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Big-batch bolognese

Whip up a huge batch of bolognese that's fit to feed a hungry crowd, or freeze half for a speedy midweek meal

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Healthy pepper, tomato & ham omelette

If you're in need of a healthy protein boost, try making this healthy omelette for breakfast – using fewer yolks lo...

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Toddler recipe: Sweetcorn & spinach fritters

These healthy sweetcorn and spinach fritters are packed with vitamin C from the veg, plus protein from the egg. They ...

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Toddler recipe: Batch-cook mini pork & veg balls

Try these toddler-friendly meatballs with tasty tomato sauce for your little one. Batch-cook and freeze them for easy...

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Five-bean chilli

Batch-cook this vegan five-bean chilli, then freeze in portions for busy weeknights. With beans, tomatoes and peppers...

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Healthy lasagne

Enjoy our lighter version of the family classic – lasagne. It has bags of flavour, but comes in at under 500 calori...

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Healthy banana muffins

With apple, blueberry, banana and seeds, this breakfast-on-the-go tastes great, is low in calories and uses honey ins...

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Seeded soda bread with hummus & tomatoes

Pair our seeded soda bread with homemade hummus and tomatoes to start the day off with a low-GI option that will sust...

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Healthy fish korma

Make a clever healthy version of korma using courgette and yogurt, along with almonds and cod. It has the same creamy...

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Paprika pork

This healthy one-pot is a midweek miracle. Pork and mushrooms are cooked in a cream sauce that's flavoured with smoke...

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Healthy burgers

Turn a barbecue favourite into a nutritious meal without compromising on taste with our easy healthy burgers

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Moussaka

Make our easy moussaka for an instant crowd pleaser. This classic Greek dish of layered thinly sliced potato, aubergi...

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Salmon risotto

Creamy rice and tender salmon make a comforting dinner. Stir through lemon juice and parmesan before serving this eas...

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Chicken & red wine casserole with herby dumplings

A rich and warming red wine chicken casserole - ideal for when it's cold and dark outside.

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Creamy leek, pesto & squash pie

Take some time aside to batch-cook and fill your freezer with this moreish leek, cannellini beans and squash pie and ...

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Cheese & bacon turnovers

These moreish pastries are ideal for lunch, a picnic or buffet. They’ll keep for up to three days

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Sourdough pancakes

Make a batch of sourdough pancakes for a tasty breakfast treat. This easy recipe is great for using up a sourdough di...

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Slow-cooked lamb with onions & thyme

Five ingredients, one pot, no effort. This meltingly tender lamb dish is satisfyingly rich, and virtually cooks itsel...

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Coconut cashew & butternut squash curry

Batch cook this vegan squash and cashew nut curry and freeze for busy days when you need something quick and nutritio...

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Easy steak pie

Nothing beats a classic homemade steak pie, complete with golden-brown flaky pastry and a rich beef filling. This eas...

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Honeyed carrot soup

Kids love this rich, warming soup but it's sophisticated enough for adults, too

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Indian koftas with mint yogurt & flatbreads

Double up this recipe for sharing with family and friends - it has plenty of tasty components you can mix and match

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Beer-battered fish tacos

Pile chunks of battered cod, herby tartare and pink pickled onions into tortilla wraps to make these moreish tacos. T...

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One-pot chicken & bacon stew

Cook a batch of this delicious family favourite and you'll always have a satisfying meal to hand

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Chorizo & halloumi breakfast baguette

Treat yourself to this hearty chorizo and halloumi breakfast baguette – perfect for the weekend. Make the rich toma...

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Crispy tofu

Fry tofu in a coating of smoked paprika, garlic and seasoning to make these crispy tofu bites. Eat as a snack or as a...

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Aubergine, tomato & Parmesan bake (Melanzane alla Parmigiana)

Every Italian cook has their own version of this classic aubergine dish. It's even better made a day ahead

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Slow-cooked marrow with fennel & tomato

Try this vegetarian stew with crusty sourdough, or as an accompaniment to grilled meats. Marrow is the star here, but...

