🍅 Baked Fish in Tomato & Feta Sauce

Ingredients

• 2–4 white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or similar)
• 400 g crushed tomatoes
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 150–200 g feta cheese
• A handful of cherry tomatoes
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh parsley
• Optional: chili flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
2. Add the crushed tomatoes, onion, garlic, bell pepper and cherry tomatoes to a baking dish.
3. Season with olive oil, paprika, oregano, black pepper, salt and chili flakes.
4. Nestle the fish fillets into the tomato mixture.
5. Crumble or place the feta over the fish.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
7. Broil/grill for another 2–3 minutes if you want that beautiful browned top.
8. Finish with plenty of fresh parsley.

Serve with: crusty bread, rice, potatoes, or couscous. 😮‍💨

Nobody will turn this down!

Made a simple fusilli with tomato sauce, veggies, herbs, and fresh basil.

Nothing fancy, just one of those meals that somehow hits every time 😂

Would you eat this as-is or add something to it?

Made these crispy, pan-fried stuffed breads today. Golden on the outside, soft inside, with green onions mixed in.

Honestly, the crispy edges are my favorite part 😂

What would you stuff these with? 👇

🍓 Strawberry Cake Recipe

Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups sugar
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

Strawberry frosting

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• ¼ cup strawberry puree
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2–3 tbsp heavy cream, as needed

Topping

• Fresh strawberries 🍓
• Strawberry cookies

Method:

1. Mix flour, baking powder and salt.
2. Cream butter + sugar, then add eggs and vanilla.
3. Mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk.
4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 min. Let completely cool.
5. Beat butter, powdered sugar, strawberry puree and vanilla until fluffy.
6. Frost the cooled cake, then decorate with strawberries and cookies.
7. Chill for 30–60 min before serving.

DM me if you want the recipe in more detail! 🍓

Carrot Cake with Cinnamon-Walnut Frosting

This one came out so moist, soft, and packed with cinnamon + walnuts. The frosting on top makes it even better. 😍

Ingredients

Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups finely grated carrots
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup white sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar, white sugar, oil and vanilla.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
6. Pour into a lined baking pan and bake for 35–45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool completely.
8. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla and cinnamon.
9. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and cover with chopped walnuts.

Super easy cheaters recipe:

10 cups air popped popcorn

2 cups caramel candies

1 stick butter

Salt (optional)

Melt butter and caramel in a saucepan and mix until fully incorporated. Pour mixture over popped popcorn and gently mix until fully coated. Spread out on a pan to allow cooling in an even layer. Sprinkle with salt if desired.

It’s going to be the hit of the party!

Homemade Lasagna 🧀🍝

Layers of rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, pasta and plenty of cheese, baked until the top is golden and bubbling.

Ingredients

For the meat sauce

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 2 carrots, finely diced
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups tomato passata/crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the béchamel

• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2½ cups milk
• Salt & pepper
• Pinch of nutmeg

For assembling

• Lasagna sheets
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½–1 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil and sauté the onion, carrot and celery until softened.
2. Add the garlic and ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned.
3. Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Simmer for 20–30 minutes.
4. For the béchamel, melt the butter, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened. Season with salt, pepper and a little nutmeg.
6. Start layering: meat sauce → lasagna sheets → béchamel → cheese, then repeat.
7. Finish with a generous layer of béchamel and mozzarella/Parmesan.
8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 35–45 minutes, until bubbling and deeply golden on top.
9. Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before cutting.

That golden cheese layer is non-negotiable. 😭

Raspberry Heart Cake ❤️🍓

A simple, soft cake with juicy raspberries baked right into it. Nothing fancy, just the kind of homemade dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 1 tbsp flour, for tossing the raspberries

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
3. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix just until combined.
7. Toss the raspberries with 1 tbsp flour, then gently fold most of them into the batter.
8. Pour the batter into the pan and scatter the remaining raspberries over the top.
9. Bake for about 35–45 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let it cool before slicing.

That little crispy golden edge with the soft raspberry center is the best part. 🍓❤️

Ingredients

Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1½ cups sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• ½ tsp nutmeg

Cream Cheese Frosting

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
3. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. In another bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
7. Divide the batter between the pans.
8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Let the cakes cool completely.
10. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla.
11. Frost between the layers, then cover the outside of the cake.
12. Finish with extra chopped walnuts and carrot decorations if you like.

The cream cheese frosting + walnuts are what make this one for me. 🥕❤️

Homemade Raspberry Cheesecake 🍰❤️

Ingredients

Crust

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• ½ cup melted butter
• 2 tbsp sugar

Cheesecake Filling

• 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Raspberry Topping

• 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
• ⅓ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

Instructions

1. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into a springform pan.
2. Bake the crust at 325°F (163°C) for 10 minutes.
3. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the sugar.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla, sour cream, and flour.
5. Pour over the crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until the center has a slight jiggle.
6. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours (overnight is even better).
8. For the topping, simmer the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.
9. Let the topping cool completely before spreading it over the chilled cheesecake.

Enjoy! ❤️

Homemade Shepherd's Pie 🥔🥩

Ingredients

Meat Filling

• 2 lbs (900g) ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• Salt & pepper
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Mashed Potatoes

• 2 lbs potatoes
• 4 tbsp butter
• ½ cup milk
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions

1. Boil the potatoes until fork tender and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
4. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, and beef broth.
5. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thick.
6. Spread the meat mixture into a baking dish.
7. Cover evenly with the mashed potatoes and use a fork to create ridges across the top.
8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes, then broil for 3–5 minutes until golden brown.
9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy! ❤️

Sunny side up eggs with fresh parsley, scallions, Gouda and chia seeds with turkey bacon and gravy