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Comfort food classics

When it comes to comfort food, we love to play the hits. These classic dishes are surefire ways to dial up the cosy feels.
Roasted cream of tomato soup
by Georgina Hayden

The ultimate comfort food – sweet tomatoes are blended with onion, garlic, basil and cream for a nostalgic bowl of soup. Best served with toasted farmhouse bread and copious amounts of butter.

Light meals & snacks

Easy cottage pie

by James Martin
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Lasagne al forno

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Cheese toastie

by Hattie Ellis
Light meals & snacks

The Hairy Bikers' braised steak with gravy

by The Hairy Bikers
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Mince and dumplings

by The Hairy Bikers
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Easy chicken noodle soup

by Annie Rigg
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Creamy chicken korma

by Jo Pratt
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Beef hotpot

by James Martin
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The best ragù alla bolognese

by Anna Del Conte
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Bangers and mash with onion gravy

by Rick Stein
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Sausage pasta

by Izy Hossack
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Vegetable casserole with dumplings

by Sarah Cook
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Beef stew and dumplings

by James Martin
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Easy chicken and leek pie

by Kerry Whelpdale
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How to make macaroni cheese

by Lisa Faulkner
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Hairy Bikers' spaghetti bolognese

by The Hairy Bikers
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