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Chicken chasseur with straw fries	[ "1.5kg/3lb 5oz whole chicken, jointed into eight pieces", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "50g/2oz plain flour", "2 tbsp olive oil", "110g/4oz butter", "150g/5Â½oz button mushrooms, left whole", "100g/3Â½oz chestnut mushrooms, halved", "150g/5Â½oz shallots, peeled and left whole", "40g/1Â½oz...	[ "For the chicken chasseur, season the chicken pieces with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Dredge in the flour to coat.", "Heat a large pan over a medium heat and add the oil and a third of the butter. When the butter is foaming, add the chicken pieces and fry skin-side down for 1-2 minutes until golden-bro...
Chicken cordon bleu	[ "4 boneless skinless chicken breasts", "175g/6oz emmental, cut into 8 chunks", "4 slices good-quality thick-cut ham", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "75g/2Â¾oz plain flour", "3 free-range eggs, lightly beaten", "150g/5oz Japanese panko breadcrumbs", "150g/5oz butter", "300g/10Â½oz French be...	[ "Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally nearly all the way through, then open each one out into a heart shape.", "Lay a large sheet of cling film onto a work surface, place one butterflied chicken breast on top, then cover with a second sheet of cling film. Gently flatten the chicken breast with a meat mall...
Chicken croquetas with piquillo pepper mayo	[ "75g/3oz butter", "200g/7oz plain flour", "500ml/18fl oz milk", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "75g/3oz fresh breadcrumbs", "150g/5oz cooked chicken, chopped", "1 small bunch fresh tarragon, leaves picked and chopped", "75g/3oz plain flour", "2 free-range eggs, beaten", "75g/3oz panko Jap...	[ "For the croquetas, melt the butter in a large saucepan, then whisk in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes. Whisk in the milk gradually until you have a very thick sauce. Season with salt and pepper.", "Stir in the fresh breadcrumbs, chicken and tarragon, then place in the fridge to chill for 3-4 hours.", "Shape...
Chicken curry with basmati rice	[ "3 tbsp desiccated coconut", "200g/7oz basmati rice", "40g/1Â¾oz butter", "1 tbsp vegetable oil", "1 onion, finely sliced", "50g/2oz medium-strength curry paste", "4 small chicken breasts, skinned and cut into 2cm/1in slices", "200g/7oz canned tomatoes", "300ml/10Â½fl oz coconut milk", "2 tbsp cho...	[ "Preheat the grill to medium heat. Sprinkle the coconut onto a baking tray and toast under the grill until just golden-brown. Set aside.", "Put the basmati rice in a lidded saucepan then cover with 400ml/Â¾ pint cold water. Add half of the butter, then cover the pan, place it over a high heat and bring just to t...
Chicken fricassÃ©e	[ "500ml/18fl oz chicken stock", "200ml/7fl oz white wine", "125g/4Â½oz pearl onions", "3 sprigs thyme, leaves only", "1.5kg/3lb 5oz whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces, plus the rest of the carcass", "200g/7oz baby button mushrooms", "4 free-range egg yolks", "150ml/5fl oz double cream", "salt and fresh...	[ "Place a large casserole over a high heat, add the stock, white wine, pearl onions and thyme and bring to a simmer.", "Add the chicken, including the carcass and return to a simmer.", "Add the button mushrooms, then cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.", "Remove th...
Chicken piperade with pilau rice	[ "1 tbsp plain flour", "1 x 1.5kg/3lb 5oz chicken, giblets removed, jointed into 8 pieces", "25ml/1fl oz olive oil", "2 onions, thickly sliced", "2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed", "4 red peppers, seeds removed, thickly sliced", "1 tbsp tomato purÃ©e", "5 tbsp dry sherry", "5 tbsp white wine", "400...	[ "For the chicken, preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.", "Sprinkle the flour onto a plate and season with salt and pepper, then dredge the chicken pieces in the flour.", "Heat half of the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden-b...
Chicken tagine with pomegranate tabbouleh	[ "olive oil, for frying", "6 large chicken thighs", "1 onion, finely chopped", "2 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "5cm/2in piece fresh root ginger, grated", "Â½ tsp saffron", "1 tsp ground turmeric", "1 tsp ground coriander", "1 tbsp ras-el-hanout", "Â½ cinnamon stick", "500ml/18fl oz chicken sto...	[ "For the chicken tagine, heat a large heavy-bottomed saucepan until hot. Add a little olive oil and the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and fry until golden-brown, then flip over and brown on the other side before transferring to a plate.", "Add the onion, garlic and ginger to the pan and gently fry for 2-3 minut...
Chicken quesadillas and sweetcorn salsa	[ "8 ready-made flour tortillas", "250g/9oz mature cheddar, grated", "300g/11oz cooked chicken, thickly sliced", "Â½ red onion, finely sliced", "60g/2Â½oz jalapeno chillies, roughly chopped", "1 small bunch coriander leaves and roots", "4 tbsp sour cream", "2 tbsp olive oil", "150g/5oz sweetcorn", "...	[ "For quesadilla, place four of the tortillas onto a board and cover each with the grated cheese.", "Divide the chicken, red onion, jalapeno chillies and coriander equally over the cheese-covered tortillas.", "Spread the sour cream onto one side of each of the remaining four tortillas and place sour cream-side d...
Chilli beef rendang	[ "2 large banana shallots, roughly chopped", "5cm/2in piece fresh root ginger, peeled, roughly chopped", "2 lemongrass stalks, tough outer leaves discarded, core roughly chopped", "3 lime leaves, roughly chopped", "6 garlic cloves, peeled, roughly chopped", "4 long red chillies, roughly chopped", "1kg/2l...	[ "Blend the shallots, ginger, lemongrass, lime leaves, garlic, red chillies and 5 tablespoons water to a paste in a food processor. Scoop the mixture out into a large bowl and add the beef, mixing well until the meat is coated in the paste. Cover and set aside to marinate for at least 2 hours, and preferably overnig...
Chilli beef with sticky rice omelette	[ "oil, for deep frying", "400g/14oz beef fillet, cut into thin strips", "2 tbsp vegetable oil", "1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns", "2 limes, zest only", "1 orange, zest only", "3 heaped tbsp rice or potato flour or cornflour", "150g/5Â½oz caster sugar", "150ml/5fl oz Shaoxing rice wine", "25ml/1fl oz ri...	[ "For the chilli beef, heat a deep fat fryer to 190C/375F or heat the oil for deep-frying in a deep heavy-based frying pan until a breadcrumb sizzles and turns brown when dropped into it. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended.)", "Toss the beef strips with the two tablespoons of vegetable oil...
Chilli tomato pizza and lobster calzone	[ "800g/1lb12oz Italian â€˜00â€™ white flour", "200g/7oz semolina flour, plus extra for dusting", "1 tsp salt", "1 tbsp caster sugar", "14g/Â½oz dried yeast", "2 x 400g/14oz tins San Marzano tomatoes", "2 large balls mozzarella, roughly torn", "50g/1Â¾oz pecorino cheese, finely grated", "3 tbsp peanut...	[ "For the pizza dough, place the flours, salt, sugar and yeast into a large bowl and stir.", "Make a well in the centre of the flour and gradually pour in 650ml/22fl oz water, gradually mixing in the flour to form a soft dough.", "Tip out and knead the dough on a work surface until smooth and elastic.", "Divid...
Chocolate and salted caramel banoffee cheesecake	[ "100g/3Â½oz full-fat cream cheese", "100ml/3Â½fl oz crÃ¨me fraÃ®che", "1 vanilla pod, split in half and seeds scraped out", "75ml/3fl oz double cream", "50g/1Â¾oz dulce de leche", "Â½ tsp sea salt", "40g/1Â½ oz caster sugar", "1 banana, peeled, ends trimmed off", "25g/1oz butter", "1 chocolate dig...	[ "For the caramel cream, put the cream cheese, crÃ¨me fraiche, vanilla seeds and 50ml/2fl oz of the double cream in a bowl and whisk until well combined.", "Put the dulce de leche and salt into a small bowl and mix. Lightly fold into the cream mixture until just marbled through. Set aside.", "Heat the sugar in a...
Chocolate truffles with cinder toffee	[ "350ml/12fl oz double cream", "400g/14oz dark chocolate, about 60% cocoa solids, broken into pieces", "3-4 tbsp sifted cocoa powder", "200g/7oz caster sugar", "50ml/1Â¾fl oz clear honey", "1 tbsp liquid glucose", "Â¾ tsp bicarbonate of soda" ]	[ "For the chocolate truffles, place the cream into a saucepan and bring to the boil.", "Put the chocolate into a bowl, then when the cream is boiling pour it over the chocolate and mix well until the mixture is smooth.", "Set aside to cool, then cover and place into the fridge to chill and become firm for about ...
