RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Poached eggs with asparagus

  Simplicity itself, this James Martin recipe depends upon good quality ingredients, such as the freshest asparagus, to be enjoyed at its best

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  Chicken broth with basil dumplings

  Matt Tebbutt’s light autumnal broth makes a deliciously simple dish that will feed 2 people for under £5

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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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  Pepperless ratatouille

  For a tasty mid-week supper, nothing could be easier than Sophie Grigson’s vegetarian stew, which also makes a great accompaniment to a meat dish

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  Verzada (sausage and cabbage casserole)

  Matthew Fort’s hearty yet simple Italian peasant-style casserole is the perfect Sunday night supper

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  Mango, passion-fruit and papaya lassi

  This refreshing Indian yogurt drink is packed with tropical flavour and makes a great match with spicy food

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  Carrot and cashew crisp with hot lentil salad

  This delicious vegetarian dish from Marise Maddison combines the sweet flavours of carrot and toasted cashew with hot puy lentil salad and an orange and cardamom sauce

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  Sweet potato pudding

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

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  Melba toast

  Melba toast is a perfect accompaniment for potted shrimp, pate or soup. From James Martin

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  Lamb torte with carrots in anchovy dressing

  Instead of serving your meat and potatoes side-by-side on the plate, Steven Terry layers them up and turns them into a delicious savoury torte