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Aubergine & pork hotpot

Slow-cooked aubergines become deliciously soft and absorb all the flavour of this fragrant Asian-inspired stew

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Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes

Meltingly tender and full of classic Asian flavours, these lamb shanks are perfect for freezing

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Sweet potato & peanut curry

Cook this tasty, budget-friendly vegan curry for an easy family dinner. With spinach and sweet potato, it boasts two ...

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Easy chicken fajitas

Need a simple, vibrant midweek meal the family will love? Put together these easy chicken fajitas and people can crea...

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How to cook trout

A super-simple whole baked fish with hot horseradish, zesty lemon and herbs - parsley, dill and thyme all work well

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Toad-in-the-hole

Serve this comforting classic made with chipolata sausages and a simple batter – it’s easy enough that kids can h...

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Twice-cooked pork belly with an onion & apple velouté

Gordon Ramsay keeps the cost of entertaining down by working his magic on a cheap cut of meat

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Spaghetti & meatballs

Spaghetti and meatballs are a classic family-friendly dinner. This recipe is great for batch cooking so you can save ...

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Cooking with kids: Chunky fish fingers

A touch of turmeric turns these crispy haddock bites golden - perfect for cooking with children of all ages

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Cheese & spinach penne with walnut crumble

A twist on macaroni cheese, with added veg and a crunchy topping of bread and nuts - make in batches and freeze

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Pork, apple and cider casserole

True comfort food for chilly winter evenings, this slow-cooker Normandy-style recipe combines meltingly tender pork, ...

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Pitta bread

Rustle up homemade pitta bread to serve with dips or as a side dish to mop up juices. You can easily make them ahead ...

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Coconut & kale fish curry

Batch-cook this easy kale, cod and king prawn curry and freeze in portions for busy weeknights. With a coconut milk b...

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Roasted tomato, basil & parmesan quiche

A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden

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Easy chocolate biscuits

Try this basic recipe for fail-safe biscuits every time. Make a batch of chocolate chip cookies, or adapt it to inclu...

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Vegetable samosas

Serve up these crisp vegan samosas as a tasty starter or side dish with your favourite curry. They also make great bu...

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Viennese whirls

These elegant, buttery biscuits might look extra impressive but they're surprisingly easy to make. Dip in chocolate f...

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Basic cookies

Bake a batch of these easy cookies with just five ingredients – or fewer. A perfect partner to a cup of tea, you ca...

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15-minute chicken & halloumi burgers

Struggle to find dishes to cook that take very little time but the whole family will love? Look no further than these...

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Lamb cooked with tomatoes & aromatic spices

This is called Kashmiri tamatari ghosht and is a traditional favourite, especially served with Indian bread and

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Peanut butter cookies

With just three ingredients, these simple peanut butter cookies will delight kids and grown-ups alike – and they're...

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Slow cooker Moroccan lamb stew

Warm up with our easy slow cooker lamb stew, with aromatic spices and bags of flavour. This simple, crowd-pleasing di...

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Madeleines

Rustle up these little French sponges for a bake sale or special treat. They're best eaten warm from the oven, served...

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Chicken tacos

Make these healthy chicken and sweetcorn tacos for an easy midweek meal that's full of flavour. You'll also have left...

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Aubergine, tomato & halloumi pie

Bake this veggie pie for a meat-free Monday – you can feed the family and still have leftovers for lunch the next d...

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Potatoes cooked in bay-infused milk

The ultimate Sunday lunch side dish, these creamy potatoes add a powerful herbal note to the table

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Basic omelette recipe

Master the omelette with our simple recipe then add the filling of your choice – grated cheese, ham, fresh herbs, m...

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Feta, tomato & olive loaded fries

Bake some budget-friendly frozen fries and pile them high with a moreish Greek-inspired topping of feta, olives, toma...

