I make this creamy chicken and leek risotto when I want slow, relaxed cooking. Top it with golden lemon pepper chicken. Lemony, but still cozy, and perfect for date night.

These air fryer cabbage wedges go sweet in the middle, smoky at the edges, then get dressed with chili oil, thyme and Parmesan. Simple, punchy, and weeknight-friendly.

These miso beans come together in one pan, the sauce turns creamy in minutes, the spinach wilts straight into it, and you still get that feeling of variety with greens folded through your beans, plus sundried tomatoes and basil on top.

These buttermilk crepes are thicker than classic crepes, slightly tangy, and easy to flip. Perfect for sweet toppings or savory fillings.

A winter soup and stew roundup to support gut health, with fiber-forward recipes made with beans, lentils, and plenty of vegetables. Perfect for leftovers and busy weeks.

These apple sourdough muffins are soft, gently spiced with a pinch of cinnamon and orange zest, and crammed with juicy pockets of baked apple (which by the way gives you pectin-rich fibre). If, like me, you get sad to throw away any spare sourdough starter …

Romanian-style clear chicken soup with carrots and potatoes, served family-style. Chicken pieces are poached, skimmed once, then simmered with a whole onion for sweetness. Halved potatoes cook until tender, then chicken, potatoes and onion are lifted out so the broth stays clear. Finish with parsley and garlic sauce.

Winter weeknights call for something that tastes like comfort, but it’s nourishing and fast. My carrot and coriander soup maker version is bright and gently spiced. I add a generous amount of lentils to keep it satisfying and a good squeeze of lemon to balance that carrot sweetness.

A creamy whipped feta base topped with a bright cranberry-orange sauce and a warm drizzle of hot honey. This cranberry whipped feta dip comes together quickly and brings a cozy, festive flavor to any cheese board or holiday table.

A cozy broccoli and Stilton soup in a soup maker with a white-bean twist: silky, high-fibre, no cream needed – finished with lemon and a crunchy seed topping.