Vegetable Lasagne

The picture might not look as appealing but this lasagne really tastes very nice, you wouldn’t even miss the meat. I’ve chopped the vegetables really small so that my kids can’t pick them out and it worked!

Swede and Potato Bake

A classic vegetarian dish that is delicious on its own, with a salad or as a side with a red meat. Max had to get used to the taste of Swedes but when we had it a second time he was totally up for it.

Ham and Mushroom Pasta Bake

This is a slightly healthier version of an Austrian family favourite. The recipe is for four but I think Erich and I could probably finish it, just because it’s so nice!

Parsnip, Leek and Potato Soup

This is a great light supper for the whole family. In future, I will just save a few spoons before seasoning and mash them up for baby Leo.

Pumpkin, Chickpea and Roasted Pepper Stew

A lovely wintery one-pot dish. The spices really work their wonders here. It’s such an easy dish without meat but it still tastes like a hearty stew. It fills your tummy and keeps you warm.

Mini Tuna and Spinach Muffins

A tasty but healthy snack. These delicious savoury muffins are perfect for children’s parties or picnics. They are a slightly healthier alternative to sausage rolls and sandwiches.

Super Soft Mushroom Meatballs

Everyone loves meatballs. Here’s a great recipe for smuggling in some vitamins for your little ones. This time we had them with mashed potatoes but they are also great with rice or oven chips.

Tomato Soup with Polenta Dumplings

Hi, I’m back! My apologies for taking a break but somehow two kids are slightly more challenging than I thought. Little Leo is almost 3 months now and with Max back at nursery, it’s time to continue blogging. This gorgeous tomato soup can definitely be served as a main for lunch or supper. Max and his friend couldn’t get enough of it. More Suppe, please!

Sausage and Potato Casserole (Potato Goulash)

Family comfort food.   Spent the last two weeks at grandma’s house where we got spoiled with Austrian cuisine. However, back in my own kitchen, meals have to go a bit quicker.

Peanut Butter Beef Stew

My friend Betty sent me one of her favourite family recipes. It’s a lovely beef stew using every kid’s (and grown up kid’s) favourite sandwich filling, peanut butter. We all loved it, you must try this!

Green Asparagus Omelette

Spanish omelette my way. An omelette is a quick and easy way out if you don’t know what to cook, assuming you’ve got potatoes and eggs in your fridge. With asparagus being in season this is a quick and easy idea for lunch or dinner after a busy day out.

Chicken & Aubergine Ragout with Couscous

I just love aubergines, especially when they are all sloppy. This lovely ragout can be served over pasta, baked potatoes or, like I did it this time, with couscous. The raisins add some sweetness, which kids will love. Well, Max definitely did!

Quick Ebly and Vegetable Stir-fry

The perfect dish for sunny days. Ebly is a brand name for Durum Wheat. You can buy it from Waitrose or Ocado. It looks like pearl barley but actually tastes more like pasta. Ebly takes only 10 minutes to cook and contains more nutrients than pasta. It’s simply great and kids love it!

Boiled Beef with Root Vegetables and Fried Potatoes

Definitely worth the effort I used to cook this quite a lot because it’s very quick to prepare and can be cooked the night before. Max had it for the first time today and he really loved all of it. You’ll also get a lovely beef stock, which we usually have as a beef noodle soup the following day.

All-in-One Roast Chicken & Mushroom Rice

This is proper comfort family food. Soft chicken with a lovely crusty skin and super tasty sticky rice, yummy! Don’t get put off by the amount of garlic that goes into it. You’ll be surprised how tasty it is. We had it with brown rice this time. Use white rice if you don’t have time to  soak it overnight. Brown rice without soaking doesn't work.

Veal & Carrot Ragout

Veal has a subtle flavour and fine texture, which makes it perfect for family meals right from the beginning. Add carrots, sage, parsley and white wine and you’ll get an amazing pasta sauce. I’ve already stocked up my freezer.

Courgette & Pumpkin Seed Fritters

Potato roesti have always been one of my favourites when my dad took over the kitchen.  This time I’ve made my own creation and added a few healthy ingredients. The effort was definitely worth it!

Mild Chicken Korma

A mild aromatic curry  This is the perfect family meal! We love the sweet and savoury flavours combined with the almonds and coconut giving the sauce a rich nutty texture. It’s quick and easy and most importantly, it’s free from artificial colours and preservatives.

Traditional Beef Goulash

A simple and tasty Austrian-Hungarian classic. It takes some time to cook but is ideal for re-heating. In fact, it’s even better if enjoyed the next day.

Polenta-Tomato-Mozzarella Bake

A delicious alternative to pizza. Just top your polenta base with your favourite toppings and put it in the oven. This dish is perfect for advance preparation and re-heating.