Gooey mozzarella and strong Stilton are stuffed into giant Portobello mushrooms for gloriously cheesy results. Served with a decadent creamy mash, this vegetarian dish is a real treat.
This all-American classic cobb salad recipe lines up crispy bacon, succulent chicken and golden boiled eggs with plenty of colourful veg and a drizzle of creamy blue cheese dressing, for an indulgent salad more than worthy of main course status.
Originating from Spain, prawns pil-pil is typically served as tapas. Our speedy version is ready in just 15 minutes and uses jarred chargrilled peppers to save you time. Serve with a dollop of aïoli and crusty bread to mop up that smoky paprika sauce.
Jade Greenhalgh's lamb meatballs sharing platter is a real crowd-pleaser. Ideal for gatherings with friends or Christmas parties
Creamy blue cheese polenta is the perfect winter comfort food. Serve as a hearty alternative to mash or spaghetti with these juicy beef meatballs and a herby tomato sauce.
Jazz up your chicken breasts with this blue cheese stuffing and streaky bacon wrap. The filling is made from gently cooked leeks and sliced sundried tomato mixed with Stilton or Dolcelatte. Top tip: once the breasts are wrapped and ready for cooking, skewer with a cocktail stick.
Enjoy all the flavours of a classic korma with hardly any effort. Simply pop the ingredients into your slow-cooker and come back to tender chicken in a luxuriously creamy coconut sauce. Freeze any leftovers to enjoy at a later date.
Give your steak a spicy makeover with a tomato, Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce marinade. Add a crisp side salad and creamy stilton dressing for a heavenly midweek meal.
They might be small, but these mini beef pies pack a Stilton-powered punch
Take a journey to Spain with this chorizo and seafood paella that marries both the land and sea.
This colourful courgette spaghetti recipe is simple to cook and full of fresh flavours. Grating the courgette is super-easy and means it doesn’t need to be cooked separately – simply stir into the pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy ricotta.
This rich, hearty bourguignon is great for festive gatherings and chilly winter evenings. In this slow-cooker twist, the brisket is cooked until meltingly tender then shredded. Serve with pickled slaw to balance the richness and garlic baguettes for scooping up that delicious sauce. No slow-cooker? Check out our tip below on how to make this in the oven.
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This versatile tomato sauce has hidden veggies and a touch of heat
Sausages and mash is a comfort food classic. We've taken it up a notch here by adding a homemade tomato and onion gravy recipe and grating Cheddar into the potatoes for an extra indulgent cheesy mash.
Enjoy a comforting dinnertime favourite, on your night in for two, with this scaled-down toad-in-the-hole recipe.
Pork and caramelised onion sausage meat adds a touch of meaty sweetness to these moreish pizza-style pittas.
If you love crumpets with savoury toppings, you'll love this English breakfast-inspired crumpet bake with all your favourite cooked breakfast ingredients. It's ideal if you're looking for something different for a weekend brunch that's also quick and easy. It's so delicious, you might want it for dinner too!
This is a real throw-it-all-in traybake that makes a fab family meal. Comforting gnocchi and tasty sausages make up the base, alongside plenty of chunky veg and cherry tomatoes for a pop of colour. Drizzled with pesto after baking, it's full of flavour and super-satisfying!
This sausage and courgette pasta bake is hearty, comforting and perfect for a midweek dinner
Combine seasonal squash with juicy pork sausages and fragrant sage for a creamy, indulgent pasta bake fit for a midweek meal
This crispy sausage and tomato pasta is a quick and easy dish that takes less than 20 minutes to make. Combining flavoursome pork sausages with a fresh tomato sauce, it's sure to be a family favourite.
A pot of simmering lentils topped with sausages and lots of veg is the ultimate winter warmer to feed the family. Add a slice of bread to mop up those juices! This is a delicious take on the French classic that you'll want to make on repeat.
Packed with hearty veg, fresh greens and juicy sausages, this casserole is the perfect dinner for colder nights and great for making ahead and freezing
This tasty twist on traditional fajitas uses juicy chipolatas, which are quick and easy to cook. With all the classic spicy and zesty flavours of fajitas plus your favourite toppings, this is a winning dinner for any night of the week.
Craving something comforting and healthy? This veggie moussaka recipe is what you need! We've given the classic bake a fresh, 'green' twist with courgette slices and fibre-rich lentils, which pack in 3 of your 5-a-day. Layer it up with tender potatoes and jarred white sauce (for quickness), then bake until golden and bubbling. Serve with steamed broccoli or a crisp leafy salad, if you like.
This family-friendly sausage casserole is served with tender caramelised onions and crispy potatoes for a delicious twist on a comforting classic. Try using veggie sausages, if you fancy a meat-free version.
Simple ingredients come together to create this delicious, comforting dish that will appeal to all the family. Tinned mackerel is a great budget-friendly addition to your storecupboard for rustling up a quick and tasty meal, so keep some in stock!
A riff on risotto, this simple supper uses orzo – an easy-to-cook pasta – and sweet cherry tomatoes. We've used ready-roasted chicken to keep things speedy and added artichokes for a little tang. This is a lovely comforting yet healthy midweek meal that's on the table in 15 minutes!
This cosy, wholesome vegan stew is just the thing for chilly evenings. It's packed with 3 of you 5-a-day and comes together quickly - we've used frozen butternut squash to save you time chopping! Ladle it over rice or serve with crusty bread for dipping. Make-and-freeze ahead for nutritious midweek meals when you need them.