good plates
Simple, wholesome recipes you’ll actually want to make.
Good Plates are all about real food, real flavour and meals that fit into everyday life, whether you need quick midweek dinners, family favourites or something a little more considered for when you have the time.
Creamy Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan & White Beans
Golden chicken meatballs, creamy white beans and plenty of greens, all wrapped up in a deeply savoury sauce. Serve it straight from the pan with a slab of fresh sourdough for scooping up every last bit.
A good Sunday roast chook with dutch carrots & chickpeas
Rustic, golden and gloriously unfussy. A classic roast chicken with plenty of flavour, one easy roasted side and something crisp and fresh to cut through the richness.
Anti-inflammatory overnight oats with yoghurt & berries
These anti-inflammatory overnight oats are a quick and simple way to nourish yourself - no cooking or hours spent slaving away in the kitchen required. Add whichever toppings take your fancy and enjoy the delicious sense of virtue that comes from being exceptionally organised.
Slow-braised lamb shoulder with salsa verde
The smell of lamb slowly bubbling away in the oven on a Sunday is hard to beat. Tender, comforting and deeply flavoured, it’s paired with a bright, briny salsa verde to cut through the richness. Your new weekend go-to when you feel like slowing down.
‘Not so Chilli Con Carne’
Everybody needs a Chilli recipe. And this one will keep everyone at the table happy! Even better the next day after you allow those flavours to mingle.
Your new favourite pasta sauce (thats not made from tomatoes)
Silky roasted red capsicum, caramelised garlic and ricotta come together in this simple, family-friendly pasta that's perfect for winter.
Banana bread that doesn’t suck (GF)
Everyone needs a banana bread recipe in their life. This naturally gluten-free loaf is packed with protein, healthy fats and fibre, making it the perfect nourishing snack—especially when served warm with plenty of butter.
Chicken & fennel tray bake with citrusy miso dressing
Inspired by a clever Alison Roman chicken recipe, with a Good Plate twist. Crispy chicken, sweet winter oranges and fragrant fennel — a simple, flavour-packed dinner the whole family loves.
Potato, white bean & Jerusalem artichoke soup
Winter comfort in a bowl. Jerusalem artichokes bring earthy flavour and a serious prebiotic fibre boost — so go easy on them if you're prone to a little tooting... or don't. Your call.
Dried fig, orange & dark chocolate slice
Need a break from the date(ing) scene?
Here I’ve taken Turkish figs (instead of dates) and made them into the base of a lunchbox friendly treat that is both indulgent and nourishing in equal measures.
Easy Grilled Med-Style Chicken for Lazy Nights
So simple, so versatile, so delicious. Underrated. There really are no rules when it comes to what flavours you marinate your chicken bits with - so use what I’ve done as simply a guide and have some fun.
‘Choccy Road’
This is my take on the classic Australian slice Rocky Road. Here I’ve used lots of nuts, seeds and dried fruit to give the delicious texture and (natural) sweetness the Rocky Road is famous for.
Blueberry & Chia Mini Muffins
When treating yourself actually means nourishing your body - you know you’re in for a win. No refined sugar - just simple, natural sweetness and goodness that ticks all the boxes. The perfect lunchbox treat.
‘Ratatouille’ for breakfast (or whenever you like)
This is a bit of a mashup that brings together a French classic, and a Middle Eastern icon. So good for leftovers as the flavours get better and better as the days go on. Hope you love it,
Braised white beans with chicken meatballs and cavatelli
A family favourite recipe that I’ve adapted over the years - have with or without pasta - and always double the meatballs so you have some in the freezer for a lazy, rainy day. Don’t skimp on the parmesan either.
One pot teriyaki chicken rice (that your kids will love)
My family absolutely LOVED this dish. The home made teriyaki sauce has a beautiful sweetness that comes from only a little raw sugar. Go hard on the accompaniments like chilli sauce for the not so little kids for extra flavour and fun!
No bake chocolate & coconut energy bliss balls
The perfect filling and chocolatey snack for when you’re on the run. A cinch to make too!
EMW || Nana’s Mountain Miso caramel
This stuff is actually addictive. Serve with my plum and pear crumble and vanilla gelato - a little goes a looooong way!
EMW || Radicchio, fennel & herb salad with citrus miso dressing
Fresh, crunchy and full of goodness and zing. SO many health benefits in this one! Get your lips around it.
EMW || Plum pear hazelnut crumble
Plum, pears, hazelnuts & miso are a match made in sweet umami heaven. Photo credit Carmen’s Kitchen - I will upload my own once I take a decent one - but you get the idea!
Image via Carmen’s Kitchen.

