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Pies, one-pots, curries and other classic dishes that only get better after a night in the fridge, freeing you up to be the host with the most.
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Chilli beef shepherd's pie
By Good Food
- Ready in 35 mins
The family favourite with a spicy kick and parsnip mash topping
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Deep-dish cheese, onion & potato pie
- Ready in 2 hrs 10 mins
Vegetarian comfort food for cold winter evenings - great for lunch the next day, too
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Creamy chicken & mushroom pies with butter puff pastry
- Ready in 45 mins
A creamy chicken pie that is just about as close to perfect comfort food as you can get
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Chicken, sweet potato & coconut curry
- Ready in 35 mins
Serve this mildly spiced curry with rice noodles, basmati rice or chappati breads and introduce your kids to curry
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Steamed syrup pudding
- Ready in 2 hrs 15 mins
With all the ingredients in the storecupboard, what could be better as a comfort food pud?
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Thai green chicken curry
By Good Food
- Ready in 40 mins
Impress your friends and family with this fragrant and creamy Thai curry
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Pumpkin curry with chickpeas
- Ready in 40 mins
A veggie dinner party dish which stands alone as a vegan main course or as a complex side dish perfect served with spiced roast meat or fish
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Lamb, chickpea & spinach curry with masala mash
- Ready in 1 hr 45 mins
Try this flavourful lamb curry with creamy mash
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Passion fruit trifle
- Ready in 25 mins
A layered no-cook dessert with a touch of passion (fruit)
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Bobotie
- Ready in 1 hr 10 mins
Pronounced ba-boor-tea, the national dish of South Africa is a delicious mixture of curried meat and fruit topped with an egg custard, not dissimilar to moussaka
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Toulouse sausage & butter bean casserole
- Ready in 40 mins
Open a tin of butter beans and get creative with this quick and easy recipe
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Beef, chestnut & red wine casserole
- Ready in 2 hrs 10 mins
Chestnuts really make this stew special, perfect on a winter's day - but good enough to make all year
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Homemade houmous with pitta chips
- Ready in 20 mins
A staple fave for all ages, this is great to keep in the fridge for a standby healthy snack
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Dead good houmous
- Ready in 2 hrs 10 mins
For a reliable houmous recipe, who better to ask than The Hummus Bros? The boys were keen to share...
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Ham, leek & potato pie
- Ready in 1 hr 5 mins
Use up leftover ham in this family dish - add some celery sticks or other veg to the sauce too, if you like
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Deep-filled Bramley apple pie
- Ready in 1 hr 10 mins
Warm apple pie is a seasonal delight. This hearty version will happily feed a crowd
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Springtime shepherd's pie
- Ready in 1 hr 10 mins
Fresh tasting & very moreish, this just needs a green salad to go with it
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Beef, mushroom & red wine pies
- Ready in 3 hrs 20 mins
Braising steak is a good budget choice. It needs longer cooking, but the result is worth it
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Creamy courgette lasagne
By Good Food
- Ready in 20 mins
Serve up this creamy quick dish for a last minute dinner party and impress veggie friends
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Fresh lasagne with pesto
By Good Food
- Ready in 1 hr 45 mins
This veggie pasta dish is perfect for entertaining - it can be made ahead, leaving you free to chat to your guests
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Lasagne
- Ready in 2 hrs 30 mins
A lighter version of the family classic that retains its full flavour
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Fruit & almond clafoutis
By Good Food
- Ready in 40 mins
This gorgeous French pudding is full of melt-in-the-mouth goodness
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Sherry trifle
- Ready in 1 hr
A classic British pudding that is easy to make and perfect for almost every occasion
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Sweet chilli prawn stir-fry
By Good Food
- Ready in 20 mins
This easy to prepare stir-fry makes a great midweek meal
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Chicken cacciatore
- Ready in 50 mins
A tasty tomato and chicken dish to feed the family - serve with short pasta or a big bowl of roast potatoes
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Prawn spring roll wraps
By Good Food
- Ready in 30 mins
These healthy bites make a great light lunch or snack with a little bowl of sweet chilli sauce
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