Every recipe here is built around one thing: getting enough protein in without making life complicated. Organised by recovery stage so you can find exactly what works for where you are right now.
A lovely balanced plate that feels a bit special without being complicated to put together.
30 mins → Normal Eating StageQuick, colourful, and a good one for busy evenings when you still want something proper.
20 mins → Puree StageA little sweetness goes a long way in these early weeks. This one's cool, creamy, and a nice change from…
5 mins → Normal Eating StageOne tray, minimal washing up, and a proper balanced dinner. A weeknight favourite of mine.
40 mins → Puree StageEggs are one of the easiest wins in the early days. Soft, gentle on your stomach, and packed with protein…
8 mins → Puree StageWarming, mild, and a good source of plant protein once you're ready to branch out a little from meat and…
20 mins → Soft Foods StageThis one always feels like a proper meal, even though it's still nice and gentle on your stomach.
35 mins → Normal Eating StageLight, fresh, and doesn't leave you feeling weighed down. A good one for warmer days.
25 mins → Puree StageEvery plan needs a treat that still ticks the protein box. This one feels like pudding but does a proper…
5 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper plate of food that doesn't feel like diet food at all. This is one I make on repeat.
35 mins → Normal Eating StageGreat hot or cold, and brilliant for batch-prepping breakfasts or lunches for the week ahead.
35 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper bowlful that's easy to portion and even easier to reheat when you need something quick.
40 mins → Soft Foods StageSmall, soft, and packed with flavour. These are a real favourite in my house.
40 mins → Normal Eating StageLight but still properly filling thanks to the prawns. A good one when you fancy something a bit different.
20 mins → Puree StageA little heartier than some of the others, this one's great for when you fancy something that tastes a bit…
40 mins → Puree StageLean turkey and sweet potato make a gentle, mildly sweet combination that goes down easily and keeps you fuelled.
35 mins → Soft Foods StageThese bake down beautifully soft, and the ricotta filling keeps everything moist.
50 mins → Soft Foods StageA gentle plant-based option that still holds its own on the protein front.
16 mins → Puree StageThis one's a proper comfort blanket in a bowl. It tastes like a hug, and it sneaks in a decent…
30 mins → Puree StageThis one sneaks in some greens without any fuss. Mild, creamy, and easy on a sensitive stomach.
13 mins → Soft Foods StageThis one takes a bit of patience but the slow cooker does all the hard work. Falls apart the second…
370 mins → Soft Foods StageThis is one of those recipes that just falls apart on the fork. Proper comfort food that's still kind to…
250 mins → Puree StageOily fish is brilliant for you, and this one blends up softer and smoother than you'd expect. Don't let the…
17 mins → Soft Foods StageCod's lovely and flaky when it's baked right, and this mash is so smooth you'd swear it was potato.
30 mins → Soft Foods StageSimple, quick, and one of my favourite lazy weekend breakfasts even now.
9 mins → Soft Foods StageStill one of my go-to breakfasts even now. Soft, quick, and a proper protein start to the day.
8 mins → Normal Eating StageThese look impressive but they're properly simple to put together, and they reheat well too.
50 mins → Soft Foods StageAll the comfort of a Sunday classic, just in a smaller, softer, more manageable form.
50 mins → Normal Eating StageBig batch, freezer-friendly, and full of flavour. One of my most-cooked recipes since surgery.
45 mins → Puree StageThis one's got a lovely natural sweetness to it, and lentils are a sneaky little protein booster that blends down…
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