Bacon lardon recipes

A small pheasant makes an ideal roast for two – serve this earthy game bird with porcini sautéed potatoes

Try our festive take on American cornbread, with bacon, pecans, apricots and cranberries to pack in the flavour. A great Christmas side dish

Indulge in this easy, one-pan pigeon dish for two. Serve with sourdough toast, spinach and bacon for a delicious meal. Impressive but simple, it takes just 20 minutes to make

Use up any cans of beans you have in the cupboard for this classic French sausage casserole. Made in a slow cooker, it’s a great batch-cook for the freezer

This game bird is the perfect size for two – enjoy with a Puy lentil ragout and a tarragon and parsley cream sauce

These purple, beetroot-dyed eggs are a pretty addition to a main course salad, especially when teamed with spring leaves and a punchy dressing

A bistro-style dish of rare duck with Marsala jus, creamy mashed potatoes and sweet peas

Discover the secret ingredients that take the humble steak and ale pie to new levels. But, be warned: one slice just won't be enough

Take beef bourguignon to new heights with our ultimate recipe for the classic red wine stew. It's a great make-ahead braise to feed family and friends

Combine pork belly, black pudding and bacon lardons in this Spanish rice dish. Meaty and filling, it feeds eight with little effort and is perfect for a cold night

A grown-up homage to a schooldays favourite, these upgraded crispy pancakes are filled with creamy chicken, bacon and chestnut mushrooms

Forget microwave ready-meal versions and make a homemade lasagne properly: with good ingredients, it becomes the ultimate make-ahead, comfort food crowd-pleaser

Use budget-friendly chicken thighs in this delicious slow cooker coq au vin – they make the best cut for slow cooking. Enjoy with mash or tagliatelle

Revisit this French classic, made with potatoes, cheese and bacon for some seriously luxurious comfort food. Serve with cornichons and a bitter leaf salad