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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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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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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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Black bean soup
A bowl of black bean soup garnished with chopped red onion, coriander, a slice of lime, and red chilli, served with lime wedges and pieces of flatbread on a blue plate.

Black bean soup

Our bean soup recipe is a healthier twist on Tex-Mex refried beans

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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Leftover roast soup
Two bowls of vegetable and chicken soup with Brussels sprouts, potatoes, carrots, and greens sit on a wooden tray next to a glass of water and a striped cloth serviette. A spoon rests in one of the bowls.

Leftover roast soup

This recipe is a simple and tasty way to use up your roast dinner leftovers

1 ratings
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Grilled romaine lettuce
Three halves of grilled cos lettuce, lightly charred and seasoned, are arranged on a white plate with a side of lime wedges visible next to the plate.

Grilled romaine lettuce

This is a great way to eat more vegetables and our grilled lettuce recipe has a subtle cumin and garlic marinade. Ideal for vegetarians at a BBQ

2 ratings
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Chicken risotto with garlic and lemon
A bowl of risotto topped with green peas and shaved parmesan cheese, served on a wooden board with a fork and fresh basil leaves nearby.

Chicken risotto with garlic and lemon

A quick risotto with a fresh fusion of spring flavours

6 ratings
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Fish and chips
A serving of breaded fish and thick-cut chips garnished with lemon slices and fresh herbs, presented in a white tray with greaseproof paper. A small bowl of mushy peas sits beside the tray.

Fish and chips

This healthy fish and chips recipe even comes with mushy peas for all the flavour with fewer calories

3 ratings
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Grilled red mullet on toast with tomato pickle
A plated dish featuring a cooked fish fillet on grilled bread, garnished with rocket and served with roasted cherry tomatoes and a tomato-based sauce.

Grilled red mullet on toast with tomato pickle

This tasty fish combines with tangy pickle for an unforgettable dinner

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Raw fennel salad
A wooden bowl filled with fennel salad garnished with fresh dill, with serving utensils resting inside. A lemon wedge is placed nearby on a blue and beige tablecloth.

Raw fennel salad

This fennel salad is easy to create and goes well with fish or pork, or as a side salad at a BBQ or picnic. It’s so fresh and crunchy with aniseed flavours.

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Butternut squash, chickpea & spinach curry
A white bowl filled with a colourful chickpea, spinach, and vegetable stew garnished with coriander, with a bowl of rice blurred in the background.

Butternut squash, chickpea & spinach curry

This comforting butternut squash and chickpea curry is ready in half an hour and makes a great mid-week meal.

7 ratings
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Baked apples
Four baked apples with wrinkled skins and dried fruit centres are arranged in a square ceramic baking dish on a wooden surface, with a towel and plates in the background.

Baked apples

A quick and easy pudding that helps you towards 5 A DAY

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Egg fried rice
A black bowl filled with mixed rice, green peas, and herbs sits on a light wooden surface. A spoon rests in the bowl, and part of another dish and a silver spoon are visible nearby.

Egg fried rice

This healthy twist on a Chinese takeaway classic is simple and delicious

3 ratings
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Muffin with asparagus, egg and Hollandaise
A plate with toasted English muffins topped with poached eggs, asparagus, sautéed spinach, and creamy hollandaise sauce, garnished with fresh dill, with a fork and knife beside the plate.

Muffin with asparagus, egg and Hollandaise

Make your weekends taste better with this delicious brunch

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