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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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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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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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