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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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Salted caramel choc pots
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Combining sweet and salty flavours really works when chocolate and toffee is involved - best served in individual portions
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Slow-roast pork with apples & peppers
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This is a no-effort dish with only 20 minutes prep - just serve straight from the oven
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Quick & easy hot-and-sour chicken noodle soup
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Keep tasting the broth and add as much chilli and rice vinegar as you like to get the right balance of flavours
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Easy pea & mint soup
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This chilled, no-cook dish makes a refreshing starter
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Three-hour shoulder of lamb
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This one-pot roast is simplicity itself - cooking the shoulder slowly means the meat will melt away from the bone
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Figs with prosciutto
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A super-quick, delicious fig and prosciutto dish, great for a starter or snack
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Quick mango pudding
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If you've taken time to make a special main course, why not take the pressure off and serve this simple but delicious pud
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Mustard-stuffed chicken
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This is so good we'd be surprised if this doesn't become a firm favourite. Add it to your binder now and enjoy
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Parmesan & parsley-crusted salmon
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Perk up salmon fillets, with a light, Italian-inspired topping
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Peppered mackerel fish cakes
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Use up leftover mash to create a comforting, good-value family meal
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Chilli beef shepherd's pie
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The family favourite with a spicy kick and parsnip mash topping
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Deep-dish cheese, onion & potato pie
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Vegetarian comfort food for cold winter evenings - great for lunch the next day, too
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Parmesan spring chicken
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Full of spring flavours, the Parmesan coating gives a satisfying crunch and the meat stays tender
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Cheese & jalapeno bites with salsa & mojitos
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These moreish, easy-to-make wraps are perfect for a casual party
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Creamy chicken & mushroom pies with butter puff pastry
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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
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Serve this mildly spiced curry with rice noodles, basmati rice or chappati breads and introduce your kids to curry
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Quick & easy party nibbles
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Ten stunning ideas for your Christmas drinks party, all suitable for vegetarians
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Steamed syrup pudding
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With all the ingredients in the storecupboard, what could be better as a comfort food pud?
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Thai green chicken curry
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Impress your friends and family with this fragrant and creamy Thai green chicken curry
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Pumpkin curry with chickpeas
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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
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Try this flavourful lamb curry with creamy mash
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Passion fruit trifle
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A layered no-cook dessert with a touch of passion (fruit)
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Bobotie
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Pronounced ba-boor-tea, the national dish of South Africa is a delicious mixture of curried meat and fruit with a creamy golden topping, not dissimilar to moussaka
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Toulouse sausage & butter bean casserole
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Open a tin of butter beans and get creative with this quick and easy recipe
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Beef, chestnut & red wine casserole
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Warm apple pie is a seasonal delight. This hearty version will happily feed a crowd
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Springtime shepherd's pie
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Fresh tasting & very moreish, this just needs a green salad to go with it
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Beef, mushroom & red wine pies
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Braising steak is a good budget choice. It needs longer cooking, but the result is worth it
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Easy gooseberry cobbler
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This low-fat and satisfying cobbler is the perfect way to end a roast lunch with friends in summer
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Creamy courgette lasagne
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Serve up this creamy quick dish for a last minute dinner party and impress veggie friends
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Fresh lasagne with pesto
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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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The ultimate makeover: Lasagne
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A lighter version of the family classic that retains its full flavour
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Fruit & almond clafoutis
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This gorgeous French pudding is full of melt-in-the-mouth goodness
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Sherry trifle
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A classic British pudding that is easy to make and perfect for almost every occasion
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Sweet chilli prawn stir-fry
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This easy to prepare stir-fry makes a great midweek meal
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Chicken cacciatore
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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
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These healthy bites make a great light lunch or snack with a little bowl of sweet chilli sauce
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Elderflower crunch cake
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Capture the essence of summer in this simple loaf cake with elderflower drizzle
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