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Anna's Amazing Goulash

Recipe by: Anna

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I made this up one day. It takes a lot of work, but makes a lot of stew, and the leftovers just taste better and better each time you try it.

Anything Goes Shepherd's Pie

Recipe by: SophieScott

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This is my "anything goes" recipe, which means you can use whatever you have handy in the cupboard or fridge!

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Aubergine lasagne

Recipe by: Brenda Houghton

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Aubergine slices are the ideal filling for this superb vegetarian lasagne, which can be made a day in advance.

Bean, Sausage and Kale Soup

Recipe by: PIPPYMOE

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A Spanish-style bean soup that's packed with flavour. Andouille is a spicy, heavily smoked pork sausage that is often associated with Cajun cooking. If you can't find Andouille, try fresh chorizo or a spicy Italian sausage.

Beef and Booze Casserole

Recipe by: Shona

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A rich, tasty beef casserole - perfect for a cold winter evening. Serve over rice, baked potatoes or simply with crusty bread to mop up all the delicious sauce.

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Brandy Butter

Recipe by: Emma Brown-Beresford

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This traditional brandy butter recipe takes all of your Christmas puds to the next level!

Cara's Corn Chip Chilli Lasagna

Recipe by: caraanne

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An excellent hearty and warming family meal. Can be mildly mouthwatering or hot as you dare. It can also be varied ever so slightly by trying different flavoured corn chips/tortilla chips. Try zingy lime or fragrant chilli varieties to suit your own tastes. I have seen chilli lasagna recipes before but always using pasta sheets which doesn't feel very Mexican to me. Serve with a crisp cooling salad dressed with mint, cucumber, yoghurt or soured cream.

Chicken and mushroom pie

Recipe by: Maggie Pannell

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A good pie is perfect comfort food, and this one is no exception. For a healthy balance, serve with plenty of seasonal greens.

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Chicken and Vegetable Pie

Recipe by: Robbie Rice

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This warming, comforting pie is simple to make with good-quality shop-bought pastry.

Chicken Chilli

Recipe by: Nancie Thompson

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Chicken is combined with cannellini beans, green chillies, onion and garlic in this chilli seasoned with oregano, cumin and cayenne pepper. Serve with grated Cheddar cheese.

Chicken Stout Casserole

Recipe by: CharlieB

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A very tasty, one pot casserole in a rich gravy. Comfort food and very moorish!

Chilli con carne shepherd's pie

Recipe by: Maggie Pannell

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Spicy lamb chilli with beans makes a great base for this warming version of shepherd's pie. The crisp, garlicky potato crust tops it off fabulously.

Coriander-Chilli Chicken Meatballs

Recipe by: Vivian

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These are so tasty! You have to try them! Minced chicken seasoned with spring onion, coriander, chilli sauce and lemon juice for a uniquely Thai flavour.

Cornish Pasties

Recipe by: Barrie

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This is an old family recipe.

Cottage Pie

Recipe by: LEGALBOOZER

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A beautiful homemade supper that will never go out of fashion. A home-cooked, rustic treat.

Cranberry Cocktail Meatballs

Recipe by: Sarah

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These delicious little meatballs are a great party nibble at Christmas.

Creamy Chicken and Leek Pie

Recipe by: AMANDA FAIR

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Creamy, flaky and filling all in one!

Creamy Wild Rice and Chicken Soup

Recipe by: Stephanie G

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A supremely filling, hearty soup. I serve this on cold rainy days with a loaf of homemade bread. Hint: this is perfect for leftover roast chicken or chicken you've pulled from the bone after making homemade chicken stock! This soup makes great leftovers, but you might want to thin it slightly with skimmed milk or water when reheating.

Easy Spinach Lasagne

Recipe by: LSPACE

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So yummy you won't know it's actually low fat! This is an easy lasagne recipe, and you can also substitute minced turkey or another veggie for the spinach.