Lamb & Lentil Curry

Lamb & Lentil Curry

This Lamb & Lentil Curry was an absolute triumph.  Using whole and ground spices, it was fragrant, tender and delicious.  The best thing?  A total one pot wonder.  No rice needed with this one, just some warmed roti to scoop up the goodness, although to make the...
Sumac Lamb, Baba Ganoush & Cauliflower Salad

Sumac Lamb, Baba Ganoush & Cauliflower Salad

Sumac Lamb is always a winning combination and can be paired with any number of ingredients, Hummus being a typical match.  I wanted to take this simple Sumac Lamb to new heights so paired it instead with a Middle Eastern favourite, Baba Ganoush.  Smoky eggplant...
Spiced Lamb with Preserved Lemon Salsa Verde

Spiced Lamb with Preserved Lemon Salsa Verde

I am always looking for new, easy recipes for entertaining that can be largely made ahead, look super impressive on the plate and taste amazing.  This Spiced Lamb with Preserved Lemon Salsa Verde ticked all of those boxes and more except that every time I have cooked...
Shepherds Pie

Shepherds Pie

Who doesn’t love a good old Shepherds Pie? Traditionally made with leftover roast lamb which is quite funny as there is rarely leftover roast lamb in our house. This version is rich and satisfying, made with finely minced lamb and a gravy, laden with red wine...
Irish Lamb Shanks with Kalecannon Mash

Irish Lamb Shanks with Kalecannon Mash

I’m not sure if you saw my recent instagram post about this Irish Lamb Shank dish but it was one of those recipes that evolved from what I had originally planned. It was a cold day and I went to the supermarket with a bit of an idea that I would be making a stew...
Lamb Pide with Herb & Garlic Yoghurt

Lamb Pide with Herb & Garlic Yoghurt

This version of Lamb Pide is a super easy, sensationally tasty and budget friendly option for a make at home Turkish meal that will surely become a family favourite. Get your Jamie Oliver on and make a visually stunning, party style share platter or serve them...
Moroccan Meatballs with Orange Scented Cous Cous

Moroccan Meatballs with Orange Scented Cous Cous

These aromatic little bundles of Moroccan Meatball joy make a fabulously cheap and cheerful, midweek family meal or are equally impressive on the dinner party menu.  Lightly spiced,  tender and poached in a rich, lemony sauce they will appeal to everyone and can be...
Middle Eastern Lamb Shoulder, Freekeh Salad, Garlic Yoghurt

Middle Eastern Lamb Shoulder, Freekeh Salad, Garlic Yoghurt

Lamb shoulder is the total goods, particularly slow cooked, Middle Eastern style with a gloriously nutty, fresh and zesty salad and roasted garlic infused yoghurt. There really is not much more to say about this one except that I am advising you to cook it, today. If...
Lamb Roast with Mint Jelly & Rosemary

Lamb Roast with Mint Jelly & Rosemary

So I had a big night a week or so ago at an hilarious event at our local surf club to raise much needed funds. The event was Bogan Bingo and you are actually reading this recipe from the Bogan Bingo Queen, like actually. When I won the said title there was nothing...
Mini Lamb Rump Tray Bake

Mini Lamb Rump Tray Bake

I think you are going to find it a bit ridiculous, just how excited I get by a cracking tray bake. They have become my new best friend!! I just love that you can whack some ingredients on a lined tray (minimal washing up), sprinkle over a few aromatics (flavour scale...
Spiced Lamb Ribs, Warm Veg Salad & Kasundi Yoghurt

Spiced Lamb Ribs, Warm Veg Salad & Kasundi Yoghurt

There is a fantastic organisation in Newcastle called Your Food Collective. It is an online shopping business that supports our local producers by boxing up fresh, seasonal produce for collection at various local hubs around town or by home delivery method. I have a...
Lamb Shank & Barley Soup with Salsa Verde

Lamb Shank & Barley Soup with Salsa Verde

There is nothing like a comforting lamb shank soup to make you feel all warm and cosy in the middle of winter. This recipe (or variations of) have been cooked in my family for four generations and the smell of it cooking just brings back so many memories for me. My...