Begin Again with Davina McCall BONUS Episode: 10 Kitchen Essentials with Deliciously Ella
Feb 1, 2026
Deliciously Ella, plant-based food entrepreneur known for simple, family-friendly recipes, shares her top 10 kitchen essentials. She highlights pantry tins, coconut milk tricks, and easy grain-and-pasta strategies. Expect quick flavor boosts, clever leftover hacks, and practical tips to make weeknight cooking doable and stress-free.
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Balance Taste, Nutrition And Speed
- Cook meals that balance deliciousness, nutrition and speed to make healthy eating sustainable.
- If a dish isn't tasty or easy, you won't keep returning to it on weeknights.
Stock Versatile Pantry Tins
- Keep a simple pantry of versatile tins like chickpeas, white beans, tomatoes and coconut milk to make quick stews, soups and sauces.
- Use spices (paprika, cumin, chili flakes) to instantly boost flavor without complex recipes.
Make Pulled Aubergine Ragout
- Roast aubergines until blistering, scoop the flesh, then mix with lentils, tinned tomatoes and spices for a pulled aubergine ragout.
- Add miso for depth and fermented flavor that kids and adults will enjoy.