Christmas barbecued coconut prawns and chicken tikka	[ "5cm/2in piece fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped", "2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped", "2 green chillies, roughly chopped", "1 tbsp ground coriander", "1 tbsp ground cumin", "1 x 160ml tin coconut cream", "2 limes, juice only plus 2 limes, cut into wedges, to garnish", "small bunch fresh c...	[ "For the coconut prawns, blend all of the coconut prawn ingredients, except for the prawns, to a smooth paste in a food processor.", "Thread the prawns onto 4 large metal skewers, place them onto a baking tray, then spoon the marinade mixture over the top, turning to coat the prawns completely. Cover and marinate...
Christmas pudding ice cream with sautÃ©d pineapple and a spiced caramel	[ "6 free-range egg yolks", "120g/4Â½oz caster sugar", "250ml/9fl oz milk", "250ml/9fl oz double cream", "2 vanilla pods, split open and seeds scraped out", "200g/7oz cooked Christmas pudding, crumbled", "110g/4oz caster sugar", "1 star anise", "1 cinnamon stick", "pinch fresh nutmeg", "110g/4oz u...	[ "For the Christmas pudding ice cream, whisk the egg yolks with 60g/2Â¼oz caster sugar until thick and creamy.", "Place the remaining caster sugar, milk, cream and vanilla seeds and pods in a pan and bring to the boil. Pour the hot milk into the whisked yolks and stir well.", "Return the mixture to the pan and c...
Christmas roast duck	[ "1.5kg/3lb 5oz potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced", "2 onions, thinly sliced", "500ml/18fl oz chicken stock", "1 x 2kg/4lb 8oz whole duck, giblets removed", "1 clementine, cut in half", "1 cinnamon stick", "Â½ tsp Chinese five-spice powder", "75g/2Â½oz butter", "1 head Savoy cabbage, leaves shredded...	[ "Arrange the shelves of your oven so that there is space for the duck at the top and the potatoes on the shelf immediately underneath. Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.", "Layer the potatoes and onions in an ovenproof dish, seasoning each layer with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Pour over the stock...
Christmas tree pavlova	[ "6 free-range egg whites", "450g/1lb caster sugar", "1 tbsp cornflour", "1 tbsp white wine vinegar", "Â¼ tsp ground cloves", "Â½ tsp ground ginger", "1 cinnamon stick", "1 lemon, peeled", "1 orange, peeled", "400g/14oz fresh blackberries", "600ml/20fl oz double cream", "1 tbsp vanilla bean pas...	[ "Preheat the oven to 110C/90C Fan/Gas Â½. Line a large baking tray with silicone or baking paper.", "Whisk the egg whites in a clean bowl using an electric whisk, or in the bowl of a freestanding mixer, until soft peaks form when the whisk is removed.", "Add 300g/10Â½oz of the caster sugar and continue to whisk...
Churros with peaches and custard	[ "5 free-range egg yolks", "100g/3Â½oz caster sugar", "250ml/9fl oz milk", "250ml/9fl oz double cream", "1 vanilla pod, split in half, seeds scraped out using the tip of a sharp knife", "75g/2Â¾oz butter", "25g/1oz sugar", "4 ripe peaches, stones removed and roughly chopped", "2 large sprigs fresh ba...	[ "For the custard, whisk the egg yolks and half of the sugar in a bowl until pale and thick.", "Bring the milk and cream slowly to the boil with the remaining sugar and vanilla seeds, stirring well.", "When the milk is just boiling and the sugar has dissolved, pour the mixture over the egg mixture, whisking cont...
Cinnamon madeleines with winter caramel sauce	[ "225g/8oz butter, plus extra for greasing", "1 vanilla pod", "250g/9oz sugar, plus 75g/2Â½oz for dusting", "250g/9oz plain flour", "2 tbsp clear honey", "3 free-range eggs", "Â½ tsp ground cinnamon, for dusting", "100g/3Â½oz caster sugar", "350ml/12fl oz double cream", "1 star anise", "Â½ cinnam...	[ "For the madeleines, preheat the oven to 170C/325F/Gas 5 and butter the madeline tins.", "Heat the butter until just melted.", "Split the vanilla pods and scrape out the seeds, reserving the pod.", "Place the sugar and flour into a bowl then add the vanilla seeds, honey and eggs then whisk in the melted butte...
Cinnamon rolls	[ "625g/1lb 6oz strong white flour, plus extra for dusting", "75g/2Â½oz caster sugar", "1 pinch sea salt", "20g/Â¾oz dried yeast", "500g/1lb 2oz cold butter", "300g/11oz full fat cream cheese", "1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped", "1 tsp ground cinnamon", "2 free-range egg yolks, lightly beaten for egg was...	[ "To make the dough place the flour, sugar, salt and yeast into a mixer fitted with a dough hook and slowly mix in 450ml/16fl oz water, adding more or less as needed, until the dough starts sticking to the edge of the mixing bowl and feels elastic.", "Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and let the dough rise fo...
Cinnamon-spiced pear tatin	[ "250g/9oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "Â½ tsp salt", "250g/9oz cold butter, cut into small cubes", "125ml/4Â½fl oz ice-cold water", "4 pears, peeled, cores removed, cut in half", "110g/4oz caster sugar", "1 lemon, zest only", "2 vanilla pods, split, seeds scraped out (seeds only)", "110g/4...	[ "For the rough puff pastry, place the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. Add the butter and use your hands to rub the butter into the flour.", "When the flour and butter mixture resembles breadcrumbs, add the cold water. Mix it in with a palette knife to keep the mixture cool. When the mixture comes togethe...
Classic beef Wellington with a Madeira jus	[ "250g/9oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "pinch salt", "300g/10Â½oz chilled unsalted butter, 50g/1Â¾oz cut into cubes, the rest left in a block", "1 tsp olive oil", "1kg/2lb 4oz beef fillet (ask your butcher for the middle section)", "50-100g/1Â¾-3Â½oz butter", "4 Portobello mushrooms, cleaned an...	[ "Tip the flour and salt into a large bowl, add the cubes of butter and rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.", "Gradually stir in 150ml/5fl oz cold water, until the mixture comes together as a soft dough (you may not need all the water). Use your hands to pa...
Classic chocolate Ã©clair	[ "250ml/9fl oz water", "115g/4oz butter", "200g/7oz plain flour", "1 tsp caster sugar", "pinch salt", "4 free-range eggs", "50g/2oz dark chocolate, chopped", "150g/5Â½oz fondant icing sugar", "2 tbsp dark cocoa powder", "450ml/16fl oz double cream" ]	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.", "Heat the water and butter in a saucepan until the butter has melted.", "Beat in the flour, sugar and salt until the mixture is smooth, then continue to cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and beat in the eggs, one...
Classic coq au vin	[ "1 tsp plain flour", "1 x 2kg/4lb 8oz good-quality chicken, jointed into 10 pieces", "175g/6oz butter", "1 white onion, roughly chopped", "225g/8oz smoked streaky bacon, cut into lardons", "500ml/17fl oz red wine", "50ml/2fl oz brandy", "2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed", "3 bay leaves", "4 sprigs...	[ "Sprinkle the flour onto a plate and dredge the chicken pieces in the flour to coat thoroughly.", "Heat 50g/2oz of the butter in a large ovenproof casserole over a high heat. When the butter is foaming, add the chicken pieces, in batches, skin-side down, and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned on each side. Rem...
Classic fish pie with peas	[ "8 medium baking potatoes", "1 tbsp vegetable oil", "handful rock salt", "1 onion, thinly sliced", "Â½ tsp black peppercorns", "2 bay leaves", "500g/1lb 2oz boneless, skinless smoked haddock", "400g/14oz haddock, bones and skin removed", "400g/14oz cod, bones and skin removed", "200g/7oz butter", ...	[ "Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.", "Prick the potatoes all over with a fork, then rub each one with a little of the oil. Sprinkle a roasting tray with the rock salt and place the potatoes on top. Bake for 1-1Â½ hours, or until tender.", "Meanwhile, half-fill a large frying pan with water and bring to a...
