Hake with Clams, Chorizo and Manzanilla (4)

A favourite Spanish recipe which is perfect for sharing from Jose Pizarro.

Tajik Green Lentil and Rice Soup (4)

A hearty vegetarian soup from Tajikstan which I found in ” Samarkand” by Caroline Eden and Eleanor Ford. As an alternative to the herb paste you can add a dollop of herbed Suzma or you can just stir in some chopped greens for the final 5 minutes of cooking.

Potatoes, Asparagus Tips and Eggs (4)

A simple bake to serve for lunch or supper from ” Med” by Claudia Roden.

Egyptian Red Lentil Soup (6-8)

A spicy, creamy, comforting soup from Egypt which I found in ” Med” by Claudia Roden. If you like you can serve with a caramalised onion garnish. Instructions for this are at the end of the recipe.

Green Barley Risotto with Peas and Asparagus (4)

A delicious vegetarian supper from ” Med” by Claudia Roden. If you like it can be made in advance, but the asparagus should be cooked at the last minute.

Cheesy Curried Beans on Toast (2)

These Cheesy Curried Beans from Yotam Ottolenghi make a quick and easy brunch, lunch or supper . They arebest made with jarred beans but you can also use a tin. A 400g tin gives about 300g beans, so I increase the cream and cheese to take this into account. You could add extra spicing if you like.

Sweet Potato Chilli Bowl (4-6)

A super tasty vegetable soup with Thai influences, and perfect after a bracing walk. Its from ” The Hidden Hut” by Simon Stallaed.

Chicken with Lemon and Olives (4)

Here is another version of this Moroccan favourite from Nigel Slater. Serve with couscous , a simple rice pilaff or a green salad.

Stuffed Mussels (8)

This recipe from Rachel Roddy could be served with drinks, as a starter or as part of a spread.

Fennel Gratin (8)

I’ve got a couple of Fennel Gratin recipes on this site already but this creamy cheesy version from ” Together ” by Jamie Oliver is definitely my favourite to date. And personally I think 8 is a bit optimistic unless it is seved among several other side dishes. Two of us wolfed it down alongside sausages. There were no leftovers…

Guinea Fowl with Orange and Szechuan Pepper (2)

More festive fare from Nigel Slater.

Hot Smoked Salmon with Potatoes and Dill (2)

An easy supper from ” The Christmas Chronicles” by Nigel Slater

Potato, Guanciale and Sage Gratin (4-6)

A simple Italian supper from Thomasina Miers. Serve accompanied with an olive, orange and chicory salad.

Penne with fried Cauliflower, Raisins and Pine Nuts (4)

An easy but full of flavour supper dish from ” Chilli Notes” by Thomasina Miers.

Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Tomatoes (6)

A delicious recipe for a family meal from ” The Weekend Cook” by Angela Hartnett. If you like you can add some diced potatoes to the roasting tin 40 minutes before the end of the cooking time, letting them roast in the lamb fat and juices. You could make a ratatouille to serve alongside, or cauliflower cheese or a simple fresh green salad.

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