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Okonomiyaki cabbage pancake topped with sauce, mayonnaise and nori, with one wedge cut outJapanese

Okonomiyaki

Thick, savoury Japanese cabbage pancakes with crisp chicken, brushed with a tangy-sweet sauce and drizzled with mayonnaise. A filling weeknight dinner from one pan and pantry basics.

50 minServes 4
Hambagu steak patties in glossy brown sauce with mushrooms, rice and vegetables on a white plateJapanese

Hambagu Steak

Juicy Japanese-style minced beef patties, seared and simmered in a glossy ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. A comforting weeknight dinner that goes well with plain rice.

50 minServes 4
Squares of fudgy chocolate brownies with crackly tops stacked on baking paper, one broken open to show a moist centreAmerican

Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

Dense, glossy brownies with a thin crackly top and a soft, fudgy centre. Made with one bowl, simple pantry ingredients and real dark chocolate.

48 minServes 16
Sliced vanilla sponge cake with jam and buttercream filling on a white cake standContinental

Vanilla Sponge Cake

A soft, golden two-layer sponge sandwiched with strawberry jam and vanilla buttercream. It uses simple pantry ingredients and suits birthdays and afternoon tea.

50 minServes 10
Sliced two-layer chocolate cake with glossy chocolate ganache on a white cake standAmerican

Chocolate Cake

A deep, moist two-layer chocolate cake made with oil and cocoa, then covered in glossy dark chocolate ganache. It stays soft for days and suits birthdays or any weekend bake.

1 h 10 minServes 12
Sliced golden banana bread loaf with walnuts and butter on a wooden boardAmerican

Banana Bread

A moist, tender loaf made with very ripe bananas, brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon. It is an easy one-bowl bake that turns spotty bananas into tea-time slices.

1 h 15 minServes 10
Sliced two-layer carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and chopped walnuts on a cake standAmerican

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A moist, lightly spiced carrot cake with walnuts, topped with tangy cream cheese frosting. It keeps well, slices cleanly and suits tea time or celebrations.

1 h 10 minServes 12
Chewy chocolate chip cookies on a wooden board with a glass of milkAmerican

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy-centred cookies with crisp golden edges and pockets of melted chocolate. Browned butter and a short rest for the dough give deep toffee flavour with everyday ingredients.

42 minServes 16
Golden coconut macaroons, some dipped in dark chocolate, on a white plateContinental

Coconut Macaroons

Chewy, golden-edged coconut mounds made with just a handful of pantry ingredients. They are gluten-free, ready in about 35 minutes, and easy to dip in chocolate for gifting.

35 minServes 8
Glazed baked doughnuts with sprinkles cooling on a wire rack beside a cup of teaAmerican

Baked Doughnuts

Soft, cake-style doughnuts baked in a ring pan instead of fried, then dipped in a simple vanilla glaze. They need no yeast, no rising time and no pan of hot oil.

32 minServes 6
Sliced malai kulfi topped with pistachios and saffron on a copper platePakistani

Malai Kulfi

Dense, creamy frozen dessert made by slowly reducing milk with cardamom, pistachios and almonds. It needs no ice cream machine and sets in simple moulds.

1 h 15 minServes 6
A serving dish of golden zarda sweet rice topped with sliced pistachios, almonds and raisinsPakistani

Zarda

Zarda is a golden sweet rice scented with cardamom and kewra, layered with sugar, ghee, nuts and raisins, then steamed on dum. A festive dessert for weddings, Eid and special dinners.

1 h 20 minServes 6
A bowl of thick beef chili with kidney beans, sour cream, cheddar and coriander next to a pot of chili and lime wedgesAmerican

Beef Chili

A thick, smoky pot of beef mince and kidney beans, simmered slowly with tomato, cumin and a little cocoa for depth. It feeds a crowd and tastes even better the next day.

1 h 40 minServes 6
Golden chicken pot pie with a slice removed showing creamy chicken and vegetable fillingAmerican

Chicken Pot Pie with Flaky Butter Crust

A creamy chicken and vegetable filling under a golden, flaky butter crust. It is a comforting family dinner that uses everyday ingredients and bakes in one pie dish.

1 h 45 minServes 6
Golden skillet cornbread in a cast iron pan with one wedge cut and a pat of melting butter on topAmerican

Skillet Cornbread

A golden, buttery cornbread baked in a hot skillet, with a crisp crust and a tender, slightly sweet crumb. It comes together in one bowl and suits soups, chilli and barbecue dinners.

40 minServes 8
Slices of glazed beef meatloaf on a wooden board with mashed potatoes and green beansAmerican

Beef Meatloaf with Tangy Ketchup Glaze

A tender, juicy loaf of seasoned beef mince topped with a sticky sweet-tangy glaze. It's an easy family dinner that slices neatly and makes good sandwiches the next day.

1 h 35 minServes 6
Sloppy Joe sandwiches with saucy beef filling on toasted buns served with pickles and potato wedgesAmerican

Sloppy Joes

Saucy, sweet-tangy beef mince piled onto toasted buttery buns. It's ready in about 35 minutes from ordinary pantry ingredients, so it suits busy weeknights.

35 minServes 4
A bowl of spaghetti topped with rich beef and tomato Bolognese sauce, grated Parmesan and fresh basilItalian

Spaghetti Bolognese

A slow-simmered beef and tomato ragù with finely chopped vegetables and a splash of milk, tossed through spaghetti. It's a filling family dinner that rewards a little patience.

1 h 30 minServes 4
Golden baked macaroni and cheese in a baking dish with a crisp breadcrumb topping and a creamy spoonful lifted outAmerican

Baked Mac and Cheese with Crunchy Golden Crumbs

Tender macaroni in a smooth, sharp cheese sauce, baked until bubbling under a buttery, crisp breadcrumb topping. A comforting family dinner that is easy to make with everyday cheeses.

1 h 5 minServes 6
A platter of glossy grilled BBQ chicken wings with charred edges, garnished with fresh herbs and served with dipping sauce and vegetable sticksAmerican

BBQ Chicken Wings

Smoky, sticky grilled wings with a crisp skin and a quick homemade barbecue sauce. Cooked over two-zone heat, so the meat turns tender without burning the glaze.

1 h 10 minServes 4
Skillet of chicken cacciatore with browned chicken pieces in tomato sauce with peppers, mushrooms, olives and parsleyItalian

Chicken Cacciatore

Bone-in chicken braised slowly with tomatoes, peppers, onion and herbs until the sauce turns rich and the meat falls off the bone. A one-pot Italian dinner that suits rice, bread or pasta.

1 h 20 minServes 4
Sliced golden garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella and parsley on a wooden boardItalian

Garlic Bread with Parsley and Mozzarella

Crisp-edged, buttery garlic bread with a soft middle and a light melt of mozzarella. It takes ten minutes to prepare and goes with almost any pasta or soup.

25 minServes 4
Golden rosemary focaccia in a baking tray with olive oil dimples, rosemary sprigs and coarse salt on topItalian

Rosemary Focaccia

A soft, airy Italian flatbread with a crisp golden base, deep olive oil dimples and fragrant rosemary. The dough is mixed by hand with no kneading, so it suits beginners.

2 h 30 minServes 8
Bowl of chunky minestrone soup with beans, pasta and vegetables topped with Parmesan and basilItalian

Minestrone Soup

A thick Italian vegetable soup with beans, small pasta and a spoonful of tomato, simmered until everything is tender. Filling, budget-friendly and even better the next day.

1 hServes 6