Classic Victoria sponge cake	[ "oil, for greasing", "200g/7oz butter", "200g/7oz caster sugar", "Â½ tsp vanilla essence", "4 free-range eggs", "200g/7oz self-raising flour, sifted", "Â½ jar raspberry jam", "175ml/6fl oz double cream, whipped", "250g/9oz raspberries", "2-3 tbsp icing sugar" ]	[ "Preheat the oven to 190C/350F/Gas 5. Grease and line 2 x 20cm/8in sandwich tins.", "Mix the butter, sugar and vanilla essence in a bowl or food processor until well combined.", "Slowly beat in the eggs one by one. Fold in the sifted flour and carefully pour the mixture into the prepared tins.", "Bake for 20-...
Classic cottage pie	[ "50ml/2fl oz olive oil", "650g/1lb 7oz minced beef", "3-4 banana shallots or 7-8 small round shallots, finely chopped", "4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only", "2 tbsp tomato purÃ©e", "1 tbsp plain flour", "150ml/5fl oz red wine", "400ml/14fl oz beef stock", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "W...	[ "Heat a large frying pan until smoking, add half of the olive oil and fry the minced beef, in batches, for 4-5 minutes, or until browned all over.", "Heat a separate pan over a gentle heat, add the remaining olive oil and fry the shallots and thyme for 2-3 minutes, or until just softened. Stir in the tomato purÃ©...
Clementine syllabub and crÃªpes Suzette	[ "250g/9oz mascarpone", "1 heaped tbsp icing sugar, sifted", "400ml/14fl oz double cream", "2 clementines, 1 juiced, 1 sliced", "200g/7oz ready-made orange or passion fruit curd", "2 sprigs fresh mint", "125g/4Â½oz plain flour", "1 free-range egg", "300ml/10Â½fl oz milk", "25g/1oz butter", "75g/2...	[ "For the syllabub, whisk the mascarpone and icing sugar together in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually pour in the double cream, whisking continuously until the mixture is pale and thick.", "Fold in the clementine juice and orange or passion fruit curd to create a ripple effect.", "Spoon the syllabub mixture ...
Comforting cottage pie	[ "1 tbsp oil", "1 large onion chopped", "2 medium carrots, chopped", "560g/1Â¼ lb beef mince", "400g/14oz can tomatoes", "290ml/10fl oz beef stock", "1 bay leaf", "fresh thyme leaves from 1 sprig", "2 tbsp tomato purÃ©e", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "750g/1Â½ lb potatoes, peeled and c...	[ "Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5.", "Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the onion and carrot and cook over a medium heat for five minutes until soft.", "Add the minced beef and cook for three minutes to brown.", "Add the tomatoes, purÃ©e, beef stock, bay leaf and thyme.", "Cover and simmer for 30 minutes....
Coq au vin	[ "25g/1oz butter", "150g/5Â½oz shallots, peeled but left whole", "5 garlic cloves, crushed", "150g/5Â½oz streaky bacon, cut thickly", "sprig of fresh thyme or a good pinch of dried", "350g/12Â½oz button mushrooms", "500ml/16Â½fl oz good red wine", "500ml/16Â½fl oz chicken stock", "2 tbsp balsamic vin...	[ "Heat a thick-bottomed casserole dish on the stove, add almost all the butter (reserving a knob of the butter) and the shallots. Cook until just browned; then stir in the garlic. Add the bacon and thyme and cook for 2-3 minutes.", "Add the mushrooms, turn up the heat and add the red wine, chicken stock and vinega...
Courgette and broccoli quiche	[ "160g/5Â¾oz shortcrust pastry, rolled to 5mm thick", "20g/Â¾oz butter", "1 courgette, finely grated", "salt and pepper", "100g/3Â½oz broccoli, cut into small florets", "2 free-range eggs", "180ml/6fl oz milk", "50g/1Â¾oz cheddar, grated" ]	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.", "Line a 20cm/8in tart tin (3.5cm/1Â¼in deep) with the pastry, then place in the fridge for 30 minutes.", "Line the pastry with baking parchment and fill with baking beans. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the pastry is dry.", "Remove the baking parchment and...
Courgette and lemon risotto	[ "750ml/1Â¼ pints chicken or vegetable stock", "25g/1oz unsalted butter", "2 shallots, finely chopped", "1 garlic clove, finely chopped", "3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only", "200g/7oz risotto rice", "200ml/7fl oz white wine", "200g/7oz courgettes, trimmed, cut into 1cm/Â½in cubes", "4 heaped tbsp gr...	[ "Bring the stock to a simmer in a saucepan, then keep warm over a low-medium heat.", "Heat the butter in a large, heavy-based saucepan over a medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic and thyme and fry for 1-2 minutes, or until softened.", "Add the rice and stir well until it is coated in the melted butter. Add the...
Crisp pork belly with Chinese greens	[ "1.5 kg/3lb 5oz boneless pork belly, with rind", "4 tbsp coarse sea salt", "2 tbsp ground roasted Sichuan peppercorns", "2 tsp freshly ground white pepper", "2 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder", "1 tbsp caster sugar", "2 tbsp vegetable oil", "4 spring onions, finely sliced", "150g/5Â½oz mangetout, fin...	[ "For the crisp pork belly, pierce the rind side of pork with a sharp fork or knife until the skin is covered with fine holes. Insert a meat hook into the meat to secure it.", "Bring a large pan of water to a boil and, using a large ladle, pour the hot water over the rind side of the pork several times. This is be...
Crispy duck pancakes with chilli-plum sauce	[ "1 x 2kg/2lb 4oz duck, back bone removed, flattened", "1 tbsp olive oil", "3 spring onions, sliced", "2 red chillies, finely chopped", "1 cinnamon stick", "Â½ tsp Sichuan peppercorns", "500g/1lb 2oz plums, stones removed, roughly chopped", "125ml/5fl oz rice wine vinegar", "75g/3oz caster sugar", ...	[ "Preheat the oven to 210C/410F/Gas 7.", "For the crispy duck, place the duck, skin side up, onto a rack over a roasting tray and pierce the skin all over with a knife.", "Boil a kettle and pour the boiling water over the duck skin, discarding the water. Pat the duck dry, using kitchen paper, then rub salt and f...
CÃ´te de boeuf with bÃ©arnaise sauce	[ "1.8kg/4lb cÃ´te de boeuf", "300g/10Â½oz butter", "4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1cm/Â½in-thick chips", "dripping or vegetable oil, for deep-frying", "3 tbsp tarragon vinegar", "Â½ tsp whole white peppercorns", "1 small banana shallot, finely chopped", "2 free-range egg yolks", "sea salt and...	[ "Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.", "Place the cÃ´te de boeuf into a roasting tray and roast for 30-40 minutes, until cooked to your liking.", "While the meat is cooking, prepare the chips.", "Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 140C/285F. Alternatively, heat the oil in a deep, heavy-based frying pan ...
Curried roast parsnip soup with vegetable chips	[ "2 tbsp olive oil", "1 onion, roughly chopped", "2 cloves garlic, thickly sliced", "1kg/2lb 2oz parsnips, peeled, cut into chunks", "3 sprigs fresh thyme", "3 tbsp honey", "1-2 tsp hot curry powder", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "1.5litres/2Â½pints chicken stock (vegetarians may substitut...	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.", "Place all the soup ingredients with the exception of the stock and cream into a roasting tray. Mix well and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place into the oven to roast for 25-30 minutes, until golden and tender.", "Place all but 250ml/9fl oz of the chi...
Dal chicken with chilli paneer and naan	[ "450g/1lb plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "2 tsp fast-action dried yeast", "1 tsp baking powder", "1 free-range egg", "1 tsp caster sugar", "pinch sea salt", "150g/5oz plain yoghurt", "150ml/5fl oz milk", "50g/2oz butter, melted", "4 tbsp vegetable oil", "2 whole dried red chillies, torn o...	[ "For the naan, place the flour, yeast and baking powder into a free-standing food mixer fitted with a dough hook, or use a large bowl and a hand-held electric whisk fitted with a dough hook.", "Add the egg, sugar and salt and mix well to combine. Add the yoghurt and milk and continue to mix until the mixture come...
Dark and white chocolate cherry brownies	[ "350g/12oz plain chocolate (minimum 55% cocoa solids)", "250g/9oz unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing", "3 large free-range eggs", "250g/9oz dark soft brown sugar", "110g/4oz plain flour", "1 tsp baking powder", "150g/5Â½oz fresh cherries, cut in half, stones removed", "150g/5Â½oz white chocolate...	[ "Preheat the oven to 170C/150C Fan/Gas 3. Grease a 30x23cm/12x9in baking tin with butter then line the base and sides with baking paper.", "Heat the plain chocolate and butter in a saucepan over a low heat until just melted and well combined, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool sligh...
