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Isabella Barbato’s tagliatelle with her mum’s tomato sauce
This rich, succulent, slow-cooked sauce is delicious served with tagliatelle ribbons. Isabella Barbato’s tagliatelle with her mum’s tomato sauce (Isabella Barbato/PA) Isabella Barbato’s tagliatelle with her mum’s tomato sauce (Isabella Barbato/PA) “Hand-cut tagliatelle made with semola and whole eggs, served with the slow-cooked tomato sauce that is the beating heart of this book,” says food writer Isabella Barbato. “I could not have started this book with anything else. This


How to make Jamie Oliver’s 20-minute sticky orange chicken
Try this for a healthy mid-week meal. ’20 minutes is the sweet spot’: Jamie Oliver (Justin Downing/PA) TV chef Jamie Oliver is set to prove that his new recipes are achievable in the allotted time – with dishes filmed against the clock in an unedited, one-shot take for Jamie’s 20-Minute Meals on Channel 4. It accompanies a cookbook, 20-Minute Meals: Real Fast Food, aiming to make home cooking quicker and easier than ever. The 51-year-old says: “Look, I’ve heard people say for


Claudine Boulstridge’s coconut cod and zesty noodles recipe
The chef calls this a ‘healthier’ version of fish fingers. Coconut cod with greens and zesty lime rice noodles “This quick and tasty dish – think of it as a healthier version of fish fingers – is packed with good fats from coconut and seeds, as well as high-protein hemp, fish and eggs,” says chef Claudine Boulstridge. “It’s both nutritious and delicious, and the creamy, fragrant lime sauce makes it a hit with adults and children alike.” Coconut cod with greens and zesty lime


How to make Ella Mills’ chunky chickpea and lentil soup with tahini and tomatoes
Soup season is upon us. Chunky chickpea and lentil soup with tahini and tomatoes (Clare Winfield/PA) “This one-pan soup is such a lifesaver – hearty, comforting, and packed with protein from the lentils and chickpeas,” says Deliciously Ella, aka Ella Mills. “You simply throw everything into the pan, and it pretty much cooks itself, making it perfect for those evenings when you’re low on energy but still want something nourishing. It also freezes brilliantly, if you want to do


How to make Ella Mills’ creamy white bean and mushroom orzo risotto
No risotto rice in the cupboard? No problem. Creamy white bean and mushroom orzo risotto (Clare Winfield/PA) “When I want something cosy and comforting but super easy, with almost no washing up, this creamy, zesty white bean and mushroom orzo is my go-to. Everything comes together in one pan, making it the perfect fuss-free meal for busy days,” says Ella Mills, founder of the Deliciously Ella brand. “With earthy mushrooms, hearty beans and velvety orzo, it’s rich and satisfyi


How to make Ella Mills’ pulled aubergine tortillas with crispy roasted cabbage
A total feast. Pulled aubergine tortillas with crispy roasted cabbage (Clare Winfield/PA) This is a two-parter of a recipe, which makes the most of leftovers. Start with Deliciously Ella’s pulled miso aubergine ragu. “A hearty and flavourful pulled aubergine ragu with lentils, perfect as a main dish on its own or served over pasta or grains. The aubergine is roasted until tender, shredded, then combined with lentils and a spiced tomato sauce to create a rich, satisfying sauce


3 easy Jamie Oliver recipes to try in an air fryer
The popular TV chef has jumped on the air fryer bandwagon. (David Loftus/PA) Air frying has completely changed the speed and convenience...


3 easy Mary Berry recipes to make this season
Take the hassle out of tea with these simple dishes. Everyone’s favourite TV cook Mary Berry is back with a new book that aims to take...


Marcus Wareing’s quick coq au vin recipe
Speed things up with this simplified dish. “A classic coq au vin, while utterly delicious, is quite a stagey recipe to prepare. There are...


Kate Humble’s autumn winter board recipe
The seasonal colours really make this dish. Who says sharing boards only have to be cured meats and cheeses? Kate Humble’s version is a...


3 autumnal air fryer recipes to try
Pumpkin panzanella anyone? Air fryers are now the third most-used appliance in British kitchens after toasters and microwave ovens,...


Pinch of Nom’s air fryer teriyaki aubergine recipe
A quick midweek meal that’s packed full of flavour. “We couldn’t cram more flavour into these sticky teriyaki aubergines if we tried,”...


Tom Kerridge’s grilled goat’s cheese salad recipe
Take your salad game to the next level with grilled goat’s cheese. “Grilled goat’s cheese and beets make a great duo in this...


Tom Kerridge’s chicken traybake recipe
Chef Tom Kerridge dubs this dish an “easy midweek meal”. “Nothing beats a chicken traybake for a quick and easy midweek meal,” says chef...


Ed Smith’s sausage laab and fried egg bun recipe
The breakfast bap just got tastier. Laab is a ‘salad’ made from minced or finely chopped meat or fish. Styles vary, but typically the...


Gennaro Contaldo’s savoury asparagus tart recipe
Welcome in spring with this seasonal dish. “This delicious savoury tart is made for the spring, when asparagus is plentiful and at its...


Crispy chilli rice with fried egg recipe
Use up leftover rice with this tasty recipe. “Fried rice is delicious, but crispy rice is an even better way to deploy cold leftovers,”...


Nathan Anthony’s slow cooker red pepper bruschetta pasta
A mash up of two classics. This is the recipe Nathan Anthony came up with when trying to decide between two favourite dishes: bruschetta...


Jamie Oliver’s chocolate dreams recipe – dedicated to wife Jools
Silky-smooth chocolate with fresh coffee. “Chocolate and coffee are celebrated all around the Med and they’re also my wife’s two...


Jeremy Pang’s lemongrass chicken recipe
This Thai-inspired dish can be on the table in 30 minutes. “I know with absolute certainty why this dish is a big-hitter on the School of...
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