British recipes
The best of British dishes, big on comfort, timeless and tasty. From Toad in the hole to perfect pies, and, of course, a sweet treat or two.
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British onion soup
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Add some British ingredients to a classic French dish and voila, you have a whole new experience
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The ultimate makeover: Steak & kidney pie
- Ready in 2 hrs 45 mins
The ultimate comfort dish gets a superhealthy makeover
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Foolproof slow roast chicken
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- Ready in 2 hrs 35 mins
Slow-roasting is a great way to keep the chicken nice and moist. Adding the potatoes to the roasting tin infuses them with plenty of flavour, too
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British pork cassoulet
- Ready in 2 hrs 5 mins
No-nonsense hearty meal that needs little or no side dishes - a great family meal - by Gary Rhodes
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Goat's cheese & thyme stuffed chicken
- Ready in 1 hr 25 mins
The chicken, goat’s cheese and bacon combo is totally delicious, and the veg adds a welcome sweetness. Serve with a few steamed Jersey Royals
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No-fuss shepherd's pie
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- Ready in 1 hr 15 mins
We've got some lovely twists on shepherd's pie on the site, but we were missing a definitive version of this classic family recipe - here it is!
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Spiced parsnip shepherd's pies
- Ready in 1 hr 30 mins
For shepherd's pie - but not as you know it - try cooking up these spicy individual pies
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Dorset apple traybake
- Ready in 1 hr 10 mins
Simple-to-whip-up apple cake that can be cut into bars or squares for a tea time treat
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Beef & vegetable casserole
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- Ready in 2 hrs
Long, slow cooking means the vegetables almost dissolve into this casserole, making it richer and easier to get past veg-phobic kids
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Spicy roasted parsnip soup
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- Ready in 45 mins
Aromatic flavours transform the ordinary parsnip into a delicious warming soup
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Chicken & mushroom puff pie
- Ready in 1 hr 15 mins
This is just what you need on a cold night. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes
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Classic sponge sandwich
- Ready in 40 mins
Let nostalgia take over and succumb to the glory that is the perfect Victoria sponge
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Toad in the hole in 4 easy steps
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- Ready in 1 hr
A British classic. Meaty sausages enveloped in crispy batter, plus, a special onion gravy to really top it off. We think it's better than mum's!
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Lamb steaks with rosemary sweet potatoes
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This is great to have up your sleeve, impressive enough for a dinner party and quick enough for after work
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Fish pie - in four steps
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- Ready in 1 hr 15 mins
Delicious and easy - a fish pie anyone can make. You'll learn how to poach fish and make a white sauce too
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Chunky oven chips
- Ready in 35 mins
Gordon Ramsay makes healthy and tasty chunky chips - without deep-frying
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Gooey school treacle sponge
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- Ready in 30 mins
So simple, so good, especially now there's no longer any maths homework to do...
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Beef Wellington
- Ready in 2 hrs
Gordon Ramsay's version of the classic steak dish- a show-stopping centrepiece on a special occasion
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For The Keen Cook
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Lemon syllabub
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A quick dessert than can be as indulgent or as healthy as you want, experiment with your favourites
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Crispy fish & chips with mushy peas
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Make this take-away classic in your kitchen, healthier than your local chippy and just as tasty
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Lancashire hotpot
- Ready in 2 hrs
This famous lamb stew topped with sliced potatoes should be on the menu at every British pub
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Pear & blackberry crumbles
- Ready in 45 mins
Use pear instead of apple in these individual versions of the classic pud with a crunchy pistachio topping
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Slow-baked clotted cream rice pudding
- Ready in 1 hr 25 mins
Homemade rice pudding with your own quick raspberry jam is the ultimate in comfort food
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Rhubarb pie
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A classic pie using seasonal fruit makes perfect sense as spring gets on its way
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Bakewell tart
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The famous traditional English dessert makes a wonderful afternoon tea treat
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Cheese & onion pork chops
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Enjoy British pork with melted Cheshire cheese and a kick of English mustard
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Sausages & mash with quick onion gravy
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Surely a favourite with everyone? Sausages and mash made more special with quick gravy
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The ultimate makeover: Full English breakfast
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Angela Nilsen makes a healthier version of an iconic English meal - without losing the nostalgia
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Best Yorkshire puddings
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The secret to getting gloriously puffed-up Yorkshires is to have the fat sizzling hot – and don’t open the oven door!
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Roast rib of beef
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A fantastic recipe for delicious roast beef with roasted vegetables - the ultimate Sunday roast dish
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Angela's summer pudding
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Angela Nilsen discovers a stunning new way for a classic fruity British dessert
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Steamed cranberry roly-poly
- Ready in 2 hrs 5 mins
A classic treat, and impressive to boot, looks beautiful served at a dinner party. By Gary Rhodes
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Scones
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- Ready in 40 mins
Nothing goes better with a pot of afternoon tea than scones made to a traditional recipe
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Pink lemonade
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Adding raspberries to homemade lemonade gives it a tangy flavour and turns it a vivid pink
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Roasted autumn vegetables with Lancashire cheese
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A colourful and hearty vegetarian supper dish for autumn - made in one roasting tin, from Roz Denny
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Mustard toad in the hole
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Update a sausage supper with this clever twist on a family favourite
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Scotch duck eggs
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Give an old pub favourite a posh makeover
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