Deep-fried aubergine with halibut and miso	[ "150ml/5fl oz white miso", "150g/5oz caster sugar", "vegetable oil, for deep frying", "2 aubergines, cut into 1-2cm/Â½-Â¾in cubes", "2 tbsp roughly chopped fresh coriander", "50g/2oz butter", "500g/1lb 2oz halibut fillet, skin and pin bones removed, flesh cut into 8 pieces", "100g/3Â½oz edamame beans"...	[ "Dissolve the miso and sugar in 50ml/2fl oz of water in a saucepan, then bring the mixture to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until it has thickened and darkened in colour. Decant the mixture into an airtight container such as a squeezy bottle fitted with a small nozzle lid (it can be kept...
Deep-fried Goosnargh egg with wild mushroom, toasted brioche and truffle mayonnaise	[ "2 tbsp white wine vinegar", "5 free-range eggs", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "110g/4oz plain flour", "200g/7oz fresh breadcrumbs", "vegetable oil, for deep frying", "2 free-range eggs, yolks only", "2 tsp white wine vinegar", "1 tsp Dijon mustard", "300ml/10fl oz rapeseed oil", "1 t...	[ "For the deep-fried egg, bring a large saucepan of water to the boil, add the vinegar and a pinch of salt. Boil four of the eggs for 5Â½ minutes. Remove the eggs from the saucepan using a slotted spoon, and leave to chill in a bowl of iced water.", "Whisk the remaining egg in a bowl with a pinch of salt and fresh...
Deep-fried langoustines and mussels	[ "1 litre/1Â¾ pint vegetable oil, for frying", "200g/7oz plain flour", "1 tsp salt", "1 tsp sugar", "7g sachet instant yeast", "50ml/2fl oz vodka", "200ml/7fl oz tonic water", "5 tbsp mayonnaise", "25ml/1fl oz sweet chilli sauce", "2 tsp yuzu juice", "150g/5Â½oz cooked and shelled mussels", "15...	[ "Heat the oil in a large saucepan until it reaches 170C/330F on a cooking thermometer. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended.)", "Whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, yeast, vodka and tonic water to make a batter. Leave to prove for 10 minutes.", "To make the dip, in a separate bowl, whi...
Deep-fried soft-boiled egg with mushrooms, toasted brioche and herb mayonnaise	[ "2 tbsp white wine vinegar", "5 free-range eggs", "110g/4oz plain flour", "200g/7oz fresh breadcrumbs", "vegetable oil, for deep-frying", "50g/1Â¾oz butter", "1 tbsp olive oil", "1 banana shallot, finely chopped", "1 garlic clove, finely chopped", "300g/10Â½oz mixed wild mushrooms, torn into piece...	[ "For the deep-fried egg, bring a large saucepan of water to the boil, add the vinegar and a pinch of salt. Boil 4 of the eggs for 5 minutes. Remove the eggs from the saucepan using a slotted spoon, and leave to chill in a bowl of ice-cold water.", "Crack the remaining egg into a bowl. Whisk with a pinch of salt a...
Duck breast with umeboshi sauce and steamed bok choi	[ "1 tsp mild curry powder", "1 tsp ground ginger", "1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder", "2 tsp sansho pepper", "4 x 175g/6oz duck breasts", "4 tbsp honey", "1 head of bok choi, root removed, leaves separated", "3cm/1Â¼in root ginger, peeled, finely diced", "1 garlic clove, crushed", "1 red chilli, fi...	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6.", "In a bowl, mix together the curry powder, ground ginger, Chinese five-spice and sansho pepper. Set aside a teaspoon of the spice mixture for the plums. Sprinkle the rest of the spice mixture over the skin and flesh of the duck breasts.", "Place the duck breasts, skin...
Duck confit with smoked-duck salad, caramelised pecans and blue-cheese dressing	[ "2 ready-made confit duck legs", "1 head Romaine lettuce (or similar firm, crisp lettuce), root trimmed, leaves cut into 2.5cm/1in thick slices", "1 smoked duck breast, sliced", "75g/2Â¾oz soft light brown sugar", "pinch cayenne pepper", "100g/3Â½ oz pecans", "pinch salt", "75g/2Â¾oz gorgonzola, rough...	[ "For the duck, preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6.", "Place the confit duck legs on a baking tray in the oven for 10 minutes to heat through.", "Meanwhile, for the caramelised pecans, heat a frying pan over a high heat until hot. Add the sugar and cayenne pepper and cook without stirring until the sugar ha...
Duck salad with blue cheese dressing	[ "2 confit duck legs", "75g/3oz soft light brown sugar", "1 pinch cayenne pepper", "100g/3Â½ oz pecan nuts", "pinch salt", "75g/2Â½oz gorgonzola, roughly chopped", "50g/1Â¾oz St Agur blue cheese, roughly chopped", "1 garlic clove, finely chopped", "2 tbsp honey", "50ml/2fl oz buttermilk", "60g/2Â...	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.", "Put the duck legs onto a tray in the oven for 10 minutes to heat through.", "Meanwhile, heat a frying pan until hot, add the sugar and cayenne pepper. When the sugar stars to melt, add 50ml/2floz of water and swirl to combine.", "Cook over a high heat until the sugar t...
Easy bread sauce	[ "1 large onion, peeled", "6 cloves", "1 bay leaf", "6 black peppercorns", "570ml/1 pint full-fat milk", "110g/4oz fresh white breadcrumbs", "40g/1Â½oz butter", "salt and freshly ground black pepper" ]	[ "For the bread sauce, stud the onion all over with the cloves, then place into a saucepan along with the bay leaf, peppercorns and milk. Bring the mixture to the boil, remove the pan from the heat and set to cool for 15 minutes.", "Remove the onion, bay leaf and peppercorns, then stir in the breadcrumbs.", "Ret...
Eggs Arnold Bennett	[ "300ml/10fl oz milk", "200g/7oz un-dyed smoked haddock", "1 bay leaf", "10 black peppercorns", "4 free-range eggs", "40g/1Â½oz butter", "15g/Â½oz plain flour", "50g/1Â¾oz grated mature cheddar cheese", "sea salt and freshly ground black pepper" ]	[ "Pour the milk into a large shallow pan, then add the smoked haddock, bay leaf and peppercorns and bring to a simmer.", "Cook for five minutes, or until the fish has just cooked through and flakes when pushed gently.", "Lift the fish out of the pan and set aside to cool slightly before gently flaking, discardin...
English apricot and almond bake	[ "375g/13oz ready-made sweet shortcrust pastry", "200g/7oz butter, softened, plus extra for greasing", "200g/7oz caster sugar", "3 large free-range eggs", "200g/7oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "125g/4Â½oz ground almonds", "Â½ tsp baking powder", "150g/5oz apricot jam, warmed until melted", ...	[ "Preheat the oven to 170C/150C Fan/Gas 3. Grease a 30x23cm/12x9in cake tin with butter and line with baking paper.", "Roll out the pastry onto a lightly floured work surface until it is slightly larger than the cake tin and 0.5cm/Â¼in thick.", "Roll the pastry onto a rolling pin, then line the cake tin with the...
Forest truffle chicken	[ "100ml/3Â½fl oz rapeseed oil", "1 large chicken, jointed into 8 pieces", "salt and black pepper", "200g/7oz bacon lardons", "200g/7oz shallots, peeled and cut in half lengthways", "1 garlic bulb, cut in half horizontally", "500g/1lb 2oz wild mushrooms (such as chanterelles, girolles, ceps, and morelles)...	[ "Add half the oil to a large hot pan.", "Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add to the pan and fry until deep-golden brown, then turn over and repeat on the other side.", "Heat a large casserole or heavy based pan until hot then add two tablespoons of oil. Fry the lardons until crisp, then add the ...
Frangipane tart with custard	[ "125g/4Â½oz cold butter", "250g/9oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "1 free-range egg", "225g/8oz jam", "225g/8oz butter, softened", "1 vanilla pod, split and seeds scraped out (pod reserved)", "225g/8oz caster sugar", "5 free-range eggs", "225g/8oz ground almonds", "75g/3oz whole blanched a...	[ "For the pastry, put the butter and flour into a food mixer and mix until the texture resembles breadcrumbs, then add the egg and mix until combined into a firm dough.", "Wrap in cling film and place in the fridge to rest for 30 minutes.", "For the tart, preheat the oven to 160C/325F/Gas 3.", "On a work surfa...
