John Gregory-Smith shares his three favourite traybake recipes

The Greatest Traybake Cookbook Ever: Three easy family recipes from John Gregory-Smith

Best-selling cookbook author John Gregory-Smith has returned with a collection featuring over 100 new recipes.

With more than one million followers on Instagram, the broadcaster and author has cultivated a dedicated fanbase through his comforting, family-oriented dishes. His cooking is frequently influenced by Middle Eastern and North African flavours, though his culinary reach often extends much further.

His latest release, The Greatest Traybake Cookbook Ever, focuses on simplicity, transforming creative ideas into accessible recipes that range from quick pasta dishes to celebratory dips and sides perfect for entertaining.

Publisher Penguin notes that the cookbook “gives you the power to turn the trusted traybake and humble supermarket ingredients into flavour-packed, elevated and delicious meals for both weeknights and weekends,” featuring over 100 recipes that are “big on flavour but low on effort”. It is a promising reme or experience

Below, we have gathered three recipes from the book, ranging from a satisfying baked ravioli to a Korean-inspired chicken dish.

Recipe: John Gregory-Smith’s ‘Seoulful Korean garlic chicken’

“This is my take on dak-dori-tang, a Koreanchicken and potato stew, reimagined as a quick and easy traybake. It’s absolutely packed with flavour, thanks to a lip-smacking sauce made from gochujang paste, vinegar and soy sauce…”

Recipe: John Gregory Smith’s cumin spiced lamb chops with roasted squash

“When you’re short on time but want something that feels a little fancy, this Indian-style traybake is a lifesaver…”

Recipe: John Gregory Smith’s speedy cheesy ravioli bake

“Enter my speedy, cheesy ravioli bake. Layers of shop-bought pasta, rich tomato sauce and plenty of gooey, melted cheese. It’s exactly what I want when I am cooking at home in the week…”

Recipe courtesy of The Greatest Traybake Cookbook ever by John Gregory-Smith