Author: Florence

Hi, I’m Florence — the heart (and hungry hands) behind HomelyCrust. I’m a home cook with a deep love for simple, soul-warming recipes that bring people together. Raised in a household where the kitchen was always alive with spices, stories, and second helpings, I learned early on that food isn’t just nourishment — it’s connection, comfort, and joy. Here at HomelyCrust, I share recipes that celebrate that feeling: from golden buttermilk pancakes on a lazy Sunday to one-pot dinners that save your weeknight sanity. My cooking style is rooted in homely flavors, with occasional nods to my Indian heritage and a soft spot for fresh, seasonal ingredients. When I’m not stirring something on the stove, you’ll find me hunting down handwritten recipe cards, sipping tea by the window, or quietly baking way too many loaves of banana bread. Welcome to my kitchen. I hope you stay a while — and maybe leave with a little inspiration (and something warm on your plate).
Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Chicken with Quinoa & Spinach
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Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Chicken with Quinoa & Spinach

This Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Chicken is fresh, light, and easy on your digestion. It’s made with garlic-infused oil (FODMAP-safe!), tender chicken breast, fluffy quinoa, and sautéed spinach — all ready in about 30 minutes and totally IBS-friendly. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients to make the dish Substitutions & Variations Make Ahead & Storage

Sponge Cake

Sponge Cake

This Sponge Cake is a classic, fluffy cake made with just a few pantry staples — no butter, no oil, and no leavening agents. It relies on whipped eggs for its signature lift and lightness, making it perfect for layering with whipped cream, fruit, or dusting with powdered sugar. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients…

Olive Cake
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Olive Cake

This Olive Cake is a moist, tender, savoury-sweet Mediterranean-inspired loaf that’s packed with briny olives, herbs, and a touch of citrus. It’s perfect for brunch, snacking, or serving alongside a cheese board — and comes together in just about an hour! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients to make Keto Meatball Casserole Substitutions & Variations…

Gazpacho
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Gazpacho

This Gazpacho is a cool, refreshing Spanish tomato-based soup that’s loaded with crisp vegetables, zippy vinegar, and a splash of olive oil. It’s the ultimate no-cook summer recipe — light, tangy, and ready in 15 minutes! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients to make Thai Green Curry with Rice Substitutions & Variations  Make Ahead &…

Lamb Shawarma
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Lamb Shawarma

This Lamb Shawarma is juicy, spiced to perfection, and bursting with bold Middle Eastern flavour. Marinated lamb is roasted or grilled until tender and crispy, then tucked into warm pita with veggies and a drizzle of garlicky yoghurt sauce. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that tastes like takeout — but better! Why You’ll Love This…

Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit
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Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit

This Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit copycat recipe brings the ultimate savoury-sweet breakfast sandwich right to your kitchen! Juicy, crispy fried chicken is tucked inside a soft, buttery homemade biscuit — it’s perfectly tender, golden, and ready in about an hour—Sunday cravings, solved. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients to make Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit Substitutions & Variations …

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam

This Strawberry Rhubarb Jam is a sweet-tart spread that’s bursting with fresh fruit flavour. With no pectin needed and only a handful of ingredients, it’s the perfect way to preserve spring and summer in a jar — and it’s ready in under an hour! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients to make Strawberry Rhubarb Jam…

Peach Cobbler
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Peach Cobbler

This Peach Cobbler is a cosy summer dessert made with sweet, juicy peaches and a buttery, golden biscuit topping. It’s quick to prep, perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and comes together in just about an hour — no fancy tools required! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients to make Peach Crumbler Substitutions…