RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Leek cannelloni with lemon thyme and provolone piccante

  Luxurious yet inexpensive, Rick Stein's baked pasta dish showcases the buttery flavour and melting tenderness of gently stewed leeks

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  Christmas mess

  Mark Hix’s delicious cranberry, chestnut and meringue concoction makes a great alternative Christmas dessert

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  Bakewell tart

  Crisp pastry, raspberry jam and a dense almond topping create a real family favourite in this classic Bakewell tart from Tamasin Day-Lewis

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  Falafel

  Alan Coxon's crisp fried patties made from spices and ground broad beans are a wonderfully tasty addition to a buffet

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  Apple, bramble and custard bake

  Alan Air gives a truly inspirational twist to the good old apple and blackberry crumble, by cooking it with the custard already inside...

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  Soft chocolate cake with crema di mascarpone

  Theo Randall uses top-quality Valhrona chocolate to make this most decadent of desserts with a marsala wine-spiked mascarpone cream

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  Prawns with garlic, almonds and cauliflower purée

  Henry Harris' delicate seafood dish is an ideal winter dinner party starter

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  Venison and mushroom pasty

  Sophie Grigson makes perfect autumn picnic fare with a venison, shitake mushroom and juniper pasty

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  Baked camembert in a box

  James Martin's simple but classic French way of serving cheese makes a rich and delicious starter

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  Roast pork belly

  Nigel Slater recommends roasting pork on the bone for maximum flavour - try this recipe for delectable, foolproof results