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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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Spaghetti bolognese
A plate of spaghetti mixed with chopped vegetables and herbs, topped with chopped nuts, sits on a striped cloth serviette beside a fork and another partially visible plate.

Spaghetti bolognese

This version is much healthier but is still incredibly tasty

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Pasta with roasted pepper and butternut squash
A bowl of rotini pasta with roasted sweet potato cubes, cherry tomatoes, sliced onions, and pumpkin seeds, served on a white wooden table with a fork, pumpkin seeds, and half a red pepper nearby.

Pasta with roasted pepper and butternut squash

This hearty dish contains 3 of your 5 A DAY caramelised to perfection

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Parsnip and celeriac bake
A close-up of a baked potato gratin in an enamel dish, topped with melted and slightly browned cheese, with a serving spoon resting inside. The dish sits on a wooden board and a beige cloth.

Parsnip and celeriac bake

Mix the natural sweetness of these two earthy vegetables with the sharpness of mustard and cheese to create a wonderfully balanced autumnal dish.

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Coronation chicken sandwiches
Two halves of a curried chickpea salad sandwich stacked on a wooden board, with wholegrain bread and a creamy yellow filling mixed with chopped vegetables. A wooden skewer holds the sandwich together.

Coronation chicken sandwiches

A twist on the royal-inspired dish, created to celebrate the accession of Elizabeth II

4 ratings
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Strawberry granita
A glass dessert dish filled with red berry granita, garnished with fresh raspberries, blackberries, and a sprig of mint, sits on a striped cloth beside a small spoon. Another serving is visible in the background.

Strawberry granita

Cool off with this elegant lighter alternative to ice cream

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Poached egg à la Grecque
Two slices of toasted bread topped with roasted tomato halves, sliced mushrooms, and a poached egg with a runny yolk, served on a white plate.

Poached egg à la Grecque

Have a satisfying start to the day with this scrumptuous cooked breakfast

1 ratings
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Beef and vegetable stew
A pot of hearty beef stew with chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and herbs in a rich brown broth sits on a wooden table next to a bowl of leafy green salad.

Beef and vegetable stew

Winter is the perfect season for vegetable stew, so tuck into this hug in a bowl

3 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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Ginger zinger
Two glasses of a light, fizzy drink with ice, garnished with lime slices and purple-striped straws, sit on a green board. Lime wedges and ginger root are nearby, with a blurred background.

Ginger zinger

This alcohol-free zesty combination of ginger and lime is low in calories but bursting with flavour.

2 ratings
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Vegetarian stuffed peppers
A yellow pepper stuffed with beans and tomatoes sits on a plate with leafy greens, a slice of wholemeal bread, and the pepper's top next to the main dish.

Vegetarian stuffed peppers

Tender peppers packed with beans, mushrooms and goat’s cheese, this makes a healthy and delicious vegetarian meal. Pulses are a great source of fibre too

2 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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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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Fry-less fry-up
A breakfast plate with scrambled eggs, sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, grilled tomato halves, a sausage patty, and two slices of toasted bread on a woven placemat. Knife and fork are placed beside the plate.

Fry-less fry-up

Treat yourself to this healthier alternative to the traditional fry-up

3 ratings
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Eton mess
Three clear glasses filled with layers of whipped cream and sliced strawberries, topped with a strawberry slice and a mint leaf. Whole strawberries are scattered on the table in the background.

Eton mess

A British tea party classic with a full-on flavour and satisfying crunch

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