When it's cold outside, treat yourself to a healthy homemade vegetable soup, packed with immunity-supporting vitamin C and four of your 5-a-day
The ultimate grown-up comfort food, use leftover fruit bread or even croissants instead of the bread if you prefer
A traditional braised beef stew with thick, rich gravy – an ideal recipe for cheap cuts, as slow-cooking guarantees a tender dish
This comforting dish of layered pasta sheets, meat and spinach is topped with gooey, melted cheese - freeze now for entertaining later
Try this simple dish on a cold, wintery evening when only comfort food will do.
Muffin on stew? You’d better believe it – think of it as a lighter alternative to suet dumplings
Of the winter soups, leek and potato is one of the most comforting and familiar - and Darina Allen's makes the most of seasonal, local veg
Toast cubes of leftover bread for an extra-crunchy panzanella – an Italian salad that's packed with flavour. It makes a great side dish or lunch
This hot, gooey chocolate pud, with dark chocolate and canned pears, can be made ahead and frozen – a perfect no-fuss dinner party dessert
Be inspired by the Italian rolled pork dish, porchetta. This ragu is ideal when you have guests – leave it simmering whilst you entertain
Make sausages and mash with love and you're in for a real treat. We’ve perfected this recipe to make it the very best it can be
A little bit of this winter root mash goes a long way - make it a day ahead and cut the stress on Christmas Day
A really thick, filling minestrone soup - tastes even better after a day
Pining for summer? This simply seasoned chicken fried with beautiful, ripe, cherry tomatoes in a creamy sauce is guaranteed to hit the spot. Add a dollop of pesto for an extra layer of nutty flavours
This warming stew is spiced with cinnamon and cumin, and sweetened with apricots and dates - perfect with fluffy couscous
Bring summer to winter with this fresh salad - it contains 3 of your 5-a-day too
This is a great way to make a chicken go further, and the mustard gives it that little kick
Quinoa is protein-rich, low-fat, gluten-free and makes a nutritious change from rice or pasta
This festive icing is easy to use, looks amazing and makes a lighter end to a meal. The perfect centrepiece for Christmas tea
This colourful tuna Niçoise salad makes the most of storecupboard ingredients - vary it for a special occasion by using fresh tuna.
Prosciutto and chicken is a luxurious combination - and this version is good for you as well - high in fibre, vitamin C and folic acid
Make the most of autumnal fruits in this refreshing and nourishing salad - make a batch and eat during the week
Get your fill of tasty veggies with our easy vegan parsnip & wild rice tabbouleh. Our simple winter salad is full of flavour, filling and 2 of your 5-a-day
What's more comforting on a cold winter night than beef and stout stew with buttery mash? You can make this stew ahead and freeze it for busy weeknights
