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Xmas leftovers special: mulligatawny soup

At this time of year, I like to send out a useful recipe or two ahead of the inevitable Xmas leftovers. If you’re having turkey, my pot pie recipe is a handy one, as is my delicious turkey and almond … Continue reading

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Spiced pulled shoulder of lamb

Much as I love a leg of lamb cooked on the BBQ and carved into just-pink slices, my favourite is a slow-roasted and spiced shoulder of lamb. Cooked low and slow for a good five hours in the oven, it … Continue reading

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Rigatoni pasta bake

Sometimes, you just want a simple family crowdpleaser that uses store cupboard ingredients and can be scaled to feed more hungry mouths just by tweaking the amount of pasta you use. This is that dish. I’ve used chorizo as the … Continue reading

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Hassleback squash

I usually roast butternut squash in chunks but roasting it whole in this hassleback style is a lovely variation. It looks special and makes a great centrepiece for vegetarian guests or as a side dish for roast and BBQ meats. … Continue reading

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