French onion soup with GruyÃ¨re croÃ»tons	[ "3 tbsp olive oil", "3 large onions, finely sliced", "2 sprigs thyme, leaves picked", "1 tbsp soft brown sugar", "2 garlic cloves, finely sliced", "200ml/7fl oz white wine", "1 heaped tbsp plain flour", "50ml/2fl oz brandy", "50ml/2fl oz dry sherry", "1 litre/1Â¾pints fresh dark beef stock", "1 ...	[ "Heat a large frying pan or sautÃ© pan until hot, add two tablespoons of olive oil, the onions, thyme and soft brown sugar. Fry for 10-15 minutes over a medium-low heat, or until softened and golden-brown, stirring occasionally so it doesnâ€™t catch on the bottom.", "Add the garlic and cook for a minute, then add...
French onion soup with GruyÃ¨re toast	[ "5 onions", "3 garlic cloves", "20g/Â¾oz butter", "2 or 3 glasses of red wine", "750ml/1Â¼ pint fresh beef stock", "4 tbsp balsamic vinegar", "8 thick slices of bread", "284g/10oz GruyÃ¨re, grated", "2 shots of brandy (optional)", "salt and pepper", "10g/Â½oz flatleaf parsley" ]	[ "Peel and thinly slice the onions and garlic. Then using the butter sautÃ© in a large pan for 15-20 minutes, until brown. Stir well before adding the red wine, stock, vinegar and brandy. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 10 minutes.", "Toast the bread and top with the grated cheese and place under the grill ...
Fruit meringue gÃ¢teau	[ "6 free-range egg whites", "300g/10Â½oz caster sugar", "1 litre/1Â¾ pints double cream", "1 tbsp vanilla bean paste", "500g/1lb 2oz strawberries, hulls removed, cut in half", "4 plums, cut in half, stones removed, finely sliced", "5 ripe figs, cut into small wedges", "100g/3Â½oz caster sugar", "2 tb...	[ "Preheat the oven to 110C/90C Fan/Gas Â½.", "For the meringues, using a cake tin as a template, draw 4 x 20cm/8in circles onto 4 sheets of silicone paper or baking paper. Turn them over and place one sheet onto each of 4 flat baking trays.", "Whisk the egg whites in a bowl until soft peaks form when the whisk i...
Fruits de mer with homemade rye bread and whipped butter	[ "500g/1lb 2oz wholegrain rye flour, plus extra for dusting", "25g/1oz dark brown muscovado sugar", "10g salt", "10g fast-action dried yeast", "200g/7oz unsalted butter, softened", "12 langoustines", "12 razor clams, scrubbed", "400g/14oz clams in their shells, scrubbed", "1 x 1kg/2lb 4oz cooked lobs...	[ "For the rye bread and butter, place the flour, sugar and salt in a large bowl or a food mixer fitted with a dough hook. Pour 200ml/7fl oz tepid water into a jug and sprinkle over the yeast, mixing to combine. Gradually add the yeasted water to the dry ingredients, mixing continuously, until all of the yeasted wate...
Garlic and chilli king crab with steamed rice	[ "2 red chillies, finely sliced", "4 garlic cloves, finely sliced", "75g/2Â½oz caster sugar", "75ml/2Â½fl oz rice wine vinegar", "350g/12oz basmati rice", "2 tsp sea salt", "1 tbsp vegetable oil", "5cm/2in piece fresh ginger, finely shredded", "3 garlic cloves, chopped", "2 red birdâ€™s-eye chillie...	[ "For the garlic and chilli sauce, place all the ingredients in a small saucepan with two tablespoons water. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for a few minutes until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside to cool.", "For the steamed rice, add 500ml/18fl oz water to a pan then add the rice and salt. Co...
Glamming up a cheese board	[ "175g/6oz Lincolnshire Poacher cheese", "1 ball of Burrata or 1 mozzarella ball", "175g/6oz stilton, preferably Colston Bassett Stilton", "175g/6oz Cornish yarg", "175g/6oz soft blue goatsâ€™ cheese", "175g/6oz Olgleshield cheese", "vegetable oil, for deep frying", "100g/3Â½oz plain flour", "3 mediu...	[ "For the deep-fried cheese, preheat a deep fat fryer to 190C. Alternatively, heat the oil in a heavy-based, deep-sided pan until a breadcrumb sizzles and turns golden-brown when dropped into it. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous; do no leave unattended.).", "Cut the some of the cheese into chunks. Coat the chunk...
Gnocchi with sausagemeat	[ "4 medium potatoes", "200-300g/7-10Â½oz salt", "75g/2Â½oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "50g/1Â¾oz grated parmesan", "1 egg yolk", "salt and pepper", "knob of butter", "30g/1oz breadcrumbs", "2 tbsp vegetable oil", "2 pork sausages", "2 beef sausages", "1 onion, diced", "2 garlic clo...	[ "Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4.", "Lightly score or prick the potatoes. Spread out the salt on a baking tray to make a bed of salt and sit the potatoes on top. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes to one hour, or until tender.", "Allow the potatoes to cool until comfortable enough to handle. Cut in half and s...
Goan lobster curry	[ "50ml/2fl oz olive oil", "2 small onions, chopped", "2 tsp ground cumin", "2 tsp ground coriander", "2 tsp mango powder", "1 stick cinnamon, broken up", "3 garlic cloves, chopped", "1 red chilli, finely chopped", "100g/3Â½oz fresh coconut, grated", "400ml/14fl oz coconut milk", "4 tsp tamarind p...	[ "In a large pan, heat the oil. When hot add the onions and fry for 4-5 minutes, or until deeply golden-brown. Add all the spices, garlic, chilli, fresh coconut and coconut milk. Bring to the boil, then add the tamarind paste and simmer for 3- 4 minutes.", "Stir through the lobster meat. Cook until the lobster is ...
Goat tagine with toasted nut couscous	[ "2 tsp ground cumin", "1 tsp ground turmeric", "2 tsp ras-el-hanout spice mix", "Â½ tsp saffron strands", "4 tbsp vegetable oil", "600g/1lb 6oz goat meat (a mixture of shoulder, neck and leg), cut into large dice", "1 onion, finely chopped", "2 garlic cloves, chopped", "1 red chilli, stalk and seeds...	[ "For the tagine, mix together the cumin, turmeric, ras-el-hanout, saffron strands and 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil until well combined. Add the goat meat to the marinade and mix to coat the meat, then set aside to marinate for as long as possible (chill in the fridge if marinating for more than 30 minutes).",...
Goujons of sole with lemon and mushy peas	[ "450g/1Ib sole or lemon sole fillets, skinned", "sunflower oil for deep-frying", "50g/1Â¾oz plain flour", "salt", "freshly ground black pepper", "3 medium eggs beaten", "125g/4Â½oz fine fresh breadcrumbs", "225g/8oz dried marrowfat peas", "1 tsp bicarbonate of soda", "35g/1Â¼oz butter", "salt", ...	[ "Cut each sole or lemon sole fillet into strips, on the diagonal, about 1cm/Â½ in thick. Mix the breadcrumbs with the cayenne pepper and leave to one side. Heat the oil in a deep fat fryer to 190C/375F.", "Season the flour with salt and pepper. Coat the fish in the seasoned flour, then dip first in the beaten eg...
Greengage meringues with cream	[ "750g/1lb 10oz greengages, stones removed, cut into quarters", "270g/9Â½oz caster sugar", "5 egg whites", "150g/5Â½oz icing sugar", "300ml/10fl oz double cream", "1 vanilla pod, split in half lengthways, seeds scraped out" ]	[ "Preheat the oven to 100C/80C Fan/Gas Â¼.", "In a saucepan, heat the greengages with 2 tablespoons water and 120g/4Â¼oz of the caster sugar over a medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greengages have broken down and are coated in a sticky syrup. Remove the pan from the heat and set asid...
Griddled pork chop with Thai red cabbage	[ "4 pork chops", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "2 tbsp vegetable oil", "1Â½ limes, juice only", "2 garlic cloves, crushed", "1 tbsp finely grated galangal", "1 tbsp finely grated fresh root ginger", "3 tbsp Thai fish sauce", "2 green birdsâ€™-eye chillies, finely chopped", "2 tbsp palm su...	[ "For the pork chops, preheat the oven to 220C/450F/Gas 7.", "Heat a griddle pan until hot and oil and season the pork chops with salt and freshly ground black pepper.", "Place the pork chops onto the griddle pan and cook either side until bar marks appear.", "Transfer to the oven to cook for 3-7 minutes (unti...
