RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Lentil and vegetable puree

  This is one of Annabel Karmel's most popular baby purees. It is a rich source of protein, iron and calcium.

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  Zucchine ripiene

  A hearty family supper dish from Matthew Fort – Italian meat-stuffed courgettes baked in tomato sauce

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  Chicken noodle soup

  Aaron Craze makes his partner Nicci’s delicious low-fat alternative to a Chinese takeaway

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  Polenta with rabbit and carrot salad

  Aaron Craze uses strong Italian flavours of thyme and garlic in this supper dish for two

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  Snow pancakes with rum butter

  If the weather conditions are right, Joanne Wilson uses snow in her batter for a lighter pancake. Serve them with lashings of rum butter for an indulgent treat. This pud is one her nan used to make at weekends...

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  Chicken and chips

  A great British classic of chicken, chips, onion rings and mushrooms smothered with a garlic and herb sauce from Nigel Haworth

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  White asparagus with ham hock and egg dressing

  Dress up new season asparagus with this luxurious ham and egg dish from Bryn Williams

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  Braised oxtail with chantenay carrots

  Slow cooked in wine and port, and served with sweet carrots, Jun Tanaka’s rich oxtail dish is a warming treat for hungry diners

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  Spicy moules mariniere

  Andrew Turner looks to south-east Asia for an inspired touch to traditional mussels cooked in white wine and cream, using piquant herbs, spices and coconut milk

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  Egg and nut-free American pancakes

  Alice Sherwood makes delicious allergy-free American pancakes that all the family will love