pasta and rice dishes

struggle supreme pasta

17 june 2026

I had a sandwich a couple of weeks ago that was essentially a supreme pizza, and the flavours just stayed with me. The combination of tomato, capsicum, salami, cheese and olive is just so solid and familiar. I was craving it, but I didn’t want a pizza. So I just threw all the ingredients together into some pasta and discovered a real struggle hero meal.

pumpkin mac & cheese

15 april 2026

There aren’t many things better than a big, ol gooey bowl of mac and cheese. But it’s not exactly considered a health food. So if you’re feeling a little guilty about indulging, why not add a cup of pureed pumpkin?! It adds a whole lot of fibre, and vitamins and minerals, and counts as one of your vegetables serves for the day.

high protein bolognese

27 march 2026

Bolognese is one of those recipes that is such an all-rounder. It’s easy to make, it’s tasty, nutritious, freezes well, and I actually make it all the time. This is, by no means, a traditional bolognese, but who cares? It’s your meal, make it your own.

roast vegetable couscous

10 september 2024

Pearl couscous is an easy way to elevate your weeknight meals. The different texture makes for a nice change, yet it is just as easy to cook as rice or pasta. This dish really takes minimal effort. Just chop up a couple of vegetables, chuck them in the oven, boil some couscous, top with feta and mix it all together.

creamy pasta sauce

11 may 2024

I don’t know about you, but sometimes I just crave a nice, big bowl of creamy pasta goodness. Something garlicky, cheesy, salty with the soft texture of a delicate, stringy pasta. This versatile sauce hits the spot every time, and it’s as easy as it is delicious. It’s by no means revolutionary, but you’ll never be disappointed.