Author: Clare Andrews

Keen home cook Clare Andrews was gifted an air fryer early in the lockdown of 2020. Unsure of what to make (other than chips!), Clare started exploring the possibilities of her air fryer and sharing her quick and delicious recipes on Instagram, soon amassing a dedicated following looking to share her expertise. Following the success of her Sunday Times #1 best seller, The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook, she turned to another low-energy tool in the kitchen: the slow cooker, which allows you to make delicious, budget-friendly meals by simply adding the ingredients to the machine and letting it work its magic. Clare Andrews won the New to Self-Employment Award at the 2023 IPSE Freelancer Awards, and regularly contributes to BBC Radio, national newspapers, magazines and websites. If you have been looking for a way to get more out of those kitchen gadgets that have been hiding away in the back of the cupboard, or if like me you have been gifted an air fryer or slow cooker and you aren’t too sure what to do with them then you have landed in the right place. Clare absolutely adores creating fresh new recipes and being able to show you how you can make amazing food in your air fryer and slow cooker. Both of these incredible kitchen gadgets have been under played and have a lot more to offer than it may first seem.

Air Fryer Conversion Guide

If you’ve ever looked at a traditional oven recipe and wondered “How do I convert this for the air fryer?” you’re not alone. Air fryers have completely changed the way we cook, but recipe conversion can feel a bit like guesswork at first. The good news? Once you understand a few simple principles, air fryer […]

Slow Cooker Lamb Recipes

There’s something undeniably comforting about lamb slowly cooking away for hours, filling the kitchen with rich, savoury aromas and promising a meal that’s deeply flavourful and beautifully tender. When it comes to effortless cooking, the slow cooker really comes into its own – especially with lamb, a meat that thrives with low and slow heat. […]

Slow Cooker Curries

There’s something deeply comforting about a curry that’s been gently bubbling away for hours, filling the kitchen with warming spices and promising a meal that feels far more special than the effort it required. Slow cooker curries tick every box: they’re easy, economical, packed with flavour and perfect for busy days when you want dinner […]

Slow Cooker Beef Recipes

There’s something timeless about slow cooker beef recipes. They’re hearty, deeply comforting, and perfect for busy days when you want a proper home‑cooked meal without standing over the stove. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience, tougher cuts of beef are transformed into rich, tender dishes packed with flavour. Whether you’re feeding a […]

Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

Slow cookers are one of those kitchen heroes that quietly earn their place on the worktop. They’re economical to run, incredibly forgiving, and perfect for turning simple ingredients into deeply comforting meals. When it comes to slow cooker chicken recipes, it really comes into its own, keeping meat tender, locking in flavour, and giving you […]

Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks

Few things say comfort food quite like slow cooker lamb shanks. And this recipe delivers lamb shanks that are so tender they fall away from the bone at the touch of a fork. This slow cooker version is everything you want from a proper, hearty dinner. It is so rich, deeply savoury and almost effortless […]

Air Fryer Christmas Cookies

These air fryer Christmas cookies are the perfect festive bake when you want something homemade, comforting and quick, without the faff of preheating the oven or washing up endless trays. Soft and chewy in the centre with lightly golden edges, they’re packed with melty chocolate chips and colourful M&M’s for a fun, festive finish that […]

Slow Cooker Shakshuka

When I was first introduced to slow cooker shakshuka a few years back, I instantly fell in love with the bold, warming flavours. Rich tomatoes, fragrant spices and softly cooked eggs all coming together in one pan felt both comforting and exciting at the same time. Since then, I’ve tried countless variations of this classic […]

Air Fryer Toastie

There are few things in life more comforting than a perfectly golden, crisp, oozy toastie. Whether it’s a quick lunch, a speedy snack, or an easy midweek dinner when you just can’t be bothered, a toastie always hits the spot. And if you’ve ever burnt the outside while the cheese stubbornly stays solid, or ended […]

Easy Air Fryer Recipes

When it comes to healthy eating, the air fryer is a total game-changer. Gone are the days of bland “diet food” or recipes that feel like a compromise. With just a fraction of the oil, the air fryer can transform fresh, wholesome ingredients into golden, crisp, and flavour-packed meals that taste indulgent while staying light. […]