Ella's Pantry

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188 recipes found

Dal gosht

Dal gosht

This dal gosht recipe is one of my absolute favorites because it's both deeply satisfying and surprisingly simple to pull together. Tender lamb shanks fall apart into a fragrant lentil curry that feels luxurious but doesn't break the bank, especially since red lentils are incredibly affordable. I love that the lentils are packed with protein and fiber, making this dish genuinely nourishing alongside being delicious. From prep to plate, you're looking at about an hour and a quarter, which means you can have a restaurant quality meal on the table on a weeknight. The warming spices create incredible depth of flavor, and honestly, your kitchen will smell absolutely heavenly while it cooks.

1 hr 25 mins
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Spicy pulled pork broth with noodles

Spicy pulled pork broth with noodles

This spicy pulled pork broth with noodles is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 40 minutes flat. The beauty of this dish is that it relies on leftover slow cooked pork, which means most of the hard work is already done. I love how the fragrant star anise and Sichuan pepper create this warming, tingling heat that feels so comforting, especially paired with tender noodles and pak choi. Ginger is the real star here, packed with anti inflammatory benefits that make this broth feel genuinely nourishing. It's simple enough for a busy Tuesday but impressive enough to serve to friends, and honestly, it costs very little to make.

40 mins
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Tomato kachumber gazpacho with soft paneer

Tomato kachumber gazpacho with soft paneer

This is my favorite way to serve gazpacho, blending the cool, refreshing flavors of a classic Spanish soup with the warmth of Indian spices and creamy paneer. Fresh tomatoes are packed with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart health, and here I've layered them with crisp cucumbers, tangy lime, and aromatic cumin. What I love most about this dish is how quick it comes together in just forty minutes, perfect for those nights when you want something impressive but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The soft paneer adds a lovely textural contrast and makes it substantial enough for a light meal.

40 mins
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Chunky cannellini bean & pancetta soup

Chunky cannellini bean & pancetta soup

This is my go to soup when I need something wholesome and satisfying in just fifteen minutes. The smoked pancetta gives it incredible flavor without any fussy technique, and the cannellini beans are packed with fiber and protein to keep you full. It's the kind of comforting dish that tastes like you've been cooking all day, but honestly requires barely any effort at all. A sprinkle of Parmigiano and fresh parsley finish it beautifully.

15 mins
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Spring ribollita

Spring ribollita

This is my favorite way to celebrate spring's arrival, a lighter take on the classic Tuscan ribollita that makes the most of tender young vegetables. I've simplified the traditional recipe so you can have a nourishing, satisfying soup on the table in just over an hour without much fuss. The asparagus brings wonderful anti inflammatory benefits while the cannellini beans keep you full and energized. What I love most is how forgiving this dish is, using just a handful of simple ingredients that won't break the bank, yet somehow tastes like you've spent all day in the kitchen.

1 hr 10 mins
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Leek & apple soup with Cheddar croutons

Leek & apple soup with Cheddar croutons

This is one of my favorite weeknight suppers because it comes together in just about an hour, and you probably have most of the ingredients already in your kitchen. The magic happens when you combine sweet Jazz apples with earthy leeks, creating this beautifully balanced soup that feels both comforting and a little bit special. Leeks are wonderful for your digestion and packed with vitamins, but honestly, what really makes this dish shine is topping it with crispy Cheddar croutons that add the perfect textural contrast. It's simple, affordable, and absolutely delicious.

55 mins
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Lentil & coconut soup with spiced tofu patties

Lentil & coconut soup with spiced tofu patties

This is one of my favorite go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just fifty minutes from start to finish. The creamy coconut soup paired with crispy spiced tofu patties creates the most satisfying bowl, and lentils are packed with protein and fiber to keep you feeling full and energized. I love how simple it is to make, with the curry paste doing most of the flavor work for you. It's the kind of comforting, nourishing meal that makes you feel like you've spent ages in the kitchen, but honestly, you barely have to think about it.

50 mins
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Pea & broccoli soup with chive scones

Pea & broccoli soup with chive scones

This is one of my favourite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just over an hour and feels genuinely nourishing. The silky pea and broccoli soup pairs beautifully with warm, herb flecked scones that you can have baking while the soup simmers away. Broccoli is packed with vitamin C and fibre, so you're getting real goodness in every bowl. What I love most is how simple it all is, with minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, making it perfect when you want something wholesome without spending ages in the kitchen.

1 hr 5 mins
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Italian vegetable soup with poached eggs & bread

Italian vegetable soup with poached eggs & bread

This Italian vegetable soup is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 40 minutes from start to table. The porcini mushrooms add such deep, earthy flavor that makes it taste like you've been simmering it all day, and they're packed with antioxidants too. What I love most is how simple it is to throw together the soffritto mix does all the hard work for you and then you just top each bowl with a poached egg and some crusty bread. It's comforting, nourishing, and honestly costs very little to make.

40 mins
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Cherry tomato, butter bean & harissa soup

Cherry tomato, butter bean & harissa soup

This is my go to soup when I want something warming and deeply flavourful without spending hours in the kitchen. Cherry tomatoes and butter beans come together beautifully with a generous spoonful of harissa, creating a vibrant bowl that's ready in just thirty minutes. Butter beans are packed with fibre and protein, making this soup satisfying enough to stand alone as a light meal. What I love most is how forgiving and budget friendly it is, using simple pantry staples that deliver big flavour every single time.

30 mins
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Italian-style spring soup

Italian-style spring soup

This Italian style spring soup is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just an hour and costs surprisingly little to make. I love how the fresh spring greens give you a serious boost of vitamins and minerals, plus they add such a lovely vibrant color to the pot. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity: just chop your vegetables, toss everything into one pot, and let it simmer while you relax. A spoonful of basil pesto at the end brings authentic Italian flavor without any fuss, and the hearty brown rice and chickpeas make it genuinely satisfying. It's the kind of comforting, wholesome meal that feels homemade and special but won't keep you stuck at the stove.

1 hr
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Roasted Cod with Daikon and Ginger Broth

Roasted Cod with Daikon and Ginger Broth

This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes restaurant quality. Delicate cod gets roasted until perfectly flaky, then served in a fragrant ginger and daikon broth that feels both comforting and light. Ginger is wonderful for digestion and gives this dish its signature warmth, while the daikon radish adds a lovely subtle sweetness. What I love most is how simple it is to make, yet it feels special enough to impress anyone at your table. Fresh cilantro and lime brighten everything up at the end, making it feel bright and balanced.

45 mins
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