Dinner

Spiced Fish with Couscous

As this recipe shows, it is easy to make your own spice mix. And the best thing about it is...


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Vegetable Hash

Traditionally, a hash was the perfect way to use up leftovers from a roast dinner. Here, a glorious mix of...


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Cheesy Vegetable Gratin

A comforting, chunky vegetable stew is topped with a cheesy breadcrumb crust to evoke the flavours of traditional farmhouse cooking.


Roasted Vegetable Crumble

Sweetly flavoured, roasted vegetables topped with a savoury crumble that includes Parmesan, nuts, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds for added...


Mushroom Pasta Bake

Using a variety of fresh and dried mushrooms combined with tasty artichoke hearts, this pasta bake dish gives off an...


Vegetable Moussaka

This is a clever variation on the traditional, meat-based Greek dish that is usually quite high in fat. The meat...


Goat’s Cheese, Spinach and Pesto Lasagna

Fresh pasta needs only brief oven-baking. Used in a vegetarian lasagna it is layered with wilted fresh spinach and juicy...


Jumbo Mushrooms with Camembert Cheese and Pine Nuts

These stuffed mushrooms are topped with slices of creamy cheese, sprinkled with pine nuts. Serve on toast for a smart,...

Salmon and asparagus lasagna

It's always interesting to try a few changes with a familiar dish. This is an attractive and healthy variation on...


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Tray-baked salmon

Succulent salmon steaks are rich in heart-healthy fats. Here they are oven-baked on a luscious bed of sliced tomatoes, eggplant...


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Cheesy cod and potato bake

Here's a really simple supper dish of smoked cod with a crispy topping of sliced potatoes finished with cheese. Peas...


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Crab and shrimp cakes

Homemade fish cakes are always a special treat. They are the ultimate all-in-one dish, as they contain fish, potato and...


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Chicken parmigiana

An easy, Italian-style dish of chicken breasts, oven-baked with a low-fat, chunky vegetable sauce, with a Parmesan topping. Serve with...


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Chicken and broccoli pasta bake

A healthy, quick and easy family meal, this hearty bake combines ready-cooked chicken and whole wheat pasta in a cheesy...


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Sausage, pasta and mixed bean bake

This hearty, colourful and very nutritious main dish is perfect for an easy midweek meal, and can be rustled up...


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Chicken and blue cheese gratin

A layered bake of sliced potatoes, celeriac and leeks with chicken, topped with cheese, makes a perfect dish for an...


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Lamb and vegetable bake

This hearty dish of lean lamb layered with delicious root vegetables and baked in a covered casserole is perfect for...

Healthiest-ever Lasagna

Lasagna is everybody's favourite cold-weather meal, but it can be very high in fat, especially if store-bought. This version includes...


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Peppers stuffed with beef and tomatoes

Choose large, firm peppers - they make the perfect container for a herby beef, tomato and fresh breadcrumb mixture, topped...


Lamb and Sultana Stuffed Onions

Stuffing vegetables is a great way of using them to make a healthy one-dish meal. This tasty stuffing, of spiced...


Dried Fruit and Nut Dressing

This dressing has some crispiness, but if you prefer yours soft, put a cover on it while it's baking. Any...


Sage-Brined Turkey Breast

Try a new spin on on a holiday classic. Brining turkey imparts flavour and creates a moist breast that will...


Kwanzaa Vegetables

This African vegetable dish is a great addition to any holiday feast. Sweet potatoes, a staple of African cuisine, are...

Hearty Vegetable and Turkey-Bacon Soup

Your holiday leftovers won't go to waist with this hearty soup recipe.


Seafood Soup with Fennel and Saffron

One of my favourite soups is Seafood Soup with with Fennel and Saffron. The aroma of the onion, fennel, garlic...


Sweet Potato and Cucumber Salad

Sweet potatoes are a healthy alternative to their cousin, the potato. They are high in vitamins A and C, and...


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Fresh Coleslaw with Crispy Spinach Roti

Flatbreads are my favourite bread recipes to make at home. Store-bought varieties have shortening or vegetable oil added to make...


Jerk Chicken

While jerk seasonings are easily accessible in most grocery stores, they can be high in fat. Preparing your own is...


Green-Tea Poached Salmon with Sautéed Mushrooms

Try this new spin on a favourite fish for dinner tonight. Topped with sautéed mushrooms, and garnished with green onion,...