At the age of 16, I became a vegetarian. My mum had nothing against vegetarianism but wouldn't cook anything extra for me. As a result, for the next two weeks I lived on poached eggs. After that, I started experimenting in the kitchen. 30 years later, I haven't stopped experimenting - though I did stop being vegetarian at the age of 20. Here are some of my recipes you may like to try.

 

Chestnut and Parsnip Soup

Probably the best soup I have ever eaten. Very simple to make and very very tasty. Click on chestnut soup for the recipe.

Pesto

You can buy a jar of pesto from a supermarket but how much more satisfying - and tastier - and cheaper - to make your own pesto. It is very easy to make and tastes great. Click on pesto to find out how easy it is.

Elderflower Syrup

Tired of paying good money for overpriced and unhealthy fizzy drinks? Then make your own. Click on elderflower syrup to find out how to make the best elderflower syrup in the world.

Tomato Sauce

Are you lucky enough to live in a country where there is a plentiful supply of tomatoes in season? Then make some great tomato sauce which you can use for the rest of the year. Click on tomato sauce for the recipe.

Spicy Pumpkin Chutney

After years of practice, I now make a very mean spicy pumpkin chutney. The same recipe can be used for other vegetables - pumpkins just happen to be cheap. Click on spicy pumpkin chutney for the recipe.

Rosehip Syrup

Rosehips grow wild and are easy to pick. The syrup is also easy to make and has loads more vitamin C than oranges and blackcurrants. Click on rosehip syrup for the recipe

Lentil Burgers

They're cheap, they're nutritious and most importantly, they're yummy! Click on lentil burgers to find out how easy they are to make.

Yoghurt

Wonderfully easy to make and very versatile. Click on yoghurt to see how easy it is to make your own.

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