Welcome to the first instalment in our mini-series of money-saving tips for your home. With the price of everything rising, a trip to the supermarket or watching bills go out...

This is the easiest icecream, well it’s more like a frozen creamy pudding than a traditional ice cream,  which needs no churning and is ready in just a few hours...

This is so simple, and really delicious. I've added spinach but you could also throw in some tenderstem broccolli, olives or anything you fancy. Ive also used larger vine tomatoes,...

Our house was built in 1912 and when we bought it, we were only the third family to have lived there. The builder who built it lived there with his...

We all know that the average laundry routine uses a lot of water, electricity and chemicals. When you add up all of your laundry days in a year, it's pretty taxing on...

400 g (14 oz) tin of cannellini beans drained and rinsed (butter beans work well too) 4 artichoke hearts in oil (find these in jars normally near the pesto!) 2...

This is my trusty and reliable menu plan I use if I’m cooking for a big gathering with family and friends. Everything can be prepared ahead and served cold if...

I enjoy cooking in as much as I love eating and I love the satisfaction of serving up a home cooked meal to my family. I’m no cordon bleu chef...

If you're a regular visitor, you'll know that living with less stuff is a philosophy I live by and therefore it's an important part of Lisa Valentine Home. The pieces...

I'm always looking for new recipe ideas for mid week meals, otherwise I'm tempted to stick to the same tried and tested recipes every week, which can ge a bit...

I was looking for a potato dish to go with my Greek Bean Stew (my husband always buys potatoes when he goes shopping - even if he has no plan...

These muffins are so simple to make and taste delicious!