RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Irish stew

  Myrtle Allen’s Irish stew – that classic combination of lamb and potatoes – tastes even better if you make it the day before

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  Chunky mediterranean pasta soup

  Rachel Allen's delicious hearty warming soup is made with chorizo sausage, pasta, tomatoes and herbs and is quick and easy to make

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  Mincemeat and marzipan ice cream

  This Women’s Institute dessert takes just minutes to prepare but tastes as if a lot of time has been spent making it!

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  Pork larb

  For a low-fat dish bursting with flavour, try this recipe for Laos' classic pork dish from Tom Parker Bowles

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  Spaghetti with cockles

  Tom Aikens’ simple seafood pasta would make an elegant dinner party dish

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  Chinese duck stir-fry

  This stir-fry from Cherry Valley combines pan-fried duck, oodles of noodles and crunchy vegetables for a speedy supper

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  Swedish Christmas ham

  Trina Hahnemann makes homely roast ham covered with a rich mustard and sugar glaze.

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  Ratatouille

  Enjoy the best vegetables the summer has to offer in this healthy, meat-free dish from Tana Ramsay

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  Olive straws

  As a variation, you can replace the olives in Michel Roux’s party recipe with tinned anchovies - be sure to drain all the oil from the tin

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  Mushroom risotto pie with ginger coriander sauce

  For an eye-catching main course, try Claire Cook's tasty mushroom risotto-filled pie, served with a flavourful cream sauce