Sophie Gray

Looking for your next crowd-pleasing starter? This bread ring dip recipe ticks all the boxes. Cheesy spinach dip is surrounded by homemade bread rolls then baked to perfection in one skillet

The classic banana split gets a delicious upgrade in this sophisticated sundae recipe. Bananas are cooked in a gooey warm toffee rum sauce then served with ice cream and nuts. Heaven!

Indulge in little rolls of heaven with this banana cigarillos recipe. With golden filo pastry, brandy-spiked bananas and maple dipping cream, this sweet creation is sure to go down a treat for dessert

Step up your side dish game with this delicious bacon-wrapped parsnip and potato loaf recipe. Simple yet impressive, this loaf is perfect served warm in thick slices at your next family dinner

A comfort food classic gets a vegetarian twist in this pot pie recipe. Peanut and parsnip curry is encased in puff pastry and baked until perfectly golden and crispy for a warming family meal

Two cuisines collide in this delicious latke recipe. Traditional Jewish potato pancakes are given a tasty twist with Thai green curry paste and parsnip to create a gorgeous breakfast or brunch

This gorgeous kiwifruit, ginger and apple crumble recipe is what winter is all about. Fruity, comforting and lightly spiced, this dessert is perfect served warm with a dollop of vanilla ice-cream

Lush kiwifruit curd is the star of this gorgeous tart recipe. Serve in chocolate coated tart cases with a garnish of fresh kiwifruit for the perfect dessert at your next sweet occasion

Cheese, bacon, pasta, meatballs - this recipe has it all! Hansells All Natural Italian Tomato and Meatball Soup is the key to getting this delicious meal on the table in under an hour

It doesn't get much easier than this delicious one-pan meal! This chicken parmigiana recipe makes quick work of creating this Italian favourite for a speedy weeknight dinner the family will love

Love chicken satay? This recipe is a tasty twist on this takeaway favourite, pairing homemade chicken meatballs with from-scratch satay sauce. Serve with rice and green veges for a delicious family meal

This one's for the butter chicken buffs! Everyone's favourite curry is transformed into soup form thanks to this delicious recipe from Sophie Gray. Serve with naan bread for a warming family meal

Enjoy your next Sunday roast quick smart with this rapid roast chicken recipe. Using butterflied chicken cuts down on the cooking time of this dish, which is so good served with potatoes and thyme

Get things popping with this delicious crispy popcorn chicken recipe! These little bites are perfect dipped in honey mustard mayo, served with an ice cold beer and enjoyed with friends

Spag bol gets a delicious gluten-free makeover in this squaghetti recipe. The thin, noodle-like strings of spaghetti squash are the perfect pasta alternative that's perfect topped with bolognese sauce

Put that leftover squash to good use in this delicious croquette recipe. Crunchy, cheesy and oh-so moreish, these bites are perfect for entertaining. Serve with pesto aioli for a tasty finishing touch

This muffin pan frittata recipe creates the perfect low carb meal! Fill with any leftover veges you have on hand and serve for breakfast, lunch or a fuss-free dinner with relish and a fresh side salad

This fresh and crunchy apple and mint slaw recipe makes tasty work of getting in plenty of fruit and veg during the winter months. Serve with paprika crumbed schnitzel for a delicious family meal

Indulge in a spot of good old fashioned baking with this classic Dutch apple tart recipe. Serve how you like it—warm or cold, with cream or ice cream, for dessert or an afternoon tea treat

Get creative with the humble Brussels sprout! In this recipe, tender roasted sprouts are stirred through creamy tagliatelle alfredo to create a comforting meal that's perfect served on chilly nights

Brussels sprouts have long had a tough time of it, regularly being voted the world’s most hated vegetable. Discover just how delicious they can be with this Roasted Brussels sprouts with maple glaze recipe

Brussels sprouts are big on nutrients, low on calories and very filling. Let them shine in this delicious hawker-style noodle recipe - it's quick, easy and packed with flavour

It doesn't get much better than this zingy ginger and grapefruit sponge pudding recipe. Gently spiced and with gorgeous citrus notes, this dessert is perfect served with ice cream or thick Greek yoghurt

This finger-lickin' ribs recipe is taken to delicious new heights with a tangy yet sweet grapefruit maple marinade. Serve with plenty of napkins and icy cold beer for a meal that's sure to satisfy

Embrace the zingy tartness of citrus with this gorgeous grapefruit and marmalade cake recipe. Drizzled in a tangy glaze, this moreish cake is perfectly indulgent without being too sweet

