dinner

Dinner feels like a chance to slow down and cook with care. It’s the meal where I bring out those big flavours and let ingredients shine. I’ve included easy weeknight dinners, comforting classics, and dishes that work well for sharing. These recipes are built for evenings when you want proper food without spending hours in the kitchen. They’re the ones I keep coming back to for good reason.

  • Pumpkin Gratin with Fresh Sage and Gruyère

    Tender pumpkin baked in sage cream and golden cheese Pumpkin gratin is one of those dishes that looks impressive when it comes bubbling out of the oven but is surprisingly straightforward to make. Thin slices …

  • Smoky Pumpkin with Paprika and Garlic

    Deep, savoury flavour with gentle heat When I want pumpkin to feel hearty but not heavy, I reach for smoked paprika and garlic. The paprika brings a gentle warmth and a deep, smoky depth, while …

  • Warm Pumpkin and Rocket Salad with Feta and Pomegranate

    Fresh, peppery greens with sweet pumpkin and juicy pomegranate seeds Sometimes a plate needs something bright to cut through richness, and this warm salad does just that. Roasted pumpkin brings gentle sweetness, while peppery rocket …

  • Pumpkin with Yoghurt and Za’atar

    A creamy, aromatic side with a warm spice lift Pumpkin loves bold flavours, and this dish proves it. Soft roasted wedges meet cool, tangy yoghurt and a generous sprinkle of za’atar, which adds herby, nutty, …

  • Pumpkin and Green Bean Stir-Fry

    A crisp, colourful side with a savoury edge When I want a pumpkin side dish that’s not heavy or overtly autumnal, I reach for this stir-fry. It’s bright in colour, quick to make, and carries …

  • Crispy Pumpkin Fritters with Chilli Honey Drizzle

    Crunchy-edged fritters with soft pumpkin centres I love a side dish that can be eaten with a fork or fingers, and pumpkin fritters fit that bill perfectly. These have a crisp, golden exterior from shallow …

  • Pumpkin Mash with Roasted Garlic and Thyme

    Smooth pumpkin mash with mellow roasted garlic Pumpkin mash has always been my answer when I want the comfort of mashed potatoes but with a lighter, slightly sweeter note. The roasted garlic in this version …

  • Courgette, Lemon, and Mint Salad

    This courgette, lemon, and mint salad is great in summer When the weather is warm, I find myself reaching for dishes that feel crisp and lively rather than heavy or complex. This courgette, lemon, and …

  • Charred Courgettes with Yoghurt, Mint, and Sumac

    I first made this dish a couple of days after a trip to a small Lebanese restaurant in London. The courgettes were charred until smoky, then topped with cool yoghurt, fresh mint, and a dusting …

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