10 Dishes for Dad - Father's Day Recipes

Start the day with a full English breakfast. I have yet to meet a man who doesn't love a big fry-up of sausages, bacon, eggs, toast and jam. If you want to make it a really special treat, then serve it in bed.

A Full English Breakfast

If Dad's not allowed a cholesterol-busting big breakfast then how about something a little lighter like pancakes. There are so many different types of pancake to choose from so here's a selection from around the world. Pancakes also make a perfect breakfast to serve in bed.

Pancakes from Around the World

Dad's always like to hog the grill, but take over for once. You'll not go far wrong at the grill with this recipe for a lovely meaty burger. If it's raining and you can't cook outdoors, it tastes just as good cooked on the stove.

Classic Burger Recipe

In the UK Father's Day is on a Sunday so what better way to celebrate than with a Sunday roast, complete with Yorkshire Puddings.

Roast Beef Recipe
Yorkshire Pudding Recipe

Guaranteed to bring a smile to Dad's face, Beef Wellington is a classic of the British table. It's not as difficult as some think as this recipe from Angela Boggiano's book Pie shows.

Beef Wellington Recipe

If time is short and you still want to serve Dad something special but quickly, a Ploughman's lunch fits the bill perfectly.

Ploughman's Lunch

Here in Britain it may be June but that doesn't always mean it will be hot and sunny. If it's a bit chilly, or raining then cook something a little more warming and what could be better than an Irish stew of lovely, long slow cooked lamb. And, it goes perfectly with a glass of Guinness.

Irish Stew Recipe
Guinness

Warm, sticky and very sweet, a Sticky Toffee Pudding is a sure-fire winner for Dad on Father's Day.

Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe

A very special treat for Dad is to bake him a cake and there's none more perfect than this chocolate cake recipe. It really is the best chocolate cake I have ever made.

Kathleen's Chocolate Cake Recipe