Give budget-friendly drumsticks a go in this delicious sticky teriyaki chicken recipe. Simple, tasty and ready in less than an hour, this dish is sure to become a family favourite

Searching for your new favourite slice recipe? Look no further than this spiced toffee apple crumble slice that's layered with all sorts of moreish goodies. Enjoy with a hot cuppa or share with the kiddies over a glass of milk

Nothing says Easter like a fruity hot cross bun, warm from the oven. This sultana and spice hot cross buns recipe makes easy work of creating this Easter favourite at home

Creating the world's trendiest treat just got easier with this faux cronut recipe. Puff pastry is the key to making this deliciously flaky dessert in just 30 minutes. Serve with vanilla custard cream and chocolate glaze

This cheat's recipe makes quick work of creating a delicious Danish from scratch. Filled with cream cheese and lemon curd, this dessert is best served warm drizzled with vanilla glaze

Looking for a winning vegetarian recipe? With perfectly puffed pastry, these three cheese spinach gallettes are great served for a tasty snack, filling lunch or light weeknight meal

This puff pie recipe creates perfect little parcels of flavour. Fill with leftover cooked chicken and creamy mustard sauce or pack with leftover casserole, curry or pasta sauce

This easy antipasto tart recipe is simply delicious. Mix up the toppings according to what you have in the fridge and serve warm or cold for a vibrant lunch or vegetarian dinner

Put that puff pastry to good use with this delicious cheat's version of pain au chocolat. Spiked with raspberry jam and with a hint of hazelnuts, this dessert recipe is sure to go down a treat

Sweet, nutty butternut is the key to making this delicious risotto shine. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for creating a tasty, comforting weeknight meal

Looking for a delicious high fibre recipe? These butternut and black bean soft tacos are packed with veges and perfect enjoyed for a quick, healthy family meal

This butternut strudel recipe creates a delicious, comforting vegetarian meal. Spiked with herbs and studded with nuts, this strudel is best served warm with a fresh side salad

This autumnal salad recipe marries pears, hazelnuts and prosciutto with a homemade honey balsamic dressing to create a stunning side dish that manages to combine sweet, crunchy and salty flawlessly

This gorgeous recipe sees juicy pears, sweet chocolate and crystallised ginger come together in a delicious loaf. Dust with cinnamon sugar and serve warm, cold or toasted

Need a big hit of veges? This beetroot and orange superfood salad recipe ticks all the boxes. Healthy, raw and packed with natural goodness, this is a delicious power-packed lunch or side dish

This earthy beetroot, blue cheese and walnut braided bread recipe is lovely served warm with pre-dinner drinks. You could also pack it in a picnic, or serve it with a salad for a light lunch

Beef and brie burgers are taken to delicious new heights with a hearty serving of homemade beetroot relish. Ready from start to finish in 35 minutes, this recipe is a must-try

This recipe is for all the avo fans. Creamy, ripe avocados are filled with chilli-spiked prawns and drizzled with a tangy lime mayo. Heaven! Try as a delicious gluten-free starter

Often overlooked in favour of the apple, pear is a delightful fruit that looks as good as it tastes. This indulgent pear and toffee tart recipe is the perfect autumnal dessert

Creamy, green and a nutritionist’s dream, avocado is one of nature’s powerhouse foods. This avocado, mozzarella and tomato salad recipe is great served with crusty bread and enjoyed as a tasty side at your next al fresco meal

This Southern BBQ glazed chicken recipe is summer on a plate! Tender marinated chicken is anchored by a sensational couscous salad packed with basil and pomegranate

Light, crispy choux pastry is filled with passionfruit cream and drizzled in chocolate fudge in this delicious profiterole recipe. This dazzling dessert is to die for!

Lasagne gets a Mexican twist with this tasty tortilla stack recipe. Featuring layers of spiced beef, chilli beans and melted cheese, this dish is sure to become a family favourite

A flauta is classic Mexican dish consisting of soft tortillas filled, rolled, and fried to perfection. This recipe is given a Kiwi twist with the addition of asparagus, ham and cheddar cheese

Chimichangas are traditionally deep fried, however oven baking them in this recipe significantly reduces the fat content. Whip these up using leftover chicken, just make as many as your filling allows

Tortillas are the key to creating this delicious kumara curry hot pockets recipe. Serve with plenty of creamy yoghurt and tangy chutney next time the situation calls for some serious snacking!

Give tortillas a sweet twist with this French toast-inspired recipe. It makes an indulgent breakfast, especially when served with yoghurt. Try adding a dollop of cream or ice cream for dessert!

