Sarah Akhurst
Kitchen and Homes Director
Sarah is Good Housekeeping's Kitchen and Homes Director, looking after all things food and homes for the brand. Sarah started her career in journalism, then retrained as a chef 15 years ago following a lifelong dream to work in food. Since retraining, she has worked as a private chef, assisted on tv commercials, created recipes for some of the country's leading brands and became the go-to birthday and wedding cake baker in her friends and family network. In 2025, she was shortlisted for Cookery Writer of the Year by the Guild of Food Writers
This warm roasted pumpkin, kale and hazelnut salad recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep
Because you can still have salads in the winter!
This Black Forest cake recipe is a fruity twist on the River Cafe's chocolate nemesis
We've topped ours with syrupy cherries.
Our slow-cooker piña colada pork recipe with pineapple and creamy coconut cheers up any dull autumn day
Comfort food at its best; slow cooked juicy pork shoulder with just a sprinkling of tropical sun
This indulgent no-bake sugar plum cheesecake can be prepped in advance for a stress free Christmas day
This delicious cheesecake is studded with little nuggets of stem ginger and covered in syrupy gingered plums.
Sticky toffee pud meets pavlova in this showstopping meringue Christmas tree
The dreamiest combo.
The ultimate showstopper trifle - all the flavours of Christmas in one easy pud
And it's ready in just thirty minutes!
A great big hug in a bowl: our ultimate chicken soup recipe is well worth the wait
When you're craving a little comfort (aren't we all?), there are few things better than a warming bowl of chicken soup, and we think this is our best recipe yet.
Mixology mincemeat: 3 cocktail-inspired recipes to elevate this years mince pies
Making your own mincemeat may seem faffy, but it’s so easy.
One-pan herby meatball recipe with a gooey three-cheese crust
Let comfort eating take centre stage with these tender meatballs.
Slow-cooked lamb shanks and cheesy mash: this ultimate shepherds pie recipe is perfect for cosy weekends
The perfect cosy meal.
The cheesy cauliflower soup recipe is topped with crunchy cheese and pickle toastie croutons
This rich and creamy soup is the ultimate hug in a bowl.
How to perfect enriched dough: Blueberry cheesecake brioche buns recipe
The tastiest blueberry cheesecake buns
Tomato and fennel salad with creamy labneh – the ultimate 20min entertaining recipe
Sweet, juicy tomatoes are the star of this easy salad. It’s an effortless dish that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends
Brown butter cheesecake recipe with pillowy whipped cream - perfect for a prep ahead dessert
Cheesecakes are one of the nation’s favourite desserts, and we’re sure this brown butter and vanilla version topped with a layer of oozy caramel, is a winner. Made with Good Housekeeping Pantry Partner LittlePod Natural Vanilla Paste, it’s creamy, gooey and very indulgent.
This Turkish-style, pan-fried salmon sandwich recipe feeds the family in just 25 minutes
This harissa-spiced salmon recipe comes together in just 25 minutes
All-in-one coronation chicken traybake recipe, prepped in under 20min
A revamp of the classic, whether enjoyed as a full-on hosting roast or midweekified for an easier dinner. Just check out the GH tip at the bottom of the recipe for our speedier version
An easy patatas bravas chicken traybake recipe with crispy chicken and potatoes
We’ve taken a popular tapas dish and made it an easy midweek meal.
Pork souvlaki salad bowl recipe with crispy halloumi, garlicky dressing and crunchy pitta chips
We've swapped feta for crispy halloumi in this Greek-inspired summer salad bowl.
Harissa lamb burger recipe with pistachio pesto, tahini mayo and crunchy pickles
We've leaned into Middle Eastern flavours in this juicy lamb burger.
Our 6-ingredient strawberries and cream tiramisu is the perfect no bake pud to see off Wimbledon
Strawberries, cream, Pimm's; all of our favourite Wimbledon ingredients are back in this super easy to make dessert
Mix-and-bake easy Tiramisu cheesecake is as good as the classic dessert
Burnt Basque cheesecake, but make it tiramisu. We’ve updated one of the easiest cheesecake recipes with all the flavours of the classic Italian dessert.
Wimbledon cake is the easy traybake that's better than Victoria sponge
Clotted cream sponge topped with clotted cream icing and strawberries drenched in Champagne syrup? This deceptively easy traybake is bringing big Centre Court energy this summer
These creamy 4-ingredient Campari possets take 10mins to prep and taste just like a negroni
This will be the only dessert you need this summer
This Pimm’s summer pudding recipe tastes like summer on a plate
A boozy twist on two beloved classics: summer pudding and French toast
This Biscoff brownie recipe is our squidgiest brownie recipe yet
Take a dark and gooey chocolate brownie and swirl it with pools of Biscoff spread for the ultimate sweet treat
Oozy, cheesy chipotle chicken recipe is ready in under 35mins
A spicy mix of chicken, peppers and black beans, covered in a blanket of nachos-style cheesy sauce
Kir Royale cheesecake recipe
The Kir Royale × cheesecake collab you didn’t know you needed.
This buttery mimosa scone recipe is topped with prosecco cream
An afternoon tea isn't be complete without a freshly baked scone and glass of fizz– and these ones bring the best of both worlds.
Lamb meatballs with couscous salad and a herby pistachio sauce recipe
The perfect Middle Eastern-inspired meal — herby, fresh, zingy and packed with warming spices and vibrant flavours.
