Category Archives: Speedy suppers

Speedy suppers

The Daddy takeover: Holy Frijoles!

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Today’s guest post comes from Ed Owen, the editor of DaddyBeGood, a website dedicated to fathers who want to be more involved with their kids and are looking for ideas and practical ways to enhance family life. It is written by … Continue reading →

Posted in Side dishes, Speedy suppers, vegetarian | Tagged cowboy, mexican cooking, pulses, refried beans, vegetarian | Leave a comment

Roasted tomato tart with goats cheese and pesto

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Roasted tomatoes are such a pleasure, especially at this time of year when homegrown varieties are plentiful and full of flavour. I halved 10 large tomatoes and put them on an oven tray – scattered them with chopped garlic, some … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking, Speedy suppers, vegetarian | Tagged home baking, pesto, puff pastry, quick recipe, roasted tomatoes, simple supper, soft goats cheese, summer supper, tart | 2 Comments

Quick dinner idea: Creamy pasta with peas and fresh mint

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Comforting yet light and summery, this is a classic family fave in our house and oh-so-simple to cook when you have 10 minutes to make dinner. It’s one of those recipes where you’ve probably got most of the ingredients in … Continue reading →

Posted in One pot suppers, Pasta dishes, Speedy suppers, Storecupboard cooking, vegetarian | Tagged blogging event, comfort food, cream cheese, family favourites, feeding boys, lemon, mint, Parmesan, pasta, presto pasta nights, quick recipe, quick supper, vegetarian | 10 Comments

Speedy toddler lunch: Crumpet pizza with cream cheese celery bites

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Feeding toddlers is rarely a treat for an enthusiastic cook like myself. It really doesn’t matter what you decide to make you’re always on the back foot. You can never possibly make it quick enough – once the hunger-bellowing-rampage kicks … Continue reading →

Posted in Lunches, Speedy suppers, Storecupboard cooking | Tagged crumpet, family favourites, feeding boys, leftovers, pizza, quick lunches, quick recipe, quick supper, speedy lunches, toddler | 9 Comments

Another vegetarian in the house and delish Coconut Quorn Curry

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Katie Bryson

My quest for creating delicious veggie evening meals has taken on a new urgency since Sam converted to the cause last week. Yes my five-year-old son is learning about animals this term at school, and after a lively class discussion … Continue reading →

Posted in Speedy suppers, vegetarian | Tagged coconut milk, comfort food, Curry, curry paste, family favourites, feeding boys, frozen peas, quick recipe, quick supper, quorn, spinach, vegetables, vegetarian, veggie | 3 Comments

Simple supper: Cheese, leek and bacon pasta

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I don’t know about you but I’ve been chilly this week, it’s like summer has been and gone. The rain has lashed down and I’ve found myself reaching for the blankets and a warming mug of hot chocolate. So in … Continue reading →

Posted in leftovers, Pasta dishes, Speedy suppers, Storecupboard cooking | Tagged bacon, cheese, cheesy pasta, comfort food, creamy pasta, family favourites, feeding boys, leeks, mustard, pasta, quick recipe, quick supper, warming | 2 Comments

Broccoli and tomato tart

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Regular readers will know I’m a bit partial to a puff pastry tart, especially when all it requires is reaching for some ready-made ready-rolled pastry. Lazy? Me? Too right! It’s a real quickie of a meal, it takes about 30 … Continue reading →

Posted in Lunches, Side dishes, Speedy suppers, Storecupboard cooking, vegetarian | Tagged baking, comfort food, family favourites, feeding boys, home baking, puff pastry, puff tart, quick recipe, quick supper, vegetables, veggie recipe | 4 Comments

Steam cooker review: The vegetarian cooking starts in earnest

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Katie Bryson

This is my first post as part of the Morphy Richards House Proud Innovators’ scheme. I’ll be sent a product from the Morphy Richards range to test out, review and share with you. There will also be the chance for … Continue reading →

Posted in Product reviews, Speedy suppers, vegetarian | Tagged cows cous, healthy cooking, healthy eating, home of the house proud, intellisteam, morphy richards, quick supper, Review, steamer, stuffed peppers, vegetables, vegetarian recipe | 3 Comments

Hot smoked salmon and purple sprouting lattice tart

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I’m very partial to a puff pastry tart – very quick to put together and results in a tasty and satisfying family supper. This version is inspired by May’s Good Food Magazine. They suggest using poached salmon and broccoli as … Continue reading →

Posted in Fish dishes, Speedy suppers | Tagged broccoli, puff pastry, purple sprouting, quick recipe, salmon, simple supper, tart | Leave a comment

Chicken parmigiana

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I haven’t posted a recipe for a proper meal in what seems like ages, so I’m going to pull my socks up this week and hit with you some family friendly fodder. I’ve been inspired by May’s copy of BBC … Continue reading →