Grilled mackerel with dulse butter	[ "20g/Â¾oz dulse seaweed (available from specialist suppliers and some health-food shops)", "175g/6oz butter, softened", "Â½ lemon, juice only", "2 fresh mackerel, guts removed (ask your fishmonger to do this for you, or to butterfly the mackerel for you)", "1 shallot, thinly sliced", "75g/3oz broad beans ...	[ "Preheat the grill to its highest setting.", "Soak the dulse seaweed in cold water for about 10 seconds, then drain well and roughly chop. Blend in a food processor until finely chopped, then add the softened butter and blend until well combined. Add the lemon juice and blend once more. (You can keep any you don'...
Grilled pork chop with almond croquettes and salad	[ "2 pork loin chops", "1 apple, cored and cut into wedges", "salt, to taste", "1 free-range egg yolk", "1 tsp English mustard", "2 tsp clear honey", "2 tbsp cider vinegar", "150ml/5fl oz vegetable or sunflower oil", "1 banana shallot, finely chopped", "1 garlic clove, finely chopped", "1 tbsp fin...	[ "Preheat the grill to high. Place the pork chops in an ovenproof frying pan along with the apple wedges, then season the pork fat with salt and place under the grill for 10 minutes.", "Meanwhile, make the dressing. Place the egg yolk into a bowl along with the mustard and honey.", "Add the cider vinegar and whi...
GÃ¢teau St HonorÃ©	[ "125ml/4Â½fl oz full-fat milk", "100g/3Â½oz unsalted butter, cut into small cubes", "1 tsp caster sugar", "175g/6oz plain flour", "4 free-range eggs", "200ml/7fl oz vanilla custard", "300ml/10Â½fl oz double cream", "50ml/2fl oz orange liqueur", "100g/3Â½oz caster sugar", "200g/7oz mixed soft fruit...	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Line two baking trays with silicone mats or baking paper.", "Heat the milk, butter, sugar and 125ml/4Â½fl oz water in a saucepan over a high heat until the butter has melted (do not boil).", "Add the flour all in one go and beat firmly and quickly with a spatula or wood...
Haddock goujons, chips and tartare sauce	[ "vegetable oil, for frying", "400g/14oz haddock fillet, skinned, pin bones removed, cut into strips", "110g/4oz plain flour", "200g/7oz fresh breadcrumbs", "3 free-range eggs, beaten", "600g/1lb 6oz chipping potatoes, peeled, cut into chips", "3 free-range egg yolks", "2 tbsp cider vinegar", "300ml/...	[ "For the haddock goujons and chips, preheat a deep-fat fryer to 190C/375F. (CAUTION: Hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended).", "Sprinkle the flour and breadcrumbs onto separate plates and beat the eggs in a bowl. Dredge the haddock strips in the flour, then dip in the egg and coat in the breadcrumbs."...
Ham croquetas with garlic mayo	[ "75g/2Â½oz butter", "200g/7oz plain flour", "500ml/18fl oz milk", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "75g/2Â½oz fresh breadcrumbs", "100g/3Â½oz ham, chopped", "50g/2oz serrano ham, chopped", "1 small bunch fresh parsley, chopped", "75g/2Â½oz plain flour", "2 free-range eggs, beaten", "100g/...	[ "Melt the butter in a large saucepan, then whisk in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes. Whisk in the milk slowly until you have a very thick sauce. Season with salt and pepper.", "Stir in the breadcrumbs, both hams and parsley. Place in the fridge to chill for 3-4 hours.", "Shape the chilled mixture into 7cm/2Â...
Ham, fried egg, beer mustard and homemade chips	[ "75g/2Â½oz honey", "50g/1Â¾oz soft light brown sugar", "100ml/3Â½fl oz white wine vinegar", "75g/2Â½oz black mustard seeds", "75g/2Â½oz yellow mustard seeds", "100ml/3Â½ fl oz beer", "400g/14oz chipping potatoes, peeled and cut into batons", "vegetable oil, for deep frying", "4 free-range eggs", "...	[ "First make the mustard. Place the honey, sugar and vinegar in a saucepan and heat until the honey has dissolved.", "Put the mustard seeds and beer in a bowl and pour over the warm honey mixture. Stir to combine and set aside in the fridge for two hours, or overnight.", "Pour into a food processor and pulse to ...
Ham hock and pea soup	[ "1 small ham hock (about 1kg/2lb 4oz)", "1 large onion, thickly sliced", "1 shallot, thickly sliced", "1 head garlic, cut in half horizontally", "2 carrots, cut into chunks", "1 stick celery, cut into chunks", "3 sprigs parsley", "1 sprig thyme", "6 whole peppercorns", "1 bay leaf", "25g/1oz but...	[ "For the ham hocks, put the ham into a deep saucepan, add all the other ingredients for the ham hock and cover with water. Bring slowly to the boil, then simmer for 1Â½-2 hours, then remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.", "Remove the ham hocks from the stock and shred the meat from the bone, reserving...
Hastings Dover sole	[ "1 whole Dover sole, skinned and trimmed", "25g/1oz plain flour, seasoned with salt and pepper", "25ml/1fl oz olive oil", "50g/1Â¾oz butter", "1 shallot, finely chopped", "Â½ lemon, juice only", "10g/1/3oz capers", "10g/1/3oz fresh parsley, chopped", "50g/1Â¾oz brown shrimp", "salt and black peppe...	[ "Dust the sole in the seasoned flour. Heat a large frying pan until hot, drizzle over the oil and fry the sole on both sides for 2-3 minutes.", "In another pan, melt the butter. Add the shallots and cook until they are soft and translucent and the butter is a nut-brown colour. Add the lemon juice (take care as th...
Hearty chicken and chorizo broth	[ "4 tbsp olive oil", "1 onion, finely chopped", "125g/4Â½oz chorizo â€˜picanteâ€™, outer membrane removed, finely chopped", "6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, roughly chopped", "Â½ tsp smoked hot paprika", "5 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped", "2 x 400g ...	[ "Heat half of the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the onion and chorizo and fry for 2-3 minutes, stirring well.", "Add the chicken and fry for a further 2-3 minutes, then add the smoked paprika, garlic and rosemary and stir in the beans until well combined.", "Pour in the ...
Heritage tomato tart with blow-torched tomato salad	[ "400g/14oz ready-made all-butter puff pastry", "plain flour, for dusting", "1 free-range egg yolk, beaten", "200g/7oz GruyÃ¨re, grated", "400g/14oz mixed heritage tomatoes, thickly sliced", "4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only", "1 tbsp rapeseed oil", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "300g/10Â½...	[ "For the tomato tart, preheat the oven to 210C/190C Fan/Gas 7.", "Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured work surface to form a large square about 3mm thick.", "Cut 4 x 17.5cm/7in circles from the pastry using an upturned bowl or cake tin. Transfer each to a baking tray.", "Using a sharp knife, score a 1.5c...
Highland beef salad	[ "1 x 300g/10Â½oz sirloin or fillet steak", "salt and freshly ground black pepper", "25ml/1fl oz rapeseed oil", "1 red chilli, finely chopped", "1 tbsp palm sugar", "2 garlic cloves, sliced", "2 tbsp fresh coriander, plus extra for the salad", "2 tbsp fresh mint", "1 tsp fish sauce", "1 tbsp soy sa...	[ "Preheat a barbecue or griddle pan to hot.", "Season the steak with lots of black pepper, drizzle with oil and place onto a hot barbecue or griddle pan for five minutes, turning half-way through.", "To make the dressing, put the chilli, palm sugar, garlic and a teaspoon of salt into a pestle and mortar. Grind f...
Homemade baked beans with sausages	[ "3 tbsp olive oil", "8 good-quality pork sausages", "2 shallots, finely chopped", "1 tsp roughly chopped fresh rosemary leaves", "2 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes", "125ml/4Â¼fl oz chicken stock", "1 x 400g tin flageolet beans, drained and rinsed", "1 tbsp roughly cho...	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6.", "Heat a tablespoon of the oil in an ovenproof frying pan over a medium heat. Add the sausages and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned on all sides. Transfer the pan to the oven and continue to cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.", "Meanwhile, heat anoth...
Homemade buttery croissants	[ "625g/1lb 6oz strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting", "75g/2Â½oz caster sugar", "12g fine sea salt", "40g/1Â½oz fresh yeast", "500g/1lb 2oz chilled unsalted butter, plus extra to serve", "1 free-range egg and 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten", "raspberry jam, to serve" ]	[ "The day before you want to bake the croissants, place the flour, sugar, salt and yeast in the bowl of a food mixer fitted with a dough hook, or a large mixing bowl. Pour in 350-400ml/12-14fl oz cold water and mix until it comes together as a soft dough.", "Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured work surface a...
