Top 20 Recipes of 2021

It’s been an annual tradition since I started blogging to do this roundup so here are my Top 20 Recipes of 2021.

Rather than me tell you about the recipes I’m passing the baton over to you, my readers.

So, if you’ve ever made a comment on one of my recipes then it might well be below!

Grab a cuppa, sit back and enjoy the count down!

20. Nut Roast (↓1) 

Margaret Ewles said “Cooked your nut roast for my niece and her husband yesterday. My husband and I are not vegan or gluten intolerant and this was the first time I had cooked a nut roast. I as concerned when mixing the ingredients in case it turned out to be dry and crumbly but suffice to say it was just right. My husband and I thought it was delicious and I will be cooking this again. I shall be making more vegan dishes in the future. In addition my niece and her husband thought it was the best nut roast they have had.”

19. Turkey Bolognese (new entry)

Allyssa said “Super tasty and very easy to make! Thanks a lot for sharing this turkey bolognese recipe! It’s amazing and I highly recommend it!”

18. Quick One Punnet Strawberry Jam (↓4) 

Barbara said “I would just like to thank you for sharing this recipe. It is the best jam I have ever made. I have made three lots this week alone”

17. Kale Soup (new entry)

Heidi O’Neill said “I just made the soup and it’s absolutely delicious there’s eating and drinking in it thank you for the recipe.”

16. Rhubarb & Ginger Jam (↑1)

Heather said “Wonderful jam I was amazed at how it turned out.”

15. Easy Seedless Raspberry Jam (↑1)

Diane said “What a winner this recipe is! I’ve made it quite a few times now. Absolutely delicious and no pesky seed to stick in your teeth!”

14. Slow Cooked Chicken Italian (↑1)

Tim Asparagus said “Tried it very good. Reminds me of the ‘pollo alla cacciatora’ my Nonna used to make.”

13. Damson Jam (↔)

Ali said “I thought I’d give your Damson jam a go as I have so much fruit this year and I want to say thank you it’s lovely. I’m so pleased as I’ve had problems with over setting but every time I use your recipe it sets like a dream. THANK YOU.”

12. Cherry Jam (↓5) 

Niamh said “Made this as the jam for my homemade Bakewell tarts. I used cherries freshly picked from our two trees which are currently overflowing! It made a lovely jam which set perfectly and tastes wonderful. Thank you so much for the recipe, I’ll be sure to use it again!”

11. Bacon & Potato Layer Bake (↔)

Tracey said “My mum used to make this, it is so tasty and comforting. Delighted to find a recipe that follows her method and ingredients”.

10. Non-Alcoholic Mojito (↓2) 

Leslie said “Wow Thanks Camilla! I’ve always loved mojito but my husband could never share it with me because he has to drive. Now we’ve got a solution!”

9. Monday Pie (↓3) 

Julie Graham said “Just made this for tea tonight absolutely delish & so easy to make would definitely make it again thank you so much for the recipe.”

8. One Pot Minced Beef Hotpot (↑2)

Eileen said “This was delicious, it reminded me of the hotpots we used to eat as children. Packed with vegetables and with a side of broccoli, it makes a hearty an extremely meal. This will definitely go onto my list of favourites.”

7. Granny’s Quick Lemon Curd (↑8)

Susan Scitt said “I’ve just made this lemon curd and it’s very easy and quick as you say. Chuffed to bits. Wanted to use some lemons left from Christmas time. Would recommend.”

6. Eve’s Pudding (↓1)

Tanya said “This was an easy recipe to follow and absolutely delicious. It’s perfect for Fall or any day you want a comforting dessert to complete your meal. I highly recommend you enjoy it with vanilla ice cream.”

5. Banana Pudding (↑1)

Jenny said “Excellent way of using up ripe bananas. I used poppy, sesame and pumpkin seeds in a pattern to decorate the top. Also served the dessert with double cream plain yoghurt which balances the sweetness I thought. Will be making this again for sure.”

4. 2 Ingredient Slow Cooker Roast Lamb (↔)

Suse Telford said “Thank you Camilla, we’re on a staycation in north Devon so put ours on this morning for lamb wraps, tzatziki and salad for our dinner tonight after we get back from the beach! It’s sooooooo tender xxx ‘ansome.”

3. Quick & Easy Raspberry Jam (↓1)

Grace said “Super easy and super tasty! I quartered the recipe and used for a bakewell tart and it worked wonderfully.”

2. Simple Blueberry Jam (↑1)

Erica said “This is the most simple and delicious recipe. No need to purchase from the store when you can pick your own berries and turn it into jam.”

1. Easy Grape Jam (↔)

Elenor said “Love this recipe. Your detailed instructions are so easy to follow & result in a perfect jam. I have just discovered your page & I’m a big fan, thank you!”

Other Food Bloggers’ Top Recipes of 2021

I asked fellow food bloggers what their most popular recipes were from 2021 and here’s what they came up with!

• Sicilian Whole Orange Cake – Christina’s Cucina
• Lightest French Chocolate Mousse without Cream – Mad about Macarons
• Easy Tiramisu – Chef Dennis
• Lemon Posset – What a Girl Eats
• Vegan Chickpea Soup – The Clever Meal
• Mushroom Soup without Cream – Wholefood Soulfood Kitchen
• Green Lentil Daal – Slow the Cook Down
• Chicken & Potato Bake – Dizzy Busy & Hungry
• Japanese Milk Bread – Caroline’s Cooking
• Oven Roasted Chestnuts – She Loves Biscotti

Check out my Top Recipes from previous Years!

• Top 20 Recipes 2020
• Top 20 Recipes of 2019
• Top Recipes of 2018
• Most Popular Recipes of 2017
• Top 10 Recipes of 2016
• Highlights of 2015
• A Review of 2014 & Top Read Recipes
• Highlights from 2013

Conclusion

So those were the most popular recipes during 2021.

The only surprise to me was that my Blackberry & Apple Jam which was once at No 1 wasn’t even in the chart this year (a first). Perhaps everyone rushed off on holiday last summer after the long lockdown and didn’t go foraging as much?

Was your favourite recipe in this Top 20? Do let me know in the comments below or if you have a different favourite recipe?

If you have a recipe that you’d like me to develop in 2022 then do get in touch! I love solving problems or making things easier for my readers.

Let’s hope 2022 is a better year. Remember you can’t control what’s going on around you but you can control what’s going on in your kitchen!

Take care.

Camilla xxx

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