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Pasta e fagioli
A bowl of pasta with rigatoni, chickpeas, cauliflower, carrots, and tomatoes in a tomato-based sauce, served with fresh spinach and cabbage on the side, on a grey textured cloth.

Pasta e fagioli

A chunky vegetable, bean and pasta dish that’s great for all the family

2 ratings
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Pasta puttanesca
A bowl of spaghetti with tomato sauce, black olives, chopped tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves, served in a patterned dish on a textured placemat, with an onion and pepper mill in the background.

Pasta puttanesca

A healthier version of ‘tart’s spaghetti’ that adds a bit of fire to your supper.

1 ratings
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Cheesy vegetable pasta bake
A baked casserole with pasta, peas, sweetcorn, and melted cheese, topped with sliced tomatoes, sits in a square dish. A serving has been removed and is on a plate in the background. A large serving spoon rests nearby.

Cheesy vegetable pasta bake

A veg-packed twist on a cheesy family favourite

2 ratings
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Chicken tikka masala
A bowl of colourful chicken curry with peppers, topped with fresh coriander and a dollop of yoghurt, sits next to a dish of cooked rice. The bowl has decorative handles and is placed on a textured surface.

Chicken tikka masala

A twist on one of Britain’s favourite dishes, which contains 3 of your 5 A DAY

3 ratings
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Peach iced tea
A tall, ridged glass filled with orange iced tea, topped with ice cubes and garnished with a sprig of fresh mint. Blurred background shows lime wedges, mint leaves, and small gold star decorations on the table.

Peach iced tea

Don’t fancy a hot cup of tea at your summer garden party? We have the answer

9 ratings
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Fruity oat flapjacks
Two homemade oat flapjacks with sultanas and dried fruit are placed on a striped plate. A blurred label and colourful background are visible behind the plate.

Fruity oat flapjacks

Your summer tea party simply MUST feature these healthy golden treats made with reduced-fat spread.

4 ratings
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Chicken cassoulet
A round ceramic dish filled with baked chicken breasts, white beans, chopped vegetables, and topped with breadcrumbs and herbs, sits on a light table next to a cloth serviette and two spoons.

Chicken cassoulet

A healthier twist on a French classic, this one-pot chicken cassoulet can be served up in just half an hour or slow-cooked.

4 ratings
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Chestnut loaf
A sliced vegetable loaf garnished with fresh parsley sits on a wooden chopping board next to a vintage knife; leafy greens and a glass are nearby.

Chestnut loaf

Thrill the vegetarians around the Christmas dinner table with this sumptuous nut loaf recipe

24 ratings
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Peach, pear and parsnip upside down cake
A round cake topped with peach slices, served on a green plate. A slice has been cut and removed, with a knife resting on the plate. The plate sits on a cloth over a wooden table.

Peach, pear and parsnip upside down cake

Not many cakes can boast being one of your 5 A DAY with no added sugar but this upside down cake can

2 ratings
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Spiced apple and cranberry crumble
A white baking dish of apple crumble with a metal serving spoon, showing baked apple slices and sultanas beneath a crumbly oat topping. Whole apples are on the table beside the dish.

Spiced apple and cranberry crumble

Family favourites baked to golden perfection

2 ratings
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BBQ banana split with chocolate
A baked banana split open, filled with chocolate and topped with whipped cream, sits on a plate with chopped nuts, fresh raspberries, and a mint sprig. A fork is in the banana.

BBQ banana split with chocolate

A good barbecue deserves a sweet ending

1 ratings
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Strawberry frozen yoghurt
Three glass containers on a wooden surface: one with honey and a spoon, one with pink strawberry mousse and chopped strawberries, and one filled with whole strawberries.

Strawberry frozen yoghurt

A refreshing and healthy summer cooler – a perfect alternative to ice cream

1 ratings
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Spaghetti bolognese with butternut squash
Spaghetti bolognese with butternut squash

Spaghetti bolognese with butternut squash

Creamy butternut squash is the perfect addition to this much-loved classic

5 ratings
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Beetroot and mint dip
A bowl of bright pink beetroot houmous garnished with herbs, surrounded by pitta bread, lemon, green vegetables, and bowls of guacamole and salsa.

Beetroot and mint dip

A great alternative to houmous

7 ratings
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Scrambled tofu with wholemeal toast
Scrambled tofu on wholegrain toast

Scrambled tofu with wholemeal toast

Vegan alternative to scrambled eggs. High in protein and suitable for those with egg and dairy milk allergies. Customisable and perfect for using up leftover veg!

2 ratings
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