The addition of lime curd to this creamy cheesecake offers just the right amount of tang and an extra richness.
Buttery shortbread makes crisp cups for the creamy no-bake cheesecake filling. A dollop of jam inside gives each bite a sweet surprise.
A super-quick tomato sauce made using bottled passata does double duty in this restaurant favourite, acting as a sauce for both the chicken and pasta.
Challenge: If you think it's only the kids who get impatient when they're hungry and supper's not ready, meet my husband, George. He has to watch his fat intake, so I aim to serve lightened-up but satisfying suppers. Solution: I've found a way to feed George and myself quickly with a few of his favourite ingredients. Start with sausages: he adores them but can't have too many. He also loves stew, so a sausage-flavoured chunky tomato stew makes an ideal supper over polenta or linguine. It's quick enough to keep him happy, and because I use only 8 oz (250 g) lean sausage for four servings, I don't feel guilty. The plus is having leftovers to reheat for lunch or freeze for him to have on evenings when I'm out.
All you'll need to make this classic dish is some ground beef, a couple of onions and some pantry staples (including a spoonful of cocoa powder, which adds flavour and a deep reddish-brown colour). Serve with your choice of sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro and, for nostalgia, chopped cucumber. For a more modern touch, swap out cucumber for chopped avocado.
You can use pickled vegetables to season other foods. In this easy breakfast-for-dinner hash, rich eggs and crispy bits of Polish sausage are balanced with tangy sauerkraut, which brings both salt and vinegar to the dish.
These crisp little rolls are great to have on hand for impromptu get-togethers.
Tart lemon curd gives these zesty cheesecake squares a stunning mirror-like finish. Scrape down the sides of the bowl often for a perfectly smooth filling.
Junior chefs will love this delectable treat because they can make it on their own (though an adult should lend a hand when cooking the raspberry purée). Everyone will delight in the summery taste and silky smooth texture of the filling. The key to beautiful, even swirls is to patiently spoon alternating dollops of the lemon and raspberry batters over the crust.
