As August rolls on and we inch closer to the end of winter I’m still reaching for comfort meals that are nourishing and warming. This rich and satisfying mushroom and miso soup is like an umami-packed hug in a bowl. Earthy mixed mushrooms, chewy pearl barley and savoury miso paste come together in this easy soup elevated with flavour boosters like fresh ginger and soy sauce. It’s a hearty vegetarian dish that you’ll enjoy on cold days.
The other day, I found myself craving a classic baked potato—crisp and golden on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. It’s not the prettiest dish, but there’s something deeply comforting about it. Hearty, satisfying, and rich with umami, it’s the perfect vegetarian lunch or dinner for chilly winter days.
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If a creamy, comforting and quick meal is what you’re after then you’re in the right place. Not only does this meal deliver on flavour, but it’s a one pot wonder so you’ll have less washing up to do afterwards, love it! The hero of this recipe is the orzo, which cooks together in the pot with all of the other ingredients. My family might argue that the chorizo is in fact the real hero here, and who can blame them?
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After being battered by storms and making it through a bitterly cold winter it seems to be safe to come out again and enjoy the outdoors. We tend to go into hibernation over the winter, but now that the sunshine is back we’re looking forward to more get-togethers with friends and entertaining at home.
I love a bowl of creamy pasta and the unseasonably cooler weather we’ve been having this week has me craving meals like this, they’re just so comforting. This is another great recipe to keep handy for weeknight suppers as it’s quick to prepare and the whole family will love it.
We’ve enjoyed this meal a few times over the last few weeks, and if you’re a mushroom lover like us then I’m sure you’ll love it too. This meat free stroganoff is so creamy and comforting, and thanks to the texture and umami flavour of the mushrooms you probably won’t even miss the meat.
There is definitely a winter chill in the air! Bring on the boots, scarves, hot chocolate and cosy evenings by the fire, I love it all. Also, what better excuse to embrace comfort food (although if I’m honest I do that all year round) and dishes like this easy one pan chicken meal.
Life has suddenly gone from zero to hectic now that we are well into January and getting back into our regular routine at home. And that means that when it comes to dinner time I find myself reaching for my collection of quick recipes for speedy, delicious suppers. Like today’s easy chicken recipe which I am sure you will love!
Cupcakes & Couscous 