Delia Smith Cheese and Onion Quiche
Dinner

Delia Smith Cheese and Onion Quiche

This classic cheese and onion quiche is rich, savoury, and beautifully creamy with a crisp, buttery pastry base. The filling is softly set, packed with sweet onions and sharp mature cheese, and finished with a light custard that melts in the mouth. It is a straightforward recipe suitable for confident beginners and relaxed weekend baking. …

Delia Smith Chicken and Mushroom Pie
Dinner

Delia Smith Chicken and Mushroom Pie

This classic chicken and mushroom pie is rich, creamy, and deeply comforting, with tender chicken pieces wrapped in a smooth savoury sauce and finished with crisp, golden pastry. The filling is soft and velvety, balanced by earthy mushrooms and gentle herbs. It is a straightforward, family friendly recipe that suits confident beginners and experienced home …

Delia Smith Chicken Tray Bake
Dinner

Delia Smith Chicken Tagine

This comforting chicken tagine is a gently spiced, slow-cooked dish inspired by classic North African flavours and made approachable in Delia Smith’s reliable, home-friendly way. The chicken turns beautifully tender, the sauce is rich yet balanced, and the dried fruit adds a soft sweetness without overpowering the savoury base. It is an easy, one-pot recipe …

Delia Smith Chicken Tray Bake
Dinner

Delia Smith Chicken Tray Bake

This Delia Smith Chicken Tray Bake is a comforting, no-fuss dinner that delivers crisp skin, tender meat, and rich, savoury flavour in one pan. The chicken roasts alongside vegetables, soaking up herbs and natural juices as it cooks. It is an easy, reliable recipe suitable for beginners, yet satisfying enough for a relaxed family supper. …

Delia Smith Chilli Con Carne
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Delia Smith Chilli Con Carne

This Delia Smith Chilli Con Carne is a deeply comforting, well-balanced classic with a rich tomato base, tender minced beef, and gentle warmth from carefully measured spices. It is hearty without being heavy, softly textured yet full of flavour, and perfect for relaxed family meals. The method is straightforward and suitable for cooks of all …

Delia Smith Chocolate Amaretti Torte
dessert

Delia Smith Chocolate Amaretti Torte

This rich chocolate amaretti torte is a classic, deeply flavoured dessert with a soft, almost mousse-like centre and a delicate crust. Made with dark chocolate, ground almonds and crisp amaretti biscuits, it has an intense chocolate taste balanced by subtle almond notes. Despite its elegant appearance, it is surprisingly straightforward to make and well within …

Delia Smith Chocolate Fudge Brownies
dessert

Delia Smith Chocolate Fudge Brownies

These chocolate fudge brownies are rich, deeply chocolatey, and wonderfully squidgy in the centre, just as a proper brownie should be. With a crisp, crackled top and a soft fudge-like middle, they strike the perfect balance between cake and dessert. This is a straightforward bake suitable for confident beginners, with minimal equipment and simple ingredients. …

Delia Smith Coronation Chicken Recipe
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Delia Smith Coronation Chicken Recipe

This classic Delia Smith Coronation Chicken is creamy, gently spiced, and beautifully balanced with sweet and savoury flavours. Tender chicken is folded through a rich curry dressing with just enough warmth to keep it comforting rather than hot. It is an easy, no-fuss recipe that suits confident beginners and experienced cooks alike. From start to …