Stocks, sauces, dressings and dependable bits — flavourful foundations that make everything else sing. Quiet recipes with endless ripple effects. If you’d like to carry these flavours further, explore Sauces and Drizzles — the finishing touches that bring every dish to life.
Golden-skinned, tender-fleshed and full of springtime charm — these Jersey Royals are roasted hot and fast for crisp jackets and nutty flavour. No fuss, no peeling, just a little shake and some good oil. Perfect with broad bean hummus, lemony greens, or mustardy lentils. A nostalgic, fleeting classic — and utterly worth the wait.
These turmeric-bright kohlrabi pickles are sweet, tangy and quietly addictive. Inspired by Eastern European traditions, they come together in minutes and liven up sandwiches, rice bowls or mezze. A small jar of golden goodness to keep in the fridge for when meals need a lift.
Crunchy, golden crackers made with just four seeds and a pinch of flour. These pantry darlings come together with water and time – no faff, no waste. Perfect for scooping, dipping, or breaking over a bowl of soup. And if you’ve got wild garlic to hand, make a wild garlic butter it and never look back.
A quiet foundational recipe for cooks who like to build from the ground up. This homemade vegetable stock is full of quiet character, and is an essential building block.
Cooked on a camp stove, eaten cross-legged in the grass or under a sky full of stars – this pasta is simple, sunshine-bright, and just what you want after a day out in the wild. Lightly sauced, full of flavour, and easy to pull together with minimal kit. A bowlful of calm after adventure.
This beetroot and black bean hummus brings a little earth-magic to the table. Deep in colour and velvety in texture, it’s a grounded, nourishing twist on the familiar. Rich, robust, and plant-based, it’s more than just a dip – it’s a small, bold moment on a plate, ready for spreading, scooping, or savouring slowly.
Summer’s edging in – time for sunshine picnics, smoky grills, and those familiar, joyfully messy flavours. Enter the Plantastical Fantastical Summer-Is-Coming Vegan Hot Dog: a meat-free marvel with all the nostalgic charm, none of the heaviness. It’s cheerful, satisfying, and just a little bit silly – in that very good, summer-holiday kind of way.
Stir-fries should be fast, fresh and full of flavour – but too often they turn out soggy or bland. This guide shows you how to avoid common mistakes, master key techniques, and build brilliant vegan stir-fries with confidence. With protein know-how, sauce tips, and clear instructions, it's your new kitchen essential.
Rich with tomatoes, herbs and tender red beans, this one-pot stew is full of deep, savoury comfort. Soft tofu and chia dumplings steam on top, adding a herby lift and a satisfying bite. It's a quiet, nourishing dish – sturdy, simple, and generous – the kind of food that waits patiently and rewards you for showing up hungry.
These falafel take their lead from Ottolenghi – herb-heavy, warmly spiced, and full of texture. Air frying gives them that perfect crisp shell and tender centre. Served on flatbread with crisp salad, generous blobs of vegan mayo, and a scattering of rose petals for colour and quiet joy – it’s a plate worth pausing for.
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