More than just a Mexican staple, tortillas can be used to make a variety of delicious meals. Try this easy recipe for tasty tortilla bowls packed with chilli chicken salad and avocado. Yum!

This plum upside down cake recipe is a must-try while this juicy stone fruit is in season. Serve this lightly spiced cake with a generous dollop of silky cream or ice cream

Ensure your Christmas has a showstopping finale with this gorgeous Christmas pudding icecream bombe recipe! Give this eye-catching dish a go for a deliciously different Xmas dessert

Add an edible edge to a festive favourite with this easy recipe! Fruit, chocolate and berries combine to create this merry berry summer fruit wreath - it's a must for any Christmas spread!

Create something special this festive season and delight your guests by preparing this white chocolate and pistachio Christmas tree recipe. It's a centrepiece that's good enough to eat!

Give a Christmas classic an edible edge with this delicious recipe idea! This tear and share bread wreath is perfect for festive entertaining, especially with this creamy roasted red pepper dip

These mandarin milk chocolate cookies are ideal with a glass of milk or a mug of tea, or as an after-dinner indulgence, try warming slightly in the microwave and sandwiching them with some ice cream

Chocolate and courgette, who would've thought? This tender courgette fudge cake recipe has a good chocolate flavour, there's no hint of the courgettes. They just help keep the cake moist, while adding some nutritional goodness

This dense, hearty courgette, cheddar and thyme soda bread recipe is the perfect way to take advantage of the glossy green courgette. Serve with a hard cheese, gherkins and pickled onions

Make the most of summer's bounty of courgettes with this cheesy courgette fritter recipe. Quick, easy and delicious, these fritters become a light meal when topped with a poached egg and bacon

Perfect on a hot summer afternoon, this 4 ingredient strawberry frozen yoghurt popsicle recipe is fantastic for the whole family to enjoy! Try it today for a deliciously cooling treat

This showstopping strawberry trifle recipe is a must for any sweet summer occasion - especially Christmas! Easy and requiring just a few ingredients, this recipe is a winner

Nothing says summer like a bright red, plump, heart-shaped strawberry. There are so many ways to enjoy this deliciously juicy, super sweet fruit, like this scrumptious strawberry galettes recipe

This recipe takes all the wonderful flavours of lasagne and transforms them into a delicious pie! Whether you're looking to wow guests or impress the family, this lasagne pie will deliver

This sausage, apple and sage braided pastry recipe looks impressive yet is quick and simple to create using frozen pastry sheets. It's the perfect addition to your next picnic or morning tea

Filled with exceptional flavour, this comforting and deliciously cheesy sausage, spinach and ravioli bake recipe is fantastic served for a tasty meal the whole family is sure to love

There are no bread-making skills required for this easy 'quick crust' pizza recipe. It’s a complete meal made from good quality herby sausages, veges and plenty of stretchy mozzarella cheese

Savoury and nourishing, this ginger chicken soup recipe is quick and easy to make. It’s both cosy and cleansing and can be made gluten-free by using rice noodles, gluten-free stock and tamari in place of soy sauce

Nana was not surprised to read on the interweb recently that animal fats appear to do little or no harm to heart health. My parents were farmers and theirs before them. For generations we have eaten off the land, and nothing but nothing went to waste, even fat. Drippings, as they were known, are the fat from cooked meat. They were spread on bread – butter being a luxury that could be sold, rather than eaten at home. Drippings were also used to roast spuds or fry bread. Grandad says you can’t beat a fried slice of bread with a bit of bacon and eggs. Drippings are full of flavour and are the backbone of proper gravy; no need for packets of anything. Really good gravy for a roast dinner needs only a whisk, some flour, the pan drippings and the water you cooked your veges in.

When you have lived together as long as Grandad and I have, one develops little strategies for dealing with the inevitable irritations that crop up. My mother used to iron away her stress, the thud of the iron serving as an early warning to us kids of disharmony in the ranks. Ironing was certainly preferable to swigging the cooking sherry like some of the mothers I knew. And as my father was a prickly character, it meant we were assured a constant supply of freshly ironed clothes. Grandad is a man of few words so tiffs are rare – he is more likely to glower meaningfully and stomp off to the shed; whereas I bake bread.Kneading – the physical action of making lumpy dough turn smooth and silken – is pure therapy and the smell as it bakes should be available on prescription. Finally, there’s the joy of slicing that first warm, crusty slice. And all is right with the world once more. But I don’t only bake bread when I’m cross; I make it because it pleases me so much. Hand-made bread is utterly different to store-bought in both texture and flavour and is particularly good toasted and topped with thick slices of Grandad’s heirloom tomatoes.