Main Dish

Step into the heart of this food blog, main dishes. From hearty comfort foods to elevated culinary creations, this curated collection showcases the artistry of crafting unforgettable main courses that satisfy both palate and appetite. With recipes catered to those who want quick and easy, to those who might want to spend some extra time in the kitchen. Peruse through main courses designed for meat lovers, vegetarians; as well as many options for those with dietary requirements such as dairy free or gluten free. With the main dishes being a key meal of the day, here you’ll find good food for everyone.

pressure cooked massaman curry on rice, with beef, onions, and potato
Brooke

Massaman Curry

Fork tender beef, delicious potatoes, and a flavour packed gravy – this massaman curry is absolutely divine. Done in a pressure cooker, or slow cooker, this is a recipe with simple ingredients but a far from simple taste. This is definitely a dish to try!

leek and bacon orzo in a black bowl with a parmesan sauce
Brooke

Leek and Bacon Orzo

This leek and bacon orzo is one pan, 0nly and few ingredients, and straight up scrumptious! Who says simple food means boring food? Not me! This dish is one the whole family can enjoy, and it will not break your bank account!

pressure cooked beef stew with a tomato gravy, mushrooms, potatoes, onion and carrots
Brooke

Instant Pot Beef Stew

This one pot Instant Pot beef stew is perfect for a cozy night in. With super tender and succulent beef, a flavourful tomato gravy, and scrumptious veggies… it has the same results as a slow cooker, except all in under 1 hour!

chicken potato bake with green beans and cheese
Brooke

Chicken Potato Bake

Tasty does not always look pretty… but this chicken potato bake is a yummy and super easy dinner. Juicy chicken thighs, in a flavourful sauce with veggies, all covered by a cheesy potato gratin-esk topping.

chicken and bacon broccoli back in a black bowl with a parmesan alfredo sauce
Brooke

Chicken Broccoli Bake

This chicken broccoli bake is a tasty, simple, and healthy dinner. Flavourful chicken, broccoli and carrot, coated in a light and cheesy alfredo sauce. This is sure to be a new family favourite.

one pan brie and bacon gnocchi, still warm in hte pan
Brooke

Brie and Bacon Gnocchi

Smooth, velvety, delectable… this perfectly sums up this brie and bacon gnocchi. Dinner could not get more simple than this! Pillows of gnocchi coated in an amazing brie sauce, complemented by savoury bacon. This should definitely be tried in your next dinner rotation!

beef short rib slow cooked ragu in a tomato based sauce with gnocchi
Brooke

Short Rib Ragu

This short rib ragu is nothing short of luxurious; slow cooked on low in a rich red wine and tomato based sauce. If you are wanting to immerse yourself in divine Italian cuisine, without the plane tickets, then this is the dish for you!

chicken bacon pasta bake with sundried tomatoes
Brooke

Chicken Bacon Pasta Bake

This chicken bacon pasta bake is so simple and tasty. It is sure to be a family favourite with tender chicken, crispy bacon, sundried tomatoes, in a light and flavourful sauce, all topped with cheese… yum! It’s a great weeknight dinner, and to have as leftovers another day – that is if there’s any left. 

chicken and quinoa meal preparation with feta and almonds, and a lemon honey yoghurt dressing
Brooke

Chicken & Quinoa

This chicken and quinoa is a great easy healthy meal. Flavourful quinoa with tender chicken, finished with crunchy slivered almonds and creamy feta… all topped with a tangy lemon yoghurt dressing. It’s perfect for meal prep, or as a quick dinner.

mediterranean chicken bake, chicken thighs, potato, onion, cherry tomatoes in a lime, olive oil, garlic, and honey sauce
Brooke

Mediterranean Chicken Bake

This one dish Mediterranean chicken bake is perfect for a healthy ‘lazy’ meal. Juicy chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, onion, and potato all bathed in a harmonious flavourful marinade and sauce. Let this dish take you on a Mediterranean inspired journey, escape through food!