Homemade marshmallows with chocolate sauce	[ "450g/1lb granulated sugar", "1 tbsp liquid glucose", "2 large free-range egg whites", "9 sheets gelatine, soaked in 140ml/4Â¾fl oz water", "1 tsp vanilla extract", "vegetable oil, for greasing", "5-6 tbsp icing sugar, for dusting", "5-6 tbsp cornflour, for dusting", "75g/2Â¾oz caster sugar", "200...	[ "For the marshmallows, place the granulated sugar, glucose and 200ml/7fl oz of water into a heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to the boil.", "Cook over a medium high heat until a sugar thermometer shows 127C/260F.", "Place the egg whites into a clean grease-free bowl and whisk to firm peaks.", "Add the soaked...
Homemade puff-pastry and wild boar sausage rolls	[ "250g/9oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "pinch salt", "300g/10Â½oz chilled unsalted butter, 50g/1Â¾oz cut into cubes, the rest left in a block", "25g/1oz unsalted butter", "1 onion, chopped", "3 garlic cloves, chopped", "50ml/2fl oz brandy", "500g/1lb 2oz minced wild boar (available from farm ...	[ "For the puff pastry, tip the flour and salt into a large bowl, add the cubes of butter and rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.", "Gradually stir in 150ml/5fl oz cold water, until the mixture comes together as a soft dough (you may not need all the water)....
Honey roasted duck confit with Puy lentils, mashed potatoes and celery leaves	[ "15g/Â½oz sea salt", "2 tsp finely chopped thyme leaves", "2 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "4 duck legs", "600ml/20fl oz duck fat", "2 bay leaves", "2 tbsp olive oil", "4 tbsp honey", "4 tbsp celery leaves, to garnish", "2 tbsp rapeseed oil", "100g/3Â½oz pancetta, diced", "2 shallots, finely...	[ "Preheat the oven to 140C/120C Fan/Gas 1.", "Mix the salt, thyme and garlic in a large bowl. Coat the duck legs with the mixture then place on a tray with any remaining mixture on top and underneath. Refrigerate for 24 hours. Rinse the duck legs under cold running water to wash away the salt mixture.", "Place t...
Honey cake	[ "170g/6oz clear honey", "140g/5oz butter", "85g/3oz light muscovado sugar", "2 eggs, beaten", "200g/7oz self raising flour, sieved", "water", "55g/2oz icing sugar", "1 tbsp clear honey", "hot water" ]	[ "Preheat oven to 180C/350F/Gas 3 and butter and line the bottom of a 7in/18cm cake tin.", "Measure the honey, butter and sugar into a large pan. Add a tablespoon of water and heat gently until melted.", "Remove from the heat and mix in the eggs and flour.", "Spoon into the cake tin and bake for 40-45 minutes...
Ice box cake	[ "150g/5Â½oz butter, softened", "250g/9oz granulated sugar", "4 free-range eggs", "5 tbsp strong cold espresso coffee", "4 tbsp chicory and coffee essence, such as Camp", "650g/1lb 7oz plain flour", "50g/1Â¾oz cocoa powder", "2 tsp bicarbonate of soda", "1 tsp salt", "1 litre/1Â¾ pint double cream"...	[ "For the ice box coffee biscuits, place the butter and sugar into a bowl and beat until light and fluffy, then add the eggs and beat well.", "Add the cold coffee and coffee essence and mix well. Fold in the flour, cocoa, bicarbonate of soda and salt and bring together to form a firm dough.", "Press into a 2cm/Â...
Indian-spiced lamb shoulder with Bombay potatoes	[ "1 tbsp coriander seeds", "1Â½ tsp cumin seeds", "1Â½ tsp chilli flakes", "1Â½ tsp ground turmeric", "1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces", "Â½ tsp fennel seeds", "Â½ tsp cracked black peppercorns", "Â½ tsp fenugreek seeds", "Â¼ tsp cloves", "1 x 2.5-3kg/5lb 8oz-6lb 8oz lamb shoulder (bone in)", ...	[ "For the spice mix, dry fry the coriander and cumin seeds in a frying pan over a high heat for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Grind to a powder with the remaining spice mix ingredients. Set aside.", "For the lamb, preheat the oven to 150C/130C Fan/Gas 2. Season the lamb all over with salt and freshly ground blac...
Indian deep-fried soft-shell crab with lime pickle	[ "500g/1lb 2oz limes (approxiametly 5-6 limes), cut into wedges", "2 tbsp fine sea salt", "1 tbsp vegetable oil", "1 tbsp mustard seeds", "4 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "5cm/2in piece fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped", "1 tbsp ground cumin", "1 tbsp ground coriander", "Â½ tsp asafoeti...	[ "For the lime pickle, toss the lime wedges with the salt in a large bowl. Cover the bowl and chill in the fridge for 48 hours, stirring occasionally.", "When the limes have cured, heat the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat. Add the mustard seeds. (Caution: The mustard seeds will pop - keep eyes and face ...
Instant coffee meringue gÃ¢teau	[ "6 free-range egg whites", "200g/7oz caster sugar", "100g/3Â½oz icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting", "2 tbsp coffee essence", "500g/1lb 2oz mascarpone", "175ml/6fl oz double cream", "1 vanilla pod, split lengthways, seeds scraped out using a sharp knife", "2 large sponge flan cases (about 250...	[ "Whisk the egg whites in a large bowl until soft peaks form when the whisk is removed.", "Tip in the caster sugar and icing sugar and continue to whisk for 4-5 minutes more, or until stiff, glossy peaks form when the whisk is removed.", "Whisk in the coffee essence, then set the mixture aside.", "In a separat...
Instant soufflÃ© with caramelised bananas	[ "50g/1Â¾oz butter", "3 tbsp caster sugar", "4 tbsp ready-made custard", "4 free-range egg whites", "1 tsp banana liqueur", "4 small bananas, peeled and cut on a angle", "50g/1Â¾oz butter", "75g/2Â½oz caster sugar", "150ml/5fl oz double cream", "1 sprig mint, leaves only" ]	[ "For the banana soufflÃ©, preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6 and grease four ramekins using half of the butter and one tablespoon of caster sugar.", "In a large bowl, mix the remaining sugar with the custard.", "In a clean, large bowl whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form when the whisk is removed.", "...
Isle of Wight stuffed tomatoes	[ "5 beef tomatoes", "1 shallot, finely chopped", "500g/1lb 2oz lamb mince", "25g/1oz fresh breadcrumbs", "300g/10Â½oz button mushrooms, finely chopped", "3 tbsp chopped fresh tarragon", "salt and black pepper", "25ml/1fl oz olive oil", "8 medium tomatoes (preferably Island Beauty tomatoes), cut into ...	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6 or prepare a barbecue.", "Slice the tops off the beef tomatoes, reserving the tops to use as lids later. Scoop out the flesh and seeds from the centre and place into a saucepan.", "Mix the shallot, mince, breadcrumbs, mushrooms and tarragon in a bowl. Season with salt and fr...
Kedgeree	[ "Â½ onion, finely chopped", "55g/2oz butter", "300g/10Â½oz basmati rice", "1 tsp madras curry powder", "freshly grated nutmeg", "200ml/7fl oz milk", "110ml/4fl oz double cream", "300g/10Â½oz naturally smoked haddock, (NOT dyed) picked over, bones removed and flesh cut into chunks", "sea salt and ...	[ "Cook the onion gently in the butter for a few minutes, then add the rice.", "Continue cooking gently and stirring, adding the curry powder and nutmeg. After a few minutes, add the milk, cream and 250ml/9fl oz water.", "When the mixture begins to simmer, add the fish and continue simmering, stirring occasional...
Lamb shanks pie	[ "4 lamb shanks", "1 tbsp rapeseed oil", "2 onions, roughly chopped", "4 garlic cloves, crushed", "2 tbsp plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "250ml/9fl oz white wine", "750ml/1Â¼ pints chicken stock", "600g/1lb 5oz potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm/1in pieces", "3 large carrots, cut into 2.5cm/1...	[ "Preheat the oven to 170C/150C Fan/Gas 3Â½.", "Season the lamb shanks all over with salt and freshly ground black pepper.", "Heat the oil in a large, flameproof casserole over a high heat. Add the lamb shanks and fry for a few seconds on all sides, or until browned all over. Remove from the casserole and set as...
