Quick + Easy

Who doesn’t love quick and easy meals? Whether you’re in a time crunch, or just don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen, you can still make quality food with big flavours and minimal effort. Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated, after all, the whole philosophy behind this blog is realistic home cooking. Whilst it is fun to give complex recipes a try, I have specifically curated a list of meals catered to everyday people who want good food. For those who have dietary requirements, there’s plenty in there for you as well. Use these quick and easy recipes to empower you to create amazing dishes without the fuss.

bacon tomato garlic spaghetti pasta with parmesan cheese
Brooke

Bacon Tomato Pasta

Now this bacon tomato pasta is definitely one of the easiest recipes I’m sharing. With only 5 main ingredients, and less than 10 steps to follow, it makes the perfect simple dinner. All while being super tasty!

pork sausage and leek lasagna, in a parmesan cheese sauce, with spinach, topped by fresh mozzarella
Brooke

Pork and Leek Lasagna

This pork and leek lasagna is down right divine! If you’re looking for a tasty and fulfilling meal, this is the recipe for you. Flavourful pork sausages, aromatic caramelised leek, a tasty decadent cheese sauce… all tangled up in a well loved carb, pasta of course!

potato top sausage bread rolls, with onion gravy and cheese
Brooke

Potato Top Sausage Rolls

If you are looking for a fun and super comforting dinner, these potato top sausage rolls are a must try – don’t be fooled by the lacklustre appearance! Juicy pork sausages, wrapped in a pillowy bread roll, with flavourful onion gravy, all topped by cheesy mashed potato… drooling thinking back to it!

one pot lasagna with beef mince, cheese, tomato sauce, and pasta
Brooke

One Pot Lasagna

This one pot lasagna has all the magnificent flavours of a traditional lasagna, without the hassle. Super easy, minimal dishes, down right delicious flavours! A family favourite, or bulk meal for leftovers.

Brooke

One Pot Roast Chicken and Vege

This one pot roast chicken and vege is the perfect, simple, meal. I love a good traditional roast, but sometimes it is just too much effort. With this recipe, everything is done in one pot, and is minimal fuss.

pulled pork tacos, cheese, pickled red onions, grated carrot, and cabbage coleslaw, on a corn tortilla
Brooke

Pulled Pork Tacos

These pulled pork tacos make for a tasty and family friendly meal. Succulent pork shoulder, in a flavourful seasoning, wrapped up in a tortilla full of goodness! To top it all off, they are super easy.

tomato pesto pasta with kale and lasagne pasta, topped with parmesan cheese
Brooke

Tomato Pesto Pasta

This healthy tomato pesto pasta, takes the heavenly flavours of pesto and combines them with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes. If you’re looking for a super simple and flavour packed meal, this one’s for you!

camembert bacon wedge bake with leek and kale, served with broccolini
Brooke

Camembert Bacon Wedge Bake

This camembert bacon wedge bake takes many delicious ingredients and combines them into a big bowl of goodness. It’s almost like a cheat tartiflette! Cozy and comforting, but really, what else can you expect from A Home Cook’s Diary recipe. 

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!