gravy

Skip the gravy granules and make rich, silky gravy at home using simple pantry ingredients and your roasting pan.

Making a Basic Tomato Sauce for Pasta

Make a simple tomato sauce that's cheaper and better than store-bought, perfect for busy weeknights and endlessly customizable.

Making a Nutritious Soup

Two simple homemade soup recipes you can batch cook and freeze for healthy lunches all week.

Making the Most of Fresh Herbs

Add bright, fresh herbs to your cooking instead of relying on butter and oil to boost flavour and improve your health.

Simple Biscuits and Cakes

Bake simple shortbread biscuits and Victoria sponge cakes without fancy skills or complicated techniques.

Simple Egg Recipes

Quick egg dishes that pack protein and taste without fussing around in the kitchen.

Simple Family Pasta Recipes

Make better pasta at home by using good quality dried noodles and simple fresh ingredients instead of store-bought sauces.

Simple Potato Recipes

Get delicious results from simple potato recipes like crispy jacket potatoes and Thai fish cakes.

Slow Cooker Puddings

Make Christmas pudding, sticky toffee pudding and even cheesecake in your slow cooker with these simple recipes.

The Classic White Sauce

Master the simple technique for making a smooth, creamy white sauce that works as a base for pies, lasagne, and fish dishes.

The Most Versatile Batter Recipe

Make a versatile batter from eggs, flour and milk that works for pancakes, fritters and more using ingredients you already have at home.

The Perfect Slow Cooker Stew

Slow cooker stews taste better when you vary your herbs, spices, meat and veg instead of making the same recipe over and over.

Top Tips for Cooking Potatoes

Keep potatoes nutritious and delicious by buying firm ones, cooking them with skins on, and using the right techniques for each dish.

Using Spices in Your Cooking

Add flavor and health benefits to your meals by learning which spices work best with different dishes.