This loaded sticky malt chicken thigh kebab recipe is packed with sweet and tangy flavours
Juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a vinegar dressing before being charred alongside peppers and piled into flatbreads.​
These tender steak sliders are served in a crispy fried bun with a garlicky feta cream
'Vetkoek' buns are traditional South African rolls that are crispy and golden on the outside, but light and fluffy on the inside.
Sweet, smoky and crunchy - this grilled peach and bourbon syrup recipe is the flavour for summer
You can’t go big on a BBQ without giving a nod to the States, and this barbecued dessert — with peach pie vibes and smoky bourbon syrup — really delivers on American flavours.
Spicy, creamy, and coconutty - this salmon recipe brings a taste of Brazil
Inspired by the Brazilian fish stew moqueca, this dish is super easy to pull together.
The perfect zingy jalapeño slaw recipe for those summer BBQ's
This vibrant, zesty slaw is the perfect side for summer BBQ's bringing sharpness and a lovely crunch from the crispy tortillas.
This smokey and spicy sweet corn dip recipe will level up your Mexican spread
You’ll never look at a tub of sour cream and onion dip the same way again after trying this punchy little number.
A refreshing mango chilli tarte tatin recipe for warmer weather
You can’t go wrong with the big reveal of a glossy tarte tatin.
This triple decker flapjack recipe with a squidgy chocolate centre uses up leftover easter eggs
We'll see you a chocolate chip flapjack, and raise you with this sticky triple-decker version with a core of gooey chocolate ganache running through the middle.
This gooey hot cross bun millionaire shortbread recipe is the ultimate Easter bake
We've given a classic millionaire shortbread recipe an Easter makeover and it might just be our new favourite thing.
This spicy harissa lamb lasagne recipe has layers of flavour, with salty feta and creamy béchamel
Harissa adds not only heat but also a smokey depth of flavour and partners perfectly with lamb.
This 5-ingredient hot cross bun shortbread takes just 5 minutes to get in the oven
You've probably got everything you need to make this super simple Easter treat.
This hearty lamb and lentil shakshuka recipe will add some spice to your weekend brunch
We’ve boosted the classic shakshuka with some flavour-packed lamb merguez sausages and green lentils.
This spicy Peruvian-style salmon is all about that bold, herby green sauce, with golden fluffy rice
The roasted spring onions in this dish really compliment the succulent fish.
Our buttery hot cross cardamom bun recipe is the perfect hybrid Easter treat
Swedish style cardamom buns mesh deliciously with a classic Easter bake.
An easy Easter side recipe of roast radishes and sweet peas in a creamy dressing
A rustic warm salad, perfect for Easter entertaining
A slow-roasted lamb recipe with fennel and creamy white beans that's completely faff-free
This is the ultimate in hands-off cooking - pile everything into a roasting tray and let the oven work its magic.
‘Brutal and lonely’: one mother’s experience of a SEND system in desperate need of reform
Sarah Akhurst’s son brings so much light into the world. But the current SEND system seems designed to extinguish it
Ready-to-bake croissant dough makes the easiest monkey bread
A light and fluffy pull apart monkey bread infused with cardamon and drizzled with a silky tahini caramel
A 6-ingredient chocolate-dunked shortbread recipe that tastes like a Malteser
A biscuity version of everyone's favourite chocolate - the perfect mid morning pick me up
Bavette steak recipe with umami-rich Café de Paris butter and roasted broccoli
A speedy dinner party or date night main course
Pappardelle with slow-cooked marsala, beef and chestnut ragu recipe
A flavour-packed pasta sauce that will warm you from the inside out.
We've got the lowdown on Christmas leftovers from turkey to stilton and everything in-between - plus how to use them
From how to store, how long to keep and most importantly how to eat them, we've got everything you need to know about the best leftovers of the year.
Stuffing and blue cheese smash tacos recipes with crunchy sprout slaw
Handheld Christmas feasting at its best.
This DIY festive sharing canapé wreath recipe is the low-effort way to feed a crowd
Keep entertaining casual this year with our sophisticated festive sharing wreath
Showstopper cranberry curd and fluffy meringue pie recipe
Classic meringue pie gets a festive twist in this centrepiece dessert recipe
Crispy and gooey deep-fried florentine ice cream recipe
The wizardry of deep-frying ice cream never fails to impress.
"Deceptively delicious": This 5-minute Traitors-inspired cocktail will seriously up your Christmas party game
Our Midnight Kiss of Death is the low-effort, crowd-pleasing cocktail you need this party season.
This Dubai chocolate-style topped mince pie recipe can be made in your food processor for ease
Crunchy and sweet, these are the perfect teatime treat during the festive period.
From salty cured meats to creamy cheeses, our no-cook festive grazing board recipe is as simple as it gets
Sharing boards are a wonderful way to make a statement and require very little effort. The ingredients can be tweaked to suit your guests’ and your tastes: just make sure there’s a good mix of textures and sweet and salty elements for balance.
This rich and melty 3-cheese-stuffed roast chicken recipe makes the juiciest meat and crispiest skin
We’ve given chicken an indulgent upgrade by stuffing it with our favourite cheeses.
Roasted beetroot and smoked salmon with spiced clementine dressing Christmas Day starter recipe
Jazz up smoked salmon with candy-coloured beetroot and charred clementines. Served as a sharing plate, it will bring a wonderful pop of colour to the table.
No-roll sausage roll recipe
Our easiest ever, faff-free, sausage roll recipe
Mince pie profiterole recipe with brandy caramel
The new mince pie
N’duja-stuffed flatbread recipe with cheese and pineapple
The new cheese & pineapple hedgehog. Great for parties, served with dips and nibbles.
Honey roasted leeks and bacon
Honey and bacon are a match made in heaven in this tasty side dish!