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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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Aubergine & pork hotpot

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

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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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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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