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Recipes

Choose from a mouth-watering selection of recipes to make and share at home. From tried and tested classic bakes to healthy dishes, find inspiration for your next meal.

More cakes, bakes and desserts

Apple cinnamon bun is a tasty tea-time treat

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Apple cinnamon buns

Try this apple cinnamon bun recipe for a tasty teatime treat with a gloriously sticky caramel sauce.

Blackberry and pistachio cake with a slice removed and on a small plate

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Pistachio and blackberry cake

Light, delicately flavoured and incredibly moreish, this pistachio and blackberry cake is guaranteed to impress your friends and family whatever the occasion.

Lemon and white chocolate scones on a plate next to a serving dish and tea cup

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Lemon and white chocolate scones

A simple, zesty twist of a classic scone recipe. Bake some lemon and white chocolate scones that will go down a treat with the whole family.

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Traditional pancakes

Try this delicious recipe for a good old-fashioned pancake. Simple and quick to make, this basic recipe means you can top your pancakes with whatever you like.

More pies and savoury treats

Chicken, leek and tarragon pie on a plate with a fork

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Chicken, leek and tarragon pie

This family favourite creamy chicken and leek pie, topped with fresh herbs and puff pastry, is the perfect choice to warm you up on chilly nights.

A tray full of freshly baked cheese and bacon twists

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Cheese and bacon twists

These easy twists of crisp pastry wrapped around tasty bacon and cheese are perfect warm or cold, whether for lunch with a side salad, for a picnic or just a cheeky daytime snack.

Sweet potato and cauliflower curried pies in a baking tray

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Sweet potato and cauliflower curry pies

Discover your next warming recipe or midweek family favourite with these tasty sweet potato and cauliflower curry pies.

Large baked quiche with salmon and watercress filling

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Salmon and watercress quiche

From its buttery pastry to its creamy filling of rich smoked salmon and peppery watercress, this quiche is a real treat. It can be made ahead of time and enjoyed hot or cold.

More soups, stews and curries

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Parsnip and apple soup

Learn how to make a tasty and warming parsnip and apple soup – the perfect dish for a cold day.

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Chicken and mustard one pot

Learn how to make a wholesome and hearty chicken and mustard one pot that's great as a warming lunch, or served with creamy mashed potato for a more substantial meal.

Butternut squash and roasted red pepper soup in a bowl with a slice of sourdough bread

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Butternut squash, red pepper and chilli soup

Rich, sweet butternut with a spicy twist, this comforting soup makes a great autumnal lunch when served with hunks of sourdough bread.

Potato, pepper and courgette curry with naan bread

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Potato, pepper and courgette curry

This spicy vegetable curry is a healthy alternative to a takeaway. Full of flavour, the addition of courgettes gives it a fresh twist, making it perfect for summertime meals.

More salads and light bite recipes

Stack of cooked beetroot fritters on a chopping board

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Beetroot, carrot and spring onion fritter

Packed full of nutrients and naturally sweet, these earthy and crispy fritters are great on their own or with a fresh salad for a delicious meal.

Scrambled egg with tomato and spinach on sourdough toast, on a plate with a knife and fork

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Scrambled eggs, tomato and spinach on sourdough

This scrambled egg recipe with a twist is perfect for early risers or mid-morning brunch lovers. The fresh tomatoes and spinach elevate a classic breakfast dish.

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Broccoli and cheese filo parcel

Make this creamy mix of sour, salty cheese and fresh broccoli in crispy pastry – a tasty treat for any time of the day.

Cooked mini quiches on a wooden chopping board

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Pea, mint and broad bean quiches

Put a refreshing twist on your menu with these delicious mini quiches, perfect for light snacking or paired with a refreshing salad in the warmer months.

More vegetarian recipes

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Sweet potato and cauliflower curry pies

Discover your next warming recipe or midweek family favourite with these tasty sweet potato and cauliflower curry pies.

A shallow white bowl with a fork, full of tagliatelle with a creamy vegetable sauce including mange tout and sliced red onion

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Vegetable tagliatelle Alfredo

This simple and creamy pasta dish is packed full of vegetables and is perfect for busy nights when you want comfort and indulgence.

Pea and mint scotch eggs, cut in half on a plate

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Pea and mint Scotch eggs

A vegetarian take on an old classic, these pea and mint Scotch eggs are a tasty lunch with a salad, or a handy snack on the go.

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Vegetable tagine

Keep warm with this hearty vegan tagine with a hint of chilli heat. A filling lunch or a satisfying dinner with crusty bread.

More vegan recipes

Baking tray full of cooked wild mushroom and beetroot rolls

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Wild mushroom and beetroot rolls

These vegan wild mushroom and beetroot rolls are sure to be a family favourite with their earthy flavour and flaky pastry.

Vegan 'creem' tea with jam and vegan clotted 'creem'

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Vegan 'creem' tea

These vegan scones and clotted 'creem' are quick to whip up for a tasty afternoon treat.

Coronation cauliflower and couscous salad, with golden spiced cauliflower chunks on couscous, scattered with mint leaves

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Coronation cauliflower and couscous salad

This satisfying salad combines spicy roasted cauliflower chunks with fluffy couscous, crunchy veg and flavourful fresh herbs, almonds and sultanas.

Vegan date sponge on a plate with a just of sauce

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Vegan date sponge

Whether you're cutting down or going dairy-free, this vegan date sponge recipe served with a velvety caramel sauce is the perfect way to round off a meal.

More family-friendly recipes

A green casserole dish full of Spanish baked rice with leek, bacon and chickpeas, with a spoon in it, on a wooden table

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Spanish baked rice with leek, bacon and chickpeas

This easy one-pot recipe for Spanish baked rice, packed with leek, bacon and chickpeas, makes a hearty meal for the whole family to enjoy.

Freshly cooked cottage pie in a square dish

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Cottage pie

Treat the family this winter to this comforting classic cottage pie. Layered with beef mince and fluffy, buttery mash, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.