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Spaghetti bake with butter beans
Spaghetti bake with butter beans

Spaghetti bake with butter beans

A flavourful veggie twist on a classic one-pot dish

4 ratings
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Umami broth minestrone
A bowl of pasta soup with herbs, served in a dark bowl on a rustic wooden table, with a spoon nearby and fresh parsley sprinkled on top.

Umami broth minestrone

This warming broth is high in potassium, which is needed for the nervous system to function normally

7 ratings
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Spaghetti tuna bolognese
Spaghetti tuna bolognese

Spaghetti tuna bolognese

This bolognese uses tuna instead of beef mince, and fish is important to eat because it has lots of nutrients like omega-3 and vitamin D

8 ratings
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Kale and lentil stew
A bowl of lentil stew with kale, diced carrots, and peppers, served with two pieces of bread and a dollop of yoghurt. Another smaller bowl with a similar meal is nearby, on a wooden table.

Kale and lentil stew

A tasty and hearty stew packed with vitamin-rich vegetables

5 ratings
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Easy pancakes
Three crêpes on a wooden board: one filled with mushrooms and greens, one topped with avocado and sweetcorn, and one with lemon slices and honey. Blueberries are scattered nearby, and a plate with a folded crêpe is in the corner.

Easy pancakes

Children can help make these perfect pancakes

2 ratings
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Basil and mushroom cannelloni with harissa ricotta
A blue plate with a serving of vegetable lasagne garnished with fresh basil leaves, placed next to a fork and knife. A baking dish of more lasagne and an orange serviette are in the background.

Basil and mushroom cannelloni with harissa ricotta

Cavolo nero is full of nutrients such as vitamins A and C, B-vitamins such as folate, and vitamin K

4 ratings
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Fruity yoghurt oat pots
A glass jar filled with layers of chopped apples, green grapes, yoghurt, and topped with granola and seeds sits on a chequered cloth, surrounded by similar jars and a bowl of extra granola.

Fruity yoghurt oat pots

This recipe can double up as a dessert or breakfast

2 ratings
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Roast chicken and squash salad
A bowl of salad topped with sliced grilled chicken breast, courgette ribbons, sweet potato cubes, mixed leaves, and lentils. Forks, a glass of water, and a small bowl of lentils are nearby on a wooden table.

Roast chicken and squash salad

A healthy and filling salad for any occasion

1 ratings
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Prawn stir-fry with ginger
A bowl of prawn lo mein with noodles, mangetout, red pepper, mushrooms, and prawns, served in a rustic blue ceramic bowl on a wooden surface.

Prawn stir-fry with ginger

Fiery ginger and flavoursome garlic make the perfect base for this prawn stir-fry dish.

2 ratings
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Mexican bean casserole
A bowl filled with a colourful mix of sweetcorn, diced vegetables, and lentils, topped with a dollop of yoghurt and garnished with fresh mint leaves. The dish is served in a rustic metal bowl on a wooden surface.

Mexican bean casserole

Proof that hearty and healthy can coexist in one recipe, this casserole is a low calorie alternative to baked beans

4 ratings
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Cauliflower and garlic mash
A bowl of creamy mashed potatoes garnished with sprigs of fresh thyme and a sprinkle of black pepper, placed on a grey surface with a grey serviette nearby.

Cauliflower and garlic mash

A new way to enjoy cauliflower

1 ratings
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Spiced banana rice pudding
Spiced banana rice pudding

Spiced banana rice pudding

Give this classic dessert a tropical twist and boost your fruit intake with this healthy sweet treat

1 ratings
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Roast chicken with vegetables
A roasted whole chicken garnished with herbs, surrounded by carrots and onions on a platter. A bowl of potatoes and a small gravy jug are in the background.

Roast chicken with vegetables

This herby roast chicken makes a brilliant festive lunch. Any leftover chicken or vegetables can be used for healthy lunches during the week

1 ratings
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Panzanella soup
Two bowls of creamy tomato soup, each garnished with a fresh basil leaf. Three ripe tomatoes and some basil leaves are placed nearby on a light-coloured surface.

Panzanella soup

Packed with veg, this soup is delicious hot or cold!

1 ratings
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Mincemeat and cranberry tartlets
Golden, baked filo pastry parcels filled with fruit and nuts are arranged on baking parchment over a wooden board. A festive candle and kitchen utensils are in the blurred background.

Mincemeat and cranberry tartlets

The perfect treat for festive parties and a delicious alternative to mince pies

1 ratings
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