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Easy vanilla cupcakes

Rustle up a batch of vanilla cupcakes with pretty butter icing for a family picnic or weekend treat. Decorate them wi...

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No-cook spiced apple chutney

This storecupboard relish has all the flavours of a classic cooked chutney but with more bite. It makes a great last ...

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Muffin-topped winter beef stew

Muffin on stew? You’d better believe it – think of it as a lighter alternative to suet dumplings

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Vietnamese-style caramel pork

Stir-fry chunks of pork with shallots, ginger and chilli in a wok then add fish sauce and brown sugar for a sweet, st...

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Simple seafood chowder

A chunky, creamy soup with salmon and smoked haddock, mixed shellfish and potatoes - a hearty meal

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No-cook prawn coleslaw

The easy way to five a day, a simple fresh salad teamed with a tasty tropical smoothie - vitamintastic

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Smoky chickpeas on toast

Spend just 12 minutes on this healthy, budget-friendly supper for two. Our fuss-free smoky chickpeas on toast deliver...

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Cod & chorizo stew

Fancy a fish supper ready in under half an hour? Mix up your midweek meal with our satisfyingly spicy chorizo and cod...

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Spicy nduja arancini

Make these moreish rice balls with spicy nduja sausage, gooey mozzarella filling and crunchy breadcrumb coating for a...

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Cacio e pepe

Whip up a simple cacio e pepe for a speedy lunch. With four simple ingredients – spaghetti, pepper, parmesan and bu...

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Big-batch lamb stew

For the best texture, use diced boned lamb shoulder or neck fillet in this crowd-pleasing stew for eight. You can fre...

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Slow-cooked harissa lamb

Try this slow cooked harissa lamb as an alternative roast. We love the texture – it’s half-roasted and half-pulle...

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Banana oat pancakes

Make our healthier pancakes using rolled oats and banana for natural sweetness. Serve with a dollop of creamy yogurt ...

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Spanish-style slow-cooked lamb shoulder & beans

Do something different for a Sunday roast with this Spanish-style slow-cooked lamb and beans. It's so much more than ...

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No-cook strawberry & balsamic tartlets

Try these simple no-bake strawberry tarts which are flavoured with hints of balsamic vinegar and black pepper for an ...

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Banana bread

A cross between banana bread and a drizzle cake, this easy banana loaf recipe is a quick bake that can be frozen. I...

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Dorset apple traybake

Simple-to-make apple cake that can be cut into bars or squares for a teatime treat

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Nut roast

Bake a satisfying vegetarian loaf with lentils, chestnut mushrooms and cheese to go with all the classic roast dinner...

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Next level steak & ale pie

Discover the secret ingredients that take the humble steak and ale pie to new levels. But, be warned: one slice just ...

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Welsh cakes

Pice ar y maen, a Welsh teatime treat passed on through generations and still as popular as ever. Perfect for making ...

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Carrot cake

Delight friends with an afternoon tea that includes this easy carrot cake. You can bake the cake, freeze it and just ...

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Artichoke & aubergine rice

As well as being tasty, this aubergine and artichoke is low fat, low calorie and cost effective. Make a large batch a...

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Perfect pancakes recipe

An easy pancake batter recipe with tips on how to make the best pancakes every time with sweet or savoury toppings

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Anzac biscuits

These iconic biscuits were originally made to send to the ANZACs (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) serving in G...

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Pumpkin pie

Fill a sweet shortcrust pastry tart case with lightly spiced squash to make a traditional American treat.

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Lamb saag

If you're looking for a comforting family curry, this simple lamb dish with spinach takes just 15 minutes to prep and...

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No-cook strawberry jam

This sweet strawberry jam is soft set and incredibly easy to make

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Easy biscuits

This simple recipe for a basic biscuit dough can be adapted to suit your tastes – experiment with different shapes ...

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Chocolate brownie cake

Get kids cooking at the weekend by baking this yummy brownie cake, much better than shop bought

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