RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Crisp fried squid

  Ready in minutes, Sam and Eddie Hart's deep-fried squid make for irresistible finger food

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  Lobster thermidor

  Matt Tebbutt’s classic French dish of lobster slathered in béchamel sauce and topped with bubbling gruyère is perfect with skinny fries and a green salad

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  Fillet of halibut with soft crab and dill crust

  Increase the quantities of Paul Merrett’s recipe for an easy main course to impress your dinner guests

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  Rhubarb eton mess

  Forced rhubarb is even sweeter than its seasonal counterpart, so make use of them in Clodagh McKenna’s quick and effortless recipe for an old British favourite

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  Pea and coriander soup

  Try Madhur Jaffrey's Indian version of cream of pea soup - with cumin seeds, chilli and fresh coriander

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  Naan bread

  Try making your own deliciously doughy naans using this fabulous Madhur Jaffrey recipe...

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  Pennette al forno (four cheese pasta bake with ham)

  For a simple, hearty meal al'Italiano try Gino D'Acampo's pasta bake, flavoured with four tasty cheeses

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  Sweet potato pudding

  A fruity Jamaican dish from Pancy Patterson crammed with coconut, fruits and spices

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  Red lamb or beef stew

  Use either lamb or beef for Madhur Jaffrey's vibrant spicy stew

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  Quiche Lorraine

  Crumbly butter pastry, smoky bacon and melting gruyere cheese are a divine combination in Trish Deseine’s recipe for this great French quiche