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Cauliflower cheese monsters
A baked pasta bake topped with melted cheese, decorated with parsley, two radishes, and a slice of red pepper to resemble a smiling face.

Cauliflower cheese monsters

Get creative when cooking with kids by making cheese and pasta monsters

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Marmite pasta with porcini and lemon breadcrumbs
A yellow plate of spaghetti with spinach and grated cheese sits on a rustic wooden table, next to a glass of iced tea with a lemon slice and a yellow serviette. Another plate of pasta is partially visible in the background.

Marmite pasta with porcini and lemon breadcrumbs

This dish is inspired by a Nigella Lawson classic

6 ratings
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Rustic Italian pasta and bean soup
A bowl of vegetable soup with pasta, white beans, carrots, spinach, and tomatoes sits on a wooden table. A spoon is in the bowl, and grated cheese is visible in a small dish nearby.

Rustic Italian pasta and bean soup

This chunky soup brings together the best of Mediterranean flavours and is a healthy winter warmer.

5 ratings
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Kedgeree
A bowl of rice mixed with garden peas and flaked fish, topped with two halves of a soft-boiled egg. A fork and knife rest beside the bowl on a wooden table with a striped serviette nearby.

Kedgeree

A healthy version of a classic brunch that still packs a spicy punch

2 ratings
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‘Almost’ shakshuka with harissa yoghurt
A frying pan of shakshuka with poached eggs in spicy tomato sauce, topped with herbs, sits on a blue surface beside a torn piece of rustic bread. An orange-handled spoon is in the pan.

‘Almost’ shakshuka with harissa yoghurt

A tasty way to spice up your morning

6 ratings
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Coronation chicken
An open-faced sandwich with mixed greens and a creamy chicken salad on wholegrain toast, served on a colourful patterned plate.

Coronation chicken

A delicious twist on a lunchtime classic

3 ratings
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Mince pie apples
Six halved baked apples topped with sliced almonds and dried fruit, arranged on a patterned plate. A cinnamon stick and a bowl of cream or yoghurt are nearby on a dark surface.

Mince pie apples

Festive doesn’t have to mean fattening

2 ratings
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Mushroom and red pepper sandwich
Two stacked sandwiches filled with sautéed mushrooms and red pepper, made with multigrain bread, are on a wooden surface. Glasses of orange juice and greenery are blurred in the background.

Mushroom and red pepper sandwich

A flavour-packed breakfast sarnie to set you up for the day

2 ratings
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Mulled wine-less
Two glass tumblers and a jug filled with red punch sit on a silver tray, accompanied by two cinnamon sticks, a folded orange serviette, and pine cones, against a maroon background.

Mulled wine-less

Full of festive flavours and alcohol free, this warming alternative to mulled wine is a Christmas essential.

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Miso and tahini chicken with chermoula ratatouille
Roasted chicken thighs with a creamy sauce served on top of sliced, roasted vegetables including courgette, aubergine, and peppers in a white baking dish on a green tablecloth and next to a yellow serviette.

Miso and tahini chicken with chermoula ratatouille

If you love your veggies, this dish contains 6 of your 5 A DAY! Not only this, but its blend of ingredients work wonderfully together to create an unforgettable homecooked experience

3 ratings
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Mexican chicken salad
A wooden bowl filled with salad containing sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, sweetcorn, kidney beans, shredded lettuce, and two lime halves. A fork and knife rest at the side. Small bowls of dressing and chopped vegetables are nearby.

Mexican chicken salad

A taste of Mexico in a bowl

2 ratings
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Chocolate chip banana bread
Sliced banana bread with chocolate chips is displayed on a wooden board, with whole bananas blurred in the background.

Chocolate chip banana bread

A sweet treat perfect for tea-time or in the office

2 ratings
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Baked sweet potato with smoky chickpeas
A baked sweet potato topped with chickpeas, spinach, tomato sauce, and a dollop of soured cream, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a grey plate.

Baked sweet potato with smoky chickpeas

Pulses, such as the chickpeas in this recipe, are a great source of fibre and count towards your 5 A DAY, too

5 ratings
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Roast salmon and pesto traybake
Four seasoned salmon fillets on a bed of roasted cherry tomatoes, courgette ribbons, and potatoes, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Lemon wedges are on a blue and white cloth nearby.

Roast salmon and pesto traybake

This fish dish is packed with Mediterranean flavours and is a great source of omega-3

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Courgette baba ganoush
A bowl of green dip with a spoon sits on a woven placemat, surrounded by cucumber sticks, tortilla crisps, a lemon wedge, and a light green serviette.

Courgette baba ganoush

This popular dip goes well with nachos at a party

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