Australia’s beloved home cook, Steph De Sousa, is back with a brand-new cookbook, Easy Dinner Queen, proving once again that delicious, stress-free meals are within everyone’s reach. Following the massive success of Air Fryer Queen, Steph’s latest release is already a sensation – hitting Amazon’s #1 Best Seller Overall within hours of pre-order.
A former MasterChef Australia contestant (Season 11) and the powerhouse behind The Frugal Foodie, Steph has built a loyal following of over 2 million fans who rely on her for budget-friendly, no-fuss recipes. In Easy Dinner Queen, she brings her signature warmth and practicality, packed with her one-pan recipes, this cookbook will make weeknights a breeze. Using fewer ingredients and clever shortcuts, these all-in-one creations are cooked on the stove, in a slow cooker, or in the oven – all with less fuss and more flavour.
“Welcome to the easy dinner club where dinner doesn’t have to be complicated,” says Steph. “With a few smart tricks and simple ingredients, anyone can whip up a meal that’s delicious, satisfying, and stress-free.” Steph is renowned for her clever kitchen hacks, helping Aussies shop smarter and cook better. Here are five of her latest tips from Easy Dinner Queen:
- Chop & Freeze Got a few spare minutes? Chop some extra veggies and chuck them in the freezer. Next time, dinner will be halfway done before you even start.
- One-Pot Wonders Look for those one-pot recipes – less washing up, more chilling out! Throw everything into one pot, stir, and let the magic happen.
- Sheet Pan, Big Plans Toss everything on a sheet pan or baking tray, add a drizzle of oil, some seasoning, and let the oven work its magic while you relax.
- Swap It Up Out of an ingredient? No stress! Use what you have. Spinach instead of kale, chicken for beef— it all works. Cooking should be fun, not fussy.
- Stock Your Essentials Keep some pantry heroes like canned tomatoes, pasta, and rice on standby – they’re dinner magic waiting to happen.
Adding to the excitement, Steph is returning to the MasterChef Australia kitchen for MasterChef Australia: Back to Win, where she’ll compete against past contestants from Seasons 1–16 under the guidance of the judges: Andy Allen, Poh Ling-Yeow, Jean-Christophe Novelli, and Sofia Levin. Coming soon to 10 and 10 Play. With her knack for making every day cooking effortless, Easy Dinner Queen is set to be a kitchen essential for families across Australia. Easy Dinner Queen is published by Are Media Books and available where all books are sold