Lamb curry with basmati rice	[ "2 tbsp vegetable oil", "900g/2lb lamb fillet, cut into 3cm/1in cubes", "2 onions, roughly chopped", "3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed", "2 green chillies, finely chopped", "1 tbsp grated fresh ginger", "1 tbsp ground turmeric", "1Â½ tbsp garam masala", "1Â½ tbsp ground cumin", "1 tbsp chilli p...	[ "Heat a large saucepan and add one tablespoon of the vegetable oil and then the lamb. Cook over a high heat for 3-4 minutes, or until the lamb is golden-brown all over, then remove and set aside.", "Reduce the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onions, garlic, chillies and ginger and ...
Lancashire hotpot	[ "100ml/3Â½fl oz vegetable oil", "350g/12oz lamb, cut into bite-sized chunks", "1 tbsp tomato purÃ©e", "1 tsp beef stock granules, dissolved in 100ml/3Â½fl oz water", "50g/1Â¾oz chopped onion", "50g/1Â¾oz chopped carrots", "50g/1Â¾oz chopped celery", "salt and pepper", "1 tbsp chopped fresh mint", ...	[ "Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the lamb and cook until golden-brown and then stir in the tomato purÃ©e.", "Add the stock and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the lamb is tender.", "Add the onion, carrots and celery and cook until the vegetables are soft.", "Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add ...
Langoustine soup	[ "75g/2Â½oz butter", "1 shallot, finely chopped", "2 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "1 tbsp tomato purÃ©e", "1 carrot, chopped", "500g/1lb 2oz langoustine shells", "2 tbsp brandy", "250ml/9fl oz fish or chicken stock", "100ml/3Â½fl oz double cream", "salt and black pepper", "croÃ»tons, to serve"...	[ "Heat the butter in a frying pan and gently fry the shallot and garlic until the shallot is translucent. Add the tomato purÃ©e and cook for a further two minutes, then add the carrot, langoustine shells, brandy, stock and cream. Cook for 3-4 minutes.", "Place the mixture into a sturdy blender and pulse for two mi...
Lardy cake with black pepper strawberry jam	[ "225g/8oz sultanas", "90g/3Â½oz lard, plus 1 tbsp extra for greasing", "125g/4Â½oz light muscovado sugar", "2 tbsp golden syrup", "225ml/8fl oz water", "225g/8oz wholemeal flour", "1 tsp baking powder", "Â½ tsp bicarbonate of soda", "Â¼ tsp ground nutmeg", "1 tsp ground allspice", "4 free-range ...	[ "For the cake, preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4.", "Place the sultanas, lard, muscovado sugar, golden syrup and water into a saucepan and bring to the boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and cool - ideally overnight.", "Grease and line a small loaf tin with lard. Sift the flour, baking powder, bi...
Lavender crÃ¨me caramel with lavender shortbread	[ "225g/8oz caster sugar", "150ml/5fl oz full-fat milk", "300ml/10fl oz double cream", "Â½-1 tbsp dried lavender tips (to taste)", "4 free-range eggs, lightly beaten", "175g/6oz unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing", "100g/3Â½oz icing sugar", "Â½-1 tbsp dried lavender tips (to taste)", "...	[ "Place six ramekins (7.5cm/3in wide and 4cm/1Â½in deep) in a deep-sided roasting tray. Preheat the oven to 150C/130C Fan/Gas 2.", "Put 150g/5Â½oz of the caster sugar in a clean, heavy-based saucepan and heat over a high heat without stirring until the sugar melts and a golden-brown caramel forms. If you need to m...
Layered sole with langoustines and cauliflower	[ "4 whole lemon sole, filleted, skin removed", "275ml/9Â¾fl oz double cream", "1 cauliflower, cut in half, one half left intact, one half separated into small florets", "1 free-range hard-boiled egg, peeled", "1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives", "1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar", "3 tbsp extra virgin oliv...	[ "Blend four of the pieces of lemon sole and all of the offcuts in a food processor with 75ml/2Â¾fl oz of the cream, until the mixture has been reduced to a fine paste. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and pulse once more until smooth, then transfer the mixture to a piping bag.", "Lay 4 pieces of t...
Leek, smoked eel, whelk and clam pie	[ "250g/9oz plain flour", "250g/9oz very cold butter, cut into small cubes", "Â½ tsp salt", "125ml/4Â½floz ice-cold water", "50g/2oz butter", "2 leeks, finely sliced", "2 shallots, finely diced", "2 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "700g/1lb 8oz whelks", "700g/1lb 8oz clams", "150ml/6fl oz dry whit...	[ "For the rough puff pastry, sift the flour onto a work surface and make a well in the middle. Add the butter and salt to the well and work them together with your fingertips of one hand, gradually drawing the flour into the centre with the other hand. When the cubes of butter have become small pieces and the dough ...
Leg of lamb in hay with lavender	[ "1 x 2.7kg/5lb10oz leg of lamb", "1 small handful lavender, preferably freshly picked", "Â½ bag hay", "50g/2oz butter, softened, plus an extra knob for the broccoli", "10 King Edward potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 or 3 pieces", "75g/2Â¾oz beef dripping or vegetable oil", "75ml/2Â¾fl oz malt vinegar", ...	[ "Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.", "Pierce the leg of lamb 10-12 times all over using the point of a sharp knife, then insert the lavender sprigs into the holes.", "Use the hay to stuff a large, deep-sided roasting tray, one thatâ€™s large enough for the whole leg of lamb. Sprinkle over the remaining l...
Lemon and plum meringue roulade	[ "butter, for greasing", "5 free-range egg whites", "400g/14oz caster sugar", "2 sprigs lemon verbena, leaves only, plus extra sprigs to serve", "8 ripe plums, stones removed, cut into quarters", "500ml/18fl oz double cream", "225g/8oz good-quality ready-made lemon curd" ]	[ "Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.", "Grease a 35x25cm/14x10in Swiss roll tin with butter and line with silicone or baking paper.", "Whisk the egg whites in a large clean mixing bowl using an electric whisk, or in the bowl of a free-standing food mixer. Set the whisk to a high speed and whisk until soft ...
Lemon posset with gran's shortbread	[ "600ml/20fl oz double cream", "150g/5Â½oz caster sugar", "2 large lemons, zest and juice", "8 ripe strawberries", "2 ripe fresh figs, cut into wedges", "1 handful tiny fresh mint sprigs, to garnish", "175g/6oz plain flour", "90g/3Â¼oz icing sugar", "60g/2Â½oz ground almonds", "25g/1oz cornflour", ...	[ "For the posset, bring the cream and sugar to the boil in a saucepan. Remove the pan from the heat, then whisk in the lemon zest and juice, whisking as much air into the mixture as possible.", "Pour the posset mixture into ramekins and chill in the fridge for 1 hour, or until set. Once set, decorate the tops with...
Lemon tart	[ "250g/9oz plain flour, plus extra for dusting", "100g/3Â½oz cold butter, plus extra for greasing", "25g/1oz icing sugar, plus extra for dusting", "1 pinch salt", "1 free-range egg", "14 free-range eggs, plus 1 beaten egg for glazing", "550g/1lb 4oz caster sugar", "700ml/1Â¼ pint double cream", "10 l...	[ "For the pastry, put the flour, butter, icing sugar and salt in a bowl and rub with the tips of your fingers until it resembles the texture of fine breadcrumbs.", "Add the egg and mix together until it forms a dough, then knead lightly on a work surface until smooth.", "Roll into a ball then flatten slightly, w...
Lemon drizzle muffins	[ "2 eggs, beaten", "85g/3oz caster sugar", "240ml/8fl oz milk", "100ml/3Â½fl oz vegetable oil", "300g/10oz plain flour", "3 tsp baking powder", "Â½ tsp salt", "4 lemons, zest only", "50g/2oz icing sugar", "1 lemon, juice only", "sprigs lemon thyme, to garnish (optional)" ]	[ "Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Line a muffin tin with paper cases. Mix the egg, sugar, milk and oil in a large bowl. Sift in the flour, baking powder, salt and then add the lemon. Roughly mix.", "Spoon the mixture into the pre-prepared muffin cases.", "Bake for 30-35 minutes until well risen and golden. ...
Lemongrass and ginger mussels	[ "50g/1Â¾oz unsalted butter", "2 shallots, finely chopped", "2 lemongrass stalks, tough outer leaves discarded, soft core finely chopped", "2 garlic cloves, finely chopped", "10cm/4in piece fresh root ginger, peeled, finely chopped", "1-2 red chillies (depending on their heat), finely sliced", "200ml/7oz...	[ "Melt the butter in a heavy-based, lidded pan over a medium heat. Add the shallots, lemongrass, garlic, ginger and chilli(es) and fry for 4-5 minutes, or until softened but not coloured.", "Increase the heat to high, then pour in the wine, coconut water and coconut cream and bring to the boil. Add the mussels and...

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