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Cauliflower & Broccoli Cheese Bake
Soft veg smothered in a silky cheese sauce, baked until bubbling and golden. Comfort food at its finest and a solid way to convert anyone suspicious of brassicas. Ingredients (serves 4 as a side) Method Variations & Add-ins Add-in What it adds Crumbled blue cheese Sharp richness Cooked pasta Make it into a veg-packed mac…
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Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
Charred, golden sprouts tossed with crispy pancetta and a little garlic – salty, savoury and nothing like the ones you dreaded as a kid. Ingredients (serves 4 as a side) Method Variations & Add-ins Extra Ingredient What it Adds Chopped chestnuts Festive, nutty texture Grated parmesan Umami boost just before serving Chilli flakes A bit…
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Braised Red Cabbage
Sweet, sharp, salty and savoury – this is the perfect side for roasts, sausages, or anything needing a bit of punch. Cooked low and slow for flavour, but with just enough texture left to stop it going mushy. Ingredients (serves 4–6 as a side) Method
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Bone Broth
This isn’t your average stock recipe. It’s a zero-waste, flavour-packed method for those who regularly cook with whole cuts of meat and want to make the most of every bit. Saving Bones Whenever you’ve finished working with something like a whole chicken or a bone-in joint, save the bones. Pop them in a sealed container…
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Baked Beans
These homemade baked beans are worlds better than any tinned version. Rich, flavourful and endlessly adaptable. Using pantry staples (your choice of beans and tinned tomatoes), a splash of Worcester sauce and a touch of spice, you’ll create tender beans in a sweet & savoury sauce that far outshines any store bought tin. Customise with…
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Fluffy Pancakes 🥞
Light and airy, these fluffy pancakes are a breakfast favourite, perfect for stacking high and drizzling with warm fig jam (see the Fig Jam recipe for details). Whether you top them simply with butter or get creative with fruit compotes, they’re a canvas for your flavour experiments. Ingredients Method Tips & Variations
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Fig Jam
Fig jam is a delightful way to preserve the rich, sweet flavours of fresh figs, complemented by citrus notes. Perfect spread on toast, paired with cheese, or used as a dessert glaze, it’s simple to make yet deeply satisfying. Ingredients Method Tips & Variations
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Potato Smiley Faces
These homemade potato smiley faces are a fun and nostalgic treat, perfect for kids or a playful snack. With a crisp golden exterior and soft, fluffy potato inside, they’re easy to make and bring a smile to everyone’s face! Ingredients Method Tips & Variations
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Mini Pork Pies
These traditional mini pork pies are perfect bite-sized snacks or party appetizers, featuring a rich hot-water crust pastry and savoury pork filling. A touch of Stilton on top adds a creamy twist, and optional jelly filling makes them truly authentic and elegant. Ingredients For the filling: For the pastry: For the jelly (optional): Optional topper:…
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Bagels
Bagels are a chewy, golden-brown delight you can easily bake at home. A simple dough gets its signature springy chew from a short boil, and—if you’re aiming for an extra-tender crumb—you can swap in reserved pasta or potato water for up to half the liquid. Those starchy waters lend structure and flavour, all while cutting…