RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Cauliflower samosa

  Bengali cook Jayanti Bhattacharyya makes light puffs of spiced cauliflower, also known as Phoolkopir shinghara

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  Cassoulet

  Classically French, Rick Stein's substantial winter dish is a one-pot meal that's a real crowd pleaser, especially on a blustery day

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  Roast saddle of venison with spiced redcurrant jelly

  James Martin teams the gamey flavour of tender venison with a cinnamon-spiked redcurrant jelly

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  Polish beetroot soup with dumplings (barszcz)

  Rob Elliot recreates a traditional beetroot soup served with little mushroom dumplings

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  Spiced meat kebabs

  Suneil Kher adds ginger, garlic and chilli to these spiced kebabs which he serves with a vibrant and tangy chutney

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  Chicken caesar salad

  A welcome break from boring old sandwiches that guarantees an empty lunch box every time.

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  Sardine and caramelised onion tart

  Matt Tebbut creates a delicious puff pastry tart with a fresh Mediterranean flavour

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  Mint labne

  Matt Tebbutt flavours this creamy Middle-eastern cheese with lemon zest, making a tangy side dish that's great with pitta bread

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  Rum baba with poached quince

  Chris Galvin's syrup-laden pudding with a hint of rum makes a great festive dessert

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  Lamb samosas with coriander and lime raita

  Rachel Allen's crisp filo pastry triangles filled with spicy lamb are served with a creamy raita and make a fabulously tasty starter or side dish