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Proper Macaroni Cheese with Smoked BaconDinner

Proper Macaroni Cheese with Smoked Bacon

A truly classic comfort dish, this macaroni cheese is elevated with smoky bacon and a perfectly smooth, flavourful cheese sauce. It's a supper that never fails to please.

Prep: 20 mins·Cook: 30 mins·Easy
Classic Homemade ColeslawSides

Classic Homemade Coleslaw

Forget those disappointing shop-bought tubs; this is the definitive homemade coleslaw. It's wonderfully crisp, creamy, and holds its own as the perfect accompaniment to almost anything.

Prep: 25 mins, plus 1 hour resting·Cook: 0 mins·Easy
My Classic Rice Salad with a Lemon and Herb DressingSides

My Classic Rice Salad with a Lemon and Herb Dressing

A truly reliable rice salad is an essential part of any cook's repertoire. This version, with its zesty dressing and colourful additions, is quite simply the best.

Prep: 20 mins·Cook: 15 mins, plus cooling·Easy
A Truly Superb Winter Fruit SaladDessert

A Truly Superb Winter Fruit Salad

Forget everything you know about mundane fruit salads. This recipe teaches you the art of creating a beautifully balanced, elegant dessert using seasonal fruits and a lightly spiced syrup.

Prep: 25 mins·Cook: 10 mins·Easy
The Definitive Chicken Caesar SaladDinner

The Definitive Chicken Caesar Salad

A true classic, this recipe shows you how to assemble the perfect Chicken Caesar Salad from scratch. From the creamy, authentic dressing to the golden, crunchy croutons, it's a lesson in getting the details right.

Prep: 25 mins·Cook: 20 mins·Intermediate
Camargue Red Rice Salad with Lemon and HerbsSides

Camargue Red Rice Salad with Lemon and Herbs

Discover a truly satisfying salad made with nutty Camargue red rice and a bright, zesty dressing. It's a perfect, wholesome addition to any lunch or light supper.

Prep: 15 mins·Cook: 40 mins·Easy
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