All Recipes

Welcome to the big daddy page where you will find all recipes on A Home Cook’s Diary! Take some time to peruse and see if something catches your eye, I’m sure you’ll find something that takes your fancy.

traditional greek orange cake portokalopita, with cinnamon sugar syrup
Brooke

Portokalopita (Greek Orange Cake)

Portokalopita is a traditional Greek orange cake that is soaked in a sweet syrup. If you are looking to try baking a cake that is a bit different, then this is definitely a recipe for you. Freshly squeezed oranges in a flourless filo pastry based batter, doused in a lightly spiced cinnamon syrup… divine.

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.

slow cooked beef bourguignon red wine stew on cheesy mashed potatoes and parmesan roasted brussel sprouts
Brooke

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

Hearty slow cooker beef bourguignon is the perfect easy meal. Tender beef that falls apart, bacon, carrots, and mushroom all bathed in a rich red wine sauce. Chuck it in the slow cooker in the morning, forget about it, and it’s ready to go for dinner in the evening.

golden tumeric healthy chicken soup with rice
Brooke

Golden Chicken Soup

This golden chicken soup is divine. With tender chicken breasts, delicious aromatic veggies, in a smooth slightly tangy broth… what’s not to love? If you’re looking for a cozy but healthy dinner, then this is the recipe for you.

overnight oats with maple syrup, raspberries, chia seeds, and milk
Brooke

Overnight Oats

Overnight oats have taken the food community by storm the past few years, and I finally decided to hop on the bandwagon. This is a breakfast or lunch that is not only healthy, but will help you stay fuller for longer.

parmesan roasted brussel sprouts side dish
Brooke

Parmesan Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Let me introduce you to one of my favourite ways to eat a vegetable… parmesan roasted brussel sprouts. I never thought I would be putting brussel sprouts in my favourite veggies, but here we are! These are lightly crispy on the outside, and coated in a delicious seasoning.

gluten free white chocolate raspberry muffins with an almond crumble topping
Brooke

White Choc Raspberry Muffins (GF)

These gluten free white choc raspberry muffins are awesome to make as a sweet baking treat. Juicy tart raspberries combined with sweet white chocolate chips, enclosed in a soft and spongy muffin cake base.

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!

shortbread cake
Brooke

Shortbread Cake

This shortbread cake quite literally melts in your mouth. This is my take on the classic shortbread cookies, but transformed into a hybrid soft and moist cake form. Forgot dry boring biscuits, these are an amazing baking treat. It’s super easy and a great snack to whip up for dessert or morning/afternoon teas throughout the week.

baked lamb meatballs and onion gravy on cheesy mashed potatoes
Brooke

Meatballs n Gravy

Meatballs and gravy is an amazing simple meal that is sure to satisfy those comfort food cravings. Juicy lamb meatballs bathed in a decadent and tasty onion gravy. This recipe is a great way to zhuzh up classic meatballs, giving you a new household favourite!